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    Brannigans

    4.6 (87 reviews)
    InexpensivePubs, Irish

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    BRANNIGANS ATMOSPHERE

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    Quiet
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Fish and chips
    Maggie H.

    Had a lovely little experience at Brannigans one of our first nights in Dublin. The best fish and chips we've had yet! The haddock was very fresh and the portion sizes were huge. Staff was very friendly and quick.

    Cobb Salad
    Adrian R.

    Went here for dinner while visiting Dublin, Ireland. My wife and I were seated promptly upon arrival. It was very busy and lively tonight. Music and lots of people. My wife had a Pornstar Martini and I had a whiskey neat. She enjoyed her martini as well I with my pour. We ordered a burger and a Cobb salad. The Cobb had egg, cheese, grilled chicken , with tomato vinaigrette. We finished with a slice of Baileys Cheesecake and my wife had a glass of Baileys! Overall this is a very lively pub with great food .

    Menu Back
    Miranda L.

    Ventured to Brannigans as a first stop after landing in Dublin. The pub's name hit home so we knew we had to visit! The bar had a wooded aesthetic with classic architecture, a full bar, and a decent amount of seating. It was a tad off the regular beaten path so it seemed less crowded. Service was a tad slow but the server was extremely nice. When we arrived, there weren't too many people but it was beginning to fill up close to when we left for a big rugby game. Our group ordered a variety of mix drinks and guinness. Oddly, the spirit will come separate from the mixer and one will be charged for both separately. For entrees, we got the fish and chips, beef burger, and children's chicken tender meal. The food was alright and we didn't love the "chunky chips". Overall, Brannigans was a fun time and food was a good sized portion. I would recommend this pub to others coming to the area!

    Seafood pie and lamb stew
    Sam E.

    I would like to think that this was the quintessential pub experience. You walk in and really all you hear is the slight drone of people talking amongst themselves. Packed with decorations and alcohol to choose from with a classically woodsy interior. We ended up ordering a seafood pie and a lamb stew. And although I suspect they forgot our order at one point, we were delivered our food piping hot! The seafood pie had a light and buttery mash on top, a little crisp on top too. The sauce was velvety and had chunks of seafood in it. The carrots served along side it, super sweet. Would convert any child into a staunch veggie lover. The lamb stew had a nice broth, with tender pieces of lamb strewn about. Overall, a satisfying meal to fulfill any pub visiting desires!

    Rockshore cider
    Jennifer S.

    Food was very tasty. The drinks were served cold and quick and the atmosphere was anticipatory as there was a big football match on TV. The smoked salmon was delish and I really liked the seafood chowder. My kids had the roast beef and they said the sauce was amazing. Husband had the seafood pie and liked it as well. Staff was friendly and quick to respond when we had a question or needed something. Some outdoor seating is available and there's even a second level with an additional bar.

    Rebecca G.

    service and food was great! I came here after a day of walking in the cold and rain. I asked for potato soup and a sandwich. Both were delicious!!

    Fish n chips
    Carole B.

    Typical Dublin bar in the best way. Really nice slice of life that feels like a calm and cozy spot to escape the O'Connell Street throngs. The fish n chips were delicious and the portions plentiful. The Irish stew was meat on your bones hearty - rich and flavorful. Pints were a good deal and the crowd was friendly and lively. Will keep this place in rotation for my comfort food go-tos I'm Dublin.

    Hamburger with thick cut fries
    Chris M.

    Purposely sought out this pub based on previous yelp reviews and was not disappointed. The pub has a great historic atmosphere with comfortable seating and a local vibe. The Fish & Chips were delicious...crispy beer-battered fish with a yummy lemon sauce. The fries were thick and tasty. The hamburger was perfectly done. We ordered cheese and bacon and it was very, very good. We enjoyed the great food and fun atmosphere. The service was not in-your-face but attentive at the same time. Service was performed by one of the barmen who were friendly and polite. Food tool less than 15 minutes to appear from the time we ordered it. Highly recommend!!

    There it is
    Skip B.

