Had a beer on the rooftop - super pricey and yes it's on temple bar but still 11.75 euro for a pint…read more- robbery but when in Dublin....didnt try the food.. Keep drinking!

This is a very popular place so expect crowds. You can seat yourself but we had the good fortune…read moreto score one of the enclosed booths which was really fun. There is a bigger room towards the back as well as seating in the area where you walk in and some seating outside. The fish and chips were pretty good and very filling. The food was very hot so was better to wait a bit and take a taste carefully. Service was good and it was a fun experience

Went here with my Brother in Law from the US , who can be quite chossey. He insisted we returned to…read morethe same spot the following night , highly recommend.

Took the entire fam there for a birthday - ages 17-94. Carnivores, vegans, coeliacs, and…read morevegetarians. Everyone reported really great food. Vegan dishes were few in number but excellent. Deserts were amazing. Service was excellent. Will go again.

Located in the residential streets of Booterstown, the Old Punch Bowl is quintessential Dublin pub:…read morecharming, historic, and full of character. The exterior has that classic brick-and-wood look you'd expect, hinting at a cozy, timeless space inside. Once you step in, low ceilings, vintage décor, and warm wood tones create a welcoming, traditional pub atmosphere, as football matches play on TV screens overhead, and the fireplace crackles in the corner. It's lively but not overwhelming, with chatter and music that feel proper for drinks and casual dining. At 8:30pm on a Friday night, our party of ten wanted a traditional Irish pub dinner (our first in the country). The pub was about ¾ full, but with some clever table rearrangement from the flexible waitstaff, we were able to be immediately seated. The menu is classic pub fare (fried appetizers and hearty entrees) - food and drinks aren't cheap by American standards, but given the ambiance, it hits the expected value. I ordered their Beef & Guinness Pie (€23.50), which is a hearty beef stew topped with a flaky piece of puff pastry. The dish comes with fries, though they were more than willing to substitute a salad at no additional cost; the salad tasted fresh, although I think it had a bit too much mayonnaise. The stew itself was warming and perfect for a chilly January night, with huge chunks of lean yet tender beef, simmered vegetables, and a savory broth with a hint of that classic Guinness flavor. I wish the puff pastry on top were flakier and less flat, though it was tasty when dipped in the stew. While it's a steep price for a pub entree, it's an incredibly large portion that I could barely finish, with a generous helping of meat. Another delicious dish was their Beer Battered Cod & Chips (€23.50), consisting of an expertly-fried large piece of cod with a perfectly-crispy exterior, chips, salad, and mushy peas. Their chips are thick-cut with a crunchy skin, yet tender, soft interior, and great when paired with their tangy, mayonnaise-based sauce. This is a lovely spot for generously-portioned pub fare in the charming neighborhood of Booterstown, and I'm more than willing to pay a premium for its fun, laid-back atmosphere, fast and friendly service, and tasty dishes; we'll certainly be returning to attend one (or more) of their various themed nights!

While passing through the Booterstown area of Dublin, we couldn't ignore the big yellow building…read moreand a name like The Old Punch Bowl! We weren't after anything particular on our drive, manly just views and vibes, but we ended up with a few pints, wings and some great local vibes here! We bellied up to the bar, grabbed a few Guinness and placed an order of wings to share. The Guinness was perfection a the wings were solid! Service was friendly and efficient. The bartender was chatty and welcoming! This spot is quintessential Irish pub from entry to exit. The people, the pints, the food and the combination of all three! Overall, such a cool find and great place to visit when in the area!

Claimed they were open, when we showed up the whole place was boarded up and the doors lockedread more

On this glorious Sunday, let me review live rom The Orchard in Stillorgan !…read more This is a great occasion to have dinner with my boyfriend's family and - especially - watch the Kerry vs Dublin gaelic football match. In fairness, I didn't even know it was on ! My boyfriend's mom just dropped a bombshell of a joke : She : Is it the second half of the game? Her husband : Nop it's actually just the beginning of the first half ! 1* For service : The drinks arrived in no time and the food followed shortly after that. Amazing service ! 1* For the quality of the food : We had Fresh Cod Goujons, Spicy Beef Burrito, and Sweet Chilli Chicken wraps. Everyone agreed that their meal was really tasty ! For desert we tried the Chocolate Fudge Cake, the Apple Pie, and icecream. #nomnomtime 1* For the place : This is a family place. People of all age come for a drink or food, watch a match on TV, chill out on a Sunday afternoon. 1* For the seats : All the chairs have a padded seat, so have the benches. Everything is made to make you feel comfortable and want - unconsciously - to stay more ! 1* For the experience : Great people. Great service. Great food. Great seats. Great everything :D Way to go The Orchard ! Let me know if you have any questions or comments and I will get back to you asap. Enjoy Sunday

My wife and I had a lovely time staying at the Air B&B behind the pub and having our dinners just a…read moreshort walk across the courtyard. The food was, in a word, amazing. Pat, Una, and their staff were wonderful. We were fortunate to be there during the euros, so I was able to take in the matches (my wife was less enthusiastic about this part). If you want to experience the Irish Midlands this is the place to go; both my wife and I travel and we try and avoid the touristy areas, preferring instead to spend our time meeting new people, and this trip provided that. Being American, I seldom get to have a good talk about football, but Pat was happy to oblige here. He's also made sure that every time I see Archie Gray take the pitch I will think of Weirs.

