The Black Forge Inn

Step into The Black Forge Inn, and you enter a bold, theatrical space where the worlds of sport, hospitality, and nightlife collide. Located in Dublin 12 (Crimlin / Drimnagh Road area), this venue wears its ambition on its sleeve. From the polished bar and dramatic lighting to the open kitchen and music programming, it aims to be more than a pub — it’s an experience. Owned (or strongly associated) with Conor McGregor, the Black Forge Inn blends pulsing energy with showmanship. Interiors include high ceilings, exposed brick or steel motifs, large bar counters, performance spaces, and multiple seating zones for more private or lively moments. The menu is ambitious: expect steaks (stone-cooked or searing presentations), burgers (sometimes with striking “black buns”), wings, seafood, and bar snacks. Cocktails are a big focus, with a downloadable bar menu listing inventive drinks (e.g. “Prohibition Apple”, “Proper Paddy”) built around Irish whiskey (Notably McGregor’s Proper No.12) and creative infusions. Nightlife is part of the DNA here: DJs, live music, events, and an energetic crowd dominate later hours. The venue markets itself as a “premium bar & venue” after extensive renovations. The Black Forge Inn doesn’t shy from spectacle. It displays McGregor’s UFC belts, builds booths with dramatic flair, and emphasizes branding and presence. One article notes that the pub suffered a small fire in mid-2025 (reportedly criminal damage) but the management emphasized “spotless” status and a strong identity afterward. In essence, The Black Forge is not a cozy corner pub. It stakes a claim as a flagship, destination bar for Dublin’s nightlife: bold, branded, high energy, and unapologetically ambitious. Whether you come for dinner, drinks, or a late party, it aims to deliver on spectacle as well as substance.