    OK, first day in Dublin, and I was looking for an Irish pub and some fish and chips. This place was right near my hotel, about three blocks away, and came highly recommended by the people on yelp and by the concierge at my hotel. It was just what the doctor ordered. Friendly people and great food. The fish and chips were fantastic. The lemon caper aïoli that they serve as a dipping sauce was fantastic. My calorie counting brain said I should have skipped the aïoli and just used ketchup. But my stomach said "Gimme that fattening but super tasty aïoli." My stomach won the argument. The chips were crispy on the outside, but soft and tender on the inside. Very good. The fried fish was fantastic. I'm going to have to come back here again and try the Guinness beef casserole ... and the Irish stew... and a hamburger. Heck maybe I can just get a cot in the back of this restaurant, ditch my hotel room and eat here every day. I wouldn't be unhappy about that LOL You can tell that this is a very popular place with the locals because I was about the only tourist . And I can see why. It's a friendly place with great food and a stockpile of draft Irish beer and Irish whiskey's.. I can highly recommend this place

    Peppercorn chicken with root vegetables and mashed potatoes
    Liddie A.

    Delicious spot! This was perfectly cozy with fast service and good prices. We came here on the later side on Saturday night, were seated right away, and had wonderful service and food! We got the beef and guinness casserole and peppercorn chicken, both of which tasted amazing. This area is a lot calmer than a lot of the pubs you will find in Temple Bar and has great genuine vibes.

    Chicken Cesar wrap
    Emily C.

    We came here on a whim while walking around hungry and it ended up being my favorite meal in Dublin. Brannigans has a great pub environment, with a nice seated area upstairs. I got a chicken Cesar wrap and my partner got the fried shrimp and chips; both caught us by surprise with how tasty they were. Portion sizes were large, prices affordable (only €7.95 for the wrap), and our server was prompt and friendly.

    Beef and Guinness Casserole

    Stopped here randomly because it was near our hotel. So glad we found it! This place has THE BEST "Sheppard's Pie" (Beef and Guinness Casserole) that we've had in Ireland after 2 weeks of traveling here. Seriously. We previously had something similar (and it was good but not as good as this) in another pub in Dublin when we first arrived and spent the next 2 weeks looking for something like Sheppard's Pie everywhere we went (Dublin to Dingle to Galway to Dublin and all sorts of places in between). It's surprisingly difficult to find and not that available here. Or, they call it something else.. like a stew, and it may not have the potatoes with it or it has fewer vegetables. Anyway. The Beef & Guinness Casserole is FANTASTIC. Tender flavorful high quality beef (not fatty at all!), carrots, celery, leeks, onion in a thick hearty gravy with mashed potatoes on top and perfectly seasoned. The flavor was amazing!!!!! (I'm a foodie). The service was also very quick and super friendly and the food came out fresh and hot. Such a find!!!

    Apple crumble with decaf coffee (Americano:-))

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    8 months ago

    Amazing service, pub and food. Will go every time I travel into Dublin. Was the first place we went and it was fantastic.

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    7 months ago

    Great food and good drinks. Defiantly a good place to go. Highly enjoyed the squid and burger.

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    6 months ago

    We had the Nee Yorker, and as New Yorkers, it was delicious. The service and ambiance was perfect.

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    7 months ago

    We loved the food & vibe in this place. The service was excellent even on a busy Friday night. Highly recommend.

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    2 years ago

    Great beer stew. Great pub atmosphere. Off on a side street. The sandwiches were pretty good, but the stew was highly recommended.

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    2 years ago

    Food is just ok. Not sure why the reviews are so high. I ordered the beef and Guinness stew and it was average at best.

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    2 years ago

    Loved this place so much I don't remember going but it's making me write this to post my other review

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    Great bar and the fish and chips hit the spot. Location was an easy walk from the Holiday Inn and the service was great!

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    Love this place! Our waitress had good recommendations for food and Irish whiskey. Relaxed atmosphere and good food and drinks.

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    John Kavanagh The Gravediggers

    John Kavanagh The Gravediggers

    (83 reviews)

    Glasnevin

    I can't believe that it has taken me so long to write about this one, but this place is truly the…read morequintessential neighborhood pub. The atmosphere is rich with local charm and friendly conversation, and the moment stroll into Gravediggers, you're immediately aware that you are in a real pub, not some Temple Bar tourist trap. My bartender was friendly and poured one of the best pints of Guinness that I have ever had. As soon as I took my first sip, I knew that Gravediggers was home. Yes, it was a bit of hike get to this temple of Guinness goodness, but I would gladly do it again... and will the next time I'm in town.

