how many pubs in ireland

As of 2025, the number of pubs in Ireland is approximately 6,498. This reflects a significant decline of nearly 25% from 2005 when there were 8,617 pubs. On average, about 112 pubs have closed each year over the last 20 years, and this trend is expected to continue with potentially 600 to 1,000 more pubs closing in the next decade without government intervention. Despite the decline, Ireland still ranks third in the world for pub density per capita.