I don't think I've seen anything so refreshing, the best! You can order anything you want at a reasonable price. And the hospitality is insane, the service very fast, and the taste of the food exceptional. The restaurant is very well-kept in every corner and the decorations on the side do everything.I recommend with pleasure! read more

I stopped in this pub for a pint and some fish and chips. They have offer craft brews, which is appreciated, as it's nice to try something besides the black stuff, though when I asked for something light, they just gave me a Smithwick's Blonde, which was a bit disappointing. The fish and chips is why I came, and they were great. The portion is huge. I was starving and I couldn't finish my portion. The batter is light and crispy and the fries are perfectly done. I love that a small salad was included, as my vegetable intake was somewhat lacking during my trip. Service was friendly enough, and though a huge group had just finished eating, overall, it was not packed with tourists. Darkey Kellys is a great place for some great fish and chips. read more

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Loved our experience here! Great music and pub atmosphere. Very crowded but worth the wait for a seat. Great food. And enjoyed the Rogue beer. Definitely recommend. read more

Great Service,Great Ambiance, have the Green Curry Chicken... fantastic!!! Live music all night!!!!! read more

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Whoa! Had the Fish & Chips. Phenomenal! Looks were impressive and so was the food. Had a Smithwick Irish Ale to welcome myself to Dublin along with my Fish & Chips. Food was tasty and the service was spot- on. read more

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We spent two weeks traveling in Ireland. Darkey Kelly's was a good pub with excellent food. The fish and chips were the best we ate in Ireland. The lamb shank and Guinness stew were also top notch. Staff is attentive and service was on point. read more

We enjoyed our visit to Darkeys in Dublin, we enjoyed our Meals & drinks. We would recommend it to other visitors.

My family and I were traveling from the states and were looking for a traditional Irish pub and found it at Darkey's. A little off the beaten path but they had live music that was interactive and upbeat. The beers were cold and the staff was friendly! read more

The place was very crowded. We found seats at the bar. Service was slow, as they were very busy, it was not a big deal, as we expected service to take awhile. I will say that was the BEST Fish and chips I've ever had! The batter was light and crispy, not too thick and the fish was large and tasty. It all came out piping hot. I definitely recommend read more

We have the fish and chips on our trip. This was among the best. They were very busy so service was a little slow but the live music made up for it. Awesome and authentic. read more

The doorman at our hotel told us to go here for food and traditional Irish music after our tasting at Jameson on Bow St. It was a 5 minute walk which was perfect! This ended up being our favorite restaurant while visiting Dublin. It was so great in fact, we went back the next day! Our first visit ended up being on Valentines Day. My wife and I aren't too fancy and we just wanted to get some good pub grub. My wife got the Guinness beef stew and I got fish and chips. We got a ton food and we couldn't have been happier. The Guinness tasted amazing and they had a truly massive Irish Whiskey menu with most of the pours being very reasonably priced. Our second visit was literally the next day. My wife got the bangers and mash and I stuck with the fish and chips because I'm boring and not very adventurous. Lastly, a story we have been telling everyone. Our server was a young man named Shane. We had him for both of our visits. Here in the US, we are expected to tip 20%...well...this is not the case in Dublin, Ireland. We were told that tipping is not expected, but if you get some great service you can throw a Euro or two in to tip. Well, we loved Shane and he did an amazing job and put up with my shenanigans so we tipped him 10 Euro after our first visit. When we came back the next evening, he told us not to tip him because we tipped way too much the day before. Can you imagine that ever happening here in the US?!? He gave us a hug and told us he hoped we would visit again some day. Cheers to you Shane and thank you Darkey Kelly's for giving us a great couple of evenings! read more

Amazing! We are here on holiday and have been to Darkey Kelly's twice! Fantastic service and the absolute BEST Guinness Pie and we have tried it at several different places! Fun atmosphere and fun and drinks fabulous! We tried the burger and it was wonderful, too! Don't miss out on the best pub in Dublin! read more

This is a really fun spot to experience an Irish pub. this place has great craik (fun/vibe). There were a couple of musicians playing traditional Irish music and the ambience was fun and upbeat. It was very crowded though. We went quite early and were given a small square table with 5 stools for our party. Most or all of the patrons appeared to be tourists. Even though it got very crowded in the midst of our meal, we never felt rushed. I ordered the Irish Guinness beef stew with mash potatoes and it was very good. The sauce was delicious but the beef could have been slightly more tender. Hubby's lamb shank was good too although he said he's had better before. The pasta carbonara was ok. read more

Restaurant was faIrly quiet on a winter's Monday night, but the food was still perfect. read more

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This place is awesome. I walked in and the place was packed. There's a mix of old timer locals (this is their place!), tourists, and a live band was playing. Irish shanties. The old guys knew the words. They served food after 6, unlike some places (Baker Bar). I got the beef stew. Massive portions with good bread. Hearty. The bartenders are working their tails off. Everyone is getting a Guinness. Nice service. They checked on me a few times during my meal. The tourists are annoying but what can you do. This elderly cheap couple from the US would not move over or leave or order anything. Anyway. Loud. Great atmosphere. Btw they have 200 Irish whiskeys, if that's your thing! I paid with credit card, and unlike some places (Boxty House), they don't have an additional line for tip. These guys work so hard and don't expect a tip! Give them a little tip. read more

