If you are looking for an amazing Pub in County Wicklow Ireland.I highly recommend visiting The…read moreChristy's located on the Main Street Of Arklow. The Menu is amazing! Great selection on the menu and entrees from all over the world! The staff are all so professional kind and genuinely care about about their customers. Great Music and Amazing Atmosphere. This Bar & Restaurant rates five stars and more! It should be noted I am originally from Dublin Ireland and lived in the United States for over thirty years and served in the United States Marines all over the world. I definitely know a great bar from all my life experiences and travels all over the world. I definitely will return in the near future! A must visit if you are looking for great food and drinks . You definitely won't be disappointed!

A double sided bar and restaurant that provides an adequate service and food experience. Bright…read morelighting on the inside, friendly service, large portion sizes and a little on the pricey side. I wasn't a fan, but the boyfriend loved the Irish coffee. Rich cream on top covered with a few coffee beans, sprinkled with cocoa and filled to the brim. Has a bold, black coffee taste with a hint of whiskey flavor. We tried the recommended pie pie burger and it was excellent! Fluffy fresh bun over a well cooked and rich meat patty, we weren't sure exactly what it was but it had a cheese and ham blend over the burger that came with a flavorful garlic aioli. Large cut potatoes fries that were crispy in the perfect way, and came with a salad that had a dressing on the sweeter side. Duck lovers I can't vogue for you or this duck. I didn't like it, it was very gamey and the skin was thick. It was covered with a bbq like sauce that came with plenty of fresh vegetables and a side of rice. A nice, cheaky place to enjoy a late night meal. Friendly service and American favorites for music to enjoy. However at the end of our visit our waitress clocked out and left us for twenty minutes until we had to ask another server to take our bill.

I would like to commend your pub for the friendliness and helpfulness of your employee, James…read moreDoyle. he went over and above to help me, I have mobility issues and James ensured that I was seated comfortably and could move around. he then ensured the service we received was exceptional. He is also very pleasant, nothing was too much trouble and I will definitely recommend your pub to my family and friends. I look forward to my next visit to Wickliow

This centrally located Wicklow town pub (across from the oblique) was voted best pub 2013, 2014 and…read more2015. I wonder why not 2016 because I can't find fault. The large pub is comprised of a labyrinth of nicely appointed rooms. Choose an area for what you want; family friendly dining, cozy lounging, bellying up to a bar, front row viewing of the match, enjoying live music or surfing with the free wifi.

Tasty food at very affordable prices, pints were great too. Would definitely recommend anyone to…read moretry it themselves and I'll be definitely back again.

They redecorated and the pub is really very nice. It hasn't really lost character but it is clean…read moreand comfortable. As the only pub now in Ashford, it attracts everyone and they are very nice and friendly to everyone. It once had a rough reputation but that is certainly not the case anymore. It is the kind of place everyone is welcome and made to feel comfortable but not pretentious and can be said a real Ashford pub. Very worth the visit.

If you are looking for a beautiful place to stay in County Wicklow, Ireland. I highly recommend…read morestaying at the Meetings Bed&Breakfast. The Meetings Bed&Breakfast is a Gem! I arrived to the Rathdrum Train Station and unfortunately all the taxi company's were tied up working a wedding In the area. I called the Meetings Bed&Breakfast to see if they could organize a cab for me. About ten minutes later a car pulls up. To my surprise and amazement it was the owner of the Meetings Bed&Breakfast Derek. He helped me with my bags and drove me to his establishment. Upon arriving he helped me again with my bags and showed me to my room. Derek also showed me around his establishment. I was made feel very Welcome! I ended up having a few pints at the Meetings Pub. Derek and his Family all run the B&B, The pub and store on the premises. They are all True Professionals and very cool in my book. They take so much pride in their business and genuinely care about their guests. My room was so modern, very clean. My room had a great flat screen TV. You have a great selection of TV Channels due to it being hooked up to a satellite dish. My bed was so comfortable also. The next morning I had breakfast! Honestly the breakfast is probably one of the best Traditional Irish Breakfast's I have had in many years. The coffee and orange juice tasted great. Absolutely no complaints from me! The Meetings Bed and Breakfast rates Five Stars and more! It should be noted I am originally from Dublin, Ireland, lived in the United States for over Thirty Years and traveled all over the world with the United States Marines all over the world. I definitely know a great Bed&Breakfast from all my travels and life experiences. Lastly the views from the Bed&Breakfast are absolutely amazing! You literally get to see we're the rivers meet up! The Meetings Pub & Breakfast is A must visit in County Wicklow, Ireland!

