Ned O'Shea's, Dublin

Facing the more famous Brazen Head, the recently renovated Ned O'Shea's radiates the cozy atmosphere of a countryside tavern in the heart of the city. Having undergone a transformation into a food hall with a huge menu, the scent of freshly frozen seafood and sizzling garlic fills the air. Despite the changes, remnants of the past linger, with a handful of stools scattered around the stately old island bar.

Also known as the Kerryman's pub, this watering hole traces its roots back to 1985 when it was founded by the legendary Ned O'Shea, fondly referred to as 'The Merchant' from Kerry. Upon Ned's retirement in 2010, John and Maura O'Shea took the reins, upholding the family tradition of lively music, authentic Kerry cuisine, and the warmest of Irish hospitality for all who step through the doors.

Their beer garden brings up a touch of history with original seating salvaged from Croke Park before its redevelopment. Tourists hold a special fondness for this spot, and to entice even more visitors, the owners occasionally inflate an oversized pint of stout that hovers over the beer garden—an Instagram-worthy spectacle for those seeking gratification. Truly, a claim to fame: the 'Biggest pint in Dublin!'