EXCLUSIVE: First look at Malones as new Irish pub prepares to open in Dundee
Dundee's newest Irish pub has officially opened following a £300,000 transformation, and Dundee Culture was invited for an exclusive first look inside before the doors opened to the public!
Malones Dundee welcomed hundreds of guests for its grand opening on Thursday 12 November, bringing a new destination for live music, sport and Irish hospitality to the former BrewDog premises on Panmure Street.
The newly refurbished venue combines the atmosphere of a traditional Irish pub with modern facilities, creating 20 new jobs and introducing another hospitality destination to Dundee's city centre.
A sneak peek inside Malones Dundee
Ahead of the official opening, Dundee Culture was given a special preview of the venue, offering an opportunity to explore the transformed interior and discover some of its unique features.
Among the highlights are several touches celebrating Dundee's heritage, including historic photographs of RRS Discovery and its crew, giving the Irish pub a distinctive local connection.
Dundee Culture even had the opportunity to step behind the bar and pour a pint of Guinness during the visit!
The venue also boasts an impressive drinks selection, becoming the only pub in Dundee to offer Guinness, Beamish, Murphy's and Tennent's Stouts together under one roof.
A new home for Dundee's live music scene
One of the most exciting aspects of Malones is its commitment to supporting local musicians, with live performances planned five nights a week.
The pub has already received considerable interest from Dundee bands and performers, with plans to provide regular paid opportunities for local talent.
Alongside music, Malones will show major sporting fixtures and has already established sponsorship partnerships with Abertay Football Club, Abertay Basketball Club and Dundee University Women's Rugby.
A £300,000 transformation
The new pub is part of the wider Malones Irish pub group, which also operates venues in Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Leith and Glasgow.
Simon Keane, Director of Malones, said the team was delighted with the finished venue and the response to its opening.
"We're absolutely delighted with how Malones Dundee has turned out. A huge amount of work has gone into transforming the venue, and we couldn't be happier with the finished result," he said.
"The turnout for our opening night was fantastic, and it was brilliant to see so many people coming through the doors to celebrate with us. We're looking forward to building on that and making Malones a firm favourite in the city."
What's coming up at Malones Dundee?
The pub's entertainment programme is already getting underway, with its first weekly quiz scheduled for Monday 16 November at 7pm.
The opening quiz will feature Heverlee beer sampling, including an alcohol-free option, with merchandise prizes available during the first three months.
With its newly transformed interior, live entertainment, historic Dundee touches and opportunities for local performers, Malones is hoping to establish itself as a popular meeting place for residents and visitors.
Malones Dundee is now officially open on Panmure Street, bringing a new chapter to the former BrewDog premises and another addition to Dundee's growing hospitality scene.