Dropped into this pub recently for food, and found the service at the bar to be poor. There was at…read moreleast three women stationed behind the bar, and my partner was routinely ignored - either they walked straight past him or served another customer. who was not waiting as long as him. This did not happen once, but on three separate occasions - very bad first impression overall. Alcohol on tap was nice, but some beer in bottles not stored in a cooler, and so first bottle I received was completely flat. Food was extremely expensive, however, it was delicious. My partner had the venison and he absolutely loved it. Cannot fault the chef for the high standard of food or the waitress who served us food. There seemed to be a huge disparity between the professionalism seen in the restaurant area - waiters neatly dressed and food received exemplary - and the bar - not all waiters wearing a uniform and poor service. Even though the food was lovely, I would not dine here again or recommend it to others based on poor service and over priced menu.

If you find yourself in the small town of Rathdrum, south of Dublin, this is pretty much the only…read morerestaurant to try. My friend and I went on a hiking holiday in Ireland and we spent our first night in Rathdrum. Again, the town is very small and there isn't too much to do/eat around it, so Jacob's Well was a stand-out. It's a comfortable restaurant; the atmosphere was very cozy and casual. Some tables had pillows and throws on the chairs/benches, and all the way in the back, there was a piano and a pool table. We ordered breaded brie to start. This was probably one of the best things I had on my trip. The cheese just oozed out after you cut the wedge. The sauce drizzled on the plate was some sort of raspberry heaven. We pretty much licked the plate clean. For entrees, my friend ordered the onion and meat pie. It was really hot the flavors of the beef and onions were good. I ordered the Jacob's Irish beef stew. The stew was of a heavier consistency, and in general, I thought that the whole thing was too salty. The stew of beef and root vegetables was on top of a bed of mashed potatoes. I tried to even out the saltiness of the stew with the mashed potatoes, but in the end, I drank 3 glasses of water to compensate. The service wasn't the best unfortunately. I had to go up to the bar to ask for refills of my water. The staff were not very friendly, but I'm not saying that they were mean or rude either; they just go about their business with no bows or frills.

Absolutely dynamite food. The baked brie pieces were tasty, the steak with baked potatoes and…read moregarlic butter was excellent! My husband had the beef casserole and it was savory and so tender, I'm glad I stole a few bites.

This place is amazing! We stayed one night (me, my toddler, and my parents) and ate dinner and…read morebreakfast here. The whole restaurant and bar is beautiful with wood and leather decor, very warm and charming. Our food was, on the whole, delicious. We were lucky to sit both times at a corner booth with spectacular views of the river. Service was a bit slow, but that didn't bother us. I asked for my toddler's dinner first and they brought it within minutes. The rooms were also great. Not fancy, per se, but charming and cozy. The in-room radiators are adjustable and worked great. They had a cot (crib) set up for us in the room when we arrived. Both rooms overlooked the quaint street. It is a bit noisy until the bar closes at midnight, but it's a tavern after all. It really didn't bother us and everyone (toddler included) slept great. I'm so glad we weren't dissuaded by the other reviews for this place. We really loved our stay here! My parents are still raving about it. I would recommend it to anyone.

The food was fantastic! Great selection of menu items including vegetarian and vegan options…read more The staff was quick and friendly, food was great, parking was pretty easy. Fair pricing too!

If you are looking for an amazing Pub in County Wicklow , Ireland.I highly recommend visiting…read moreO'Tools Traditional Bar located on the Main Street Of Aughrim. The pints are amazing! James O'Toole and his staff are all so professional kind and genuinely care about about their customers. This establishment rates five stars and more! It should be noted I am originally from Dublin Ireland and lived in the United States for over thirty years and served in the United States Marines all over the world. I definitely know a great bar from all my life experiences and travels all over the world. I definitely will return in the near future! A must visit if you are looking for great pints. You definitely won't be disappointed!

The best pint of Guinness I've tasted in years in a pub that hasn't changed decor or layout in…read moredecades & one that shouldn't be missed if passing through Gorey. There's a handy private car park out back too!

French's pub is a real institution in Gorey,Wexford. Everybody knows of it…read more Really great pub. If your every visiting Gorey you'll end up here at some stage. It's been around forever, real old school, my type of pub. Parts of it are literally falling apart lol! It's one of these pubs that still has a hardware store on the premises. Lovely beer garden out the back, the place to be on a fine day. The lads behind the bar are sound out too. Recommended , one of about 3 pubs I'd socialise in when visiting Gorey. Cheers!

Everything about this pub I fell in love with. We choose Courtown to stay on our trip. We were here…read moremost days on our trip. One night we had some drinks and made some bets on some races. The bartender Jerry was nice. The locals were friendly and chatted it with my boyfriend and his brother. The food was great here too. My favorite pub.

