We went in for a drink before a night out. Order two kettle one dirty martinis with blue cheese…read moreolives. Totally fair they did not have blue cheese olives. The bartender himself was very kind in that respect. However, we were charged for kettle one, by the bar back, in all fairness seemed brand new. However, we received Tito's (saw him pour Tito's in front of us) a dirty martini style with plain olives. Service was subpar at the bar. If you were not a resident at the hotel, it seemed it was not respected at the bar how your service was indeed intended. We said to the person who charged our card that we were charged kettle one but poured kettle one, still charge us for the kettle one prices. Honestly, not worth it go to O'Don Hughes in the pub across the street.

We had time for a drink here while waiting for our dinner reservations, and we were so pleased with…read morethe excellent service, beautiful sitting room, and delicious cocktails. The sitting room was cozy with elegant couches and a fireplace. Lovely cheerful colors and gorgeous paintings on the walls. Our server was so friendly and took our drink order promptly. Shortly after ordering, we discovered our table was ready at Patrick Guilbaud. The server was so nice that he went over to ensure they would let us bring in our freshly made cocktails. My amaretto sour was delicious and the bees knees my friend had was so tasty and refreshing. We're so pleased we stopped in, even if it was a brief experience.

Located inside the beautiful Shelbourne hotel, first floor, left hand. Great ambiance and strong…read morecocktails. The service was outstanding!

We spent a week in Ireland and The Shelbourne Hotel was our home base. Early in our stay we went to…read moreNo 27 for drinks and a light dinner of oysters, soup of the day, which was mushroom and prawns. For beverages we got Kettle One martinis. That first visit was awesome! We loved the oysters so much we got a second order. We went back a few times but as the week progressed it got more and more crowded and became impossible to find a seat. We did manage to get one more seating at the bar and had oysters but after that it was get a drink and stand somewhere. We ended up using the residence bar but they didn't serve food so we had limited options at the hotel, which was sort of disappointing. What we had and service was generally good. We had a server at one point that walked past us 12 times when we had completely employ plates and drinks and she didn't stop to check on us at all. When I waited tables I would constantly watch my tables every time I walked past and unfortunately she was not observant so I had to flag her down, which is cringy to me. Anyway, for the most part we had a great experience so would definitely visit again.

This is a requisite stop for me every time I'm in Dublin, only because I'm a die-hard U2 fan and it…read moregives me tremendous pleasure to have a drink sitting very possibly in the very chair that Bono or The Edge had been sitting on a day earlier :D Really cool atmosphere - it's kinda small but very cozy... and not as crowded as you'd expect - I don't think it's a common stop on your average tourist itinerary - thank goodness :) And yes, it is octagonally shaped - what'd you expect??? Guinness of course tastes just like everywhere else in Dublin and totally different from everywhere else in the world including other cities in Ireland!!! I really find this to be quite amazing. And oh yes, I do have beer coasters I have swiped from here - shhhhhh - nothing else, I promise ^_^ Awesome cocktail menu though a bit pricey... a couple of drinks can set you back about €30 or so but they do make an amazing martini. And the bartenders are top-notch - they know their mixology and know how to stay unobtrusive but always just a glance away. Food options seem good here but to be honest, I only stop here for a couple of drinks and to hum U2 songs, much to the amusement of the bartenders here ;) ~ 5 stars - at least 2 of these just because it makes me feel so good - even if it makes me sound like a groupie :D # 236

"I'll have a Sazerac please." "A what?"…read more I'm not a snob and I am definitely still in the learner mixology stage but if you promote yourself as a cocktail spot I expect that you at least have a knowledge of the classics. Nice young bartenders that were eager to learn and excited to be asked how to make an "exotic" cocktail. The layout of the bar needs work. The octagon bar is obviously the focal point but I think it's a bad idea to not have high chairs and tables continue through the bar. At the walls there are couches and it feels like two different concepts in one. Lighting is bad, too bright. Great potential for a great cocktail bar, just revise the interior and maybe the cocktail menu.

