Darkey Kellys

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3 years ago

Stopped in here by chance and had a blast. Crowded but a really fun vibe. Great music, great service even though it was super busy. Had several pints of beer as well as fish and chips. Fish and chips were perfect. Nice portion of food but not too much. Definitely recommend. read more

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Brenda K.

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4 years ago

It was a great find for a good Guinness and local Irish food! We ordered Guinness and some local Irish food - Banger and Mash, Guinness stew, chicken wings, tomato soup and cheeseburger! The banger was really tender and tasty! The tomato soup was really fresh, not your typical Campbell tomato soup, it's like fresh crush purée tomato with lots of flavors! I would definitely go back to here if I come back to Dublin! read more

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Adolfo B.

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1 year ago

One of the best pubs we visited during our visit to Ireland. Everything here was spot on; the drink, the food, the staff, the patrons, the ambiance, etc., etc. The bartenders are very knowledgeable on the whiskeys they serve and are helpful in recommending what you should try. They had real Irish music band which engaged with the crowd the night we were there and some people even got up and danced. One of the best fish and chips I tried in town. Prices were fair considering how pricey Dublin can be. The one thing that I did not care for is that opening a tab is not much of an option. You pay as you go and that becomes a multitude of transactions very quickly. Highly recommend visiting. read more

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Charmaine E.

9 months ago

Must try the Irish Stew & Braised Lamb Shank tender & bursting with flavor. The downside was only the portion it is small & on the pricey side. read more

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Gamal K.

1 year ago

Food was excellent for pub type food. I had the Sunday roast meal. Service was average. Ambiance was average. Both quality and quantity of food was great. read more

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Chris L.

Elite 24

3 years ago

Heard about this place from travel YouTubers. Went on a Friday around 6pm. Place was very crowded and we were lucky to get a seat. Atmosphere was loud but fun. Staff was nice but not overly friendly. Ordered the fish and chips as well as bangers and mash. Both were very tasty. The fish portion is huge and could easily be split. The gravy on the sausage was very tasty. I definitely recommend for a fun bite and a bit away from the Temple Bar madness! read more

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Charissa R.

2 years ago

Went on a recommendation and really loved the ambiance of the place. It was very welcoming and gave a classic pub vibe. The service was great and everyone was attentive and got all orders correct. Had the fish and chips and it was okay. I probably won't get it again if I'm ever in Dublin again, mostly because they were on the bland side. However, my friend had the beef stew and it was delicious! I wish I had that. read more

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Maddie M.

9 months ago

Great atmosphere, great food, will go back! Loved the live music and authenticity of the place.

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Dorie M.

2 years ago

We went in for lunch. The Guinness Irish Stew was phenomenal! Any way to get the recipe now that we are back in the States? This place was incredible especially with the history behind it. Beautiful place, great food and beer! You have to check this place out! read more

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Webb P.

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2 years ago

Live music. Guinness! Irish Coffee! All amazing. Service was also spot on. Great experience! read more

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James B.

1 year ago

We traveled to Dublin for a couple of days and had a blast! We wandered into this tiny bar that was packed with people, got a table right away, and interacted with the singers and just had a wonderful time. read more

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Richard K.

1 year ago

My wife and I went in on a Saturday evening about 6pm and place was packed. We waited about 20 minutes to get two bar stools close to music. Service and food was excellent. She had stew and I had fish and chips. She kept stealing some of my fish and chips because they were so good. First band played to about 645 then next one started at 7. Both were very good. read more

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Joseph D.

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1 year ago

Mo was an amazing host. Fantastic spot for great live Irish music. Would highly recommend for dinner and drinks.

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Very nice Pub in Dublin . Temple bar area but not with all the other temple bar pubs . It's across from Christchurch Cathedral. And the Handel's Hotel . It came highly recommended . The 3 stars is more for the food . I found the Guinness Stew to be sweeter than expected . The service was nice . Our main server Sebastian was friendly. There was some music and the place was busy . read more

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Jon W.

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2 years ago

One of my favorite pubs in Dublin! The live music was great, food was awesome, and the crowd was chill. I highly recommend the braised lamb shank. It was amazing. The staff were also great. read more

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Travis R.

10 months ago

Great location, live music and excellent food. The seafood chowder was amazing!! Stop looking and garbs beers and food here.

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Joe D.

10 months ago

Great Seafood Chowder Irish Stew with great traditional Irish Music! Prices are very reasonable.

