Our Story

The corner of Kildare where everyone’s welcome.

Located in the heart of Kildare on Dublin Street, James Nolan’s Pub is a friendly local known for its welcoming atmosphere and strong community spirit. We’re not a concept, we’re not a chain — we’re a pub.

The bar counter at James Nolan's PubTwo pints of Guinness settling

We offer live music at the weekends — making the pub the perfect place to meet friends and turn a quiet drink into a proper night out. Sports fans can catch all the major fixtures on our screens throughout the year: GAA, Premier League, Six Nations, the lot.

We’re proud to have both darts and pool teams, bringing locals together through a bit of friendly competition. New faces always welcome — turn up, throw an arrow, take a shot.

Conveniently situated close to Kildare’s famous horse racing venues, James Nolan’s is a popular stop for both locals and visitors looking for a great pint, good company, and plenty of entertainment.

“Friendly people and lots of space. I will come back.”
— Marika’s regular

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