Where’s open on New Year’s Day in Dublin?

Though the Guinness Storehouse is one of the highest-rated tourist attractions in Dublin, many locals have yet to visit it. With some extra time off around the holiday season, why not take your friends or family to the home of the black stuff? The Guinness Storehouse is open for tours on New Year’s Day, as is its partner restaurant 1837 Bar & Brasserie. The restaurant was named after the year Guinness and oysters were named as the perfect match, so you can expect to find that delicious pairing right here. Also on the menu is a famous Guinness Burger and a tasty Guinness Chocolate Mousse. For a New Year’s Day that’s packed from start to finish with fun experiences and great food and drink, visit the 1837 Bar & Brasserie at Guinness Storehouse. You won’t be disappointed!

The Bank on College Green is an elegant bar and restaurant in the heart of Dublin city. A favourite among locals during the winter months, this stunning venue is intricately decorated with chandeliers hanging from the stained glass ceiling, mosaic tiled floors, and spectacular hand carved plasterwork. There’s live piano music to add to the up-scale yet relaxed atmosphere, along with a seasonally changing menu and exceptional service. Whoever you choose to spend your New Year’s Day with, The Bank on College Green is sure to impress.

One of Dublin’s only true American-style diners, The Stella Diner is open for business on New Year’s Day. This Rathmines eatery serves up all the American classics, from sandwiches and home fries to French toast and fried chicken. If you’ve got kids in tow on New Year’s Day there’s a menu for them too, as well as a mouthwatering selection of milkshakes and desserts. Under the same roof you’ll find the beautifully restored Stella Theatre where you can enjoy a truly unique cinema experience with all the glamour and glitz of the 1920s. It’s also open for business on New Year’s Day, with a line up of the latest blockbusters as well as some old classics.

If your New Year’s Day calls for one last hurrah with friends before the holiday season comes to a close, look no further than Toners on Baggot Street. Toners is an ideal setting for a New Year’s Day gathering, offering a fun and relaxed environment in which you can enjoy a good laugh and even better pints. Here you’ll find one of Dublin’s best beer gardens where you can settle into for the day if the weather permits, and a cosy little snug if it doesn’t. If you’re a fan of sports, you can watch all the New Year’s Day action live from one of the many televisions scattered around the pub. And if you’re committed to staying dry in January after a particularly indulgent Christmas season, there’s plenty of alcohol-free beers on tap too.

By New Year’s Day you’ve probably had your fill of Christmas sandwiches and leftover turkey stew, or maybe it’s just time to let someone else do the cooking. WILDE Restaurant in The Westbury Hotel is open on 1st January to host your well-deserved New Year’s Day party. A perfect balance between relaxing and luxurious, WILDE redefines traditional dining for a memorable experience. The restaurant itself is adorned in crisp-white upholstery and real greenery, giving it a unique al fresco feel that you won’t find anywhere else in the city. Whether you’re visiting for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, the menu at WILDE celebrates the finest of Irish produce, combining local dishes with classic worldly cuisine.