Leo Burdocks is a Dublin insitution;-). When I was younger I always looked foward to going there with the folks. There was an incident with pigeons outside that led to tears. My little sister was made share. My Dad worked with the Irish press and the queues outside were legendary. Worth the wait.. Went in there with my mate recently. Great as always. Fish bits n chips are lovely. Portions are big and side orders are massive. I didnt finish mine - oh the shame. Only drawback is not being able to eat in there. Always end up going to the square down dame street and people stare at you like an art exhibit. Never thought about going into christchurch grounds. Good idea read more

The fish is HUGE and good. Crispy fried and tender inside. This is like a a whole cod filet and it will fill you up. Service was fast so be prepared to give your order. The queue space is small so only the person ordering should step in and only come inside when you know own the order for your party. The combined bag with the fish and chips are pretty weighty, so don't send your typical 12 year old daughter in expecting her to carry four orders out. In the end one full order was too much for this lad. I finished the fish and gave half the chips to the pigeons in the park by St. Patrick's Cathedral. The only feedback we would have it that the chips could be cooked more. Theses are very soft, without any browning. Maybe I won't be too harsh since this may be the local preference but I think US tourists would prefer them more well done. read more

I've eaten a ton of fish n chips in my life, this is one of the best ice ever had. Burdocks is very popular, as evidenced by a huge board with the names of all the celebrities who have eaten there. It's just a counter so it is primarily for take out but there is small area to stand and eat if it is raining or whatever the case may be. Burdocks is exactly what you think of when you imagine an English/Irish fish n chips stand. The fish comes with salt and vinegar, if you choose. I recommend salt and extra vinegar. Which seems to be the way the locals often order it. If you are a tourist and you go to this location (and If the whether is nice, that's a big if) walk downhill Wherburgh/Bride st. About half a block (so walk out of burdocks and take a left), then cut through that alley/street and wall towards (along the back) of Dublin castle towards the guard station and archway. Keep walking and you will come out to a really nice courtyard/park/garden. The perfect place to enjoy your fish. You will thank me. The reason I took one star off is because there is often bones in the fish. A small price to pay for a wonderful meal. Also I assume the bones are in there because the fish was hurried from sea to plate in the interest of freshness, so I can live with it. I also put on 15 pounds during my summer in Dublin, and Burdocks was no doubt a key factor. If you love fish and chips you need to eat here before you die. Goddam I miss this place. 4.5/5 Check out more of my reviews at: www.ShawnKemp.yelp.com read more

These were the best fish and chips I have ever had in my life. I got the smoked cod and got the garlic sauce on the side. The portion is huge and it tastes fresh and delicious. Even though it is very popular the place has not lost its quality. Good, cheap food, will return to Dublin just for this! read more

very tasty fish and chips. Carry ou only butt , BUT CLOSE toStPATRICKS park where you can eat in a rexxxlaxingl

Ahh Burdocks... I don't know is it the que out the door & down the street or the smell that wafts out pulling you in as you go by but there's something that just draws me to this place. Though I don't believe it's quite as good as it used to be when they wrapped your chips in old newspaper it's still definitely one of the best chippers in Dublin & definitely the best one in the city centre. Give it a go if you haven't been, be sure to ask for crispy bits on top of your meal... Mmmm. read more

Stopped at Leo's for a late night snack and wow did we love it. Huge serving of fish and chips was doused to perfection in vinegar and wrapped tightly in paper to make it back to the hotel. We couldn't eat it fast enough. Perfectly cooked. A lot of people stand on the sidewalk outside and eat since there is no seating. When people say this is the best fish and chips in Dublin they aren't kidding. We came late too and were expecting to get the soggy leftovers but it was a perfect late night meal! read more

Overrated if you ask me. Fish was nice and fresh - but bland, since it evidently was not seasoned before it was battered. Chips were a bit soggy. But check it out if you want to experience the 'Dublin Institution' as your guidebook recommends. And, you WILL be stuffed and not able to finish it all. it's also pretty cheap considering the pile of food you get. read more

Arguably the best fish & chips in Dublin City. Always enjoyed stopping off in here on my way home to get my chips. Very good staff and fast service, and you do get what you pay for! read more

This place will change your life. The best fish and chips I've had anywhere in the world. The fish, the batter, and the fries were all perfect. Just what one would expect for a business that has been serving fish and chips for over a hundred years. You can get it to go and nosh outside of Christ Church Catedral. Their hours can be strange so be sure to check before you go. Also, all Leo Burdocks are not created equal. The one in Temple Bar is OK, but as everyone says (including a Dubliner we met in Krakow), "it just isn't the same as the one next to Christ Church." read more