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Diana M.

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3 years ago

Great pub for a bite to eat! Their beef and Guinness stew was to die for. The ambiance was very cozy. Perfect place to tuck in for a meal and a pint. read more

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Gina V.

Elite 25

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2 years ago

Very nice pub close to Christchurch. We enjoyed our first Guinness in Dublin here and great Irish pub food. Would have liked to come back, but we ran out of time. This pub is a little removed from the big touristy pubs in the Temple Bar area so it was much more laid back and had great service. read more

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Michael P.

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1 year ago

Excellent food , service and a typical Irish pub. Highly recommend this place . We had a party of 19 and all loved what they ordered

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Chimene S.

2 years ago

The food is tasty and they serve large portions. If you're looking for a hearty meal you won't be disappointed. The pub vibe and the live music nightly are great! We looked at a few pubs before staying at this one. Friendly service, good food, loads of drinks- pretty large selection actually, and fun times! If you have older teens they're allowed in as well with their parents. Singing and dancing encouraged! read more

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Rob C.

Elite 24

2 years ago

Went there for the history, stayed for the great service and the atmosphere. Been to many Pubs in the Dublin area that were good. Darkey Kellys is one I could see myself returning to whenever I visit. One of the few places where we were actually greeted at the door. Get there early though. Place filled up very quickly. Excellent selection on tap and fantastic coffees. read more

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Tony C.

3 years ago

Best Fish and Chips in Dublin. Hands Down. HUGE piece of fish. The crust is perfect. The flavor of the fish and chips - outstanding !!! Great pub. Great staff. read more

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Daniella M.

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6 days in Dublin and this was my best meal yet!! The service was friendly and the pub is classic. I really enjoyed my meal here and might come back tomorrow just so i can have it one more time before i leave! I definitely recommend. The seafood chowder was filled with seafood chunks and yummy mussels. My friend got the bangers and mash and ate the whole thing she said it was delicious. read more

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Jordan H.

11 months ago

Great food! Ambiance was great but there's very limited seating. We ended up outside but still great vibes. You could still hear the live music but wasn't too loud where you can't have a great conversation. Had to order at the bar so service was limited. read more

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Matt M.

1 year ago

The atmosphere was quite warm and pleasant. It was exactly what you'd expect to be in a pub. The food was wonderful and large portions. Our server was polite, friendly, and very knowledgeable, he explained to my wife about all the different types of ale. I stuck with the Guinness and it was grand. Definitely worth a visit. read more

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Debra W.

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2 years ago

Stopped by this lovely place after a day of touring Dublin. Everyone loved their food and the service was great. Portions are large so come hungry! read more

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Justina L.

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2 years ago

This is a must try in Dublin! Fun atmosphere. Live music every day of the week. The place gets packed but service is quick! Great whiskey selection! I ordered the bangers and mash and hands down 100/10. I wanted to mail some back to the USA it was so good! read more

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Terry J.

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The food was decent as well as the staff. It was crowded but we got a seat right away and it didn't take too long for the food and drinks to come out to us. Lots to look at inside and great bands. Nothing makes this place stick out more than any other pub we went to, but I didn't have a bad thing to say about it either. Great space and good people. read more

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S M.

2 years ago

If I could give a lower rating I would. AVOID this place it's a tourist trap and they don't care about you. We ordered food and got our appetizer fast but then spent an hour waiting and asking staff where our main courses were. Although a waiter came to apologize and offer free dessert, he told us the owner was sitting nearby. We told the boss that the waiting an hour and watching people come in after us and leave before we even get our food is ridiculous. When we said we won't come back, he said he didn't blame us. As an owner you should be proud in what you do and own but it was clear that since they got our money they don't care. Unfortunately we paid first before the meal which was a mistake. They offered us free dessert and said it would be out soon, so we waiting half an hour. It never came and we decided to leave. It might look nice but I won't be caught dead here. read more

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Lucy R.

1 year ago

Fun vibe with lovely live music. Fish & Chips and the Beef & Guinness Stew were fantastic!

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Randy P.

1 year ago

Guinness beef stew suggested and proved to be was very flavorful! Fish and chips were nothing special aside from fun presentation, served with mashed peas. Service was fine, 3 people helped us. Beware of asking for water and getting a bottle of mineral water. This is a sneaky upsell we did not ask for and fortunately did not have to pay for as we refused it. Bummer to feel that tourists might be purposefully taken advantage of. This was the only restaurant in Ireland that did this. One server brought tap water before the mineral water showed up at the table so it felt odd when this happened. Otherwise normal pub style location. read more

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Jennifer G.

