P. Duggan's

You'll find this absolute corker of a traditional boozer right where Stoneybatter meets the Phoenix Park, and it's exactly what a Dublin pub should be. The kind of place where the barman knows your order by your third visit, the Guinness is poured with proper ceremony, and the conversation flows as freely as the drink. The interior hasn't been mucked about with by some designer – just dark wood, worn brass, and that particular Dublin pub atmosphere that can't be manufactured. Whether you're pre-loading before a match or settling in for a proper session, Duggan's delivers without any of the tourist trap nonsense you'll find closer to Temple Bar. The locals have kept this place humming for decades, and once you've had a pint here, you'll understand why they're so protective of it.