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Pubs, pubs and pubs - we are spoiled for choice when it comes to public houses in Rathfarnham. Some of the best known establishments have been in existance for centuries such as the Yellow House and Buglers.

Buglers
'Have a Jar at Buglers!' was the famous slogan down the years. Buglers is a quiet type of pub in the Ballyboden/ Rathfarnham area. It has a long and interesting history and opened up in 1799. John Blake was the first publican to be granted the license.

Buglers is the place to be for Glendoher residents on Christmas Eve. You are always bound to bump into an old friend or neighbour.
Pub Score: 5/10

The Orchard
The Orchard is a popular pub situated on Butterfield Avenue beside Rathfarnham Shopping Center. There's a great atmosphere on a Friday or Saturday night and can attract a large fun crowd. Within the Orchard Complex there is an off license, a taxi rank and a moderately priced restuarant.
DID YOU KNOW?
The Orchard complex is built over an ancient burial ground! No kidding! Check it out here on our Archaeology Page
Pub Score: 8/10

The Yellow House
The Yellow House is situated at the corner of Willbrook Road and Grange Road and is a stone's throw away from Rathfarnham Castle. The Yellow House was built in 1825 and was serving customers in 1827. But there used to be another public house bearing the name and was situated on the grounds of the church beside the present Yellow House. It was a thatched building and it was supposedly bulit around the early 18th century, documents certify that it was definitely there during the 1798 rebellion.

The present building was built by Mary Murphy in 1825. Since then it has passed through many hands, the Walkers ran it from 1912 until 1979. The Durkin brothers bought it in that year.
Local folklore tells us that the poet Francis Ledwedge had worked as an apperentice there for two days, he had got home sick for his native home in Slane, Co. Meath.

Throughout the years, the Yellow house has gone through extensive refurbishment and it is probably one of the best known and loved pubs in Rathfarnham.
Pub Score: 8/10

The Tuning Fork
The Tuning Fork closed sadly in 2009 as the economy deteriorated. It was a small and friendly pub and was a favourite with locals. It famously kept its glasses in the fridge. It is hoped that the new owners will open up the establishment again.
Pub Score: 6/10

Sarah Curran, aka Seasons
The Sarah Curran is another victim of the recession. The front doors haven't opened since 2009. During its hey day, the Sarah Curran was frequented mostly by students. The space is quite large inside and the atmophere was usually dead.
Pub Score: 4/10

Revels
Revels is a very trendy pub in Rathfarnham Village. Exstensive refurbishment and a buzzing atmosphere has made Revels very popular with young adults and older alike.
Pub Score: 7/10

The Castle
This popular casual pub can be found right beside Revels in Rathfarnham Village.
Pub Score: 7/10

The Blue Haven
The Blue Haven is the type of pub when you walk in, everybody glances over to see who it is! The Blue Haven is a formal and quite type of pub that appeals to a more mature crowd. The premises is located at the end of Ballyroan Road beside Butterfield Avenue.
Pub Score: 5/10

The Eden
The Eden, one of the highest pubs in Rathfarnham, is situated right beside Marley Park. The beer garden is one of its favorite attractions because of the wide open spaces and elevated view of Dublin. A popular hot spot during the Marlay Park Concerts.
Pub Score: 6/10

Merry Plougboy
The Merry Ploughboy (previously Dohertys) is a friendly pub set on the foothills of the Dublin mountains on Stocking Lane. There is often live traditional music and is a must see for any tourist in town.
Pub Score: 7/10

The Furry Bog
The Furry Bog is situated in Whitechurch housing estate. There are no comments for this pub.
Pub Score: 2/10