The Hacienda
Also known as the Market Bar, Arran Street East, Dublin. Run by Shay, a salt-a-d-earth type character. He only ever opens up after 8 in the evenings. The front door is always locked, so you have to press a buzzer to alert him you want in. If he doesn't recognize you chances are you'll be left standing in the cold for some time to come. If you get in though be prepared for serious pool and slagging. No quarter is given to new folk, especially those from beyond the pale. Being from Co. Cavan I speak from experience...
Shay is forever finding new things to hang on the walls, but some of his favourites are of photos of the famous who've somehow stumbled in the door. These's a brilliant one of Shay with Shaun Ryder and Mani behind the bar, appropriate enough given the name of the place! There's another photo showing Matthew McConaughey with Shay; he used to drink here a lot when he was shooting some film or other in Dublin.
All in all it's a unique spot.
The Hacienda
Also known as the Market Bar, Arran Street East, Dublin. Run by Shay, a salt-a-d-earth type character. He only ever opens up after 8 in the evenings. The front door is always locked, so you have to press a buzzer to alert him you want in. If he doesn't recognize you chances are you'll be left standing in the cold for some time to come. If you get in though be prepared for serious pool and slagging. No quarter is given to new folk, especially those from beyond the pale. Being from Co. Cavan I speak from experience...
Shay is forever finding new things to hang on the walls, but some of his favourites are of photos of the famous who've somehow stumbled in the door. These's a brilliant one of Shay with Shaun Ryder and Mani behind the bar, appropriate enough given the name of the place! There's another photo showing Matthew McConaughey with Shay; he used to drink here a lot when he was shooting some film or other in Dublin.
All in all it's a unique spot.