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The Grand Social

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Music venue featuring a ballroom, plus a rooftop beer garden with a retractable roof & cocktail bar. People often mention great, good, venue, Great, drink, friendly, music, spot, band, staff,


Address

35 Liffey St. Lower, North City, Dublin 1, D01 C3N0, Ireland

Website

www.thegrandsocial.ie

Contact

+353 1 677 1224

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.10 (2.4K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 9 am to 12:30 pm
  • Wednesday: 9 am to 12:30 pm
  • Thursday: 9 am to 2:30 pm
  • Friday: 9 am to 2:30 pm
  • Saturday: 9 am to 2:30 pm
  • Sunday: 9 am to 12:30 pm
  • Monday: 9 am to 12:30 pm

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  • 1/5 Blahdee b. 1 year ago on Google
    Venue for great gigs, thanks to the excellent bands who play this room. There is no air conditioning and they refuse to provide water without payment, as is customary in every other pub in the country. Often dangerous as many people are extremely dehydrated after a roasting gig with the heating turned on.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Yuliia A. 1 year ago on Google
    Unfortunately, I have to give one star, as I am very disappointed in the service of one bartender. There was a feeling that I came to his house and demanded to pour beer. First I asked for a beer and he did it with a very angry face, spilling an impressive amount of beer on the bar. I just asked for napkins. with even more aggression, he himself began to wipe this piece of the bar, where it was wet. And then he started yelling at me "why don't you smile? why? you should smile if you came to the bar!". It was definitely not said with a joke, but with aggression. My friends will confirm this. In general, I would like your bartender to not be so aggressive and just do his job, without complaining about me, why am I not smiling. The rest of the employees showed me good. Thank you.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 L K. 1 year ago on Google
    Very central spot for drinks in Dublin. Cocktails are reasonably priced, I had a delicious espresso martini. Nice guinness too. There was a guitarist singing while I was there and he was very good. Can't complain.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nikki K. 1 year ago on Google
    Great bar full of very cool people. The venue is AMAZING to see a band in. Sound is stunning. Loved it. One of very few bars I enjoy going to in Dublin. 100% thumbs up from me!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Liz T. 6 months ago on Google
    I went to the Cruchan gig here. A nice bar. They do a good pint of Guinness! There is smoking areas as well. Upstairs there is lots of space for a gig. It's good that you can move around. There is an outside area too. They also have a good range of drink at the bar!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Danielle K. 4 years ago on Google
    What an absolute dive. The bartender was incredibly rude, the atmosphere was...prison-like? And the bathrooms were absolutely disgusting. With all the amazing bars Dublin has to offer, I’m not sure why anyone would choose to come here.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Feargal 10 months ago on Google
    Great spot to see a band. Staff are great fun too. Only negative is the guy in the Gents toilets selling you perfumes etc. It is not the 90's
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ronit D. 1 year ago on Google
    I went to the private event, drink and draw and to be honest I was a bit dicy but it turned out to be great!. Must visit.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mary J. 1 year ago on Google
    Went to watch / rave to perc. Seemed well organised, bouncers were doing there jobs great and were very friendly in doing so. Didn't make me feel intimidated or nervous. The sound system was epic, wasn't to over crowed or hot. Only bad thing but like every city the drinks were ridiculous prices! All in all had a good night, with no trouble etc.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Silvano 1 year ago on Google
    I have been in this place lots in my youth I have a pal playing tonight wish you and your band all the best 👍
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 glenn c. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice pub and great venue for gigs, pint and atmosphere is pretty good too,the only thing I have to fault is the service in the main bar is very slow,if it was busy I would understand, but only a small crowd in on a Saturday afternoon, hence the 4 stars.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Denis D. 2 years ago on Google
    I hadn't visited here in quite a few years and I'm wondering why. This is great spot for a gig, ballroom is a nice size and great sound. Staff are friendly and appear to Love working there. Good selection of beers and spirits great atmosphere all in all a good night out.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Noble P. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice spot in town. Good vibes.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anton U. 10 months ago on Google
    Very nice and cute place. Like a home.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Kieran M. 2 years ago on Google
    Was in this venue for the first time and was a good night but the drink was a rip-off. Double Vodka coke - €15. I’ve never been charged this amount anywhere in Dublin before. For this reason I wouldn’t be going back to this venue.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Lukas C. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a great place, it's got really nice music, expect punk, classic rock, indie and sometimes completely random throwbacks Why not 5 Stars? They could have more to choose from, there's not much when it comes to beer, but you can get all the classic drinks (even some more special ones) and a lot of different straight spirits With the prices it's all in all 4 stars, good prices on everything and when looking at the locations it hardly can get any better ⭐⭐⭐⭐
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anne B. 1 year ago on Google
    Had a desperate yen for an Irish coffee and I got one with piped cream and bits of chocolate on top. Delicious. Staff friendly, music to suit ageing rockers, punks etc like me. Afternoon when I was there and there were some brilliant characters. I was the only female in the place but that made no difference to the service or the general air of conviviality. I will be back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Patricia B. 2 years ago on Google
    Great night seeing Shelley Bukspan and her super band. They smashed it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Swati V. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely place for live music and drinks with lovely people!

