The Cuckoo's Nest Pub Dublin is a historic establishment that has been serving the community since 1739.

It was a popular watering hole for locals and travellers alike. The pub was passed down through generations, until it was sold to the Lynch family in 1962.

The pub has undergone several renovations over the years, but it has always retained its traditional charm. The Cuckoo's Nest is known for its friendly atmosphere and its wide selection of beers and spirits. It is also a popular spot for live music.

In recent years, the pub has been threatened with closure due to redevelopment plans. However, a group of local residents has formed a campaign to save the Cuckoo's Nest. The group gathered over 1,000 signatures on a petition to preserve the pub.

In 2021, the Mulvaney Brothers purchased the Cuckoo's Nest Pub and the surrounding land. Recently An Bord Pleanála approved the planning application and the Mulvaney’s continue to develop the site, with plans to revitalise the Cuckoo's Nest Pub and construct the 15 apartments. The pub's reopening is expected in 2025.

The future of the Cuckoo's Nest site is promising, with the potential to revitalise the area and provide much-needed housing while preserving the pub's legacy. The Mulvaney Brothers' commitment to respecting the site's history while creating a modern and vibrant community space is a testament to their dedication to preserving Dublin's heritage while embracing its future.

  • 1739

    The Kilnamanagh Inn opens its doors in Dublin, Ireland. The pub becomes a popular gathering spot for locals and travellers.

  • 19th Century

    The coachhouse continues to thrive as Dublin expands. It remains a popular destination on the Dublin / Carlow Turnpike Road.

  • 1860s

    The inn transforms into the epicentre of the Irish Independence movement, playing a pivotal role in orchestrating the Fenian Rising of 1867.

  • 1912

    The premises acquires a licence to operate a ballroom, which attracts all the eligible ladies and gents for miles around.

  • 1920s-1930s

    The pub faces challenges during the Irish War of Independence but it manages to remain a popular local establishment.

  • 1940s-1950s

    The pub experiences a resurgence in popularity during the post-war years, as Dublin experiences an economic boom.

  • 1962

    The Lynch family buys the pub and continues to own it for the next 54 years.

  • 1964

    The Cuckoo's Nest Pitch & Putt Club is established.

  • 2015

    The Cuckoo’s Nest officially closes it’s doors.

  • 2017

    Michael Keogh buys the land with hopes of developing the site to include 40 new homes and an extended site for the original pub.

  • 2021

    The Mulvaney Brothers buy the landmark pub.

Vintage photo of a building with signs for "Cuckoo's Nest" and "Peadar Lynch," featuring parked cars on the street.
Group of people celebrating outside a pub with drinks in hand, under a sign reading 'The Cuckoo's Nest.ie'.
A street view showing a parade with people lining the road in front of a pub. The building has signs for a restaurant and beer garden. The road curves and leads into the distance, with some trees lining it. Participants and spectators, including chil
Group of men in green shirts posing in front of "The Cuckoo's Nest.ie" pub.
Pink building with sign "The Cuckoo's Nest" and windows on upper and lower floors.
Black and white photo of four men with bicycles on a street, each bicycle has a basket labeled with Guinness branding and business names, including "Cuckoo's Nest" and "Findlater."

Past Proprietors

  • 1739

    The Gibbon Family

  • 1800-1814

    The Allen Family

  • ?-1864

    Charles Higginson

  • 1864

    Rev. George Bradley

  • 1865-?

    Edward Keating

  • 1912-1929

    The Delaney Family

  • 1937-1962

    Laurence O’Neill

  • 1962-1965

    Peadar Lynch and Mr. O'Brien

  • 1965-2017

    Peadar and Phyllis Lynch

  • 2017-2021

    Michael Keogh

  • 2021-Present

    Ken and Brian Mulvaney