Best bar food we had in Dublin Amazing lamb stew and muscles Loved the overall environment and love music can't wait to go back read more

GREAT place to dine in Dublin, Ireland... It was in walking distance from our hotel, The Shellbourne. I actually ate there twice. The first night my brother & I were out late & hungry and discovered this gem, we enjoyed appetizers and drinks. They service was very fast & friendly. We decided to Go back on our last night in Dublin and I had a delicious salad. Great experiences both times! Check this place out! read more

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Delicious delicious delicious food! We had the Shepard's pie, soup, and the bangers and mash! The food was super fresh and piping hot from the oven! I couldn't recommend this place enough for a drink, food, and watching a game! read more

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Really enjoyed the Bangers & Mash here and some great Irish Whiskeys! Great service as well and one of our favorite places we visited. Spacious and not a high touristy kinda place. Very authentic and at home feel. Cheers! read more

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"You know, I think there's a bar upstairs here, too." "Oh yeah? We could check it out. It's getting a bit busy in here" You climb the stairs; at the top is a solitary door with a rounded handle. An eerie feeling suggests that maybe you shouldn't be up here. You hear the noise of the crowd downstairs, reminding you why you made this trek. Maybe, just maybe it will take less than five minutes to get served up here. That memory spurns you into action. You grab the doorknob, turn it and swing the door open. There's nothing inside. It's not that there's nobody here. There's an actual nothingness on the other side of this door. This void seems to go on forever, unbounded by the walls which enclose it. You step inside and the darkness envelops you; your limbs disappearing before your very eyes. Completely disoriented, terror begins to take over and you consider going back -- if you ever can go back. You try and turn to face the direction you came from but as soon as you make that move, you hear a loud snap as you break off from reality. No. Wait. That was the sound of someone turning on the lights. Everyone yells. "Surprise!" It turns out the upstairs is a function room which you can rent out and NOT a doorway into eternal despair. Three stars. read more

Doheny & Nesbitt is a very welcoming Historic Pub. Our Bartender was a very friendly & helpful man. I ordered the Shepard's pie & my daughter order the Fish & Chips. We really enjoyed our food. The portions were very large and our drinks were great. I'm heading back to Dublin again the end of Nov. to visit my daughter and I plan to make another stop at Doheny & Nesbitt. read more

Always packed to the rafters and hot as hell. Some may like it hot but I find it stuffy and claustrophobic. Still, it's an institution for the Guinness quaffing rugby crowd, guess they are doing something right. read more

It's a pub. More than that, it's a Dublin institution. Great atmosphere, great beer and good food. Exactly what you'd expect. I could live here. I think I will. read more

My first for real Irish Pub! Bar staff was wonderful. They for sure kept be laughing. They explained to me the culture, places to go. Let me taste different beers until I found one I wanted. Then helped me settle on the fish and chips for dinner. The fish was very tasty and I so enjoyed my time there. The pub is so very cool. And we enjoyed ourself so much. Can't wait to try my second real love pub. read more

We were looking for a traditional Dublin pub to visit, and thankfully, the Episcopalian priest on the flight in from Heathrow had the perfect suggestion for us. Doheny & Nesbitt was the place for us, he said. We supposed a priest would like a pint as well as the rest of us, so we took a look. Inside it's all dark wood and ambiance, as you'd expect from a pub which has been around for over a century and a half. The Guiness pour was excellent, as you'd expect, and the football match in the back room added to the celebratory feel of the pub. We were getting hungry and ordered some hot sandwiches which were wrapped in some sort of thin, crinkly heat-resistant plastic and put into some sort of appliance (panini press, pixie-dust powered bar-food heater?) which brought them up to serving temperature. The sandwich was good, but my intellectual curiosity about how it got that was was never satisfied. It's got a really distinctive vibe that you wouldn't be able to recreate in a new location. Definitely more of a local's hangout vs. a tourist spot. I hope it stays that way, should I come back. read more

An excellent, spacious (for Dublin!) pub with cozy ambiance, pub signs, grub and grog. Tucked into a snug just off the bar, we enjoyed a lunch of Smithwick's, O'Hara's, and an Irish coffee alongside giant jacket potatoes and side salads with house made dressing. Staff was friendly, atmosphere quintessentially Irish, food and drink grand. Easy to overlook from the outside, this pub had the right combination for our 3 generations of hungry and thirsty tourists. Would easily recommend. read more

