The Storyteller Pub
Grand Canal Quay, Docklands, D02 X268
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: Grand Canal Stout & Cocktail
Verified Opening Hours
*Hours conform to standard Dublin licensing laws. Subject to bank holiday adjustments.
Heritage Lore & Pub Highlights
Vibrant pub overlooking the Grand Canal Basin celebrating Irish folklore, music, and food.
Pub Features & Atmosphere
Visiting The Storyteller Pub on a Dublin Pub Crawl
Whether you are stepping into The Storyteller Pub 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 Storyteller Pub — Trinity / Fleet St Heritage & Walking Guide
Opened in 2022 in the heart of Trinity / Fleet St, The Storyteller Pub combines contemporary Dublin hospitality with rigorous traditional cellar standards and high-turnover draught lines.
Located at Grand Canal Quay, Docklands, D02 X268 (exact GPS coordinates 53.33969, -6.24209), The Storyteller Pub is known for its Docklands Irish Storytelling atmosphere and signature features including Docklands, Modern Irish Food, Cocktails & Stout. Patrons visiting for a pint of plain or the house specialty (Grand Canal Stout & Cocktail) rate the cellar quality at 9.3/10 on the Guinness Stout Score™ index.
When building a self-guided walking route through Trinity / Fleet St, the three closest neighbouring stops are Smyth's Pub (10 Haddington Rd) (549m away, ⭐ 9.3), The Ginger Man (551m away, ⭐ 9.5), and Slattery's D4 (583m away, ⭐ 9.5).
Walking Distance from The Storyteller Pub to Dublin Landmarks
- Trinity College Front Gate1239 m (~16 min walk)
- St. Stephen's Green (Fusiliers' Arch)1262 m (~16 min walk)
- Ha'penny Bridge (River Liffey)1.58 km (~20 min walk)
- Guinness Storehouse (St. James's Gate)2.97 km (~38 min walk)
- Connolly / Pearse DART Hub580 m (~7 min walk)
Nearby Historic Pubs
Closest authentic taverns within easy walking distance
Georgian Quarter / D4 · Est. 1898
Atmospheric pub right off the Grand Canal, famous for electric matchday atmosphere on Ireland rugby days at Aviva Stadium.
The Ginger Man
⭐ 9.5South City / Grafton · Est. 1970
Vibrant pub near Merrion Square and Trinity College celebrated for world-famous seasonal decorations and exceptional stout.
Slattery's D4
⭐ 9.5South City / Grafton · Est. 1860
World-famous matchday pub near the Aviva. Superbly kept stout and lively Dublin sporting spirit.
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Frequently Asked Questions · The Storyteller Pub
Verified InfoWhat is the Guinness Stout Score™ rating at The Storyteller Pub? ▾
The Storyteller Pub holds a verified Guinness Stout Score™ of 9.3/10 based on 319 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 Storyteller Pub located in Dublin? ▾
The Storyteller Pub is located at Grand Canal Quay, Docklands, D02 X268, Dublin (GPS: 53.33969, -6.242092). 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 Storyteller Pub? ▾
The Storyteller Pub 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 Storyteller Pub famous on a Dublin pub crawl? ▾
Vibrant pub overlooking the Grand Canal Basin celebrating Irish folklore, music, and food. 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
Smyth's Pub (10 Haddington Rd) • The Ginger Man • Slattery's D4 • The Ferryman • Hole in the Wall, Europe’s Longest Pub • The Harbour Bar Howth