Returned for lunch, and again found the place worthy to recommend. My wife and split a tuna melt, and found it enough to share and quite good. Service was helpful. Definitely one of the better Irish pubs and restaurants we've visited in Dublin. read more

Busy place - sat upstairs in beer garden. Placed order at bar. Our starter of chicken wings came in a timely manner and were good. Told person who brought them to make sure the rest of the meal was entered (as advised by bar staff when we placed the order). After waiting another 20 minutes after we finished the wings, we asked a server when our main meal would come. They said they'd check. Another 10-15 minutes later, went down to the bar and asked for an update. They said they'd check. Another 20 minutes later, went back to the bar to ask. Said we placed the order an hour ago. Oh. So the main meal wasn't ever submitted to the kitchen. Someone came and apologized. Waited another 15-20 minutes. Food arrived. Fish and chips were very good, the stew above average and lamb was fair. They apologized (several times) and promised us a complimentary dessert. Gave up after another 15 minutes after finishing our meal as dessert never arrived. I think if you're looking for a pint and music, it's okay. If you don't want to wait 2 hours for fish and chips, this is probably not the place for you. Disappointing. read more

Visiting from the US first time to Dublin. Looked here on Yelp and stopped in for dinner on a Tuesday evening. It was packed. We had to sit outside which was fine. Live music was good and food was excellent. We had fish & chips, pan fried salmon, beef stews and seafood chowder and mousse for dessert. All was very good. read more

Hopped over to Darkey Kelley's, just off of Temple Bar, from our nearby hotel for dinner one night. We picked it based on the unique history of the building, as well as its classic Irish pub style decor. We were able to grab a table right away despite it being nearly full. Server was quick to assist us. We ordered the fish and chips and Korean chili wings to share. The fish and chips was incredible. Large portion of fish and very airy batter. The wings were fairly small, but came with a decent number still. The sauce was tasty and abundant. We left before the music started but it appeared to be a good crowd gathering for the evening. read more

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Our family picked this pub on a whim during our first night in Dublin and we LOVED it! They have friendly staff that welcomed us back and remembered we are musicians, so they made sure that we had seats close to the band playing. We went three times! It was such a blast, and the food was really delicious. The staff was more than accommodating and we were sad to go! Sláinte!! read more

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Place is great for dinner, but busy. Music starts around half seven, early for many pubs. Food is great and service amazing. Highly recommend. read more

This Irish pub in downtown Dublin is inviting and fun. We came here our first day in Ireland. The restaurant is rustic and warm. The wait staff are very nice and attentive. Everyone can find a place at this restaurant. There was a bachelor party brewing at the bar with lads singing as we came in. In the corner sits a father and his daughter while across the room a group of retirees enjoy lunch and lively conversation. Everyone coexisted in peace and harmony over pints of Guinness! We had one dish here, the fish and chips. Let me tell you lads, this is the right decision. The fish is fried in a delicately thin batter. The flesh was thick, hot, and flaky. I'm not sure how they managed to prepare such a large piece of fish to be hot and juicy while the outside remained crunchy and not greasy. It's served with tartar sauce and you may as well ask for extra now. Of course we had our fish and chips with a pint of Guinness. It was a nice pairing on a cold rainy day in Dublin. Our bellies were very happy as we ate and drank with the sound of Irish lads singing in the background. read more

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Timing is everything as the saying goes. We wanted to listen to music and have dinner, so learned about Darky Kelly's and booked dinner. We came way early for a 6 pm reservation, around 5:30 and went to the bar. We found a booth for 4 near a stage and ordered drinks. Turns out live music is only in the bar....so we stayed with help of the server. Rainy night in SoHo was played.......highlight!! The fish and chips are great. The seafood chowder is chock full of seafood seafood plus has an order of mussels mixed in. More than a meal. Come here. read more

Order the guiness stew. It was the best we have ever had. We even went back the next night for more.

the drink and the chips were amazing!!! no major complaints about service or price. we were in the back/corner room so we didn't get to experience the live music which was a bummer though read more

Darkey's has to be my favorite pub in Dublin. I've been to many pubs and restaurants in Ireland throughout the years but this place just feels like Ireland and I always come back. This pub is jamming with a mix of American music but they also play traditional Irish songs every other song. I love that. Food and drinks are all reasonably priced. They had a wide range of great ciders and craft beers; and they are consistently pouring the traditional none other than Guinness pints. They also have many different types of whiskeys. Very comfortable atmosphere so you can just sit back and relax. Service is wonderful as well. Food: I really enjoyed their fish and chips and their Guinness stew served with mashed potatoes. I really enjoyed their chips here but just wish their mashed potatoes were warm when it came out with the stew. However the stew really was the star of the dish; it was so good you would think someone's Irish grandmother was in the kitchen stewing it for hours. I also wish the stew had more carrots and potatoes. But regardless of those minor changes based on my personal preference, the food was exceptional, especially for the price. I'm looking forward to trying their burgers here next time. read more