    We were told that the gravedigger Tavern was a must see so we hopped in an Uber and went a few…read moremiles to the John kavanagh Gravedigger tavern. It's next to a huge graveyard and was established in 1833 so the gravediggers could have a place to talk and drink their favorite beverage. There are two sections one is for drinking and the other is for eating. The folks there were super friendly as we first had a pint of delicious beer then we wandered to the food side. The service was excellent as I had the potato soup which was delicious and cheap. My wife and daughter split the Irish rolls and they fell in love with them. It was a great experience and I would definitely highly recommend anyone in Dublin to visit this place. This place is for anyone looking to have a pint of reasonable priced beer and delicious reasonably priced food plus the allure of the graveyard and all of its many different gravestones.

    The Stag's Head - Bacon & Cabbage

    The Stag's Head

    (313 reviews)

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    South Inner City

    My 1st to go bar upon landing in Dublin. Got to say, it's the best Dublin's preserved Victorian…read morepub. The authentic Victorian setting, the Victorian mahogany fittings, the mosaic marble tiled floors and granite tabletops, the mahogany bar, capped with red Connemara marble, follows the classic Victorian architectural pattern. The staff are helpful, friendly and patient since their accent is hard to understand sometime. My 1st beer and 1st Irish food, all I can say is what a meal, just simple delish. Being here is just a wondrous experience, the place is cosy, warm and the friendly of the people. So glad I picked this place as my first of Dublin.

    If you want to experience a true Victorian pub in Dublin, The Stag's Head is a beautiful place to…read morestart. Tucked down Dame Court just off Dame Street, The Stag's Head is one of those rare pubs that feels genuinely historic rather than designed to look old. The building dates to the late 1800s, and the interior retains the ornate features of a classic Victorian "gin palace"--rich carved wood, stained glass, brass rails, and a warm, glowing bar that feels wonderfully preserved. We stopped in around 4:30 pm, which turned out to be a perfect time to visit. There were other patrons enjoying drinks and food, but the atmosphere was calm and relaxed rather than loud or rowdy. It felt like the kind of place where locals drop in for a quiet pint on their way home from work before the evening crowd arrives. The staff were excellent--friendly, welcoming, and attentive without being intrusive. The food was very good (we failed to take photos because we were too busy enjoying it). As a vegetarian, I was thrilled to see the Impossible burger front and center on their menu; it was deliciously prepared with guacamole on a brioche bun, and not an afterthought on the menu. My companions both chose the Irish Beef Burger, and said it was excellent. One thing to know: this is a traditional Victorian pub, so cocktails aren't really part of the program. Expect beer, wine, or spirits rather than mixed drinks. In a place like this, that actually feels exactly right. Other pubs do serve mixed drinks. Between the history, the ambience, the quality of the food, and the wonderful staff, The Stag's Head is the kind of place that makes you feel like you've experienced a real piece of Dublin.

    The Back Page - Packed house during Storm Emma!

    The Back Page

    (29 reviews)

    Broadstone

    Good pizza and a reasonable poor of Guinness but an incredibly rude waitress. They were running a…read morespecial for Americans on Thanksgiving. We stopped in with our family for the free pizza fully intending on purchasing lots of other food and drinks. Mind you this deal was advertised in loads of Dublin websites the waitress couldn't believe we asked about the deal, she was annoyed when we asked for napkins or water, and she snapped at us when we inquired about the bill. It's too bad because the vibes were cool in this place so we had intended to stay the afternoon making further purchases. But we left because she was so snippy and rude.

