The Merry Ploughboy

Renowned Dublin Mountains music pub owned and run by traditional musicians

The Merry Ploughboy is a historic pubs in Co. Dublin that serves food. Rated 4.6/5 from 2,100 reviews.

Owned and operated by traditional folk musicians in Edmondstown, The Merry Ploughboy offers acclaimed Irish music and dance shows alongside fireside dining.

Opening hours

Monday12:30 – 11:30 PM
Tuesday12:30 – 11:30 PM
Wednesday12:30 – 11:30 PM
Thursday12:30 – 11:30 PM
Friday12:30 PM – 12:30 AM
Saturday12:30 PM – 12:30 AM
Sunday12:30 – 11:00 PM

What visitors say

Oh. The Irish beef was delicious. Music was great tooKalaharitea · 5★

Too congested and can not even breathe properly - for veg, no special food. Music is great.Biren Shah · 3★

Good food, great music, fantastic staff.Martin Volk · 5★

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