Ely Wine Bar
Mansion House B, Dublin
Bar in Dublin, Ireland
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Price
$50–100per person
Why go
Ely Wine Bar is the Dublin 2 pick when the night should revolve around wine rather than cocktails or pub energy. Star Wine List recognition gives it a credible signal for bottle-led dates, client drinks, and small celebrations, especially when conversation matters more than a high-volume room.
About Ely Wine Bar
Star Wine List recognition in 2023 is the clearest signal for Ely Wine Bar in Dublin. The basics are simple: it is open Tuesday to Saturday evenings, closed Monday and Sunday, and has a smart-casual dress code.
A Dublin wine-bar choice for evening plans
Consider this when the plan suits an evening setting in Dublin and a smart-casual room. Its hours make it a Tuesday-to-Saturday option rather than a lunch or Sunday plan: Tuesday to Friday from 5–11:30 PM, and Saturday from 5 PM–12 AM.
The main reason to choose it is category fit. Ely Wine Bar has Star Wine List recognition from 2023, so it makes sense to consider it when that recognition matters to your evening.
Choose it when the details match your night
The practical case is strongest when the group wants an evening plan in Dublin, a smart-casual dress code, and a venue with Star Wine List recognition.
Other alternatives and contrasts include Drawing Rooms, Margadh, No. 27 The Shelbourne Bar, O'Donoghues Bar, and The Lord Mayor's Lounge. Useful planning can also start with the Dublin hotels guide if the night is part of a wider stay.
The practical call: choose Ely Wine Bar for a Dublin evening when the hours, smart-casual dress code, and Star Wine List recognition fit the plan. Skip it if you need lunch service, Sunday opening, Monday opening, or specific facilities you require.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 5–11:30 PM
- Location
- 22 Ely Pl, Dublin 2, D02 AH73, Ireland
- Website
- elywinebar.ie
- Phone
- +353 1 676 8986
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Ely Wine Bar sits in a Georgian shell that feels sincere and unshowy, so the room reads as historic and quietly refined. The bar leans into wine-first hospitality: lists that aim for depth and regional breadth give the space a sophisticated seriousness while the overall presentation stays measured and classic. The result is an intimate, charming pocket of evening-led hospitality on Ely Place: a place that feels considered, rooted in its neighbourhood fabric and focused on the wine rather than theatrical froufrou.
Best For
Ely is best for evening visits when the neighbourhood pivots from daytime business to considered hospitality. It's an ideal stop for a focused wine outing: whether you want a relaxed date night, a post-work glass, or a chance to explore a list. The venue's repeated Star Wine List recognition positions it as a go-to for anyone who cares about list range and regional depth, so it suits diners who want to treat wine as the main event without committing to a full tasting-menu experience.
Ordering Tips
The wine programme offers list depth and quality-to-value, so browsing the list will often reward curiosity. Order by the glass or ask staff for regional recommendations. Above all, expect a wine-led experience where the list, and the people who know it, guide your choices.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy and inviting with warm fireplace, basement booths, and an elegant, intimate atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Wine Bar
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 22 Ely Pl, Dublin 2, D02 AH73, Ireland
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 5–11:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 5–11:30 PM
- Thursday
- 5–11:30 PM
- Friday
- 5–11:30 PM
- Saturday
- 5 PM–12 AM
- Sunday
- Closed
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- O'Donoghues Bar, Notable alternative
- Drawing Rooms, Notable alternative
- Margadh, Notable alternative
- No. 27 The Shelbourne Bar, Notable alternative
- The Lord Mayor's Lounge, Notable alternative
Bar context
How it compares with Dublin peers
Choose O'Donoghues Bar when the priority is a classic Dublin pub feel; choose Ely Wine Bar when the priority is wine and a calmer special-occasion setup. O'Donoghues is the more casual, socially driven call, while Ely is better for dates, client drinks, and small groups that want the drinks choice to feel considered.
Drawing Rooms, No. 27 The Shelbourne Bar, and The Lord Mayor's Lounge are stronger fits when hotel polish, formal service, or a more occasion-coded room matters. Ely is the sharper pick when the drink decision starts with wine rather than the setting. For a business drink, the hotel options may feel more conventional; for a date, Ely feels less scripted.
Margadh is the cross-shop for readers who want a contemporary food-and-drink angle in Dublin rather than a pure wine-bar decision. If Ely is full or the group wants something with a broader dining feel, Margadh is the easier pivot. If the brief is specifically wine-first, Ely remains the cleaner booking.
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Compare Ely Wine Bar
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Ely Wine Bar | Dublin | Star Wine Lists 2026 · #1 |
| O'Donoghues Bar | Dublin | No published awards |
| Drawing Rooms | Dublin | No published awards |
| Margadh | Dublin | No published awards |
| No. 27 The Shelbourne Bar | Dublin | No published awards |
| The Lord Mayor's Lounge | Dublin | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ely Wine Bar good for a date?
It can be a fit for a Dublin evening date if the details match your plan: Tuesday-to-Saturday evening hours, smart-casual dress code, and Star Wine List recognition from 2023. For a different kind of Dublin bar plan, O'Donoghues Bar is a separate option to compare.
What's the best time to go to Ely Wine Bar?
It is open Tuesday to Friday from 5–11:30 PM, and Saturday from 5 PM–12 AM. It is closed Monday and Sunday.
What's the crowd like at Ely Wine Bar?
Ely Wine Bar is in Dublin, has a smart-casual dress code, and has Star Wine List recognition from 2023. If you want a lounge comparison, The Lord Mayor's Lounge is another Dublin option.
Is Ely Wine Bar open late?
Yes, Ely Wine Bar is open Tuesday to Friday until 11:30 PM and Saturday until midnight. It is closed Monday and Sunday.
