Early Houses of Dublin: What Makes Molloy’s Stand Out

In the heart of Dublin, where tradition meets community spirit, one landmark continues to open its doors just after sunrise: Molloy’s of Talbot Street. As one of the last remaining early houses in Dublin, Molloy’s carries on a long-standing tradition.

What Is an Early House?

Early houses are pubs in Dublin that are licensed to open in the early morning hours — often as early as 7am — originally serving shift workers, market traders, and porters coming off night work. While these institutions were once common across the city, only a few remain today. Among them, Molloy’s stands out for its reliability and sense of community.

The Rarity of Dublin’s Early Houses

Today, early houses are increasingly rare — and often inconsistent. Many are only open a few days a week, with limited or unclear access. Some even require you to be a “known regular” to be let in.

In contrast, Molloy’s is open six days a week from 7am. Whether you're a long-time local or a curious visitor, you’ll always be welcomed with a pint and a story.

Molloy’s Early House Hours:
Open Monday to Saturday from 7am
(Closed Sundays)

Read more about one visitor’s experience in our blog article here.

What Makes Molloy’s Unique?

Here’s why Molloy’s Dublin is not just one of the last early houses — it’s the most welcoming early house in Dublin:

• Consistent Hours: Open at 7am, six days a week — no guessing games.

• Open to Everyone: No gatekeeping, no closed-door policy. All are welcome.

• Historic Charm: Established in 1866, Molloy’s is rich in Dublin pub heritage.

• Central Location: Just off O’Connell Street and near Connolly Station.

A Sunrise Pint with a Side of Culture

In the blog linked above, the writer reflects on their early morning pub crawl through Dublin. Many early houses felt “unwelcoming” or “semi-closed.” But their stop at Molloy’s broke that trend:

““The atmosphere was genuinely friendly, the clientele mixed, and the welcome immediate.””

Visit Molloy’s — Dublin’s Most Welcoming Early House

So whether you're finishing a night shift, starting your day with tradition, or just curious about Dublin’s pub culture, stop by Molloy’s Early House on Talbot Street.

We’ll be open. And we’ll be glad to see you.

📍 Find Us:

Molloy’s Pub, Talbot Street, Dublin 1
Just around the corner from Connolly Station.