Pub
The Selkie
Tullaghan, Co. Leitrim, F91 K38H, Ireland
- 🏠 Dogs inside
- ☀️ Dogs outdoor OK
- 🚶 Lead-only
- 💧 Water bowl
🍺 The Doggo shortlist
Top 10 dog-friendly pubs in Ireland
Inside or outside — know before you go.
"Anyone know of any dog-friendly pubs in Ireland?" gets asked online every few weeks, and the usual answer is "if you mean inside, never heard of one". These are the Ireland pubs other dog owners have actually been into with a dog, ranked from the live Doggo map. Inside-or-outside varies by venue, so check the notes before a special trip.
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Updated 24 August 2026 · policies can change, so confirm before travelling
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Pub
JJ Houghs Singing Pub
JJ Hough's Singing Pub, Main St, Curraghavarna And Portavolla, Banagher, Co. Offaly, R42 E240, Ireland
- 🏠 Dogs inside
- ☀️ Dogs outdoor OK
- 💧 Water bowl
- 🦴 Treats
Pub
Staunton's Pub
R335, Thornhill, Lecanvey, Co. Mayo, Ireland
- ☀️ Outdoor seating
Pub
Pikeman Brewing
Main Street, Lismoney, Kinnitty, Co. Offaly, Ireland
- 🏠 Dogs inside
- ☀️ Dogs outdoor OK
- 💧 Water bowl
- 🦴 Treats
Pub
John Kavanagh The Gravediggers
1 Prospect Square, Glasnevin, Dublin, D09 CF72, Ireland
Old-school pub dating from from 1833 with a weathered wooden bar, plus home-cooked meals.
- 🏠 Dogs inside
- ☀️ Dogs outdoor OK
- 💧 Water bowl
- 🦴 Treats
Bar
The Blue Light
Barnacullia, Sandyford, Dublin 18, D18 PF72, Ireland
- ☀️ Outdoor seating
Pub
Sunflower Public House
65 Union St, Belfast BT1 2JG, United Kingdom
The security cage has been retained at this renovated pub with a beer garden housing a pizza oven.
- 🪑 Indoor seating
- ☀️ Outdoor seating
- 💧 Water bowl
- 🦴 Treats
Bar
Mutton Lane Inn
3 St Patrick's St, Mutton Ln, Centre, Cork, T12 RV07, Ireland
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Good to know
Before you go
Are there dog-friendly pubs in Ireland?
Yes. Doggo currently maps dog-friendly pubs in Ireland, listed above and ranked by rating quality and review volume. The list is rebuilt from the live map.
Can dogs go inside pubs in Ireland?
It varies by venue. Many allow dogs in the bar area or outdoor seating and some welcome dogs fully inside. Ask "inside, or outside only?" before a special trip, especially on a wet day.
How are the best dog-friendly pubs in Ireland ranked?
Doggo combines rating quality, review volume and available editorial ranking signals, so a thin five-star listing does not automatically outrank an established favourite.
Should I confirm dog access before visiting?
Yes. Dog policies, indoor access, seasonal rules and opening hours can change. Check with the venue or local authority before making a special trip, and flag changes in the Doggo app so the map stays current.
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