The Bad Ass Café, established in 1983, was and remains a landmark establishment in Irish tradition and culture. It has played host to a long and colourful history such as almost burning to the ground, being listed on the ‘Rock ‘N’ Stroll Tour’ of Dublin, housing one of the oldest cash payment systems in Ireland and employing the extremely talented Sinead O’Connor.

The Bad Ass is a favourite in the heart of Dublin City Centre, Temple Bar with everything from a selection of delicious Kick Ass Menus and Bad Ass Food Challenges to Kick Ass Entertainment and Live Stand Up Comedy.

We’re the oldest restaurant in Temple Bar!