This is the second time I have been to Lord Edward and I didn't realize it was a restaurant until I just looked it up on yelp. Suffice to say my time at Lord Edward on both trips to Dublin has been spent strictly in the pub. This place is the kind of pub I like. I really like. TVs in the corners showing hurling or GAA or is it all the same? So confusing for an American. Anyway, an awesome bartender eager to get you a pint. Regulars surrounding the bar ranging in age from mid-20s to mid-80s. Cozy nooks and tables if you don't want to sit at the bar. Slight old smell of smoky nights gone by. No loud music, just conversation and occasional yips of joy or groans of despair depending on what is happening at the game. Doors open when the weather is nice, beckoning you to come in and have a drink. I love this type place. I will be back next time I am in Dublin. And perhaps I'll even eat there next time. read more

We were happy to find Lord Edward Irish pub right across the street from Christchurch Cathedral and very close to our hotel in Dublin We enjoyed the chill traditional Irish pub atmosphere and the cold beers. Seems like there was a mix of locals & tourists..Friendly bartender. Location. Location read more

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This place is at the end of the block from our hotel and so we were excited that we could come here and have a drink before bedtime. BTW, it's 9:00 PM and still light out here. No Lord Edward has nothing to do with this but had to vent. Super tired after a 22 hour trip with little to no sleep [on the plane] and want to sleep but it's light outside, what gives? So, there was a little confusion because prior to us coming we had read that Lord Edwards was closed. Apparently only the restaurant. They did have some advertising for a grilled toast but they did not have any. I wanted to go to the famous Fish and Chips place next door but was told that the owner doesn't allow that. Doesn't make sense since they don't have anything but we still had a great time. The boys and I are easy but the girls really liked the ginger ale and Jameson. They get a little bottle of ginger ale which allows them to mix it to strength. Service was great and we will probably be back before we leave Thursday.... probably every night. read more

Lord Edward - My Smithwicks Red Ale and the girls had Jameson and ginger ale. - Pubs Near Me - Dublin, D

Super friendly bar tender and great local pub to stop for a pint of beer or a cider. Super cute little stop.

Stopped in at while walking the city- what an amazing traditional Irish pub. Friendly staff, football on tv, great pints. Stayed longer than we had planned. :) read more

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Waiting to catch our flight out of Dublin, we had an hour or so to kill. We opted to try Lord Edward pub, down the street from our hotel, and across the street from Christ Church Cathedral. The bartender was friendly and very funny - telling stories and jokes like a true Irishman. We enjoyed our pints of Guinness (cheaper than most of the more touristy pubs) and took in our final hours in Ireland. I was a bit confused as to whether or not they still serve food. I didn't see any menus or a kitchen so I don't believe they do. But fret not, one of the best fish and chips spots in all of Dublin is within walking distance. read more

I stopped in here for a pint with my friend yesterday and I'd have to say honestly the barkeep has me dying laughing. My friend asked how his day was and he replied "completely schiite!" He kept making jokes that were really dark but really funny. Then an old Irishman started singing songs with this girl from North Carolina. It was hilarious. The Guinness was pretty good as well. It is a proper old Irish pub with great pints in a part of town that has somewhat been taken over by new bars. This pub gets five stars for week poured Guinness and free entertainment! read more

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Near the Cathedral we stopped in for a break after walking and walking all over Dublin. The room we entered was quite small and as I didn't have internet service, was unaware there is an upstairs. Usually my curiosity has me wandering around the pubs we visit, but I guess I was too ready for a rest to explore. Never mind, we enjoyed ourselves any how. There are a few tables scattered around this room and the bar is in the center. Most of the tables were filled and the bar stools occupied by what appear to be 'regulars'. Two tables behind the bar were free. We got beers at the bar and had a seat. With the exception of one occasionally loud, very drunk patron, the bar was quiet. No background music. Sports on TV. Newspapers being read. Friends and couples visiting. It was really a very nice change from the relentlessly loud bars you find in other quarters of the city and a nice break from the city outside. read more

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This pub was recommended by our free walking tour guide as a good, local joint with the cheapest price for a pint of Guinness. At only €4.80 per pint, it's definitely a win compared to everywhere else that charges 7+. It's pretty fun watching, and waiting, for the head to form at the top of the glass and the dark Amber color sets in. On a Wednesday night within the period of 3 pints, I noticed many locals come in and either a) sit down with their own pints and watch the football game (let's not be American about it...), or b) grab a quick shot and bounce ie. A quick pregame. Either way, the bartender was certainly friendly, the price - super fair, and the drink - deliciously libatious. There were a few gnats flying around me while sitting at the bar, but it's whatevs. Don't let it ruin the experience. I think this is a much better joint than "the" Temple Bar to partake in some good ol' Irish drinking. Next door is also a highly reviewed, albeit many on the meh side, fish and chips counter. read more

