If Dublin's nightlife hasn't been up to expectations -  ie, not enough céilís for your liking - this is the perfect spot. Set in one of the city's oldest buildings (dating back to 1837) the bar's trad appeal flows seamlessly from its exposed brick walls, Irish street signs and local pics, drinks and ephemera to the traditional music and Irish dancers... you couldn't pack more Irishness into one spot. Shows are on Fri and Sat nights and a special pre-show dinner menu is also available (see Where to Eat). Book in advance to secure your spot and, even better, bag a bedroom in the adjoining Kildare Street budget hotel (see Where to Stay).