Amazing afternoon tea experience at the Lord Mayor's Lounge in the Shelbourne hotel!…read more Made reservations online in advance and enjoyed their 200 year anniversary menu. Their service includes an unlimited choice of teas and coffees which are served with great care, even switching tea cups for each new type of tea to enhance the flavors! Sandwiches are also refillable and the desserts are decadent! Saoirse was great in addition to the entire staff we interacted with! Attire is smart casual.

This is the best high tea - savory tea sandwiches that can be refilled as much as you want, freshly…read morebaked scones with clotted cream, butter and strawberry jam, a generous assortment of desserts, and unlimited coffees and teas from their list of over 30 choices. The teas we tried: Ginger Lemon Myrtle (herbal) Decaf Ceylon Strawberry Cream (herbal) Matcha Latte I loved the Ginger Lemon Myrtle - it was spicy, so no holding back on the ginger here. Our server recommended the Strawberry Cream tea, and it was DELICIOUS. They pour you an herbal tea with a true strawberry flavor, and then you add cream to your cup. This one is definitely worth trying! We saw an adorable little girl at the next table with a hot chocolate with marshmallows and her own miniature-sized 3-tier-plate of assorted goodies that were totally different from the adult assortment. And so cute!! Any little one would gasp if they were served what she was. Service was perfectly gracious the whole way through. Never rushed. Highly recommend! Make sure you make reservations in advance, as there are only two seatings per day.

Hello, I'm traveling in Dublin for a couple of months. checking out places. I tried to go to the…read moreblack door. there was literally no line . the door person said they were done ( which is the term for your not getting in) and then let his scrub friends in. Now I am not the most polished guy but wearing dress shoes, french cuffed shirt and a jacket, I thought I would have made the grade. Apparently not. The only people coming out where a bunch of old dudes (like my self) not models or anything worth the exclusivity. Pretty much don't bother this place is BS. PS the only 5 stars seem to be from young women so probably the only ones getting in and getting a drink.

Shocking incompetence from the bouncers here last Saturday night. They aim for quite a mature crowd…read moreand so it was. There were quite a few people waiting outside, inquiring quite politely and reasonably soberly about getting in. There was no aggression or drunken messes at all. Well the bouncers didn't have a breeze what to do and started spouting crap about it being a VIP club and if you weren't on the list you weren't getting in. This is obviously not true. So they gave up on this approach shortly thereafter and told everybody to queue to the left. Then they said nobody on the left was getting in. I pointed out that they had asked people to queue on the left but the fella denied it. So we gave up and headed up to The Odeon. It was quite bizarre. They were either completely incompetent or evil geniuses that wanted to get rid of a crowd. I reckon it's the former because the only reason to have turned people away would have been if the club was full and surely they would have just explained that. Anyway, won't be in a rush to encounter those clowns again.

I love this place(not just bar, including hotel). Because foods is so delicious! and there is good…read moreatmosphere. Friendly for dog. I took my fog at brunch. They're very welcome. Some stuffs asked me that bring water for my dog. Dylan hotel is available to stay with your dog.(100euro/overnight fee for dog) I recommend the terrace in the summer, but also inside is good because there's nice decoration.

Great spot for cocktails! Prices are a bit higher at 5.95 for a Peroni and 8.40 for a Gin and Tonic…read morebut you're paying for the cool amiance really. The bar is located in one of Dublin's nicer hotels - The Dylan. And, the decor is very inviting. It gives me the feeling of being somewhere else. As for the space in the lounges, it's pretty huge so you can easily find a sweet spot for two or a comfy spot for six. The outside lounge has heat lamps and canopies in case it's cool or raining. And, there's a patio in front of the hotel that looks very inviting if the sun is shining! There's a bit of sexiness when it comes to this bar. Wear your heals ladies, order a Bombay G&T, and get comfy in one of the over-sized chairs or on the sofa. Swank it up!