FX Buckley on Crow Street presents a classic steakhouse exterior: polished, inviting, and…read moreunmistakeably traditional in its presentation. This is their second location after the original FX Buckley on Pembroke Street opened in the 1980s; but the Buckley family has been serving premium cuts of Irish beef since the 1600s! The restaurant's interior leans into rich, warm tones with dark woods, leather seating, an open kitchen, and an atmosphere that feels both refined and approachable. Make sure to check out the massive dry-aging fridge in the front of the space, where scarlet-hued meats are displayed through transparent glass panes. We made a reservation for 4 at 6:30pm on a Sunday night through OpenTable, and the restaurant was about half-full when we arrived, but filled up throughout the course of our meal. Our server immediately brought over a tray of their six cuts of meat (all 100% Irish and dry-aged for 28 days), including ribeye, striploin, filet, and variations on the bone. Additionally, there's chalkboard graphics on the wall with detailed descriptions of each cut, which was very helpful in our selection. All steaks are cooked in their signature Josper charcoal ovens, lending a lovely touch of smoky flavor. The menu reads "classic steakhouse", with plenty of different cuts and weights of steak, refined starters, plenty of sides, and a variety of options for non-beef-eaters. We also appreciated the fact that each steak comes with your choice of one of three sides (chips, mashed potatoes, or salad), as well as your choice of sauce (bernaise, bone marrow jus, garlic butter, or pepper sauce). Additionally, all steaks on the bone are served with crispy fried onions. Their wine list is highly lauded, with bottles from all around the world, and a master in-house sommelier. As two members of our party weren't too hungry, they split a Caesar Salad (€13) and the Free Range Chicken (€29) between them. The Caesar Salad was a fresh salad of lightly-dressed, crunchy romaine lettuce, topped with an almost snow-like shaved Parmesan, and Crowe's smoked bacon. The variety of textures and flavors made this a surprising hit. The chicken was tender and juicy, served with a rich truffle cream sauce and salted kohlrabi, as well as your choice of side (she chose the Sauteed Chestnut Mushrooms with Watercress, which were so tender that they cut like butter). While we found the portion of chicken to be a bit small, the ability to choose your own side (which are normally €7-8 on their own) was much appreciated. My brother opted for the 22oz Ribeye on the Bone (€90), which was a hefty portion of well-marbled ribeye on a dramatic tomahawk bone. It was cooked to a perfect medium-rare, with a signature reddish-pink center, and paired nicely with their sharp Pepper Sauce. His Beef Dripping Chips were thick-cut steak fries, with a delightfully crispy exterior, and a pillowy soft interior. Lastly, the fried onions tasted like an elevated version of French's Fried Onions (bringing back memories of Thanksgiving green bean casserole). I chose the 16oz Striploin on the Bone (€49.50) - one generally wouldn't associate the word "value" with a top-line steakhouse, yet this was truly a steal of a dish. Cooked to a perfect rare (cool red center) with a decent amount of marbling, yet still incredibly tender, this was one of the best steaks I've ever had. The bone marrow jus tasted like a rich gravy, yet not too decadent for the sumptuous steak. I chose the Organic Leaf Salad as a side, which was an assortment of mixed leaves, thin-shaved carrots and onions, and a tangy vinaigrette; I appreciated the lightness of the dressing when paired with the meat. We were so full from our generously-portioned entrees that we couldn't fathom ordering dessert, though some of their options were quite tempting (particularly their Bailey's Espresso Cheesecake). Additionally, their Sunday Roast (€29.50) is a much more affordable way to sample some of their Irish meat, though note that it's only served between 1-4pm on Sundays. If you're in the market for a proper steakhouse experience in Dublin with quality ingredients and thoughtful execution, looking no further than FX Buckley!

Holy cow, best meal we had in Dublin!! Started the meal with the three oysters and three scallop…read moreappetizers. The oysters were bright fresh and perfectly briney absolutely amazing. The scallops were seared to perfect perfection and fresh unbelievable appetizers. For our main courses I had the 10 ounce strip loin cooked medium well with mashed potatoes and the au jus sauce my husband got the fillet with the pepper sauce and mashed potatoes. The steaks were cooked to perfection. The potatoes were amazing. The au jus sauce was good, but the pepper sauce was out of this world perfection. Also had a whiskey sour that was amazing, and my husband had a glass of red wine that went perfectly with his meal for dessert. We had the sticky toffee pudding, which was stunning as well as the espresso cheesecake and a cappuccino, the meal, the service and the whole atmosphere of the restaurant was 10 out of 10. You must eat here if you're visiting Dublin.