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    Celt Pub

    4.4 (140 reviews)
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    Open 9:30 am - 12:30 AM (Next day)

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    Loud
    Live music
    Casual
    Outdoor seating

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    Wrights of Marino Smoked Salmon (€12.95)
    Kristen H.

    The Celt is the quintessential Irish pub experience: from its traditional exterior of timber accents and welcoming forest-green signage to the cozy, old-world interior filled with wood paneling, colorful flags, snug seating, and vintage Irish décor. As soon as you walk in, you'll feel the warmth and community energy of a Dublin pub: chatter, laughter, and the comforting clink of glasses create an inviting atmosphere that's lively but never overwhelming. My party of four made a reservation for a Monday night at 7pm, and I'm glad we did - the restaurant was almost full, and by around 8:30pm, it was absolutely packed! We were immediately led to our reserved table, which you can book through their website. The menu includes plenty of options for everyone, including fried appetizers, salads, traditional Irish fare, and lots of sides. They don't have an actual drink menu, but our server was more than happy to walk us through what they had on tap; my dad and brother enjoyed a pint of Guinness and a local Irish lager, respectively. In terms of dishes, two members of my party weren't hungry, so they split an order of the Wrights of Marino Smoked Salmon (€12.95) and the Traditional Beef & Guinness Stew (€16.95). The smoked salmon dish was quite a good deal for only €13 - it was a sizable portion of thin slices of lox paired with capers, a tangy horseradish cream, a fresh vegetable salad that wasn't overly dressed (as pub salads often are), and a thick slab of their signature Guinness Brown Bread (more on this later). The Beef & Guinness Stew was a thick, hearty bowl of stewed Irish beef, root vegetables, and a savory broth with a touch of that distinct malty flavor of Guinness. It was delicious on its own, but elevated when paired with the bread (though my brother may have been onto something with using it as a dip for his chips). Another member of my party ordered their Traditional Fish & Chips (€19.95), which was a large piece of battered cod served with a heaping pile of thick-cut chips (fries), a mixed leaf salad, pea puree, and a creamy tartar sauce. The fish was beautifully flaky and moist in the interior, with the crispy batter on the outside lending a lovely crunch without being overly oily. The chips were truly the best we've had in Ireland, with a delectable crisp exterior and a creamy, almost mashed-potato-like inside; perfect with the briny richness of the tartar sauce. We weren't huge fans of the pea puree (we've had better at other pubs), which was a bit bland, though it was a good palate cleanser for the dish. I chose the Traditional Irish Lamb Stew (€18.95), which was another large bowl of filling stew. This broth was a bit thinner than the Beef & Guinness Stew, and had complex flavors of herbs and the root vegetables. The portion of lamb wasn't huge, but the meat was of good quality: it was tender and not overly gamey, simmered to a pull-apart texture. I also ordered a large portion of their Guinness Brown Bread (€5.50) to share with the rest of the table; while I'd normally balk at paying almost €6 for 3 slices of bread, this is award-winning brown bread; thick slabs of oaty, malty bread with a touch of sweetness, lovely when slathered with creamy Irish butter. I do wish that the bread had been served hot, but that was easily fixed when dipped in the steaming stew. Lastly, we ordered the Apple Tart (€8.50) and Bread & Butter Pudding (€8.50) for dessert; the former was decent, with spiced apples in a flaky pastry, topped with vanilla ice cream and almonds, but the real star was the Bread & Butter Pudding: pillowy soft bread soaked in a rich yet not overly-sweet custard, strewn with cinnamon and raisins. A decadent way to end our meal! We truly enjoyed our time at the Celt - it's the sort of place where locals and visitors mingle easily, whether you're there for hearty pub fare, a pint, or live music. It's fairly priced for its central location and generous portions, and a stellar choice for casual meals, drinks with friends, or an authentic Irish pub night!

    Full breakfast
    Zhicao F.

    Very authentic traditional Irish pub. Had a seafood chowder and a full breakfast after long night of work. Seafood chowder was standard. Breakfast had great crispy bacon, well fried hashbrown and black pudding, and nice sunny side up eggs. But wish thete had been an extra banger and a white pudding. Still, overall taste is quite nice.

    Bangers and mash
    Mel T.

    Came by for a late dinner on a Thursday at around 8:30 with my husband and my 8-month old daughter. The pub is big, with an additional back area. It looked like the front is more for grabbing drinks, and the back is more for dining - with tables, and a more inviting atmosphere. They have live music - not sure if it's every night or what time it starts, so it is pretty loud in there. Luckily, we came prepped with noise-cancelling headphones for the baby, so she was fine. We ordered a few Guinnesses, and the Traditional Beef & Guinness Stew (stewed Irish beef & root vegetables with Guinness brown bread), and the Clonanny Farm Bangers & Mash (served with onion gravy). I'm typically not a fan of stews (this was my husband's order), since the meat is usually tough - but the flavor was good. I liked the sauce with the brown bread. I enjoyed the bangers & mash much more. The sausage was flavorful, as was the onion gravy. If you're looking for a slightly more upscale pub (and live music), then the Celts Pub may be a good fit for you.

