Kildare's Original Brewpub · Grand Canal, Sallins

Great Beer.
Great Food.
Great Company.

Home of Kildare Brewing Company — craft beer brewed right here on our terrace. Award-winning food, The Thirteen cocktail bar, and brewery tours every weekend.

★★★★★ 4.5 on Google
★★★★ 4.2 · #1 in Sallins on TripAdvisor
Good Food Ireland Approved
Ireland's First Purpose-Built Brewpub Brewery

Eat

Award-winning food made with local Irish ingredients. Famous hot wings, hand-crafted burgers, and Sunday roasts.

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Drink

Craft beer brewed on-site by Kildare Brewing Company. Lager, Pale Ale, IPA, Stout — always fresh, always local.

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Celebrate

Birthdays, anniversaries, corporate nights, brewery tours. We'll build the perfect event around you.

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25+ Years on the Canal
Our Story

Sallins' Local Institution

Lock 13 started as a family-run pub in the heart of Sallins, on the banks of the Grand Canal. From day one we championed local produce, warm hospitality, and a space where everyone genuinely feels at home.

In 2017, we went further — building Kildare Brewing Company right on our terrace, making us Ireland's first purpose-built brewpub brewery. Every pint of KBC beer you drink was brewed just metres from where you're sitting.

We're not a chain. Not trying to be everywhere. We're Kildare's brewpub — and we intend to stay that way.

Our Full Story
Good Food Ireland Approved
Ireland's First Brewpub Brewery
#1 Restaurant in Sallins
On Tap at Kildare Brewing Company

Brewed Right Here in Kildare

Small-batch, always fresh, brewed on our terrace. Here's what's pouring now.

Lager
KBC Lager
Crisp, clean, and refreshing. Brewed for the perfect sessionable lager experience.
ABV 4.3%
Pale Ale
KBC Pale Ale
Balanced, hoppy, approachable. Our signature pale — pairs perfectly with the hot wings.
ABV 4.5%
American IPA
Electric Juice IPA
Bold citrus aromas, tropical notes, satisfying bitter finish. For the hop heads.
ABV 5.5%
Stout
Flanagan's Stout
Rich, roasted, deeply Irish. Named for the family who started it all.
ABV 4.3%
Red Ale
Citra Rua
Complex red ale with Citra hops bringing tropical fruit into a malt-forward body.
ABV varies
Kombucha — 0% ABV
Ginger & Lemongrass
From our sister brand ProKulture — live culture kombucha, naturally fermented. Zero alcohol.
ABV 0.0%
Upstairs at Lock 13

The Thirteen Cocktail Bar

A Prohibition-era speakeasy with Art Deco charm, nestled above the brewpub on the Grand Canal. Handcrafted cocktails. Intimate ambiance. Unlike anything else in Kildare.

Classic & craft cocktails made with local Irish spirits
Seasonal cocktail menu updated monthly
Available for private hire — perfect for milestone birthdays
Cocktail masterclasses for groups & hen parties
Open Friday & Saturday evenings
Every Weekend

Brewery Tours at Kildare Brewing Company

Go behind the taps. See how your pint goes from grain to glass in Ireland's first purpose-built brewpub brewery — right on our terrace. Guided, tasted, and genuinely brilliant.

Guided Tasting

Sample fresh KBC beers with expert notes

Behind the Scenes

Mash tun to fermentation tanks

Sat & Sun

Every weekend — book in advance

Groups Welcome

Private tours for corporate & hens

Book a Brewery Tour
Private Events

Your Next Celebration Sorted

Birthdays, anniversaries, corporate nights, hen parties. You bring the people — we handle the rest.

Birthdays & Anniversaries

Bespoke celebrations with custom menus, decorations, and the full Lock 13 experience. Groups from 15 upwards.

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Corporate Events

Team dinners and client nights that people actually want to attend. Brewery tour add-on available.

Plan a Corporate Night

Hen Parties & Groups

Cocktail masterclasses at The Thirteen, brewery tours, private dining. The perfect start to a big night.

Plan Your Night
The Perfect Gift

Gift the Lock 13 Experience

Know someone who loves great food, craft beer, or a proper night out? A Lock 13 gift voucher is always the right answer. Bought in seconds, delivered by email, redeemed at the bar.

€25
Perfect for drinks and a bite with a friend
Buy €25 Voucher
€50
Ideal for a dinner for two with drinks
Buy €50 Voucher

Vouchers delivered instantly by email via Toast. Valid for 12 months from purchase. Redeemed in-venue.

What People Say

Kildare's Favourite Brewpub

★★★★★

"Absolutely brilliant night. The food was incredible — the wings are everything they're hyped up to be. Staff are warm and welcoming. Already planning the next visit."

👤
Sarah M.
Google Review · Naas
★★★★★

"Best place to eat in County Kildare, full stop. The craft beers are excellent — knowing they're brewed on-site makes it even better. The Thirteen bar upstairs is a hidden gem."

👤
Ciarán F.
TripAdvisor · Sallins
★★★★★

"Booked the brewery tour for a group of 12 and it was brilliant. Really informative, the tasting session was great craic, then we stayed for dinner. Highly recommend."

👤
Aoife K.
Google Review · Kildare
4.5
★★★★★
Google
4.2
★★★★
TripAdvisor · 477 reviews
#1
Restaurant in Sallins
Good Food
Ireland Approved
Opening Hours

When We're Open

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday4:00pm – 9:00pm
Thursday4:00pm – 9:00pm
Friday12:30pm – 10:00pm
Saturday12:30pm – 9:00pm
Sunday12:30pm – 7:45pm
The Thirteen Cocktail Bar opens Friday & Saturday evenings. Follow us on Instagram for seasonal hours and special event nights.
Find Us

Get Here

Address
Canal View, Sallins, Co. Kildare
By Train
5-minute walk from Sallins/Naas station
Parking
Free parking directly outside
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Don't Miss a Thing at Lock 13

New beers, seasonal menus, events & the occasional treat. One email a month — and it's always worth it.

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Walk-ins always welcome, but booking is recommended — especially weekends and Sunday lunch.