The King's Inn
41 Bolton St, North City, D01 W260
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
Verified Opening Hours
*Hours conform to standard Dublin licensing laws. Subject to bank holiday adjustments.
Heritage Lore & Pub Highlights
Historic red-brick tavern close to Henrietta Street with loyal regulars, superb stout turnover, and old-school Dublin charm.
Pub Features & Atmosphere
Visiting The King's Inn on a Dublin Pub Crawl
Whether you are stepping into The King's Inn 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 King's Inn — Capel St & North City Heritage & Walking Guide
Dating back to 1880 (146 years of heritage), The King's Inn exemplifies the golden age of Dublin's Victorian public houses in Capel St & North City, when master cabinetmakers fitted ornate mahogany counters, partitioned snugs, and bevelled mirrors.
Located at 20 Bolton St, North City, D01 W260 (exact GPS coordinates 53.35124, -6.26990), The King's Inn is known for its Traditional Northside Public House atmosphere and signature features including Old Dublin Character, Unpretentious, Great Guinness. Patrons visiting for a pint of plain or the house specialty (Pint of Guinness) rate the cellar quality at 9.4/10 on the Guinness Stout Score™ index.
When building a self-guided walking route through Capel St & North City, the three closest neighbouring stops are Underdog (44m away, ⭐ 9.6), The Black Sheep (173m away, ⭐ 9.2), and Bar 1661 (223m away, ⭐ 9.1).
Walking Distance from The King's Inn to Dublin Landmarks
- Trinity College Front Gate1050 m (~13 min walk)
- St. Stephen's Green (Fusiliers' Arch)1410 m (~18 min walk)
- Ha'penny Bridge (River Liffey)711 m (~9 min walk)
- Guinness Storehouse (St. James's Gate)1.52 km (~20 min walk)
- Connolly / Pearse DART Hub1.68 km (~22 min walk)
Nearby Historic Pubs
Closest authentic taverns within easy walking distance
Underdog
⭐ 9.6Northside / Smithfield · Est. 2017
Dublin's premier independent craft beer taphouse on Capel Street, championing rare Irish micro-stouts, porters, and DIPAs.
The Black Sheep
⭐ 9.2Northside / Smithfield · Est. 2011
On Dublin's newly pedestrianized Capel Street. 20+ craft beer taps and rotating micro-stouts.
Bar 1661
⭐ 9.1Capel St & North City · Est. 2019
Voted Ireland's Bar of the Year, Bar 1661 champions native Irish spirits and craft poitín with innovative, world-class cocktail artistry.
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Frequently Asked Questions · The King's Inn
Verified InfoWhat is the Guinness Stout Score™ rating at The King's Inn? ▾
The King's Inn holds a verified Guinness Stout Score™ of 9.4/10 based on 300 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 King's Inn located in Dublin? ▾
The King's Inn is located at 41 Bolton St, North City, D01 W260, Dublin (GPS: 53.351237, -6.269901). 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 King's Inn? ▾
The King's Inn 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 King's Inn famous on a Dublin pub crawl? ▾
Historic red-brick tavern close to Henrietta Street with loyal regulars, superb stout turnover, and old-school Dublin charm. It is one of the 118 curated historic heritage taverns featured in the Dublin Pub Crawl Directory.
More Dublin Pubs in the Dublin Pub Crawl Directory
Underdog • The Black Sheep • Bar 1661 • Bonobo, Smithfield • Briodys • Cumiskeys