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Flanagan's Restaurant

3.5 (95 reviews)
ModerateAmerican, Irish
Open • 9:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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What's the vibe?
Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Regina F.

Last night in Dublin and we wanted to stay close to our hotel- the Riu Gresham. I don't like beef but the smell when we walked in was mouth watering. To start we got cheesy garlic bread and 3 cocktails- I recommend the Bellini. Next we ordered fish & chips and beef & Guinness pie! Absolute Heaven. The wait staff is friendly and attentive. If I weren't leaving in the morning I would eat here again!

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)

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Nice and quiet. Garlic bread was very good. Soup OK. Hamburger too well done. Unfortunately may be required by law. Tap IPA fine

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We went in for a meal & ordered from the lunch menu. The food came out cold & was VERY bland. I would not go back.

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Horrible food, grossest thing we've ever eaten. Stick to the pubs in Dublin you can't go wrong.

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10 years ago

Not impressed the fish and chips was overcooked. Not impressed. Staff members were aloft.

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Chicken sandwich and fries

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The Vintage Kitchen - Cajun/ Homemade Cornbread

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