About The Black Lion
Up on Prussia Street in the core of Stoneybatter, The Black Lion roars as a neighbourhood favourite for live music in Dublin's creative quarter. This no-frills pub, with its dark wood panels and welcoming hearth, has been a fixture since the early 1900s, drawing locals for its unassuming charm and cracking sessions. The vibe is pure Stoneybatter: eclectic crowd of artists, families, and music lovers, all united by the pull of live tunes. On weekends, the back room or main bar fills with guitar strummers, singers, and the occasional trad band, the sound of acoustic sets blending with cheers and the satisfying glug of settling stout.
What to Expect
Live music most weekends from 9pm, spanning folk, rock, and Irish classics. Expect covers of The Dubliners alongside emerging local talent. Food leans bar classics: banging fish and chips, loaded burgers, and platters for sharing, all at budget prices. The beer garden out back is a summer highlight for al fresco listening.
Insider Tips
Sidtle up to the bar for banter with lifelong locals; they know the best session nights. Walk over from Cobblestone for a pub crawl, or hit nearby Prussia Street cafes pre-show. Quiz night midweek adds variety. It's dog-friendly and has a kids' menu early. In Stoneybatter's bohemian scene, The Black Lion offers reliable live music without pretension, perfect for immersing in Dublin's grassroots music culture. You'll discover why northside punters swear by it as their go-to spot.