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1 source lead · 2011
Read source trail🏭 Heritage-listed building
Built: c.1905 · NIAH rating: Regional
Characterized by multiple gables and oriel windows, this elaborate commercial building was constructed as a retail outlet and offices to the design of George P. Sheridan (1865-1950). The impressive façade extends along Nos. 4-5 Church Lane and dramatically terminates the vista from St. Andrew Street. The original leaded timber casements are retained, with the elaborate gabled oriel to the corner being particularly noteworthy. Now linked with the adjoining buildings to the north and east as part of an eclectic ensemble, it serves to enhance the architectural diversity of Suffolk Street and...
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Independent reporting and heritage records on this pub, drawn from a curated list of Irish news outlets, Revenue Commissioners, NIAH, and the Dictionary of Irish Architects. Every claim links to its primary source.
Revenue's renewed-liquor-licence register lists licence ref S0112 as a Publican's Licence (7-Day Ordinary) for O'NEILLS at 1/2 Suffolk Street and 2A and 3/4 Church Lane in Dublin city, with MICHAEL O'NEILL LIMITED as licensee.[1]
The Irish Times identified O'Neills of Suffolk Street as one of Dublin's most famous pubs in 2008.[2]
The same Irish Times report said O'Neills hosted a ballot for Democrats Abroad Ireland during the 2008 Global Democratic Primary between Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama.[2]
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Established
Built between c.1905 and c.1915.
Architecture
Characterized by multiple gables and oriel windows, this elaborate commercial building was constructed as a retail outlet and offices to the design of George P. Sheridan (1865-1950). The impressive façade extends along Nos. 4-5 Church Lane and dramatically terminates the vista from St. Andrew Street.
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