The Top 3 Cheapest Pints of Guinness in Dublin

Growing up in Ireland, whether for better or worse, drinking has always been seen as more than just a pastime—it’s practically a hobby. Times may have changed, but I can tell you my dad would often slip me a sip of Guinness at family gatherings, and to an 11-year-old, it tasted like a petrol pump gave birth to a flat white. But there comes a time in every young Irish person’s life when Guinness transforms itself from simply the juice fuelling your mad uncle who flips the Monopoly board at Christmas to something cooler than the other side of the pillow.

I, a former Linden Village cider connoisseur, have seen the light over the past decade. Guinness is king, but the best pint is always from a pub—no can, no matter how hard Diageo tries, will ever compare. The only challenge? Finding one that doesn’t cost more than your rent but also isn’t poured by someone treating the pump like a slot machine handle.

If you want a proper pint at a decent price this summer here are three spots that deliver on both taste and value.

The Auld Triangle (Dorset Street) – €4.80

A no-frills, cash-is-king kind of pub serving up one of the cheapest pints in town. No tourist gimmicks, no nonsense—just a solid pour at a price that won’t have you setting up a GoFundMe the next day.

Cleary’s (Amiens Street) – €4.70

Steeped in history and known for one of the best-value pints in Dublin, Cleary’s has been keeping locals well-hydrated for years—a historic spot with top-tier Guinness at recession-friendly prices. If you’re there at a reasonable time, swing next door to Tacos Lupillo—arguably the best Mexican food in Ireland. Disagree? Egg our office.

The Snug (Stephen Street Lower) – €5.20

A proper old-school Dublin boozer where you’ll get a no-nonsense pint at a still-reasonable price. Located right in the heart of the city centre, The Snug is a throwback in a sea of gentrification—a spot where the pints are good, not a rip-off, and the craic is always flowing.

So, if you’re out in Dublin this summer, don’t get stung—stick to these spots and save your money for the extortionate taxi home.