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    Flanagan's Restaurant

    3.5 (92 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Irish
    Closed 9:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    FLANAGAN'S RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Pesto Pasta with Chicken and Lemon Drop Martini
    Abigail W.

    Great staff and atmosphere. I got a pesto pasta with chicken. Pesto was very good - chicken was pretty dry. My cocktail was strong and tasty. Friendly staff giving me suggestions on where to go out the rest of the night.

    Deep fried mushrooms
    Allison P.

    I went here for lunch with my partner and a couple of friends today. They were busy inside so we sat outside. They make you pay right after you order when you sit outside here, which is understandable so people don't skip out on the bill. I ordered the bacon burger and fried mushrooms, my partner had the Irish stew, and my friends had the margherita pizza and the fish and chips. All the food was good. The fries were cooked well and were fluffy and crispy. The patty in the burger was pretty firm and a bit overcooked for me (they didn't ask for a temperature when I ordered so it was well done) but I put a lot of sauce on to help with that. The fried mushrooms were a bit odd. They didn't have much flavor and tasted a little overcooked. The waitress was nice but we only saw her a couple times, she didn't come to check on us. They were pretty busy so I get it. The outdoor dining area was nice but a bit cold even though the heater was on. Overall this place was alright, the food was mostly good but a bit pricey probably due to its location.

    Beef lasagna...nothing unusual or attractive about the sauce.

    We bumped into Flanagan's on a very busy Dublin Saturday evening. We were met at the entryway by a "host" who flashed a menu and wasn't at all happy that we didn't care to sit in the very warm rear section of an already warm restaurant. In fact, this guy didn't appear happy about anything as we watched him seating tables of diners without a smile. Between guests, Flanagan's own "Zero Personality Greeter" spent more time on his cell phone than smiling to be sure. Thankfully, our server was much more personable than her co-worker. She greeted us quickly in the comfortable setting and guided us to her favorites on the menu. I opted for the Lasagna (see photo) which arrived in good time and very hot. The chips, which I thought was an unusual accompaniment, did nothing to improve the bland entree. By the way, our server somehow adopted the host's style...she never returned to check on the food, drink levels or anything else. Too bad. She had been a bright spot. There are too many nearby restaurant options offering greater friendliness, service and food quality at fair prices. We'll be trying those places before returning to Flanagan's and recommend you do the same.

    Ginger S.

    "Where's the flair?! I came for Tom Cruise, I got stew." Arrived at Flanagan's in Dublin fully expecting Cocktail vibes -- neon lights, bottles flying through the air, and a spontaneous dance-off on the bar. Instead, I walked into what can only be described as an Irish auntie's living room with menus. I asked the waiter if they do any flair bartending. He blinked twice and handed me a pint of Guinness with the speed and enthusiasm of a medieval monk. No flips. No tricks. Not even a wink. I tried shouting "Show me the money!" at the bar for good measure. Turns out that's the wrong movie and the wrong country. Only flair I witnessed was the swirl in my mashed potatoes. Came looking for Tom Cruise, left with a shepherd's pie and a deep sense of cinematic betrayal. Showed up expecting Cocktail... stayed just long enough to realize Tom Cruise doesn't work Wednesdays. Can't speak for the shepherd's pie, I was too heartbroken to eat

    Vikki B.

    Excellent food. Had the traditional Irish fare. Service was very professional and our drinks were good. Other patrons were a lot of fun and we had a good time. Its location is easy to find.

    Half chicken bathed in an extravagant gravy...

    Right smack in the middle of O'Connell street with Large portions, decent price, great staff, and a great atmosphere!

    Christina S.

    Good restaurant, good service. It wasn't crowded when we got in there and the service was quite friendly along with the atmosphere. I thought their portions were pretty generous and not too bad with prices. We were starving and we saw this place as it looked quite local and we were pretty happy with it. Adventure on my friends!

    Chicken
    Lori M.

    This restaurant is located in a great part of Dublin with plenty of pubs and shopping nearby. Our food was delicious and hot when it arrived. I ordered the bacon and cabbage, which was a huge portion that I couldn't finish but it was cooked perfectly. Our son had the bangers and mash which promptly disappeared​. My son and husband both had the whiskey sour and proclaimed it to be one of the best they had in Ireland. The ambiance is very nice with rich brown woods and a lively crowd of patrons. There is outdoor seating when the weather is nice. The only reason for the 4 stars​ instead of 5 was service. Our server was very curt and hard to get to come back to our table. However, food was great so maybe we will give them a chance to rectify again.

    Gin and tonic
    Jessica P.

    Popped in for a late dinner - this restaurant is north of the river liffey, in a busy but not TOO intensely touristy part of town. Got a gin and tonic, which was decent, and bangers and mash bc 1) I'm in Ireland HOW CAN YOU NOT?? and 2) I was ravenously hungry. It really hit the spot, although the sausages were a little crispier than I think the chef intended. Regardless, a solid dinner, and I was full by the end.

    Starter caeser salad (without chicken)
    Kayla W.

    Great atmosphere & quickly seated! Food and drinks came out relatively quick. We loved everything we got and all drinks were delicious & strong. Unfortunately they were out of mussels, which we wanted as a starter. We split a Caesar salad instead and it was good! Had chunks of bacon in it. Lamb shank was the best we have had since being Ireland! The gravy with it is great, as were the mash. The soup of the day was a vegetable soup, which had more of a pea taste than expected. My friend who ordered it doesn't typically like pea soup but she still enjoyed this soup surprisingly. The shrimp scampi had good breading, but a lot of it. It was crispy, and sort of bland without being bad. Being from the United States I expected the shrimp to be on pasta, but it came on a bed of arugula. It came with fries (chips?). My mom said she would definitely order this again. We finished with some sticky toffee pudding. This has become a favorite while in Ireland & Flanagans did not disappoint!! Definitely recommend as your dessert! Our week long trip has ended with us here at Flanagans and I couldn't be happier. Everything was perfect! Service was too notch too. Definitely come here!!!

