Frequently Asked Questions

While both venues are owned by Guinness, Open Gate Brewery Dublin is a working experimental brewery, bar and taproom. Unlike the Guinness Storehouse, there are no brewery tours available at Open Gate. Visitors are invited to experience the creative spirit of Guinness in a cosy setting with a range of innovative beers you won’t find anywhere else (and some delicious bites on the side too). A glass wall allows guests a view into the inner-workings of the brewery and our knowledgeable bar staff are on-hand with the fascinating stories behind the brews.

No – because it’s this is a working brewery, we’re unable to welcome children or infants. All visitors to our site must be at least 18 years old.

You’re welcome to join us and enjoy our beers on tap any time you like! But sorry, we're not able to offer our beers in bottles or cans.

Absolutely – this is the place where Guinness brewers unleash their creativity! Every day, they’re experimenting with new flavours and unique combinations to create innovative brews, so you’ll always find something new on tap whenever you visit.

Open Gate Brewery Dublin is a working experimental brewery. Brewing activity varies depending on what’s being created at the time of your visit, so while you may see elements of the brewing process, it isn’t guaranteed on every visit.

We accept cash and all major debit and credit cards, including contactless payments.

There is a mix of seating and standing space throughout the brewery. Seating availability can vary depending on how busy the venue is and what’s on at the time.

You don’t need to book in advance to visit the Open Gate Brewery, although it’s a smart move if you want to be sure of a table at a particular time, or if you have a larger party. There’s no cover charge – you can book online here.

If you’ve any special requests, please contact us at info@guinnessopengate.com

There’s no need for a ticket - you’re welcome to visit Guinness Open Gate Brewery by simply walking in, or (as we recommend) when you book a table in advance.

Yes, you can contact us here to let us know what event you would like us to host for you.

Yes - it’s easy to get around inside Open Gate Brewery Dublin. We have a lift up to the brewery for wheelchair users and people with mobility issues, and we provide step-free access to the whole building and garden.

Guide dogs and assistance dogs are welcome at Open Gate Dublin, but as a working brewery, we’re unable to accommodate pets.

Yes! Guinness Open Gate Brewery Dublin is proud to be an official AsIAm Autism Friendly-accredited brewery, with the help of Ireland’s Autism Charity, AsIAm. Our staff are trained on how to help autistic or neurodivergent customers, and we offer sensory kits, including ear plugs, in our bar area.

We also offer sensory-friendly hours (currently 1pm to 3pm on the first Sunday of every month) when lighting and sounds are reduced – we suggest you’ll want to book a table in advance for these times.

If you’re interested in finding out more about our continuing journey of accessibility and understanding, you can read about our future plans in the Diageo Irish Brand Homes Charter of Inclusion.

We’re a working Guinness brewery, always experimenting and developing flavours and combinations to create outstanding and original new beers. We brew multiple beers on-site, including stouts, ales and lagers.

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Yes. We offer non-alcoholic options, including Guinness 0.0, as well as soft drinks. Everyone is welcome.

If you have a gluten allergy or intolerance, please exercise caution when consuming our beers or visiting our brewery. Our beers are made using traditional ingredients like hops and barley, which naturally contain gluten, and some of these ingredients may also be on display.

We prioritise visitor safety, so please feel free to contact us for more information about our brewing process, or about any allergens in our products.

Yes! From the traditional to the experimental, we serve all kinds of beers, including classic stouts, IPAs, and lagers.

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