Lord Edward - A pint of Guinness, not ready yet. - Pubs Near Me - Dublin, D

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I had no idea that the Lord Edward was even a restaurant, having only visited the first two floors. But that visit was a strange one. A couple of friends and I stopped in one evening and as we entered the place two things were profoundly obvious. 1. The place was entirely filled with older men. And 2. There was basically dead silence. The first wouldn't be so troubling if it weren't for the fact of the second. Everyone just kind of stared at us, including the bartender. It was a creepy and I felt totally and completely unwelcome. We quickly hurried out of there and headed upstairs, which was shockingly lively compared to the lower level. It was packed with people talking and laughing at the bar and at tables around the room. The low seating and warm atmosphere made the place seem really comfy. It was a startling contrast to the lower level. At the same time, it also had a feeling of everyone knowing everyone, which made us feel kind of awkward still. We found a spot at the bar and grabbed a pint, but left soon after. Maybe it was just me, but the place made me feel uncomfortable as hell. read more

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Although I'm not a big sea food head and haven't been to the restaurant on the 3rd floor, the Lord Edward as a pub is second to none, a great little pub. Head for the 2nd floor lounge, old world and comfy its basically one big room and has lots of character, especially on a busy evening. With a killer location right across from Christchurch it's a great pub for Guinness and to catch up for a few non hectic pints with some mates. read more

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My Brother and I visited Lord Edward twice in our week long visit to Dublin. It was by far the most authentic Irish pub we visited. The clientele were great and the bartender (Keith) was amazing. I am not kidding when I say that Keith poured a better Guinness, again and again, better than those at the Guinness tour. It is the first place I am going when we go back. read more

Lord Edward - Keith was great to talk to and literally poured the best Guinness I have ever seen. He is the best! - Pubs Near Me - Dublin, D

The Lord Edward is one of my favourite places for a nice pint of Guinness and a lovely place to meet friends. There is nothing fancy about it, is simple and relaxing. The restaurant has a nice choice of food and wines, well known as Dublin's oldest seafood restaurant I recommend from an ordinary plate of Oysters to a tasty Lobster, Fruits de Mer Meuniere, Scallops, Prawns, Sole Caprice, or even if you are not a Fruits de mer lover you could have a choice of Irish Stew, Sirloin Steak or Breast of Chicken in white wine and glazed peaches. The owner Mr. David Lyster is a magnificent person who is always caring about his customers and he won't be only greeting people in the restaurant, he'll be as well in the lounge and in the pub trying to be sure that everything is ok. The service is perfect and they know all the regulars to the perfection, so if you are not a regular be sure that they will treat you as one of them. In the lounge you can enjoy yourself due to the fact that there is never music and talking to your friends won't be a shouting! On the ground floor is where you can have more of a pub atmosphere with fantastic locals and great barmen; James (David's son), Alan and Declan who make you feel always very welcome. There are many lovely pubs in Dublin to go with my family or friends when they come to visit me. The Lord Edward will be one of the first places to go. Thanks to the Lyster family we can say that the Irish tradition lives in the heart of Dublin, just right across Christ Church Cathedral. read more

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I don't know why but I always felt intimidated to go in here. I'm really glad that I got over that. It really is so special inside. Lots of bottle green tiles and the bar is shaped like a horse shoe. Small little snug and tvs playing. It seems to have a lot of regulars as the barman addressed them by their names which was a nice touch. When we of the bartenders came in he was an elderly man dressed sharply in his suit etc. You always know a sign of well run bar when the owner is dress like a gent. The main reason why I would not be running back is that I did feel it was more a traditional pub were the men sit at the bar and the ladies in the snug with their glasses. I was drinking a pint at the bar and no one said anything but at the same time I just felt a vibe. read more

What a bar; Such a strange juxtaposition of themes creates the illusion that you're travelling through time. Diagonally. Dublinia has nothing on this. Stepping into the ground floor, Dublin city disappears behind a door and yields a pub from the early nineteen-hundreds; Where all the men are farmers, all the women are spreading village gossip, every floor in the country is made of Formica. Who doesn't love floors made of Formica? All the furniture is made of Oak or Birch or whatever trees were made out of back then and there's the usual array of locals here and the barman is on first-name terms with everyone in the bar. He doesn't recognise you, though. Better keep moving on. Around the corner and up the stairs you go. This room is completely different. For one, the average age in the room has dropped by about thirty. A pair of swords hang from the wall -- in case of barfights, presumably -- and there's not a single television or radio blaring noise. The carpet is extra-thick and there's more than enough seating for hundreds of people, yet it never gets that busy. You need to spend more time here. The last time I checked, the barman was seventy-three, and he occasionally forgets if you've given him money, he has given you your change or your drinks. Be patient, it'll all work out. If you ever desire to see different scenery, you can continue your flight up the stairs. This is unexpected. This is possibly the fanciest restaurant you've ever seen. The waiter is wearing a coat with tails and most of the items on the menu don't have a price listed, with the excuse that the fish prices vary based on what's available in the market today. Back to the middle floor it is. read more

Small Dublin pub. I didn't order any food but had several whiskey and gingerales. Nice place to get out of the cold wet winter streets.

