Specifically - Duke's Restaurant (upstairs) Full menu with…read moreoccasional special menu options which are very reasonable. Set in what seems like the attic of this yellow, thatched, quaint pub, Duke's restaurant seats about 30 maximum. It is like a hidden little gem overlooking Lucan village and, if it is quiet, like your own little getaway. The staff here are very accommodating and always available for your attention. I have sampled a variety of dishes here with no complaints, all tasty. I particularly enjoy the ceasar salad, which has the lightest, yet crispiest croutons I have come across. Downstairs you will find a nice quaint pub with quiet areas to sit in small or larger groups. Bar food is reasonable, if not a little bland. The menu for the bar rarely changes and chicken can be often dry. However, if you make a complaint, the staff here cannot do enough to help rectify the situation. I think this may have something to do with the hands-on management, with the proprietor regularly on site. Food is better in Duke's than in the bar.

Amazing food... you have to try it!!! The staff is friendly, the atmosphere is great and the…read morelocation is beautiful. If you plan to go for dinner make sure you have reservations!

The food here is good, although service can be a little on the slow side…read more There is the usual mix of bar food with presentation tending to be gastropub style. Parking is limited and it seems that most of the village uses the bar as its "local" resulting in slightly cramped conditions as the night progresses. Ample outdoor seating and a covered area which is ideal for any smokers in your party. Certainly would eat here again - but unlikely to unless staying in the hotel again.

A cozy pub located inside the courtyard area of the hotel. This pub is the definitive location of…read morethe birthplace of Guinness, a little known fact, which was first brewed here in 1756 by Arthur Guinness himself. You can safely presume then that you'll find a fine pint of the black stuff here without any doubts! Arthur's bar is my personal favorite pub here in Leixlip, great location and atmosphere. Indoor and outdoor seating is available and there is frequently live music. Would recommend for tourists to stop in for a cup of tea/coffee during the day or a drink in the evening and soak up the history behind this bar. Check their website for more information.

I returned to this place last night for one or two and was surprised by the new layout. It has…read morechanged from before it looks clean and modern its half restaurant and half pub now new tables and areas to have a drink in very well done its very open but there is private areas too. The staff are very friendly but they still have the same old bouncers with will give some of the people who come to this place before and had a horrible time because of them a bitter taste towards the place they need to replace them so the place has a whole new feel. I haven't eaten here yet but after leaving the place in another pub we got talking to a couple and they couldn't stop talking about the restaurant and the food in the penny hill speaks for itself I suppose very cheap and tasty I didn't give it 5 stars because I haven't eaten here yet and the bouncers are the old ones from before and I've had a horrible experience with them so that stopped me from giving it 5 stars but i will return soon

Eat here 2 weeks ago. Had heard it was good and quite similar to carrolls in Lucan village. It was…read morenothing like it the place was jam packed I ordered Cajun chicken and partner ordered beef I have to say it was just ok nothing special. The Cajun was way too spicy for me and the chips were ridiculously big. Wouldn't be rushing back.

Has been our local since we moved here 52yrs ago always a welcome great staff service and food we…read morehad many celebrations there birthdays anniversary communion and family stuff thanks to all john dan gerry Damien Ben pat all bar staff always looking after us thanks

Large place to get a bite to eat and some drinks! There is a large outdoor area that is very…read moreaesthetic and has a nice smoke area. Has a younger and older vibe to it so good for all ages! Service was also very good as well.

My beautiful wife and I have been touring Ireland for a week and have finally landed back near the…read moreairport to sleep one short night before flying out in the morning. The staff and the crowd of regulars at this charming pub are among the most welcoming we have experienced in all of Ireland! They were as excited to tell us about their country and as they were to ask about ours! They were funny and friendly and the highlight of our day. Aaaand should the Sam Maguire ever make it back to Mayo, we should return and celebrate with Sean!

Sunny Day Central…read more Nothing beats sitting in a beer garden on a Sunday in Ireland. Absolutely nothing! Except maybe sitting in a beer garden on a Sunday in Ireland on the water. Now that takes some beating. McEvoys is one of those places that is just made for one of those ultra-rare-not-a-cloud-in-the-sky days. Set right on the canal just outside of Celbridge is this gorgeous pub. Full of walkers who have come along the canal on a stroll with their dogs plus lots of locals and even some lucky houseboat owners. The mood is always friendly and jovial, with an atmosphere that's second to none. Here you will find: - A pre-pint walk along the canal - A load of benches with a view of the boats and the water - A super cosy and comfy bar inside if it gets a tad chilly in the evening (you know it will!) - A great pint of the black stuff - A dog friendly bar To be honest, whether it's raining or shining, I'd still recommend this spot. Gwan the outskirts!

