Dicey's Garden in Dublin

Problem with overbearing security personnel; not all of them need to be selected carefully.

Dicey’s Garden is a fun, high-energy spot right in the heart of Harcourt Street. The beer garden is great earlier in the evening, and once it gets later the place really comes alive with DJs, dancing, and a lively crowd. It’s especially popular with students and groups looking for a buzzing night out. Drinks are reasonably priced for the city centre, particularly if you arrive early, and there’s plenty of space to move between the garden and indoor areas. It can get very crowded on busy nights, and entry can be hit-or-miss depending on the time, but if you’re in the mood for loud music and a party atmosphere, Dicey’s is a solid choice for a Dublin night out. 🍹🎶

Best nightclub in all of Dublin, cheap compared to Temple Bar, absolutely gigantic place with several different rooms/atmospheres, extremely friendly staff, shotout to the French bartenders and the BOSS toilet attendant, he's awesome!

In general is a beautiful place but wasnt very nice people in a Sunday night!!

Cheaper drinks, multiple areas with different music, open area, projector screen which plays popular sport before 9 PM.

Awesome Brazilians parties over there! If you want to live a Brazilian night experience, you must go to this place on Sundays 😉

I have had a great time with many women here

A really great nightclub! The only problem we had was going on Halloween night and it was absolutely packed, way too packed. Apart from that one night, everything was perfect: the club was accessible, the drinks weren't too expensive, and the staff were very friendly. I highly recommend it!

Located on Harcourt Street in the heart of Dublin city, so it’s super central and easy to reach.  • Great value drink offers compared to many city-centre venues. For example, some sources report beer for as little as €2 on certain nights.  • The venue is large, with a beer garden/outdoor area in addition to indoor club spaces. That gives it flexibility – you can sit out or party in.  • Weekly themed nights and events (Brazilian parties, Latin music, etc.) which add to the energy.  ⸻ 👎 Things to be cautious about • The crowd tends to skew younger, especially for the late-night clubbing side. If you prefer a more relaxed or older crowd, this might feel a bit intense.  • There are repeated complaints about the door policy and security behaviour: “Probably the worst bouncers I’ve seen in my life … they refused him for no reason.”  “Been there done that, not going back again.”  Also: “Denied entry … a clear pattern of racial discrimination.”  • While drink deals are strong, the volume of music and the late-night environment means it may not be ideal for a quiet or casual evening. One visitor said: “It’s grand if you like cheap drinks and loud music.”  • Some reports of issues with the cloakroom/coat checks and busy or chaotic nights.  ⸻ ✅ My overall verdict If you’re looking for a fun, budget-friendly party spot in central Dublin with strong drink deals and a lively atmosphere, Dicey’s Garden hits the mark. It really comes alive in a “young, high-energy” mode, especially after dark with DJs and a large crowd. However, if your ideal night is quieter, more relaxed, or with attentive service and less hustle, then you might prefer looking elsewhere. Also, if you’re visiting with a mixed group (older friends, someone who wants a calmer vibe) it might be worth going early (when it’s less packed) or choosing a different venue for part of the night.

If you are a student and you are able to go with friends this place is pretty perfect. I like the different areas with different music genres. Sometimes a pint is only 2€.