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We stopped in to catch the women's World Cup Sweden v. Canada March. Only one tv upstairs but no one else seemed to care about the game, haha. From the US where Guinness isn't shat it is here so my pint was great. Had some chips and enjoyed the game. Very spacious place, one tv, great vibe. read more

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Drinking downstairs was okay, however, lunch upstairs during the work weeks was great fun and delicious. There is a large bar upstairs with tables all around into two rooms if I remember correctly. The place gets packed with every seat taken during workday lunch. It is very lively with a lot of "atmosphere." The fish and chips here were the best I had during my time in Dublin. Yum! read more

We were looking for a restaurant that was not stifling hot inside on a warm July day. We stepped into Doheny's and were welcomed by a delightful crosscurrent of fresh air and a very affable barman. He kindly suggested food and drink, all which exceeded our expectations. Excellent fish and chips, hot potatoes and crisp, flavorful crusted fish. Lamb stew was light and fresh tasting. Apple crumble was outstanding and Irish coffee was just right, made with a touch of sugar for my initiation! We sat in the snug, surrounded by the well preserved historic setting; quite lovely. read more

Dohenys & Nesbitts is in a pinnacle location at the heart of Dublins fair city. Graced by young and old it is easily accessible for a quick bite. The food is beautiful but there is a point which needs to be made. In the words of Jim Royle after completion of the meal in Dohenys all that can be said is "that I could take a shit through the eye of a needle". Many a waddle up Stephens Green have occurred after the fish special. Overall food is sublime but you want a good clear out it is on the agenda also. read more

Really good chicken raps. Just had the chicken tikka rap...so good :-) Great service, one of my favourite pubs. read more

Doheny & Nesbitt attracts members of the legal profession, media types and politicians from nearby Leinster House. It is one of Dublin's finest old pubs with a lovely antique pub front, big heavy mahogany wood bars and soft lighting. There is a lounge upstairs and really pleasant back room drinking place. read more

The birthplace of the late Celtic Tiger and worth seeing just to pay your respects ... ;) Then,move on and lets session through the recesssion! read more

As Irish as it gets. Great traditional bar with super friendly staff. Guiness of course and a great Irish Breakfast to boot!

Very cute pub. Lots of activity and a good atmosphere. We entered on the first floor and asked at the bar if they could accommodate a family within underage age kids. (16,14,12). They took us up 3 or 4 floor to a small mini pub with a bar, tables and fireplace. It was super cute. They were able to take care of our celiac needs and familiar with gluten free and related prep to ensure a safe meal. They suggested the half roasted chicken with mashed potatoes, gravy and vegetables. Our GF kid really enjoyed it. The service was delightful and totally helpful, patient and kind as we navigated our first meal out in Dublin. The food was very good and we would recommend the establishment. read more

What a great pub! The best pour of Guinness in Dublin. Go upstairs for the food then stay downstairs for the fun. Many locals gather and you can hear some good conversation. Say hi to Mark, one of the nicest bar tenders I have met. read more

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Dropped in here for a quick bite on recommendation from a local concierge. Was looking for some good fish and chips and this place didn't disappoint. Traditional Irish fare with an extremely friendly staff. It's a little off the beaten path but worth it if you want something a little less touristy. read more

An old man pub par excellence no less. Perfect pint of Guinness with complimentary nostalgic old folks in the back round mumbling in to their pints recalling the old days... If you're a woman, you will almost certainly be hit on by an old man but RELAX... it's all part of the experience! Serious note, staff are nice, pints are nice - all good read more

2 x 100% Irish Beef Burger = Super! 1 x Steak Sandwich = Bestes Steak ever! 3 x Vegetable Soup = Super! read more

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Doheny & Nesbitt is everything a pub should be. I'd heard of this stalwart via Pete McCarthy's hilarious books even before I made it to Ireland. I love the way the tiny front makes it look like a small place, but when you go inside it's like the tardis! It's a real warren inside with plenty of little nooks and crannies you can squirrel your group of friends into. There are lots of nice little touches like coat hooks and sufficient wall mounted parepharnalia to keep you talking. The place gets heaving when there's sport or an event on, but it's big enough to cope. On Friday evenings it's filled with suits having after work drinks but that's not a problem. In fact, I'd have to say D&N has one of the best, most mixed local crowds of any pub I've been into. I've had more good 'random stranger chats' here than anywhere else. The only thing I don't like are the downstairs toilets - a real pain going downstairs when you're a bit the worse for wear! Left foot. Right foot... And I did have a friend who actually got lost once in here. We found him sitting on a table talking to a hen party. It's that sort of place! read more

