James Joyce!!! what a beautiful place to be during our first day in Dublin. The food was outstanding. Our drinks were spectacular, and the service was impeccable. Thank you! read more

The way it looked inside was not at all what I was expecting seeing it from the outside. It's got impressive elegance in the decor. The bar service wasn't great but they did serve me my second favourite pint of Guinness in Dublin. read more

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There is something about sitting in the present whilst being tied to the past. Such feelings are evoked at the famed Davy Byrnes. You might even be inspired to read some Joyce! Dare I say I was surprised by the flavor profile of the menu? Outstanding. Forget what you may have heard about traditional Irish cuisine. I would put Davy Byrnes fare up against any in Europe. read more

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It was our 41st Anniversary and we picked Davy Byrne's. What a good choice. Dinner was excellent and the service perfect. Phillipe from Brazil was our server and was absolutely great. Restaurant was beautiful with the tile floors and gorgeous ceiling. We had a really great night!!. read more

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While doing a tour of the Irish Rock Hall of fame, my tour guide Bryan suggested, unsolicited, that I give this place a try. The restaurant was gorgeous inside with painted ceilings but, being an absolutely gorgeous day, I chose to eat outside and people watch. I was not disappointed. I ordered the double burger with fries. It was huge! The flavors were magnificent and, after a lengthy stay, i finished it all. Nothing was to be left behind. I topped it off with a pint of Murphys. For those who drink Guinness, try Murphys. It is so smooth. The wait staff was prompt and friendly. read more

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We wandered into this place after a day of sightseeing, and we were not disappointed. I had the beef and Guinness pie, which was rich and filling and topped with a decadent flaky crust. The cocktails were also creative and tasty. They were a little stodgy about us not having reservations even though they weren't full, but they gave us a table anyway. read more

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So happy to have dinner at this venerable, made famous by James Joyce, restaurant. What a night. The European finals began as our dinner concluded and we watched with a super lively restaurant cheering and jeering! I sat beside an original copy of Ulysses!! The fish and chips with hake is the way to go. Lightly batter and traditional the dish is spectacular. The Guinness Stew looks scrumptious and reported as "good". Table buzz is mashed potatoes are the best! Some service slow downs early but smoothed out over dinner. read more

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Steak frites fabulous. Solid service. Guinness perfect. Girlfriend happy. Will be back.

Food was excellent along with the service. We sat at the bar and ate and had wonderful entertainment by a talented young waitress and a gentleman named Bryan. The ambiance is cheerful and friendly read more

Squeezed in here on a Friday night and got seafood chowder. Very delicious and the restaurant was very cozy and stylish read more

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The ambiance was cozy and friendly on a cool spring day in Dublin. The decor is cheery; service was attentive; and the food was fresh and delicious. The open smoked salmon sandwich was healthy and yummy and the tomato soup was hearty and hot. The wine list is decent but a pint of Guinness was the perfect pairing for this lunch in Ireland! Reservations recommended. read more

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This place is nostalgic for me. It holds so much history not just for Dublin, but for my family. It was comforting to see very little has changed regarding decor over the years. It still holds a very classy and trendy vibe. Unfortunately, this time around the service wasn't that great. The place was pretty empty and the server didn't attend to us much at all until it was time for the check. Since we didn't see her, we didn't get a chance to order food. I'm still giving 3 stars because the legacy of this place deserves it despite a one-time poor-service experience. We continue to look forward to future visits. read more

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Dinner on my own in Dublin and had a wonderful meal at this establishment. The cod fritters were really great (so yummy that I wanted to lick the plate) and the blue cheese, pear and walnut salad that accompanied my meal was fabulous. It was nice to be able to sit and enjoy my meal while people watching. read more

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Not touristy - many locals eat here. Old, historical pub referenced in James Joyce works. For a starter, definitely order the half order of Mussels (€10.50) to share for two to three people. Excellent! Served in white wine, cream, and shallots with Guinness brown bread. For mains, we had the Pan-Fried Trout (€28.00) with prawns and citrus crème sauce, avocado and beetroot puree. It comes with a side - we had the Tempura Cauliflower Wings (€5.00) is nice to share, generous portion. And we had the Roast Irish Free-Range Chicken (€19.50), served with peas, smoked bacon, stem broccoli, Pomme Puree, and chicken jus. Live music in the front, with quieter tables in the back room. Monika took good care of us! Reservations available through Open Table. read more

We tried fish and chips with the lamb stew. All of it was wonderful. The fish was very crispy but still tender on the inside. The stew had a fresh, herby broth. The service was also just fine. read more