    Let me set the scene…read more Dublin, Ireland. Our first stop across the Atlantic. We arrive to Storm Emma, Dublin's worst snowstorm in 35 years. Great timing, right? This resulted in us being cooped for a day in a half in our Airbnb, since most of Dublin shut down. Businesses of all kinds were closed. The cabin fever had set in. My girlfriend and I were itching to explore the pub scene or any scene for that matter! We decided to layer up and go for a walk...in 32 degree weather and a foot of snow. Hey we're Floridians, we were up for some change! Lo and behold, we look up at the pub around the corner from our Airbnb, and the doors are open. We see Dubliners out front smoking cigarettes, joshing around, happy to be out in the world. We nearly sprinted into The Back Page, which is a fantastic name for a pub by the way. The atmosphere was warm and inviting. Customers were relaxed, the bartenders were chipper, and there was lots of wiggle room to sit or stand throughout the two story venue. Local beers and local whiskies filled the menu, and the prices were very reasonable. Attached to the bar is a pizza joint, I assume they are under the same ownership. We ordered the Sonia O'Sullivan pie and Bruschetta and both were excellent. Having Italy on the horizon in just a matter of days, we were not expecting 5 star pizza in Dublin. To our surprise, the texture and overall flavor of the pie were absolutely phenomenal. Full of life, cheerfulness, and exuberance at The Back Page. Recommend to anyone!

    Joxer Dalys

    Joxer Dalys

    (3 reviews)

    Inns Quay

    Solid old man bar. All locals. No tourists besides me. If you want to chill with dudes in 80s,…read morelegit as hell.

    ahh Joxer Dalys where to begin... ok before I start, please…read morebeware, this bar is NOT going to be everyones taste, but if you want a REAL Irish bar then this is your man!!!!! Joxers is just one of those places you'll either love or hate... This place reminds a bit of Luke Kelly, its a bit rough around the edges, a bit rebellious, not some where you'd bring your granny to see, but sums up what Dublin is and it is truly one of a kind!! (although it is owned by a Kerry-man as can be seen by the exterior!) First off i have to mention this is a proper inner-city 'does what it says on the tin' Dublin pub, that gives modern Ireland the finger!!! You wont find the celtic tiger roaring in here, to be honest its a bit of a dive bar, nor will you be expected to pay 5 or 6euro a pint. The regulars are mainly local aul-lads (from the nearby flats) that live for their few pint, they are salt of the earth people and characters to say the least, and dont be alarmed if you find a few having a sneaky fag down the back, its a bit of given in this place!! if you planning on visiting joxers, it is well worth going on a sunday afternoon as there is a fantastic traditional group playing from 12pm, a raging open fire, and porter flying like theres no tomorrow... **in my eyes this pub gets 5 stars everytime, (good guinness, pool table, large screen for matches, big open fire, bita atmosphere, decent music, smoking ban???) but it is not a going to be for everyone and for those i will say stick to Temple Bar...

    Murrays Bar - Beautiful ceiling in this old pub.

    Murrays Bar

    (173 reviews)

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    Rotunda

    We had dinner at Murrays Bar twice during our 2 short stays in Dublin. This place was definitely…read moreone of our favorites. And it was located only a few blocks from our first hotel. We were seated up front (on the right side) both times and enjoyed the relative solitude within a very popular restaurant, bar, and music venue. Music was playing in the other room, but piped in for easy listening. I enjoyed the first night's group (The Auld Brigade), that I purchased one of their CDs as we left. Music on the 2nd Night was not as interesting. I counted at least 3 bars, all smartly stacked with beer handles and bottles of hard liquor. Yet, outside of pints, glasses of wine, and lots of whiskey, Murrays Bar had a hard time with some as simple as Gayle's favorite: Bombay Sapphire Martini Up with Olives. We asked about it a couple of ways and the waiter was certainly game to get her what she wanted, but alas that was not to be per the message from the Bar. So over our 2 dinners, our collective choices (4 of us) were pints of Murphy's Stout, an O'Hara's Pale Ale, a Hop House Beer, Gayle's Chardonnay, and a Whiskey Sour. In the food department, Murray's Fish and Chips might be one of the best we've enjoyed during our trip to Ireland. All 4 of us ordered that on our second visit, while only half of us did son on the first night. I guess I'm the only smashed peas fan, but that's a minor point. Burgers filled out the Menu on our first visit, which were pretty darn good too. Table service was great both nights, with special kudos to the guy trying to with Gayle's failed Martini order. I'm not sure why there was "muscle" at the front door both nights, but I guess the four of us looked harmless.

    Had a nice time at Murray's it's close to our hotel and the food is really great. They have plenty…read moreof tvs and they are great for groups and couples. The service staff were attentive and it's a spot we will come back to.

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