Don't come here if you're looking for a higher-classed, elaborately-decorated, hipster-esque establishment with fancy, expensive drinks that so many bars on Western have defaulted to. But if you want a chill beer with friends in an authentic neighborhood pub, The Dubliner is a good choice.
Although they are known for having lots of under-agers (I've left before because I've seen HIGH SCHOOL kids I knew in there), it's still a good place to go to talk, relax, or catch a game.
Plus, they celebrate Irish New Years! I didn't know any bars did that until recently and I had a blast celebrating here. Bonus points for sure.
I'm none too enamored of any of the bars along this stretch of Western, but I'm alright with the Dubliner. Â They've put a little more into their appearance, and it shows. Â
My only visit came on a Saturday afternoon during a Western avenue pub crawl, and while Saturday afternoon is a great time to drink, it's not necessarily the best time to get a good handle on a bar. Â I'd come back here, though. Â Nice bartenders, good decor, and Guinness. Â Good enough for me.