I have always been curious about this place ever since I heard my sister in law's story about throwing bags of fish and chip at the poor Edward's portrait after a night of drinking. The food is pretty good, but I think the most interesting part of this place is the experience. I have never been to a place where they literally serve you serve you. The waiter doesn't serve you your food on a plate, instead they put the plate in front of you and dish you your food to you. It's kind of nice in a old world way. I love the decor, it's got the old manor house feel to it. The fire place is pretty gorgeous to look at and the worn carpet brings a bit of charm. I would probably recommend it to friends if they come visit just to experience that olde tyme feeling. read more

Get upstairs, with (or without) the fire, and find a quiet atmosphere and lovely pints, particularly from the tall lass who works there. Probably one of Dublin's most underrated pubs. Hush, now, and don't tell anyone, just go there yourself. read more

I can't get enough of this place. The pub, not the restaurant. I've never had the pleasure of eating anything more exciting than a toastie here, but as the place itself, the toasties are awesome too! It's one of the warmest pubs I've come across in Dublin (the fireplace does have plenty to do with that) boasting an authentic old-mans-pub feel. It's a place where you can enjoy a relaxed pint with your folks, wind down on a Friday afternoon with your work buddies or down a few pre-party drinks with friends. Thumbs up to the waitress who takes care of her Guinness-drinking customers like they were her very own family. read more

Very legitimate old man pub that's as welcoming to groups of young people as it is to its solitary regulars. Pints are very cheap compared to most other spots around town. We were on €4 Fosters all night! A great spot for drinking before hitting somewhere else up in town! Also the upstairs area is incredibly cosy! I figure it's a place that'll either grow on you the more you go or piss you off the more you go. Different strokes for different folks! But I love it... For now at least read more

First pub visited in Dublin. And the best pub visited in Dublin for Guinness. No-frills but wonderful atmosphere. Cozy. Not overly crowded. Good for conversation and also an easy place to strike up a conversation, if you choose. read more

One of the most under rated pubs in the city. Welcoming barman - tick Great Guinness - tick Value for money - tick (€4 a pint!) Comfy seats - tick Great location - tick Quiet, upstairs section with real fire - tick. To top it all off, you can stop by Burdocks next door, for the best chips in the city, to warm you up on the walk home or to your bus stop. For the last five years, a group of us have met here on Christmas Eve afternoon for a few pints beside the fire. We call the event 'Real Dubs' as all of our culchie friends have vacated the city. It feels great. read more

This was one of a few spots open on Christmas Eve, and it was right next to our hotel. Prompt, professional service and good drinks. Had a great conversation with the gentleman next to us. read more

I've never eaten here but I had a ball drinking in here on New Year's Day this year and I keep meaning to go back. It's a really old style regulars' pub. Being January 1 it wasn't very busy, but that didn't stop us enjoying ourselves. The pints of Guinness were delicious and the service was great too - a very friendly bartender was on duty and he even turned the telly to the channel we wanted. The loos are quaint in a nice way and the whole place has a really lovely vibe. I must pay the Lord Edward another visit. read more

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Only went for dinner. I would warn that both dishes we ordered and most that I saw were cream based seafood. Even the muscles were in a cream base. I ordered the Lobster Thermidor check in at 50 euro this night (and creamy). French Onion soup is different as it does not have melted cheese layered atop. Meringue Lord Edward was an interesting surprise for desert. read more

Had a fantastic dinner here on my last night in Dublin. Delicious seafood chowder that was primarily seafood. Great main dish of Lord Edward sole. Cooked perfectly, great mix of tastes. Delicious cheesecake for dessert. And the service was friendly and fast and patient. My friends and I sat and chatted for hours, and they brought water while we discussed the previous week. I will definitely return when I'm in Dublin again. read more

I'm loathe to review the Lord Edward as I don't want people to find out about it. Once a pub gets well-known it loses it's coolness and I go elsewhere. Great pints and gruff service. read more

Best lobster I've ever tasted. My wife got the clam chowder and her eyes lit up!. With 3 stories, the restaurant has two bars to choose from and the dining area at the top with a cozy fireplace and view you can enjoy as you eat. This is exactly what we were looking for when thinking of seafood in Ireland and would certainly return read more

I would regularly go for after work drinks here. Nice pints. Quiet pub. Don't know anything about the restaurant though.