1 year ago

Favorite place we went. Ended up going back a couple times. Service, music, food far superior to surrounding pubs

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Susan L.

1 year ago

Lamb shank - simply amazing. Get it in your mouth now! So tender, falling off the bone and the glaze and root vegetables - just a perfect compliment. read more

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Erin M.

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4 years ago

We were out exploring and happened to be in Temple Bar and this was in a quieter area so we popped in for lunch. It was a cool environment and the food was delightful. Since we were in Ireland I had to have a Guinness and got Bangers and Mash to eat. Staff was attentive, loved to vibe, and the food was legit. read more

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Jim A.

2 years ago

Exceptional Irish pub. Staff is very service oriented and friendly. The Irish coffee is worth trying and the food is good. read more

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Charles H.

1 year ago

A must when you are in Dublin. Historic, friendly, 100's of wiskeys and the food was great.

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Justin S.

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2 years ago

The best pub food we had in Dublin. Great live music as well. A good mix of Irish patrons and tourists. The staff is very friendly. Highly recommend. read more

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Hotel Harding
Copper Alley, Fishamble Street
Dublin 8
Republic of Ireland
Wood Quay
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(01) 679 6500
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http://www.darkeykellys.ie

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Hours

What time does Darkey Kellys open?

Darkey Kellys opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Darkey Kellys close?

Darkey Kellys closes at 2:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 10:00 AM - 2:00 AM (Next day)

Food & Alcohol

Does Darkey Kellys have catering options?

No, Darkey Kellys does not have catering options.

Does Darkey Kellys serve alcohol?

Yes, Darkey Kellys serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Darkey Kellys allow dogs?

Yes, Darkey Kellys allows dogs.

Does Darkey Kellys have TVs?

Yes, Darkey Kellys has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Darkey Kellys have bike parking?

Yes, Darkey Kellys has bike parking.

Does Darkey Kellys have outdoor seating?

Yes, Darkey Kellys has outdoor seating options.

Does Darkey Kellys have parking?

Yes, Darkey Kellys has parking options.

Other Amenities

Does Darkey Kellys allow outdoor smoking?

Yes, Darkey Kellys allows outdoor smoking.

Does Darkey Kellys have free WiFi?

Yes, Darkey Kellys has free WiFi.

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Specialties

We are well know in Dublin for our Traditional Irish Music which we have on 7 nights a week. We also have a great selection of Irish craft beer on tap here as well as over 70 Irish Whiskies to choose from. Our food offering is also very impressive and our chicken wings are among the best in Dublin.

History

Established in 1994.

Darkey Kellys is located on fishamble street - part of the old city of Dublin. The name comes from a woman who ran a brothel on the site here in the 1700s.She was arrested after the bodies of five men where found under the floorboards here and she was the last woman in Ireland to be publicity executed which was carried out in St Stephens Green.

Meet the Business Owner: Nathy T.

Nathy has worked here in Darkey Kellys since 1998. Here in Darkies we are passionate about Irish Whiskey and Beer so we love nothing better than sitting down with our customers and getting to know what they like about our extensive range of drinks on offer.

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“We had fish and chips and by far were the best we've ever had and The Guinness stew was just as incredible.”

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I think this was some of the best fish and chips we had. The beef and Guinness pie was SO good. The…read moregravy was rich and savory. Everyone had a great lunch. It was packed, but the kitchen and front of house were turning tables!

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After finishing work I went to meet a few friends here for after work drinks. It started out very…read moregood the first waitress we had could not do enough for us we even ordered a few wedges and chips these were really good. Me and 1 of my friends decided to order some cocktails so we went to the bar to see what we could get I ordered a mojito and a White Russian for my friend. I should have known it would be a disaster when the female bartender had to as the waitress how to make it needless to say it was not very good. After a while my friend decided to get one more round before we left. Well to say we were shocked is an understatement. When the waitress came over she went to order a drink to which the response was cant you see I'm busy what's wrong with you going to the bar, as she turned and walked away and went back to the bar to chat with another member of staff. The girl that had been looking after us earlier I think had finished which was a shame. Needless to say we didn't stay for another drink. This would put me off going back I could understand if it was busy but service like this is not acceptable

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