I have to say I have never finished a full portion (if you can call it that... it's like a truckload) of fish and chips there. :) If I must I rather go for the fish with a few chips. And no vinegar for me please. I am officially a fish&chips fan! (any oily it is - after all, what do you expect?? it was deep fried in oil...) read more

A great fish and chips shop needs to have good throughput, and Leo Burdock has it. The fish is constantly being battered and fried. Nice crunchy breading, fresh fish, rich, fried-in-animal-fat flavor, it's got it all. Too bad the chips were pretty lousy, mealy and undercooked. Still, if you need a quick snack or are hankering for fried fish, Leo Burdock is an excellent choice. I have to comment on the shirts the guys where there calling Leo Burdock "Probably the best Fish Chips in the world." It's ok guys, you can say it's the best. No one can prove you wrong. read more

My two pence. T'was a traditional rainy autumn November and the wind spat flecks of cold drizzle at my rosey red cheeks- the only exposed skin visible beneath my marvelously morbid marine anorak. The year was 1950 and I had a hankering for some fried spuds which had implanted their selling power into our bleak and wounded Dublin city culture. Mr. Burdock handed me a hefty shovel full in a newspaper with all the crispy bits a growing lad could ask for. The grease illuminated in the lightning outside (a wella wella wella umph!) "Tell me more tell me more" you say? It was one of a kind. I did'nt put up a fight. A warm hearty meal for a lad with a big heart for good food. When I had finished, I looked down at the grease stained newspaper and read the headline- "We won the war, the Brits are going home". It was a good day for everyone. The famine was most definitely over and we had reclaimed the north through passive resistance. Now in 2014, The experience has not changed even the slightest... Even the weather outside is still awful! what! weh weh weh weh.. read more

Oh those chips are deadly and that fish, soooo nice and crispy on the outside, tender on the inside. Lovely. Nothing much more to say...just yum. This is what fish and chips are supposed to taste like! read more

Hands down, some of the best chips in the city, pricey though at 2.99 a bag. There is often a queue but dont be put off, it moves very quickly, Get the crispy bits on your order, they are amazing. read more

My boyfriend and I were looking for a good place to eat fish and chips as soon as we arrived in Dublin. The night we arrived we decided to take a stroll when we stopped to dine at Beshoff's ( a recommended spot on our guide book). Well...it was awful...there was no flavor and the chips were a tasteless as well. We were sooooo very disappointed and thought we would find a decent place for fish and chips in Dublin. A couple days later we took another stroll and I had this pocket map and it mentioned Leo Burdock. After an afternoon in Temple Bar we took a 10 minute walk and found this hole in the wall and it was the best thing we did all day because the fish and chips there were phenomenal!!! My bf had the regular cod chips and I went with the smoked cod. They wrapped in paper with a load of deliciously warm chips and we were set to roll. The only downside is that there's nowhere to sit so we walked down Lord Edward and sat in front of what I believe was a municipal building. The second time we visited we sat behind Christ Church, but were hounded by pigeons. But all in all...this place was one of the highlights of our trip, especially because there weren't too many places we found with good food. Even if this place was in Chicago or anywhere in the states we'd recommend it. Great portions, great taste...can't go wrong with that! read more

Was this the best fish and chips ever? Yes! If I were in Dublin, would I come back? Yes! I ordered the cod and chips with salt and vinegar. It was just above freezing outside, but I ate them squatting against a brick wall, trying to devour all of the crispy goodness before it turned to cold mush in the bag. The portions are ginormous, so be prepared! read more

Fish and chips were fab! We asked for salt and vinegar and there wasn't any vinegar and their mushy peas were bland which is why I've downgraded to 4*. Visited the chip shop by Christ Church. A must stop if you want proper fish and chips! (I've heard they are fried in real lard. Not sure if it's true and I'll pretend it's not) read more

