John Kavanagh The Gravediggers in Dublin

Loved the lack of TV/music, pints were lovely, tapas were also very tasty

Cool place to experience with friends. Grab a drink while you wait for a table!

Lovely staff, nice relaxing bar

This place is old. However everything is well kept and clean. Great Guinness pour.

Mortuary-adjacent tavern where the preservation of Victorian pub culture approaches museum standards. Temperature gradients between stone floors and wooden snugs create natural climate zones. Guinness is served at precisely 5.1°C - the ideal thermodynamic balance between flavor release and chill retention.

My favorite pub in Dublin, without a doubt!

Maybe the best Guinness... It was fantastic. The history of this place is crazy too. Had the Guinness stew and it was fantastic. Just do it.

A tourist must do before or after Glasnevin Cemetery. A fine example of an old-fashioned, friendly Irish pub with good staff, especially the young lad keeping the house in order.

John Kavanagh’s, affectionately known as “The Gravediggers,” is a cherished Dublin institution that has been serving patrons since 1833. Nestled beside Glasnevin Cemetery, this family-run pub offers an authentic Irish experience, free from modern distractions like televisions and loud music. The interior exudes old-world charm, featuring traditional wooden furnishings and a cozy atmosphere that invites conversation. Renowned for its exceptional pints of Guinness, many consider it among the best in the city. The menu boasts hearty, home-cooked dishes, with the coddle being a standout favorite. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, a stop at The Gravediggers promises a warm welcome and a genuine taste of Dublin’s rich pub heritage. 

A 190+ year old pub near by the National Botanic Gardens. The bar has nice dark decor and the age shows, it's not worn out or tired though. Lovely dark floor and furniture and honey colored walls. No music and no TV, just a nice place to sit, have a drink and talk. Friendly staff. Next to a large, intersting looking, cemetery.