    Bangers & Mash Guinness Irish Stew
    Joshua H.

    Amazing food! Amazing experience in general. Such a cool spot. We were redirected from the sweetest bartender next door at electric circus! She was the best. Found us a seat and we devoured the food! So good!

    Bangers and mash
    Sarah M.

    Celt Pub wins best Irish music of our not long enough trip to Dublin. We had two purposes for our visit to this establishment - eat our last Irish meal and listen to our last bit of Irish music, and we succeeded at both. For our meal, I'll admit, we went a bit crazy and over ordered. My cousin and I shared several Irish staples including Fish & Chips, Clonnany Farm Bangers and Mash, Beef & Guinness Stew, and a side of Guinness Brown Bread. And we each ordered Guinness as well. We ate in the large back dining area which was spacious and nicely decorated. It had a nice cozy feel despite being such a large room. After we finished as much as we could of our dinner, we meandered over to the front area where the music was playing. There were two musicians performing together - a duo from a group called The Druids Folk Band. I really enjoyed them and was especially happy to finally hear Steve Earle's Galway Girl sung live. Everyone in the bar area was having a blast - employees included. Short and and sweet - it was the perfect last night out in Dublin.

    Kelsey J.

    What a cool and funky place! My salmon chowder was fantastic! So was the bread! Enough space for us to have a little birthday party and I had a great time!

    Live music
    Erin H.

    Lots of space, so even when it's crowded you feel like you have enough room! Always lively and has good, live music. Pints are cheaper than the temple bar area, and the vibes here are less touristy. One of the best pubs we went to in Dublin! Went back multiple nights the bartenders recognized us and we felt like locals haha

    Tim O.

    Great food. Awesome place with a lot of history. Food was tasty and the Guinness was 10/10'

    When in Dublin...
    Emily B.

    I first walked into the Celt Pub when I was 19 and then again a couple of weeks ago at 27. I know it's only a matter of time until I return again. This is my favorite Irish Pub. Period. With a mix of locals, some tourists (nothing like in Temple Bar), amazing music (usually starting at 9pm), and decent food... you couldn't want for more. Go for the vibe. Just go. Do it. I could sit there all night listening to music and if you tire of the music in one room (are you nuts??) then hop over to one of their other rooms for equally good music. This place just personifies good craic. I wouldn't even care if they didn't serve food. But they do, so grab some fish & chips, a beer, and settle down for a 10/10 night that will doubtless be a highlight of your trip. I sure wish I could spend the evening at the Celt Pub tonight!

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    Chris L.

    Great pub to try on Talbout Street. Full bar and delicious comfort food. The beef stew was wonderful. Offering an inviting atmosphere of a cozy home away from home, this pub is a source of joy for many. With a variety of beer and whiskey selections, live music and a warm, friendly atmosphere, this is a perfect place to gather with friends and family. enjoy a traditional pub meal or a pint of your favorite beer, and the conversations that take place in these pubs are sure to be memorable. Whether you're looking for a place to relax after a long day or just to catch up with old friends.

    Guinness Stew
    Alex D.

    Maybe one of our favorite dining experiences of the trip. The food here was unbelievably good. We had a long layover in Dublin and were looking for some traditional Irish fare and this hit every mark! We did not have a reservation and would recommend one as it was packed even on a week night. Luckily the wait staff was super friendly and was able to get us a table in between reservation slots. The atmosphere was as you would expect at any local pub with fun decor. For an appetizer we shared the Guinness stew just because we could not pass it up and I would absolutely recommend it! It was amazing. For primary entrees we ordered the roast beef and fish and chips and both were exceptional. The fish was humongous and perfectly fried! I seriously think this is a must stop in Dublin.

    Chicken Caesar Salad was very good. Good dressing.
    Ronny T.

    Loved this traditional Irish pub in Dublin, IRE that offers great food, live entertainment, and of course a pint of Guinness. We went here on our last night in Dublin. Forget the Temple Bar scene with the crowds and tourists. The Celt was just perfect for us to enjoy the Irish pub spirit (and a pretty good Beef and Guinness Stew!).

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    9 years ago

    Best thing about the Celt is the ambiance, feels and smells like a local Irish pub. Good (live) music fresh beers.

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    15 years ago

    one of my favorite pub in dublin. good music, friendly staff, perfect guinness!

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    9 years ago

    Don't bother! Had a nice sewage smell and not cheap. Burger was ok with a staled bun. Beef stew was good, had better in the states. Next

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    The Back Page - Packed house during Storm Emma!

    The Back Page

    3.9(29 reviews)
    1.5 kmBroadstone

    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!

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    Joxer Dalys

    Joxer Dalys

    4.7(3 reviews)
    0.9 kmInns 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...

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