Wonderful experience, nicely maintained pub and restaurant, homemade fresh food with surprises and…read morethoughtful touches. Recommend for a great meal and good Craic.

I was with a large group for dinner. Everyone loved their meals. Eight out of nine people in our…read moregroup ordered a fish dish. The fish was fresh, delicious and well-prepared. Warm, friendly service in a classy, cozy restaurant'. Perfect Irish comfort food on a chilly spring evening. Reservations recommended. I will go back!!

I made a reservation online. The restaurant was busy, but I did not wait for my table. I ordered…read morethe pan seared cod, and it was quite delicious. It was light, yet filling, and had a great sauce it was served over. To drink i had the Bees Knees, which had great flavor without being too sweet. On my server's (Lucy?) recommendation I had the cheesecake for dessert. It was absolutely divine! I would come back, and I would recommend this restaurant to anyone who asks. The atmosphere was down to earth, with locals watching a rugby match. It was family friendly and had outdoor patio seating.Per the website, there was a time limit on table occupancy of 90 minutes.

We always visit Searsons on trips to Dublin. Located in the nearby area of Ballsbridge, I'd best…read moredescribe this place as an upscale Irish pub/sportsbar. However, Searsons goes way beyond traditional pub grub. I had a gnocchi dish, with roasted tomatoes, and a little melted cheese, that was delicious. My wife had a roast beef dinner, that was massive. My son had traditional fish 'n chips, so you can go the expected route as well. The pub has their own brews on tap, as well as well known beer and cider brands. I should not forget to mention that the Irish coffee here is perfect. Finally, the service was attentive and very friendly. On a Saturday night, the pub was full and hopping with Men's and Women's Rugby, plus a Premier League game, on the telly. Very fun environment!

Food was gr8. Service was gr8. Great ambience and luckily close to our hotel. Highly recommend.read more

Surprisingly not busy at all on a gorgeous Sunday afternoon. We had our choice of seats out of the…read moreentire bar and extra attentive service. I believe the full brunch menu is offered 12-4 on Sunday. The fish and chips were the second best I've had while traveling abroad. The fish had these bigger pieces of salt on it (yum) and was perfectly fried. The mushy peas were also very good and I loved the hint of mint. The chips were... chips, just okay. The tartar sauce was also very unique, almost a tartar/mustard sauce, and it went well with the fish. The ambiance is very hipster, but I enjoyed the lunch and would visit to try more cocktails.

Just arrived in Dublin and wandering around lost, we went into the Exchequer because it was the…read moreonly place we found in the area with fish and chips. Service was good and the fish and chips were OK; perhaps the fish could have used a little more time I. The fryer as the coating was almost white in color; but, they were cooked and the meal tasted good. Exchequer seems to have many awards; so, perhaps this is the way to fix fish and chips!

We were famished after a long trip and found Foley's Bar near our hotel, went in for an early…read moresupper. Foley's has two floors, the downstairs area offers live music but no real food menu so we headed upstairs. The place was crowded (later learned there was an American football game in town with 30,000 fans from Georgia Tech and Florida State; in future I would avoid visiting Dublin during this time!) Foley's offers typical pub food in a casual sports bar atmosphere. My chicken tenders were nicely spiced and meaty, although the accompanying fries were kind of bland. Fish and chips were good too. Service was slow but that's to be expected on a crowded evening. We were surprised to see the check in $USD (no choice of currency offered) rather than in Euros (the coin of the realm), with a 8.75% "exchange rate markup fee" tacked on to the total. We weren't given a choice of currency as stated on the bill (see picture). I've never seen this done elsewhere, seems like a petty way to make a bit of extra money from unsuspecting tourists. We were tired and the place was crowded so we paid and left without comment. But that unwarranted currency fee didn't leave a good taste in our mouths at all.

We picked this bar based on the reviews and the food options, we knew there would also be a futbol…read moregame on that day, and the decor looked super unique and eclectic. We arrived for lunch a little after opening on a Saturday. The place filled up quickly and was full before we left. This was also our first time having a meal with the Sweet Chili sauce, which we've both had on other foods before but something about the fried food in Ireland made the sauce that much tastier! We order boneless wings and pepperoni pizza. The Red Headed cocktail was amazing - earthy and a tad sweet. The restaurant overall has a snazzy feel, the bathrooms were by far the nicest I had seen this far and the staff was friendly.