So glad we stumbled upon this place and I'm so happy we did. Stellar service and a really great pub…read moreenvironment. The food was absolutely great and filling, the fish n chips were some of the crispiest ever and the curry was so phenomenal! The staff was so sweet and attentive. Definitely a great spot!

A wonderful expierience of fine dining. A family setting of perfection. I did enjoy my meal and I…read moreloved the menu variety.

The Salmon Leap has had a makeover and a very pretty one at that. The outside looks great and the…read morevintage bike is a lovely touch. The food is your average pub grub (burgers, steak, curries) but all the dishes were cooked very well. I found the menu a little limited (4 mains and a special) but we arrived at 4.45 so I'm guessing we got the lunch menu. By 6pm the place was heaving and a queue had formed for the tables so get there early at weekends if you don't fancy a wait at the bar. Oh and if you have forgotten to make the trip to Tesco for the wife don't panic, you can also buy Kerrygold, Cornflakes and Wellies behind the bar.

I haven't been here in years, and they've done a really great job with the facelift of this place…read more They seem to be placing a lot more emphasis on food, and general cosiness which is A-ok with me. The only thing was that the food just wasn't quite good ENOUGH, and the place just wasn't quite cosy ENOUGH. Like it was all PRETTY good. But not amazing. Re. cosiness - we were sitting right next to a big open fire that wasn't lit and it was a really freezing day. Just get her lit lads!!! Re. the food. It was all good, but not sensational. We had chicken wings which had hardly any sauce on them. Sauce that up!!! The brownies were really doughy and not great - none of us finished them. The chowder was delish though as was the brown bread. I think if they just put a little bit of extra thought into the whole situation, this could be a five star-er. But for now, I'm gonna leave it at 3.5

Sunny Day Central…read more Nothing beats sitting in a beer garden on a Sunday in Ireland. Absolutely nothing! Except maybe sitting in a beer garden on a Sunday in Ireland on the water. Now that takes some beating. The Hatch Bar is one of those places that is just made for one of those ultra-rare-not-a-cloud-in-the-sky days. Chill out, sit on one of the picnic benches outside, soak up the atmos and check out the canal. Gorge.

Taxi driver said you have to go to this bar if you have anything to do with horses. So we did…read more Stayed for 4hrs met a lot of very nice people. Drinks were good and food was also awesome. Looking at the canel with all the beautiful boats, what a sight!

Just home from having dinner here with my other half…read more The menu here is HUGE. I can sometimes find it hard to find something on a menu that I like however the menu was that vast I couldn't decide between a number of dishes. I opted for the vol au vents with chicken, bacon and mushrooms in a white wine sauce which also came with a side of chips. The other half order the BLT and chessey bacon chips. We also ordered a side of battered onion rings. We could have done without the sides as neither of us finished our meals as the portions were so big. My other half also ordered warm apple pie with ice cream for dessert (I don't know how but he managed to finish every bit). All this plus a coke and one pint cost less than €40. So reasonable but yet the food was soo good! The layout is nice as they have some little cubby areas to sit away from people watching the big screans. All the staff were soo friendly, we had a laugh and a joke with them! There is parking in the back of the pub however it only facilates a small number of cars and you need to ask for a permit to pop in your window. Overall really impressed and looking forward to going back.

I have never been here on a night out, although I have called in during the week for a quite pint…read moreor two. The main draw for me is the carvery lunch they offer daily. I work in Leixlip from time to time and when I am there and looking for a good carvery lunch, Murphys is the best spot in town. The staff is always attentive and the food is always good. The one thing I think that separates Murphys from other carverys is the fact they always have four or more types of meat to choose from. You are not limited to pork loin, roast beef, or whatever a normal carvery is having that day. They always offer roast beef, pork loin, and turkey crown everyday, so you can always be sure to have something you haven't had already that week. They are also right down the road from HP and Intel, so for those of us who work in Leixlip or find themselves on-site there its pretty handy sure.

Old style bar and new style Lounge - Best pint of Guinness in Lucan - served by very pleasant…read morebarstaff. Try and see!

I am just old enough to remember the Ball Alley before it was refurbished. It seems so long ago…read morethat I remember having my first pint there in what seemed, to a young man, like a dark outpost, far away from all civilisation. It was not without it's charms. Today, or post refurbishment, the pub has managed to remain a classic pub, retaining all the values things that made it and make it so good. The Guinness is among the tastiest in Dublin. The staff are great. Dropping pints down to you, clearing tables and asking "How's the father?" In top of this, there's never (excluding the rare band appearance) loud music playing. The only thing you have to talk over is the sound of other folk, having the best conversation they've had all week. So do yourself a favour. Call up that friend you're about to lose touch with, and get down to the Alley.