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I go here for the 'loveliness' of this place, and of course the drinks. It's a very old irish pub and when they did the extension, they managed to add on, without taking away. When any of my American or English cousins or friends come to ireland, I always take them to Nesbitts. It's real and not a 'top o'the morn to you' type of irish pub! Enjoy your drink (I always do). read more

A great pub that def doesn't scream "tourist trap". We had only one afternoon left in Dublin, and chose to spend it here... the staff is SO friendly! read more

Respectable and socialite bar where you'll see generally journalists and politicians. Can make for an interesting few drinks and a few hours. It's not 4 stars, but it's not 2 stars, it's fairly represented by 3 stars!! Good drinks. Good Barmen. Could do with a bit more space, but then we might have a few more politicians read more

Doheny & Nesbitt is a tremendous spot to catch a rugby match, grab a pint and a bite to eat! Everything from the crowd to the food (Fish & Chips), drink and service was spectacular and made for the perfect location to watch Ireland vs Italy in the Six Nations tourney. Quick Tip: The downstairs bar will be jammed come kick off, so try to find yourself a corner upstairs to park yourself for the duration of the match. read more

Doheny & Nesbitt, what can I say been there a few times. Always had a great nite there. Staff are so friendly, and big into music. They load their own cds into the sound system. Pub is spacious,ontil it gets late, then its everyone for themselves. Watch your drink or it will be swiped. Make sure you drink it fast or keep it in your hand. Alot of white collar people go there, simply cause they are coming straight from work in Baggot Street. There is never any trouble there, guys and gals are friendly and just wanna unwind after a hard day at the office. A little bit posey girls, so try to look your bestest if your looking to score. Mixed age old and young, Watch the OLDER men, they can be a bit sleesey. read more

Great option for a pub in the Stephens Green neighborhood. Helpful friendly staff. Was crowded and noisy, a sign of a good place.

Charming old style pub that's a great choice for starting a night out. It serves an excellent pint of black and has a nice laid back atmosphere. read more

Excellent old-fashioned pub, steeped in tradition and atmosphere. Always lively and filled with an eclectic mix of clientele. Noted in the '1000 world places to visit' book produced a couple of years ago and worth its billing. read more

Loved this place - filled with tourists and locals alike. Stays true to its roots with loads of Irish charm. Both times I went they had super fun live music by a pair of old Irish men. Really nice staff, delicious fish & chips, solid Guinness pour. read more

A very nice bar. There are multiple bars in this place. We were upstairs, and had dinner. Most of us had the fish and chips, which were very good. A very nice pub atmosphere. read more

This is the best pub in the area for lunch. The staff are fast, friendly and very professional. They have a different "special" each day and, at only €10 per person, it is seriously good value for money. The food is excellent and the servings large. If you are in the Merrion Square, Baggot Street, Fitzwilliam area, I would highly recommend lunching here. Get there before 12:45 to avoid the crowds. read more

We visited this pub at a friend's recommendation. That's what friends are for! We originally were just stopping for a pint and ended up staying for wonderful pub food. The bartenders went out of their way to be engaging, even though there was a Rugby match on and they had their hands full. I ate mussels and a dish with both Irish smoked salmon and prawns. My wife had bacon and veggie soup along with Shepherds Pie. Everything was wonderful. A note that we did escape further craziness at the bar by going upstairs to eat. Highly recommend! read more

Victorian snugs and the original woodwork leave you in no doubt that is one of Dublin's founding fathers pubs. The atmosphere is absolutely magical and pub is always full of locals. This pub is very close to the parliament and many journalists and government ministers hung out here in the early days of the Celtic Tiger. Food and drink here is excellent and the pricing reasonable. read more

This pub is tiny but cute. It's your quintessential old man's pub in Dublin. Prices are pretty expensive (pint of Heineken for €5.50, same as a long-neck bottle) but the place is so cosy you could live there. Also their toasties are delicious and much better value than the drinks. Some of the clientele look like they have sat on the same seats for the last 20 years. If you're out and about on Baggot Street, I'd recommend this place over all the others (even O'Donoghue's). Great place to start the night in a cosy atmosphere. Have I said cosy yet?? read more

Friendly place with good music and atmosphere. Food is ok. Seemed to be a good mix of tourists and locals.