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This is a 3.5 star situation, but I will give it a 4 on the merits of the food alone. This is my first fish 'n chips experience in Dublin and I have to say, I was impressed! This seems like an authentic place that keeps things simple to hold true to what they know they do well. Pros: -Cod was fresh, light and came with a HUGE piece! -Chips were plentiful and salted! I haven't seen the best execution of salt in Dublin, so it is worth mentioning. -Like I said, authentic. They don't mess around with the trends because they know their food is good! Admirable. Cons: -No seating! I'm still not sure how restaurants get away with this in a place like Dublin. We took our fish down to the park at St. Patricks Cathedral and I put my umbrella over the food to protect it as we stood in the misty rain to eat. Not a bad lunch scene, but would have probably tasted better in a dry building where it was served fresh. -A bit pricier than I was expecting for a take away place, especially compared to other meals I have had in Dublin, but it won't break the bank. I would definitely come back for some good fish 'n chips, but it would have to be on a warmer and dryer day! Do those happen here? Crossing my fingers :) read more

THE BEST FISH AND CHIPS I'VE EVER HAD!!! (and since bf is irish-american, we've had our fair share of fish and chips all over, everywhere!) read more

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Best in where? Ok, it was tasty. The portion was huge. I liked the decidedly simple "wrap it in paper and go find a place to eat it" approach. It was memorable, and good, but incredibly greasy. The chips weren't, but my fish was. It's expected, but was a bit much for my palate. I won't likely eat there again, but I can now say that I did - and the list on the wall and website would suggest that anyone famous that has walked by has stopped and gotten a slab of hot, fried fish and chips. It hit the spot, but that spot stayed in my gut for a good long time after as well. read more

There are only so many ways to prepare traditional fish and chips. Leo Burdock doesn't let you down. I love a good fish, and unlike some other reviewers, found mine to be flavorful, crispy on the outside, not too greasy/oily, and super hot, which was perfect given we were taking it on a night tour. The portion was generous. The chips and curry sauce were scrumptious. My niece and her friend loved the garlic sauce. The gents in the shop were kind and helpful. read more

Slow service even when not busy, bad chips and just not great all around. I actually gave my chains away which is unheard off! Not impressed at all. Great location and plenty of seating options. read more

My first ever fish and chips in Dublin! I asked what the best thing to order was and he said to get the Fresh Cod and Chips (~€11). When I received my food, it felt like I was holding a tiny baby--that's how big and heavy it was. This place is takeaway only, so my friends and I went over to Christ Church Cathedral to eat our lunch. When I opened my package, I was a little disappointed because my fries were a little mushy--and I love fries, so my expectations were a little high. The cod was alright. I asked for salt and vinegar, but there wasn't enough on it to give it enough flavor. Perhaps I'll come back and ask for different sauces, rather than sticking to traditional. Until then, this place is just okay. read more

If you are in the quest for the perfect fish & chips, search no more, this is the place!!! Generous fillet and fries, properly fried and extremely tasty. Not like the fancy, boring, tasteless versions you get in the pubs, this one ar Leo's is the original and perfect version. read more

After a full day of touring around Dublin, we needed a hot meal before heading out to our secluded hotel. This got highly reviewed, and it seemed we should probably partake in some traditional fish and chips. The area around this chippie was interesting and fun to walk through. However there was literally nothing impressive about the meal we got. The cost for the meal was quite high. Granted the piece of cod was very large, I didn't find the food particularly tasty. The chips were soggy and bland. The fish was alright but certainly not the best. If this IS the best, Dublin has a long way to go in measuring up with other locations that boast fish n chips as a signature dish. I am just confused why yelpers rated this so highly when the food, atmosphere, and qualify was mediocre at best. This place certainly missed the mark for me. read more

Everyone will probably give me a hard time because I'm American, but this was the only place in Ireland I ate at and was disappointed with. It might have been the hype, but it was a bit too heavy for me. Galway had a better fish and chips joint, I think. PS I am SO happy there's a Yelp Ireland now!!! read more

Young lads serving who were more interested in talking about their "friends".... really loudly and obnoxiously. Fish was ok as were the chips. If this is the best chippie in Dublin then try a steak house! read more

Leo Burdock's came highly recommended by a coworker of mine who touted that they were supposedly the "best." Unfortunately, I have to be 100% honest and say I was definitely underwhelmed. We knew it was take away and there was no seating, so that wasn't an issue. The fish and chips however, were what disappointed us. It was just SO heavy and fatty tasting. The batter was just overwhelmingly bad-for-me-feeling. As in, it didn't feel like a deliciously fried indulgence, it felt like I should just stop and walk away from the food while I was ahead. Also, because they wrap it up when you take-away, it got really soggy. I hate to leave reviews like this but we had fish and chips at another pub and again at another quick-serve place known for such food and I much preferred it there over Leo Burdock's. read more