  • 5/5 anne m. 2 years ago on Google
    Electric music evening at the Grand Social tonight. Great Food, few drinks at the Woollen Mills right beside the Grand Social!!. Jesuit Drips, fantastic young irish musicians rocked the venue tonight. A fantastic open arm welcome back to great live rock music from talented artists. Thank you Grand Social for being great hosts!!!!

  • 1/5 Ross C. 1 year ago on Google
    Went to a DJ set being held here as an after party as my friends are in a band that had just played in Workman’s Club two hours beforehand. The after party was for all of the bands that played the gig and then whoever came to the Grand Social for the event. I went to go into the Grand Social and the doorman asked for my wristband (which my friends from the band had because they were performers, but I did not). I highlighted I didn’t have one but was that I was accompanying my friends (who were beside me) and instead of saying something plausible like “we’re at full capacity” or even something like “I can only let in people with wristbands” - the doorman raised his voice immediately and said I’m too drunk to come in and to leave. I was shocked, as I hadn’t had anything to drink. My friends also enquired as to what he meant by me “being too drunk” and he began shouting to them all “can you not see it in his face?” This was humiliating considering it was said in front of everybody around including my friends and especially when I had not had anything to drink. We met another friend outside by chance while trying to figure out where to go instead after our experience, and we noticed the doorman on duty had changed. We decided to try enter again andcwhen asked for my wristband like the band members had by the new doorman, I explained I didn’t have one but that I was friends with the band just like I had initially and the doorman warmly welcomed me inside. Completely shoddy service from the first doorman that boarded on defamatory with a raised voice accusing me of being “too drunk” and then asking my friends “can they not see it in my face?” When I hadn’t had anything to drink. I’d leave zero stars if I could for how rude this gentleman was when there was no need at all for any of it. The bouncer who welcomed me in when I tried the second time was great. On my way out of the venue later in the evening, the doorman who was rude and originally on the doors was back on duty and I said thank you to him and that the other gentleman working on the doors after him was happy for me to come in, and as I walked away, he actually shouted something inaudible at me. Truly beyond poor overall considering the price of drinks and going out in the current economic climate. Been here before and enjoyed it but this experience was horrendous and I won’t be in any hurry back. You guys have some great events but door staff absolutely need training and to all be on the same page on how they approach dealing with paying customers and the general public.

  • 5/5 Ty T. 5 months ago on Google
    An excellent venue with friendly staff and unique bands performing. The pic above is Japan's Sigh who played here 1/11/23

  • 5/5 Jessica V. 2 years ago on Google
    A great place to drink a guiness. There's live music and it's really good

  • 5/5 Emma H. 1 year ago on Google
    Top bar, super central location, friendly and proper bar staff, friendly but effective security- you can't go wrong. Club night, bar drinking and I think they host a market during the day over the weekend. Honestly, you can't go wrong! Great spot!

  • 5/5 Hana T. 1 year ago on Google
    Incredible experience at this bar! Drinks were perfectly made and the staff were very friendly and efficient! The bartender we had (I believe his name was Arron?) was very attentive! Thank you for a great unforgettable evening! :)

  • 5/5 Dave M. 1 year ago on Google
    Great spot for gigs,close with the band's,loved it

  • 1/5 Conor W. 1 year ago on Google
    I tried to book a space for a large function 5 different times by 3 different methods and was ignored each time. Initially I emailed the general booking address with details of the function. When I received no reply a week later, I emailed “kblack” directly, but have still received no response. After this I phoned twice. The first time my details were taken and I was told somebody would call me back shortly, there was no return call. When I called again three days later I was told my best bet would be to drop in and talk to someone during the day. When I did call into the Grand Social at 4pm on a Friday afternoon, I was told the bookings manager had left. My details were taken on the back of a receipt and I was told I somebody would be in touch. I’m still waiting for a reply…

  • 2/5 Jack H. 1 year ago on Google
    Staff are real nice and a pleasure to deal with, however there was a policy on the night where they enforced use of the cloakroom (by security) which is cash only. Security would genuinely not let you pass to the event you had already paid for unless you gave them an extra €3. Bizarre.

