Peter's Pub - soup, sandwiches and dignity...
Some consider Peter's Pub the second best pub on Sth William St, and while that may not sound like much of a boast, the curious drinking tourist should bear in mind that the competition is Grogan's (see the posting on Grogan's). In fact, Peter's Pub is as unique in its own way and as full of character as Grogan's, if a little bit less ostentatious about the fact.
Peter's Pub is one of the few places in Dublin where the barmen (I've never seen a woman working there, so if that's what you're after, look elsewhere..) seem seriously dedicated and professional about their trade. They dress in white shirts and ties (which ties change with the seasons but in a curiously uncheesy way - I have never seen a red and green tie covered with reindeer worn with such poise and class as by the staff in Peter's Pub) and have the perfect balance of friendliness and reserve that only serious professionals can claim.
The decor is simple: green couches, few decorations and no music. It's a place for conversation, civilised pints and maybe a toasted sandwich. There are outdoor heaters, but sadly the outdoor seating area is in an alleyway away from the sun. (You might say the same for the city as a whole̷ 
Peter's Pub has a certain quiet dignity that is unusual in a Dublin pub, but does not at all detract from the fun of the place. It's a grow-up, friendly, decent establishment and I've never met anybody there who was anything less that delightful. If Grogan's is too smart-alecky for you, Peter's Pub could be exactly the thing you are looking for.
