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Est. 1970 South City / Grafton Vibrant Merrion Quarter Pub

The Ginger Man

39-40 Fenian St, D02 TH52

Guinness Score™
9.5 / 10
Exceptional Pint
Walking Directions

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: Pint of Guinness or Hop House 13

Verified Opening Hours

Mon – Thu 10:30 AM – 11:30 PM
Fri – Sat 10:30 AM – 12:30 AM
Sunday 12:30 PM – 11:00 PM

*Hours conform to standard Dublin licensing laws. Subject to bank holiday adjustments.

Heritage Lore & Pub Highlights

Vibrant pub near Merrion Square and Trinity College celebrated for world-famous seasonal decorations and exceptional stout.

Pub Features & Atmosphere

Merrion SquareSpectacular DecorOscar Wilde QuarterBeer Garden

Visiting The Ginger Man on a Dublin Pub Crawl

Whether you are stepping into The Ginger Man 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.

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The Ginger Man — South City / Grafton Heritage & Walking Guide

Opened in 1970 in the heart of South City / Grafton, The Ginger Man combines contemporary Dublin hospitality with rigorous traditional cellar standards and high-turnover draught lines.

Located at 39-40 Fenian St, D02 TH52 (exact GPS coordinates 53.34190, -6.24952), The Ginger Man is known for its Vibrant Merrion Quarter Pub atmosphere and signature features including Merrion Square, Spectacular Decor, Oscar Wilde Quarter, Beer Garden. Patrons visiting for a pint of plain or the house specialty (Pint of Guinness or Hop House 13) rate the cellar quality at 9.5/10 on the Guinness Stout Score™ index.

When building a self-guided walking route through South City / Grafton, the three closest neighbouring stops are Moss Lane (377m away, ⭐ 9.3), Doheny & Nesbitt (479m away, ⭐ 9.5), and O'Reilly's (484m away, ⭐ 9.3).

Walking Distance from The Ginger Man to Dublin Landmarks

  • Trinity College Front Gate688 m (~9 min walk)
  • St. Stephen's Green (Fusiliers' Arch)807 m (~10 min walk)
  • Ha'penny Bridge (River Liffey)1026 m (~13 min walk)
  • Guinness Storehouse (St. James's Gate)2.47 km (~32 min walk)
  • Connolly / Pearse DART Hub173 m (~2 min walk)

Nearby Historic Pubs

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Moss Lane

⭐ 9.3

Trinity & Docklands · Est. 2022

Tucked behind Trinity College, Moss Lane features an extraordinary curated wall of Irish whiskeys and knowledgeable staff eager to guide your tasting.

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Baggot Mile · Est. 1867

'Doheny Debate' home where politicians and journalists talk over pints.

479m · ~6 min walk Pub Guide →

O'Reilly's

⭐ 9.3

Baggot Street / Georgian Quarter · Est. 1919

Ornate Victorian pub opposite Government Buildings and Merrion Square, renowned for its carved mahogany bar, stained glass, and creamy pints of Guinness.

484m · ~6 min walk Pub Guide →

Frequently Asked Questions · The Ginger Man

Verified Info
What is the Guinness Stout Score™ rating at The Ginger Man? ▾

The Ginger Man holds a verified Guinness Stout Score™ of 9.5/10 based on 314 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 Ginger Man located in Dublin? ▾

The Ginger Man is located at 39-40 Fenian St, D02 TH52, Dublin (GPS: 53.341899, -6.249517). 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 Ginger Man? ▾

The Ginger Man 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 Ginger Man famous on a Dublin pub crawl? ▾

Vibrant pub near Merrion Square and Trinity College celebrated for world-famous seasonal decorations and exceptional stout. It is one of the 118 curated historic heritage taverns featured in the Dublin Pub Crawl Directory.

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