  • 5/5 John Q. 6 months ago on Google
    Great spot to catch a small gig. Prices are significantly cheaper if you book your ticket before. Also a good non-nevnu bar downstairs. Drink princes are okay but doesn't serve water. Pretty quick serving a drink.

  • 1/5 Luke Jason G. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely shameful. €9 for a vodka dash. €7 for a desperado. Crazy, even for the area, you wouldn't find that. Said we had to buy bottles of water for €4, couldn't do tap water. And they have said in review replies before that it's a mistake, how many months until the fix? Disgusting! Go elsewhere, there's nothing special here.

  • 3/5 Carlo P. 1 year ago on Google
    The wonderful gran social is constantly entertaining, simple in design but always excellent in terms of hygiene and customer service. We attended the Spanish carnival, where it was really crowded but there were always restrooms available and clean. It's unfortunate that the cloakroom was closed during such a busy event because coats and jackets were all over the place. Too expensive a little bottle of cors over then 6€.

  • 5/5 Rachel L. 10 months ago on Google
    Great wee venue in the middle of the hustle and bustle. Staff and security were on point, good selection of booze and the clientele were of a good calibre. Happy to return. I was impressed that this venue is dog friendly 😀

  • 5/5 Martin O. 10 months ago on Google
    Was at the alt market. Great craic 😁 was delighted to see Bloody Odd Jewelery there as I would follow them to the ends of the earth 😂 but my experience was vastly improved by meeting Jenny behind the bar! Professional and friendly to the end and generally just a great buzz 🤗🤗 Ask for her by name! Shes just an all around legend 🤣 cannot recommend highly enough

  • 1/5 Samer H. 11 months ago on Google
    Went here tonight for Thylacine. The DJ was amazing, but the venue was absolutely trash. First of all, the securities were rude as ever and second of all the venue was overcrowded and the venue ended up being a sauna because of the heat. The DJ even said that it's too hot so I'm sure he won't return to this disappointing of a venue. Absolutely disgraceful

  • 5/5 Shabnam A. 5 months ago on Google
    I had a blast at The Grand Social Bar in City Center last weekend. Their Halloween flea market was a real treat! Amazing variety of handmade items from friendly sellers. Can't wait to go back for more unique finds! Definitely recommended!

  • 4/5 Bronwyn W. 9 months ago on Google
    Really cool place that is deceptively big. However the venue where we watched Chelsea Grin was quite small in comparison. And so incredibly hot. They have aircons installed but good lord, it really does get very stuffy and sweaty in there when the bands get going. The staff are friendly and helpful. Would give five stars for better air circulation.

  • 5/5 Nicole Q. 9 months ago on Google
    Performed there a couple of weeks ago with my black metal band and it is one of the very few venues with a backstage. Very much appreciated!

  • 5/5 John K. 6 months ago on Google
    We checked this Bar out as it was near our Hotel. Just around the corner. We had a great time with some nice Irish Beer. Would recommend.

  • 5/5 Bruno M. 4 years ago on Google
    One of my favourites pubs in Dublin

  • 3/5 Gam S. 4 years ago on Google
    Been here a couple of times. Slow service at time. Not a huge selection of beers and chairs upholstery really run down. Saw people eating their own food and the pizzas served smelled really good. Thats a plus!

  • 5/5 Irina B. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing , I have no clue if is so nice always , but when I have been in there they had a live blues band with some notes of rock . I really enjoyed , the service is fast and atmosphere is perfect . The customers of this place are not just childrens of 18-19 years , you can meet also older people , that's mean , the quality in this place is really appreciated. Thank you for a really good night !

  • 2/5 Anaïs P. 4 years ago on Google
    Entry fee is not worth the standard of the place. Drinks are also expensive. Place filled with a load of kids. Only good thing is the smoking area.

  • 4/5 Judy W. 4 years ago on Google
    Funky spot if you want a casual vibe. Great djs and good beers. Very Casual pub.

  • 4/5 _Consigliati_ 4 years ago on Google
    We used to go here for the activity language exchange the enter cost 5€ for person. There are many and different people with you can speak in english and improve it. I recommended this place. If you are a student, you could ask at your school for discount.

