The Temple Bar – Playing Cards

The Temple Bar – Playing Cards

The Temple Bar is more than a place to have a pint. It’s a destination, a landmark, and for many visitors, a chapter in their Dublin story. While a deck of playing cards may not be the first thing people associate with the experience, it just might become one of the few things they take home. That responsibility shaped our approach.

Our goal was to design a deck that celebrates the spirit of The Temple Bar, balancing heritage, storytelling, and play. Rather than creating a typical souvenir, we set out to design an object worthy of the name on the box. One that felt collected rather than purchased and kept dearly rather than forgotten in a drawer. Drawing from the rich visual language of the pub, the deck combines engraving illustration, Victorian-inspired ornamentation, and references to The Temple Bar’s iconic facade. Every detail was carefully considered, from the custom Ace of Spades and characterful Joker to the richly decorated tuck box designed to feel like a treasured artifact from Dublin’s most famous corner.

Some souvenirs are reminders. The best ones become part of the story. When someone picks up a deck of cards from The Temple Bar, they’re taking home a small piece of that experience. A pocket-sized reminder of a memorable night, a lively conversation, or an experience they don’t want to forget.