Bar in Dublin, Ireland
Loose Canon
100Pearl PointsWine-first stop
About Loose Canon
For 2026, Loose Canon is worth prioritising if the night is wine-led and central Dublin convenience matters. The Star Wine List recognition gives it a stronger signal than a generic bar pick, but it is better for a glass, conversation, and a lighter stop than for a full-scale late-night plan.
Loose Canon is a Dublin venue with casual dress code and verified opening hours across most of the week. The confirmed details are practical rather than exhaustive: it is open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and it is closed on Tuesday.
The strongest verified recognition is Star Wine List recognition for 2026. Beyond that, specific claims about menu format, service style, pricing, seating, reservations, or food offering are not confirmed here, so plan with the basics and check the venue directly before building a detailed itinerary around it.
Choose this for a casual Dublin stop with verified hours
Loose Canon works well in planning terms when you need a Dublin stop with clear opening-hour information and casual dress expectations. For a broader night out, use our full Dublin bars guide to build another stop around the style of evening you want.
For food planning, do not assume a specific dining format from the information available here. Pair it with a restaurant from our full Dublin restaurants guide if dinner needs to carry the night. If the plan is a hotel-based weekend, our full Dublin hotels guide is the more useful starting point before choosing a Dublin route.
Star Wine List recognition is the clearest trust signal
Loose Canon has Star Wine List recognition for 2026. That is the clearest confirmed accolade available here, and it is the main verified reason to flag the venue for people comparing Dublin options.
Alternatives change the decision depending on the kind of night you want. Farrier & Draper - Bar & Restaurant is another Dublin option to compare, while The Bar With No Name, The Chelsea Drugstore, The Long Hall, and The Stags Head are other Dublin names to consider when planning a wider route.
If the group wants a different setting, compare Loose Canon with other Dublin dining and nightlife options before committing. The verified information here supports Loose Canon as a casual Dublin venue with clear hours and confirmed Star Wine List recognition, but not as a source for unverified details about seating, menu, pricing, or service format.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation at Loose Canon?
Reservation requirements are not confirmed here, so check the venue directly before going. The verified hours show that Loose Canon is open until 11:30 PM Wednesday through Saturday, until 10:30 PM on Monday and Sunday, and closed on Tuesday.
What's the crowd like at Loose Canon?
The crowd and atmosphere are not confirmed in the verified details. What is confirmed is that Loose Canon is in Dublin, has a casual dress code, and has Star Wine List recognition for 2026. If you want to compare other Dublin options, The Long Hall and The Stags Head are names to consider for a different stop.
Is Loose Canon open late?
Yes, it runs late on most open days, with 11:30 PM closes on Wednesday through Saturday and 10:30 PM closes on Monday and Sunday. Tuesday is closed.
Does Loose Canon have happy hour deals?
Happy hour details are not confirmed here, so do not plan around a deal. If price or format is the main filter, compare it with Farrier & Draper - Bar & Restaurant, and check the venue's official channels for the latest details.
Does Loose Canon have outdoor seating?
Outdoor seating is not confirmed here, so verify directly before going if that matters to your plan. The Stags Head or The Long Hall are other Dublin options to compare. Check the venue's official channels for the latest details.
Location
29 Drury St, Dublin, D02 RX95, Ireland
Dublin, Ireland
Compare Loose Canon
| Venue | Awards | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Loose Canon | Star Wine List (2026) | Easy |
| The Chelsea Drugstore | Unknown | |
| Farrier & Draper - Bar & Restaurant | Unknown | |
| The Bar With No Name | Unknown | |
| The Stags Head | Unknown | |
| The Long Hall | Unknown |
How Loose Canon compares with nearby options at a similar price tier.
Also Consider
- The Chelsea Drugstore, Notable alternative
- Farrier & Draper - Bar & Restaurant, Notable alternative
- The Bar With No Name, Notable alternative
- The Stags Head, Notable alternative
- The Long Hall, Notable alternative
How it compares with nearby Dublin bars
Choose Loose Canon when wine is the main decision. Compared with The Chelsea Drugstore and Farrier & Draper - Bar & Restaurant, it is the more focused option for someone who wants the glass to lead the evening rather than a broader bar-and-restaurant setup. If the group is split between food, cocktails, and general nightlife energy, those peers are easier crowd-pleasers.
The Bar With No Name is the better cross-shop for a more social, less wine-specific night. Loose Canon is the stronger call for a quieter first stop or date-style drink where the list matters; The Bar With No Name makes more sense when atmosphere and group flexibility matter more than wine depth.
For traditional Dublin pub character, The Stags Head and The Long Hall are the cleaner picks. They are better for visitors who want the classic pub version of Dublin. Loose Canon is the better choice when the brief is modern wine bar, central location, and a more selective drinking plan.
Recognized By
Explore Dublin
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