I give this place a solid 4.5 stars! Busy little place but got us in without a wait. Our server was absolutely amazing and attentive. I had an amazing porn star martini with the passion fruit half. Our food was 10/10. We had the 1/2 mussels for start, steak and frites, and wagyu burger. We were fully stuffed upon leaving and left no crumbs. Only here for the weekend and tempted to return before we leave! The pictures do not do it justice! I feel the price was very fair for everything you get here. read more

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Visiting Dublin on business, we enjoyed traditional Irish meals. Music played was like a 80s hit list and added to our dinner conversation much to our enjoyment!! Our American server was attentive and friendly. read more

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I happened upon this place while meandering around the Grafton St. area- and it was a pleasant experience. I ordered the fish and chips and my wife had the lamb stew. Both were quite good. The service was excellent as well. read more

Davy Byrnes - Fish and chips - Gastropubs Near Me - Dublin, D

I went here based on the reviews. We got the baby guinness shots, which tasted nothing like guinness at all. Got the wagyu beef burger, fish & chips, bread & butter pudding. Nothing stood out here. But I wanted to try the dishes that were recommended to get while in town. Maybe I'm just used to more flavorful dishes. read more

Fish was pretty decent. I've had better but it was still ok. Service was quick and everyone was nice. Super cute inside. read more

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#5 on Trip Advisor and with good reason. We totally enjoyed the food and atmosphere. Restaurant reminds me of a Paris Bistro rather than an Irish Pub -- long bar in front where you could see/hear a lounge singer that was performing and some side tables but we got a quiet table in the back where excellent server Monika took good care of us and wasn't shy about giving her opinion about what to order. I like that rather than the server who says "Everything is Good!" As for the food, the MUSSELS Starter was SO GOOD! 1/2 order plenty to share for two people with rich coconut broth. The cauliflower with tempura batter was also shared by two but we couldn't finish it -- saving room for the lovely piece of trout with a nice sauce that was our main. We may have gotten another main but can't remember -- but I know everything was excellent. Definitely an older crowd -- looks like many "regulars" dine here along with the tourists. read more

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DELICIOUS! Absolutely delicious. This place was recommended to us from a local and we could not have been more pleased. If you are looking for traditional Irish meals - this is your place! We had spent a few days in Ireland prior to coming here so we were sick of pubs already and wanted a nice traditional Irish restaurant - THIS IS IT! I have truly never considered going to the same place twice on a vacation until now. This is the one restaurant I would go to twice on my vacation!!! I got the Beef + Guinness Pie and my boyfriend got the Lamb Stew. Both absolutely to die for. The service was exceptional. I know tipping isn't big in Europe but this is the kind of place where you feel exceptionally well treated and YOU TIP! The prices are great - we walked away spending maybe €60 for two courses and a bottle of red wine. Definitely a must eat! And right off of Grafton Street in the city center. read more

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Really cool place with great traditional Irish dishes right off Grafton Street! Walking in... it's vintage but really well done with two bars & many tables.. beautiful wallpaper and chandeliers. This is where the locals come to eat and actually read the newspaper!? Tried their wagyu burger and it was easily one of the best burgers I've ever had.. and I've had a lot of burgers! Half pound of beef cooked a perfect MR with Dubliner Cheese, tomatoes, pickles & burger sauce. I think it was the freshness of the produce that really made the burger so damn good, not sure. The fish & chips is great and they also are known for their cod croquettes & beef and guinness pie! Basically everything is good. Service was great and the hostess was very nice even walking me outside to direct me to the nearest bank. Joint gets very busy so plan accordingly/ great patio as well!! Must stop for lunch in Dublin/ trust me here. read more

Great service and food. We had a nice meal and excellent service. Not sure if it was the best in Dublin but a very nice experience. Nice ambiance and great location. Stop by the Duke before or after. read more

Classic pub, great place for a drink. Service and food were disappointing. Arrived for 6:00pm reservation, was warmly greeted and sat. Very young waitress took our drink and dinner order. Cocktails were nice. Meals, fish & chips and lamb stew, came to the table quickly. Then we never saw our waitress again! The fish was ok, cold chips. The lamb stew was a big disappointment. Watery consistency a few bits of lamb, potatoes and carrots. Very Bland. Finished eating without being offered another drink, or desert, then waited 30 minutes for our check. Luckily we struck up a conversation with the next table to pass the time. very strange experience! read more

One of my best dinners this year. Friendly Traditional ambiance. Great service interesting bar. Oysters were top notch. Black bread was the best. Outstanding beef pie hit the spot. Too much so no room for dessert . Highly recommend read more

Great service, great food... we had the fish and chips along with steak frites.. both were fantastic... We ended up goi g back the next day

Excellent quality food options, quick service, nice atmosphere, outdoor dining option! . Came recommended to us by a Dubliner!

