Featured Curated Crawl
This heritage pub is a highlighted stop on: Guinness 9.5+ Perfection Pilgrimage • Smithfield & Stoneybatter Trail
Walsh's
6-7 Stoneybatter, D07 TD34
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: Award-winning Pint in the Snug
Verified Opening Hours
*Hours conform to standard Dublin licensing laws. Subject to bank holiday adjustments.
Heritage Lore & Pub Highlights
Voted Irish Pub of the Year. Iconic mahogany snugs, weekly trad sessions, and legendary stout quality.
Pub Features & Atmosphere
Visiting Walsh's on a Dublin Pub Crawl
Whether you are stepping into Walsh's 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.
Walsh's — Northside / Smithfield Heritage & Walking Guide
Dating back to 1870 (156 years of heritage), Walsh's exemplifies the golden age of Dublin's Victorian public houses in Northside / Smithfield, when master cabinetmakers fitted ornate mahogany counters, partitioned snugs, and bevelled mirrors.
Located at 6-7 Stoneybatter, D07 TD34 (exact GPS coordinates 53.35039, -6.28163), Walsh's is known for its National Pub of the Year & Snugs atmosphere and signature features including Pub of the Year Winner, Stoneybatter Snug, Trad Sessions. Patrons visiting for a pint of plain or the house specialty (Award-winning Pint in the Snug) rate the cellar quality at 9.8/10 on the Guinness Stout Score™ index.
When building a self-guided walking route through Northside / Smithfield, the three closest neighbouring stops are The Glimmer Man (57m away, ⭐ 9.6), L. Mulligan Grocer (80m away, ⭐ 9.5), and Delaney's Smithfield (259m away, ⭐ 9.5).
Walking Distance from Walsh's to Dublin Landmarks
- Trinity College Front Gate1.64 km (~21 min walk)
- St. Stephen's Green (Fusiliers' Arch)1.81 km (~23 min walk)
- Ha'penny Bridge (River Liffey)1312 m (~17 min walk)
- Guinness Storehouse (St. James's Gate)1002 m (~13 min walk)
- Connolly / Pearse DART Hub2.34 km (~30 min walk)
Nearby Historic Pubs
Closest authentic taverns within easy walking distance
The Glimmer Man
⭐ 9.6Northside / Smithfield · Est. 1900
Iconic neighborhood pub filled with eccentric Dublin memorabilia, Charlie Haughey mannequins & great pints.
L. Mulligan Grocer
⭐ 9.5Northside / Smithfield · Est. 1779
Revered gastropub championing seasonal Irish farm produce, black pudding scotch eggs, and rare whiskeys.
Delaney's Smithfield
⭐ 9.5Northside / Smithfield · Est. 1920
Welcoming, unpretentious Northside pub right by Smithfield Square with classic pints and trad charm.
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Frequently Asked Questions · Walsh's
Verified InfoWhat is the Guinness Stout Score™ rating at Walsh's? ▾
Walsh's holds a verified Guinness Stout Score™ of 9.8/10 based on 343 independent pint evaluations across cellar temperature (6–8°C), line hygiene, 119.5-second two-part surge, glassware cleanliness, and dome creaminess.
Where is Walsh's located in Dublin? ▾
Walsh's is located at 6-7 Stoneybatter, D07 TD34, Dublin (GPS: 53.350388, -6.281634). 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 Walsh's? ▾
Walsh's 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 Walsh's famous on a Dublin pub crawl? ▾
Voted Irish Pub of the Year. Iconic mahogany snugs, weekly trad sessions, and legendary stout quality. 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
The Glimmer Man • L. Mulligan Grocer • Delaney's Smithfield • The Cobblestone • McNeill's Pub • Bonobo, Smithfield