    Lamb shank, cooked perfectly with fantastic gravy
    Jamieson R.

    They sat me right away, had good recommendations, and food came out as fast as it possibly could. The lamb shank I had fell off the bone, with the best tasting gravy I've ever had (sorry Mom). My wife's lamb stew was also amazing, seasoned to perfection. As a tourist, I appreciated having a section on the menu for traditional Irish foods. I felt very welcome here, and the location is a busy area with lots of shops to wander through before and after. For dessert, I had the apple pie, where my wife had a banoffee slice.

    Lamb shank, carrots, rutabagas, potatoes and onions

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    4 years ago

    Fantastic food and lots of it. Friendly staff helped us make our keto substitutions.

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    7 years ago

    Delicious Irish food, excellent service (thanks Luke) and very comfortable. Very much enjoyed our dinner!

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    Had a brunch here. Ok coffee; bacon's too fat I didnt finish it. Waiters/waitresses seemed not in a very good mood somehow. But okay.

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    The Counter - Party of 14, easily accommodated. Everyone happy. Delicious array or burgers with unlimited combinations. Highly recommended

    The Counter

    3.8(117 reviews)
    0.8 kmSouth Inner City
    €€

    Heaven help me for patronizing an American chain eatery (even a relatively good one) while…read morevacationing abroad, but the reality of travelling with a large group is that sometimes you have to play the middle of the road. With vegetarians and other conservative eaters in our party, we found this place a godsend for a midafternoon pre-Trinity-College-sightseeing meal. Actually, it's pretty good on its own merits. I've eaten at other Counters and I like the setup...but there are too many choices! Patty, bun, cheese, toppings, and sauce. So many options! But if you enjoy culinary creativity and/or control, you will not go wrong here. The sides are good too, except that they were out of fried pickles. Sad face. We enjoyed regular fries, sweet potato fries, and grilled vegetables. Everyone enjoyed their burgers, so the meal was a success. Ironically, The Counter has table service, so it's not quite as quick as you might hope. But their sodas are from a fountain (yay, American style) so you can get refills. Plus, a bonus--their soundtrack of classic rock and respectable 80s and 90s tunes inspired at least four individuals in our multigenerational group to sing at various times. Clearly, they are all about variety.

    You know what? Kudos for having a delicious veggie patty. It was good. The guac cost me an extra…read more€0.50 and it was very so-so. Giant bottle of Staropramen for a good price rounded out the positives attributes of my meal. Hubs' sweet potato fries were the 2nd best I've ever had (after the defunct 501 Club in Minneapolis). Unfortunately the rest of the meal was overrun with immense amounts of oil. My burger bun arrived. It was the color yellow and the consistency of a soggy sponge. That means somebody dipped it in Golden-Flo cooking oil before crisping it back up. Yes, it tastes delightful...the same way deep-fried Twinkies taste delightful. The guilt of eating it manages to cancel out the enjoyment. Also ruined by oil were the onion STRINGS. Confession: I thought they were onion rings. With just an 'R'. I was duped and disappointed when the STRings arrived looking all skinny and limp. Sure, they were promisingly covered in tasty batter...but as soon as I grabbed the first one, the underneath strings crunched the pile, which subsequently disintegrated into an oily pile of fried dough and stringy onion film on the plate. Not cool. The oil-to-food ratio ended up leaving me with hours of tummy feelings the equivalent to a brick buried in a pit thrown into a black hole. Had to take a dinner coma nap on the couch when I got home. Oh and I am from California so I am allowed to say this: For a California-based and California-themed restaurant, it feels nothing like California. This place feels vapid and sterile and I would never call California sterile. Vapid, maybe. Not sterile.

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    Eddie Rocket's - The Stack & Fries

    Eddie Rocket's

    3.5(22 reviews)
    1.2 kmIFSC
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    I'm always tickled by how other countries portray American restaurants. The 50s/60s diner music…read morewas fun. The burger and fries menu seemed legit, but the hot dog options looked a bit suss. The Stack: You really can't go wrong with a bacon cheese burger. Throw one some fried onions and BBQ sauce, to make it even more indulgent. Really loved all the Irish beef in this American-style burger. Fries: Plentiful. Crispy with some nice pasty softness inside.

    We decided to go here for dinner tonight on our first night in Dublin. Little did we realize there…read morewas a concert happening right next door, so there was a bit of a wait. Luckily they have it down to a science and were turning tables so fast the line was moving along steadily. We were given probably 2-3 minutes before a sever came up to take our order. Then since it is a concert night they ask you to pay before the food comes out. (No worries to us.) The service was good and the atmosphere was definitely dinner vibe. My girls got a Bacon Big Boy (hot dog with bacon and cheese) and the other a kids quesadilla meal. My husband got the smokestack burger combo and I opted for the tender basket with bacon and cheese on my fries. We also opted for a few milkshakes to share. I got a vanilla, my daughter got an Oreo and my hubby got a Rocher shake. (I will say the rocher shake was my favorite.) We were not able to eat everything as it was all so filling. My daughter asked if we could come back again tomorrow.

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