FAQ - answers to questions I get asked most of the time

Firstly, if your're looking for pubs or other information

I get many emails from people looking for information on all sorts of things usually to do with pubs (obviously) but also some other stuff. So before you drop me an email, try these sites first. You might get lucky.

Google global search engine www.google.com
If it's not listed here, it doesn't exist. The best search engine around.

Niceone www.niceone.com
More of a directory than a search engine as such, but plenty of Irish sites listed.

Golden Pages www.goldenpages.ie
Telephone book for Ireland. Not the easiest site to use and crap search engine, but keep trying.

Local Ireland www.local.ie
Links and resources for all things Irish. Worth spending some time looking around. The company behind it has gone bust but the site still exists.

Entertainment Ireland www.entertainmentireland.ie
Every event of any type that is happening or about to happen in Ireland.

Questions & Answers

I'm coming to Dublin for New Year's Eve. What's happening?
Not too sure on the situation for that at the moment. I usually avoid Dublin city centre on that night. Some of the larger places will charge in, I would say. I have no idea how you would get tickets in advance. You would have to know where you were going. Most pubs will be serving until 12.30 so you would have plenty of places to go to without paying in.

Things will also be a little complicated too after midnight as the Euro becomes the official currency of Ireland on Jan 1st. So if you order drinks at 12.05, the pubs should be giving you back change in Euros!! It could be chaos. You have been warned!

One site to keep an eye on:
www.entertainmentireland.ie

Show what's on and where.

I'm looking to work in Dublin or in a pub
There are hundreds of jobs in Dublin at the moment in all areas. You would have no problem getting a job. When you arrive in Dublin, pick up a copy of our daily newspaper, the Evening Herald. Their classified adverts have hundreds of jobs in all sectors.

Some useful sites
www.niceone.com, Irish search engine
www.goldenpage.ie telephone directory
www.nixers.com job site

I'm looking for a specific pub or a relative
See list of web sites at the top. Try these first. That's what I use when someone asks me for information.

Where can I find pubs which have music?
This excellent site will help you www.entertainmentireland.ie or you can try Musical Pub Crawl www.musicalpubcrawl.com

Why is <pub name> not listed?
No particular reason. Maybe I haven't got around to it - there are hundreds of pubs in Dublin city centre and I have no intention of visiting them all. Or perhaps the place is just not worth reviewing. I don't go into the city as often as I used to and I don't get any money for my troubles either!!

What about hens & stags parties?
Dublin has become really popular in recent times for hens and stag parties. However, many pubs, especially in the Temple Bar area don't want them anymore. The Stags & Hens section has more info.

Any info on places to stay in Dublin?
Try here

What should I wear for going to pubs?
As little as possible for women! No seriously. Casual is the name of the game. Runners or sneakers are the only items frowned upon in many places. And bouncers, sorry, doormen don't like large groups (4 people seems to constitute a large group somehow).

What are the opening and closing hours of pubs?
Details here

What is the age limit for pubs?
According to the law, it is 18 years of age. Some pubs are more strict than others, not many mind you. Girls with makeup will usually have no trouble. Teenie boys might have more difficulty. ;-)

Is it true that pubs shut on Good Friday?
Yes. And Christmas Day.

What about prices?
More info here

What about places for more 'adult entertainment'?
There are a few lap dancing places around town. Angels and Club Lapello to name two. No idea how good or bad they are (honest). See the Hotspots section.

Where can I get laid/pick up women/men?
Now, now. Easy Tonto. Try the Hotspots section again.

What about gay/lesbian pubs?
The most famous gay bar is the George on South Great George's Street. I have no idea about lesbian bars. Try this site for more info: Dublin Gay Guide

Where are some decent nightclubs?
This site is about pubs. ;-) However, there are few places to check out. Here's a list on this site.

I want to do a pub crawl
Good for you. Try here for some options. There is also the Dublin Literary Pub Crawl Or for something a bit different, try the Dublin Bus Ghost Tour. For something a bit different try the Dublin Bay Sea Thrill. Well worth doing. It's a blast.

What are good pubs for watching sports?
Dublin gets very, very busy for sporting events especially the Six Nations Rugby. [More on the rugby here] Check out this section on pubs for sports.

U2, U2, U2
U2 are shareholders/owners of the Clarence Hotel in Temple Bar. It has a nightclub called The Kitchen. They have been known to drink in a pub along the quays of the River Liffey called The Dockers which is near their management offices and Windmill Lane Studios (where that graffiti covered wall is).

I own/manage a pub/don't like your review/and please review our pub
Great. Delighted for you. Now sod off and count the massive pile of money you lot are making. I really don't care what you think. I only review pubs when I'm good and ready to do it. And I won't announce it.

I'd like to open an Irish Pub in my country/area
Would you now? There are thousands of Irish pubs around the globe. Do we really need another one? Ok, ok, more information on opening an Irish pub can be found here: The Irish Pub Company but be warned, it's not cheap.

Why does the Editor look like Brad Pitt?
Good fortune I guess. ;-) Or perhaps a good photo editing package more like....

And are you available?
Em. No. I have a gorgeous wife called Barbara.

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