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McDaid's

3 Harry Street, Dublin, Ireland
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Ranked #52 of 103 nightlife in Dublin
4.5 of 5 stars 7 Reviews
Type: Bar/ Clubs
Activities: Drinking
Description: During the 40s and 50s, this pub was the hub of the literary avant-garde.
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Dublin
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2012

Attractive bar in a nice location. Unfortunately one of the barmen was extremely rude. Never again. For friendly customer service in a great Dublin pub, try Kehoes, the Stag's Head, Nearys. More

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Armagh N Ireland
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012

This is a real pub. Please visit and find out for yourself. Manager,Garvan, is a treasure. More

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Portlaoise
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35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 November 2011

My favourite pub in Dublin. Its location is great and there is always a great atmosphere. The staff are friendly and the owner/manager Garvan is a true gent and has a lovely manner about himself. A great pint of Guinness too! More

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Navan, Ireland
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 November 2011

perfect location for a quiet pint. good atmosphere, very relaxing. Great starting pub for a night out on the town. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 August 2011

Visited this pub as my client was looking for new places to bring his customers. Gavin knows the business, straightforward & outgoing person. this family run pub is a gem and needs to be preserved. No music, no TV (except for special big sport events), no red bull and new brand stuff.. only the traditional and authentic one! Congratulations! More

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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 September 2005
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Simply the best pub i've ever been in, and i've been in a lot, the Guinness is fantastic. If this place is good enough for the likes of Brendan Behan and Richard Harris, and me!, then do I need to say any more? Just go, you won't regret it. (p.s. This is not a family pub, it is a proper... More

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San Francisco, CA
2 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 August 2004
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I enjoyed this place on several occasions. A hangout in the old days for some the most famous Irish writers I found the staff friendly and the small bar very comfy. More

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