Featured Curated Crawl
This heritage pub is a highlighted stop on: Temple Bar & Historic Quays Trail
The Foggy Dew
1 Fownes St Upper, Temple Bar, D02 C962
Stout Score Breakdown
- Pour Technique 119.5s Two-Stage
- Cellar Temp 5.8°C (Optimal)
- Head Retention Velvety Domed Cap
- Line Hygiene High Rotation Fresh
- Recommended Order: Galway Hooker IPA or Stout
Verified Opening Hours
*Hours conform to standard Dublin licensing laws. Subject to bank holiday adjustments.
Heritage Lore & Pub Highlights
Beloved vintage pub at the edge of Temple Bar with rock history & Sunday sessions.
Pub Features & Atmosphere
Visiting The Foggy Dew on a Dublin Pub Crawl
Whether you are stepping into The Foggy Dew for an afternoon quiet pint in a snug or making it a core stop along your evening walking route, remember that counter seating operates on a traditional first-come, first-served basis. Order at the bar, allow the bartender the full two-stage pour to let the stout settle, and enjoy the conversation.
The Foggy Dew — Temple Bar Heritage & Walking Guide
Dating back to 1901 (125 years of heritage), The Foggy Dew exemplifies the golden age of Dublin's Victorian public houses in Temple Bar, when master cabinetmakers fitted ornate mahogany counters, partitioned snugs, and bevelled mirrors.
Located at 1 Fownes St Upper, Temple Bar, D02 C962 (exact GPS coordinates 53.34446, -6.26346), The Foggy Dew is known for its Rock & Alternative Energy atmosphere and signature features including Folk Rock, Late Bar, Craft Beers. Patrons visiting for a pint of plain or the house specialty (Galway Hooker IPA or Stout) rate the cellar quality at 9.3/10 on the Guinness Stout Score™ index.
When building a self-guided walking route through Temple Bar, the three closest neighbouring stops are The Stag's Head (69m away, ⭐ 9.6), The Dame Tavern (77m away, ⭐ 9.6), and The Bankers Bar (84m away, ⭐ 9.4).
Walking Distance from The Foggy Dew to Dublin Landmarks
- Trinity College Front Gate296 m (~4 min walk)
- St. Stephen's Green (Fusiliers' Arch)552 m (~7 min walk)
- Ha'penny Bridge (River Liffey)206 m (~3 min walk)
- Guinness Storehouse (St. James's Gate)1.57 km (~20 min walk)
- Connolly / Pearse DART Hub1008 m (~13 min walk)
Nearby Historic Pubs
Closest authentic taverns within easy walking distance
The Stag's Head
⭐ 9.6South City / Grafton · Est. 1770
Tucked down Dame Court. Stained glass, Connemara marble counter & mounted stag.
The Dame Tavern
⭐ 9.6South City / Grafton · Est. 1820
Opposite The Stag's Head on Dame Court. Spills out into the pedestrian lane with Sunday afternoon trad sessions.
The Bankers Bar
⭐ 9.4Trinity / Fleet St · Est. 1700
Historic 1700s banking tavern retaining genuine old vault safes, mahogany counters, and a vibrant South City atmosphere.
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Frequently Asked Questions · The Foggy Dew
Verified InfoWhat is the Guinness Stout Score™ rating at The Foggy Dew? ▾
The Foggy Dew holds a verified Guinness Stout Score™ of 9.3/10 based on 318 independent pint evaluations across cellar temperature (6–8°C), line hygiene, 119.5-second two-part surge, glassware cleanliness, and dome creaminess.
Where is The Foggy Dew located in Dublin? ▾
The Foggy Dew is located at 1 Fownes St Upper, Temple Bar, D02 C962, Dublin (GPS: 53.344457, -6.26346). You can use our interactive walking map or click 'Directions' on this page for step-by-step walking navigation.
What are the opening hours for The Foggy Dew? ▾
The Foggy Dew is open Monday–Thursday from 10:30 to 23:30, Friday–Saturday from 10:30 to 00:30, and Sunday from 12:30 to 23:00 (hours may vary on Irish bank holidays).
What makes The Foggy Dew famous on a Dublin pub crawl? ▾
Beloved vintage pub at the edge of Temple Bar with rock history & Sunday sessions. It is one of the 118 curated historic heritage taverns featured in the Dublin Pub Crawl Directory.
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