Saw the mixed reviews before we went, but we thought we would still give it a try. Maybe we arrived at a wrong time, with no queues in the front, we got our order right away, meaning the fish and chips were both pre-made. Obviously, having sat under the light in the racks for a certain amount of time, our cod was barely warm, soggy, and so were the chips. Plus, the food tasted quite bland. Portion was huge, but we couldn't finish it even with three people sharing, as it was not good at all. Quite disappointed, am sure it would have tasted great had it been freshly made, which it unfortunately was not, and this is quite an amateur mistake for a shop that has such a big reputation. read more

From reading the sign that boasts nearly 100 years in service, one would assume this place is a legendary spot in Dublin. One also gets this vibe from the majority of review written on yelp. Sadly, the sign and reviews on yelp make this place seem much better than it really is - in my opinion. The fish and chips meal simply consist of a large heap of sloppy fried fish and an even larger heap of fries. When I eat fish and chips, I expect a hearty, deep-fried flavor. This flavor comes from the fish, and the chips complement. At Burdock's, the fries tasted better than the fish. That's a bad sign. The fish crumbled in a lame heap of bland mush. Even with the extra vinegar and salt, the fish and chips here tasted painfully mediocre and flavorless. So, I would say that in this situation reputation purports quality. A disappointing and frankly over priced meal. read more

INCREDIBLE !!!! The best i've ever had. !! HUGE piece of fish and TONS of chips. Can't wait for the next trip.... read more

I was told this is the best fish and chips anywhere. While it was good I have to say I have had better in Scotland. But if you are in Dublin I do recommend this place for some good fish and chips. read more

With the fish I give it a 5 star. 4 star for the chips not my fave but overall a good quick pickup type of food spot. No seating available so we sat at a bar across the st and ate our yummy food. Worth it read more

Sorry Cathal, but I've gotta say I've tasted better... Leo's is a-ok, but WAY too fatty for me! I think Jessie M was justified in her comment 'they do it better in Galway' - they do, at McDonaghs on the main drag. As for best in Dublin though... you could be right there... although I'm quite the Beshoffs fan... For those crazies like me who like their fish'n'chips with a lotta lemon: bring your own, crime that it is, they don't have lemon here (unbelievable I know, I cannot eat fish and chips without lemon!) read more

I'm going to be honest and say, I've already found the best chipper in Ireland, and while it might not be the oldest, it has divine chips. Leo Burdock's chips - I am afraid to say - are nothing to write home about. They're OK, they taste like chips and look like chips, so as far as doing what they say on the tin, they pass the standard mark. However given the amount of times Dubliners have gone into raptures over these chips, I am sorely disappointed. Where's the oomph or kick I was waiting for? It's nowhere because there is none. They're just chips and there's very little of them. Then there's the chicken pieces, which I ordered because I was starving, and I got four tiny - barely see them with a magnifying glass, pieces. Cut your losses short, and wander into any other run of the mill chippers in Dublin, you'll get more chips for your money, and probably a better tasting bag of chips too. read more

Awful quality. Maybe since I'm a tourist they gave be the bad batch. Fish wasn't fresh, was chewy. Too much batter. Chips soggy. The order came out way too fast so I'm thinking it was the last batch they were trying to get rid of. Had MUCH better fish and chips at Reel Dingle Fish in Dingle. I'm not saying you should go that far for fish and chips, just don't go to Leo Burdock's in Dublin (no matter what the tour guides say). Here's my rankings for the best "chippers" in Ireland: 1. Reel Dingle Fish (Dingle) 2. KC & Son & Sons (Cork) 3. Jackie Lennox's (Cork) 4. Leo Burdock's (Dublin) read more

The small place is in a great location. We went for a quick meal while touring Dublin. The fish was crispy and the breading was nice and sweet. The chips were a little soggy but were good with ketchup. You definitely get a lot of food for the price. If we make our way back to Dublin, I will definitely be going back. read more

Oh how I miss this place!!!! I eat here every time I visit! I can no longer eat fish n' chips in the states because NOTHING compares!! I'm sorry lads if I pissed you off when I asked for ketchup but I'm a ketchup loving American (what can I say?) Be sure to ask for extra vinegar... I miss you Leo Burdock I hope to bite into you again. I'm talking about the cod of course xoxo read more

Asked the locals for the best fish and chip spot in Dublin! We were served up a big, fresh, hot piece of cod and chips in a brown paper wrap. It's a carry out, so no where to eat inside, but it stayed warm while we ate on the cold streets of Dublin! read more

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