Typical Irish pub. Food is typical Irish as well. Beef pie was pretty good. Could use more pepper and other spices; but that's the Irish way. read more

My husband and I went here the day we arrived. Mary ( the hostess) was so kind and tentative. We didn't have a reservation yet she found a place for us to sit. Every few minutes she kept checking on us, to make sure we were okay. Very sweet. Jody (our server) equally sweet and tentative. They both made our visit so memorable and enjoyable. The Irish stew was amazing. Truly recommend this place, but definitely make reservations. read more

It's been a challenge finding good food in Dublin but this spot hit the mark. Our family of five with three teens loved it. To start the service was friendly and helpful. After a mix up with our reservation made by our hotel the staff worked to find us a good table. Three of us were sold in the Guinness and Beef Pie which we all agreed was one of the best dishes we"be had after spending a month in Europe. Our two boys had the fish and chips and chicken which they loved. The adults enjoyed some good wine and Guinness. When asked about which whiskeys they carried, we were asked to come up to the bar which highlights their selection. I chose the Red Spot which was smooth and crisp to cap off a great evening. Kudos to the great service and food at a historic little gem. read more

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Cozy, crowded restaurant. I popped in during heavy rains at the recommendation of our Hotel Concierge. We were not disappointed. Cocktails, entrees, and dessert were all decadent. It was reasonably priced. read more

Especially wonderful bistro and bar with tributes to long ago customer James Joyce including a first edition on display. Loved the cod croquettes and the Guinness bread, too. Tommy and Jonas took wonderful care of us and we went back for lunch 2 days later. Highly, highly recommended!! read more

Great food, great service. We arrived hungry and left satisfied. The grass fed rib eye was amazing as was the beef and Guinness stew. The atmosphere was classy and cozy and we were delighted with Monica and the rest of the staff. Highly recommended. read more

Davy Brynes is really a must for Joyce fans. Even if you hate cheese sandwiches. Even if you don't want a glass of burgundy. Because it's not about the food, it's about the experience. That being said, the other food we ordered (besides the copycat meal of Leopold Bloom) wasn't bad but it wasn't great either. The only thing I really liked were our pints of Guinness and the cozy atmosphere. The proximity to Grafton St. and Trinity College is also a plus. So is this a nice pub to chill out in after walking around Dublin the whole day? Yes, very much so. Would I come here specifically to eat dinner on an average Tuesday? No. read more

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Absolutely delicious! The best Fish and mash I have tried since visiting Ireland. The fish and batter were light and flaky. Not oily in the slightest. Highly recommend. read more

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This was a cute little place. I had the Goat Cheese Tart with a side salad and my husband had the steak hamburger with a Smithwicks. He said his was okay but mine I would definitely get again. Service was okay. read more

Davy Byrnes - Goat Cheese Tart with side salad - Gastropubs Near Me - Dublin, D

It is so nice to sit outside Davy Byrnes on a sunny Dublin day. Grab a pint or a coffee and watch the world go by. It's tucked away from the madness of Grafton St but close enough that you still get some very interesting people watching opportunities. This is a tourist puller so prices are inflated accordingly, but Davy Byrnes doesn't have an overly touristy feel to it so is good for locals as well. One of those places you can sit at for hours, discussing your plans to change the world... read more

Davy Byrnes - Gastropubs Near Me - Dublin, D

For those who don't know the history of Davy Byrne's it was one of James Joyce's locals and immortalised forever in Ulysses. As a result expect the place to be full of tourists and Joyce enthusiasts. This means its generally always busy with a nice buzz. Tourists and Literature anoraks aside its not a bad place for a quiet pint and beats the Bailey if your just not in the mood for posing . Great for the start of the night before heading on somewhere else. As it can be a be formal. As well as the pints they do food, a lot of seafood and €10 Panini's, dunno what old James would have made of this. As the man himself said; 'Nice quiet bar. Nice piece of wood in that counter. Nicely planed. Like the way it curves.' read more

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Great area. Great outdoor seating area for people watching. The service was good and the drinks were good. We didn't eat here so this review is for drinks and atmosphere only! Two thumbs up! read more

Davy Byrnes - Gastropubs Near Me - Dublin, D