They won't reopen until at least August 31st, as Phase Four of lifting the Covid-19 restrictions is being delayed by three weeks.
The decision comes following advice from the National Public Health Emergency Team, and international evidence of an increase in community transmission if pubs and nightclubs open too early.
Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment Leo Varadkar says there will be specific supports for businesses which still can't open:
Dave Cremin owns the Gallows Bar on Bandon Road in the City - he doesn't serve food so will remain closed.
He's calling on the government not to offer empty promises:
