About Dubliner Pub
Dubliner Pub brings authentic Irish pub culture to Omaha's historic Old Market district operating in a landmark building with a rich history dating back to 1894. The building originally served as a tack supply business and later housed a mannequin manufacturing company before finding its calling as one of Omaha's premier Irish establishments.
Historic Setting
In 1978 Paul McGill purchased the John A. Horbach building which was designated an Omaha landmark in 1979 and is now listed in the National Register of Historic Places. McGill developed Horbach's in the basement space that once served as coal intake and storage eventually renaming it Dubliner Pub to emphasize its authentic Irish character. The current owners Vance and Cindy who also operate Cohen & Kelly's Lounge in West Omaha acquired the pub in 1999 and have maintained its reputation as the closest thing to a traditional Irish pub this side of the Atlantic.
Music and Entertainment
Live music is central to the Dubliner Pub experience with performances scheduled throughout the week. The pub hosts two distinct open mic nights - Monday evenings feature comedy with tight five-minute sets and a pre-show writing workshop while Wednesday nights shift focus to music giving singer-songwriters and bands opportunities to test new material or jam with regulars. Live Irish music fills the pub on Fridays and Saturdays with additional performances on Tuesdays and Thursdays featuring local and regional artists.
Food and Drink
True to Irish pub tradition Dubliner Pub specializes in Irish whiskey and maintains an extensive selection of authentic Irish beers including Guinness Harp Smithwicks and Powers. The pub offers daily happy hour from noon to 7 PM with $1 off drinks. Special nightly promotions include Irish Night on Mondays with $4 Guinness Harp Smithwicks and Powers from 7 PM to close Tuesday features $5 Red Bull drinks and $3 Corona Wednesday offers $4 well drinks Thursday brings $5.50 pitchers of PBR and Sunday is Service Industry Night running from 7 PM to close.
Private Events and Venue Rental
The Dubliner Pub's basement event space can accommodate up to 100 guests making it ideal for receptions bridal showers dinners corporate meetings and other special occasions. The venue provides an affordable option in the heart of the Old Market with the charm and character of a historic building. For corporate gatherings the pub offers a projector and screen to support presentation needs. Live entertainment can be arranged for events and the pub works with clients on decorating to match their vision whether casual pub ambiance or more formal sophisticated settings.
Location and Hours
Located at 1205 Harney Street in the Old Market the pub is open Monday through Saturday from noon to 2 AM and Sundays from 1 PM to 2 AM. The basement location creates an intimate underground atmosphere perfect for enjoying traditional Irish hospitality while experiencing Omaha's vibrant local music scene.