Chaplin's

You'll find Chaplin's tucked away on Hawkins Street in the heart of Dublin 2, just a stone's throw from the Tivoli Theatre and Temple Bar—but crucially, nothing like the tourist traps that line those cobblestones. This is where locals actually drink. The bar's got that comfortable lived-in feel: wooden fixtures, decent lighting that doesn't assault your eyes, and staff who move with the efficiency of people who've been doing this for years. Whether you're after a pint before heading to a gig or settling in for an evening with mates, it delivers without pretension.