Terrible Service, Mediocre food, Noisy dining room, not recommended at all. I wish I could give…read morethem zero stars. The Mint Restaurant is located in the basement of a 5-star hotel, and the bar itself truly is a lovely and unique space. First and foremost, it is a beautiful place--warm lighting, elegant décor, and a sophisticated atmosphere that immediately sets high expectations. Unfortunately, almost everything that followed fell far short of what a 5-star experience should be. From the start, service was certainly not 5-star. It took nearly 5 minutes just to be acknowledged at the entrance, and then 25 more minutes before a server came by with water and basic greetings. The staff overall felt indifferent and disengaged--very disappointing for a place that appears to pride itself on luxury. One of the bright spots of the night was the live music. The piano player was genuinely excellent, a real talent and a pleasant surprise. That said, the room itself was extremely noisy--perhaps due to the architecture or acoustics--making it almost impossible to hold a conversation. The sound bounced around so much that the music, while wonderful, added to the overall loudness rather than enhancing the ambiance. On the positive side, the cocktails were lovely. We ordered the Paloma and the Pisco Sour, and both were beautifully prepared. We actually would have stayed longer and ordered more if the service had been even remotely attentive. The menu is extremely limited--no real food options of substance. My wife ordered three appetizers and asked to receive one first and the other two when my main course arrived. Instead, all plates were brought out at once, completely ignoring the request. A not so funny part is that I ordered a Caesar Salad without croutons and they brought it with extra croutons. I didn't return the plate because the server never returned to the table to check on us and because, "you know what they say regarding returning food to the kitchen"...... I ordered the lamb chops, and for some inexplicable reason, the kitchen (or the runner) divided the dish into two plates, serving half to my wife and half to me. I ended up eating both portions anyway, but the whole situation felt strange and unprofessional. Worse yet, the lamb chops were hard, not tasty, poorly presented, and not warm. My best guess is that the food sat in the kitchen too long before being brought out. For the quality delivered, the experience was very expensive for mediocre food, and nowhere near the standard suggested by the setting or the hotel it belongs to. Overall, this was a very bad experience, and I truly cannot recommend it, especially when Dublin offers so many fantastic dining and cocktail options that deliver far better service, food, and value.

Good food and good vibes. Love the live music here. Perfect place to come in for a quick bite and…read morestay for the beer/music. Can't emphasize enough how the musicians were so on point. Highly recommend.

Needed to balance out the harsh reviews for this place. We ate outside under the covered patio and…read morethe view was GORGEOUS much nicer than any of the pubs off the main shopping streets. The food was good and IMO had more interesting options than a lot of other local spots, especially for vegetarians. I am glad I did not let negative reviews keep me away.

4 stars for location. 0 for food. Average 2!…read more Service was good. Vegetable soup was okay. Beef and ale stew featured exceptionally tough steak. Needed another 5 hours in the slow cooker. My companion was underwhelmed by his Caesar salad. Definitely the low point of a week of dining around Ireland.

Solid Pub food for anyone who loves deep fried stuff. The menu doesn't offer many healthy options,…read morebut overall solid quality. Great staff and atmosphere, the place tends to be crowded at peak times, so reservations are advised.

Great cocktail menu, large menu with a lot to choose from! This is a trendier pub in Naas that has…read morea lot of seating so it would be a great place to bring a group of people. The servers were very friendly and attentive. The service was fast as well! I ordered a martini which was a great cocktail, not too sweet with a lot of passion fruit. I had the vegetable soup which came out piping hot and was a great starter. I ordered the chicken sandwich that was on special that day. The chicken was fried perfectly and was tender and juicy. The fries were seasoned well and had a nice bite to them. I ended with the sticky toffee sundae which was huge! The portions here are generous and items could easily be split between two people. They have a very extensive menu, including many vegan options! There is something for everyone here. They have their own parking lot so you don't have to worry about street parking or a parking garage. This was a great stop while I was staying in Naas. I would highly recommend checking this place out.

This was a fun place. The bouncers were.. odd. Small angry Irishman but hey.. what do you expect?…read moreThe ambiance was nice- the DJ played good enough music (side note- in Ireland they play really old songs that the States had years ago, so this was no different.) The DJ wouldn't take recommendations. The owner seemed very nice and involved with the place. I enjoyed this spot because it was more of a lounge (similar to Simple Bar in Hollywood) which we enjoyed.

This is an accident waiting to happen...no control outside the premises is gonna haunt them or…read moretheir insurance company and the most ignorent security staff u would ever want to meet...they would not even show their identity badge when challenged for it...and that is a legal requirement... thankfully there are on street cameras to prove these points...