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Ahhhhh. Fell in love with Darkey Kelly's once live music started. If you're in Dublin for a weekend and looking to start off your Saturday night right, this is a must stop. The place does get packed so I suggest showing up around 5:30-6. Live music start at 7. Oh. I forgot about the food. Ordered fish & chips and bangers & mash. Of course, definitely had Guinness on tap. And that kept flowing. Ha. Guinness. With those two types of plates. Oh. My. God. The best combo I've ever had. Throw in live music....ugh. I just died and went to heaven. If I'm ever back in Dublin, I'd relive this all over again. read more

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After a long day of walking through the rain, this was the perfect spot for an Irish meal and atmosphere. It was pretty crowded but we found a spot at the bar to order drinks and dinner.. I'm convinced that every meal on their menu is a 10/10. I had the Irish meat stew and also had the chance to try the bangers and mash and they were packed with flavor. They also have a wide selection of beer on tap as well as many other drink options. The live band was playing authentic Irish music that the whole crowd seemed to enjoy! read more

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Food was amazing! I got the beef & Guinness strew, absolutely delicious. My boyfriend got the shrimp and salmon sandwich, which he also really enjoyed. Not a place to write home about but if you're looking for an easy place to pop in for food, this is the spot. Great food, good prices, good service. Like an Irish pub experience. read more

Darkey Kelly's is a must if you are in Dublin! A little morbid history for you about the place. Darkey Kelly was known in Dublin as a woman that was burned at the stake for witchcraft. She was later found innocent but she indeed had a dark side. They discovered bodies under the floorboards of the brothel she ran in 1761. This suggests that she may have been Ireland's first serial killer!! Fishamble St is where the pub is located and it is one of the oldest streets in Dublin that was the official fish market until the 17th century. With a great good menu and an awesome spirits selection you can't go wrong. You will hear traditional Irish music here but you will also get to hear artists from all over the world. Do yourselves a favor and stop at Darkey Kelly's if you are in Dublin. You will not be disappointed. Sláinte!! read more

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Amazing spot! Live music, cozy, friendly staff, games at most tables, good drinks and yummy food. Great place to come in from the cold. read more

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This pub was attached to our hotel. Came down for the live band. Had a hard time finding a table because it is that popular. Did nit have the food, we had already ate, but the dishes that came by looked great. Great drinks. read more

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This was the best dinner I had while vacationing in Dublin, Kilkenny, and Galway. Darkey Kelly's was right next to my hotel in Dublin, and I couldn't have been more pleased with the beer selection, live music, food, and service. Travel guides will tell you to hit up the Temple Bar. Ignore them. Temple Bar is a tourist trap, and you can hardly fit into the door, let alone expect to get service. Bypass that, and take a short stroll to this pub. The Guinness Stew was to die for. The meat and veggies were melt in your mouth tender, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. The portion size is huge. I will forever crave this dish. It may very well be my favorite meal of all time. The beer/cider list is extensive. No matter your preference, you'll find something that suits your tastes. If you want a feel of authentic pub atmosphere without the overwhelming crowd, this is the place to go. Sit in a quiet corner, listen to the live music, and relax. Best bar in Ireland. Hands down. Oh, and don't wear a jersey walking in. It's a rule. read more

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I wish I could live in Dublin just to go to this bar every night. The waiters are super friendly, funny, and not gonna lie easy on the eyes. They had great beer recommendations that perfectly matched mine and my friend's tastes. The bangers and mash was very savory and flavorful, I usually don't like mashed potatoes but thoroughly enjoyed these. The portion size was great value too, made perfect left overs. The live music they have every night is so enchanting, especially this one Irish solo artist who was playing one night, I wish I could remember his name, he was SO good. The crowd is a good mix of locals and tourists. Definitely a must-see pub in Dublin. read more

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The food is very good, the music and atmosphere are nice and relaxing, the staff is so nice and kind, and the service is quality!

We were recommended to go here by our tour guide - excellent suggestion! The staff was friendly, the food phenomenal, and the live band fantastic! We sat outdoors in the back, met a lot of locals who were friendly and willing to share their recommendations on drinks, food, places to see etc. 10/10 would recommend and we will go back in the future! We highly recommend the chowder read more

Fun pub. Excellent food and live music. My wife had the fish n chips, and I the pasta carbinara. Aliong with an Irish whisky and Guinness, it was well worth the walk. Yes it's a bit of a tourist trap. read more

Love love love Darkey Kellys! Incredible service, great food and love the live music. The history of the pub is what drew me here, but the pub is a place to hang out for hours. Great location! read more

True Irish pub. Amazing Guinness stew. Great live music & atmosphere. Jam-packed be prepared to wait a bit.

Best Irish stew I've had thus far and the salmon was delicious too, with crispy skin and really flavorful roasted vegetables. read more

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