  • 5/5 Clau B. 5 years ago on Google
    Great place 🙏🙏🙏atmosphere friendly staffing 👀I had drink waiting for the music at the moment Strongly advise people to pop in

  • 5/5 Lyudmila T. 4 years ago on Google
    Very quaint locals hangout! Several sections in this bar including an enclosed smoking area! When you walk in there's a general bar area, then around the corner is another area where they do trivia and live music. Walk around a hallway and take the stairs up to the loft and beer garden where they have cocktails!

  • 5/5 M C. 3 years ago on Google
    LOVE coming here - great service, great atmosphere, great drinks, and most importantly great music.

  • 5/5 phillydee67 r. 3 years ago on Google
    What a great and totally unexpected surprise to arrive here on Saturday night for a drink with a friend and end up seeing one of the greatest punk bands ever. The Outcasts. Amazing. Great place. Unforgettable for a middle aged Teenage Rebel.

  • 4/5 Paulina M. 3 years ago on Google
    Like this place for concerts, your standard staff being OK and good drink choice.

  • 2/5 Niall S. 3 years ago on Google
    Not as good as it was

  • 3/5 Ethan K. 4 years ago on Google
    I visited as a music venue for a couple of gigs. The sound isn't the best but its a decent little venue for catching up and coming bands. Had a bit of a stench to some of the areas, particularly the stairwell.

  • 4/5 Louise W. 4 years ago on Google
    Good for live music.

  • 4/5 Mate K. 4 years ago on Google
    Way grand

  • 5/5 JORGE HERNANDEZ P. 4 years ago on Google
    Great venue

  • 3/5 Aifric O. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice venue in centre of town but very disorganized. Booked a table for 6 at 7pm, arrived and was clear they’d no clue about the booking but luckily there was a table with four chairs. Waiter is like will that do? Had to push him to get more chairs. Waitress with the braids was super helpful, got the chairs for us and was really friendly. Then was meant to be moved up to the smoking area at 8 after an event finished (they’d rung and confirmed all this on the day). One waiter went off to investigate, we never saw him again and he forgot about the drink we’d ordered too.. When I asked another person, they’d no clue, and said it was full up there but would bring us up when a table was free. An hour and a half later nothing happened still so we left. Terrible organization, would not book again but grand if you go in for drinks without expectations.

  • 5/5 John Patrick C. 4 years ago on Google
    Polyphia say no more was fantastic

  • 5/5 Dave M. 4 years ago on Google
    Always a good spot. The bouncers are usually really sound

  • 2/5 Kartik J. 4 years ago on Google
    Shady place

  • 5/5 Dearbhla R. 4 years ago on Google
    Cool

  • 5/5 Jeni S. 4 years ago on Google
    Very special place

  • 5/5 Antonio I. 4 years ago on Google
    Very sociable

  • 5/5 richard mc a. 2 years ago on Google
    Think of "Cheers" and that's here. Friendly staff, and one of Dublins little secrets. Price at nearly the cheapest places to drink and on top of that you get live "Gigs" and soon the large upstairs beer garden will be up and running.

  • 5/5 Jairo L. 4 years ago on Google
    Most friendly staff, great space and extremely well located. We run a monthly event there for over a year and the staff was always great to us. Drinks are always cold and tasty! Great music and incredible concerts as well! Definitely a must go!!!

  • 5/5 Fintan M. 2 years ago on Google
    Great events, friendly staff and very good value drinks located in the centre of the city. Check their website for the full listing of what is on. Everything from comedy to live music you will find here.

  • 3/5 j n. 2 years ago on Google
    Good bar but guy with fair hair and rats tail so rude.. Gonna run this place into ground.. So awkward when he serves customers no please or thank u like he's doing us a favour.. Needs a kick up the arse

  • 5/5 JuJu J. 2 years ago on Google
    Pretty nice place for a late night drink! I'm sure I'll be back. Great smoking area btw

  • 5/5 Paul C. 2 years ago on Google
    Great venue. Very busy and social distance applied. Great gig with Emily 7. The place was hopping. Can't wait for them to play here again.

  • 5/5 David M. 2 years ago on Google
    Great, well managed venue. Would be good to see more beer options available!

  • 4/5 Joe E. 4 years ago on Google
    Cracking little spot in Dublin. Well worth a visit for a drink and live gigs. Sound system needs updated but overall an enjoyable place


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  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

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