Pennylane

Pennylane is one of Dublin's friendliest gay bars, the elegant, relaxed sister to the legendary PantiBar just across the street, both owned by Ireland's queen of drag, Panti Bliss. Opened in 2019 and quickly dubbed the city's classiest new cocktail bar, it has a stylish, cozy basement-style space and expertly made drinks that set the tone for a sophisticated pre-party warm-up, a date, or a catch-up with friends—a calmer counterpoint to PantiBar's dancefloor energy. Warm, welcoming and full of personality, with famously kind staff and an outdoor area with table service, it draws a quieter queer crowd midweek and hosts themed parties, live performances and drag DJs at weekends. Start your night here feeling fancy, then head across the road to Panti for a dance.