Arrived right at opening for lunch (noon) on a rainy Wednesday. OWNER Told us we could sit "anywhere" but then told "that one's reserved" - (nobody came the entire time we were there the place was empty.) Owner bartender was friendly enough and explained any questions we had. Hubby ordered the fish & chips which was a very nice portion & came with a side salad hubby gave to me!! I opted for the soup of the day (vegetable) seems ALL THE SOUPS HERE ARE PUREED??!! And it came with brown bread & butter which I found tasteless. lol service was SPIT ON!! Food was tasty, hot, & just now what I expected for vegetable soup! read more

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Classic Irish pub, a lot of seats and very comfortable sofa area, good selection of whiskies, and good music on weekend nights. read more

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Ambiance is traditional Irish pub. Chicken fingers were over cooked. Mom also got a soup and the way they do the soups it seems is that everything is puréed. In the states if you get vegetable soup it's broth with chunks so it reminds us of baby food. The fish and chips was decent. If I ate it without the homemade tarter sauce it was bland. But the tarter sauce was delicious. Also this was the best glass of Sauvignon blanc my whole trip. read more

Madigans - Chicken fingers and chips - Pubs Near Me - Dublin, D

Found this charming pub within walking distance of our hotel. They recommended the Irish stew and we were not disappointed. It was amazing! Our only issue was that our waiter apparently ended his shift in the middle of our meal and left us without a server. Took quite a while to close out our check. But don't let that stop you. The stew was delicious! read more

Stopped by again for some hot tea. They really have the perfect atmosphere to relax, eat, & drink! Every meal that passed us looked amazing. They tea is served in a stainless pot that keeps the water hot for a very long time. Just what we needed after a long day of walking Dublin in the wind & rain. You can see our meal in the pictures from our previous visit! GREAT FOOD!!!! Most Sincerely! read more

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Madigan's was good, for a tourist area pub and restaurant. Great decor and service. With the table of 6, I was able to try the chicken tenders which were my favorite. The Gaelic Chicken was our waitress's personal favorite so that's what I ordered, which was good. The burgers and fries are fantastic and the chicken wings were shockingly tasty. read more

Great Irish Pub in town. Friendly and tasty all service are welcomed and friendly! I want to comeback next time I'm here again. read more

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Friendly service and great Irish food. I enjoyed the Bangers and Mash with its crispy sausages & a rich flavor. My wife ordered the chowder and it was so light & creamy! read more

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Proper Irish Pub- great food and drink choices. Beautiful decor, fantastic staff... lots of fun! read more

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We stopped in here for dinner, as it was conveniently located. Our waiter was very nice and efficient. We ordered a Guinness and our meal, and all came out quickly. My Irish stew was delicious and flavorful. Mr B's fish and chips were bland and soft. The quest for crispy, tasty Irish fish and chips continues. read more

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Traditional Irish pub vibes. Staff is nice and drinks are good. There's some outside seating. Don't have any food so I can't attest to that.

Based on all the reviews, it looks like we possibly visited this place on an off night. Even though the food was decent and the staff was attentive, this place was dead and they were oddly playing a bunch of old American pop music. Even though there was a sign outside stating there would be live music, there was none, though we would've been happy with something else playing on the radio. As Americans, this was surely our most mediocre experience in Ireland. read more

It was our last night in Ireland and we were looking for somewhere special for dinner. When we found this place on our way back to our hotel we knew this was the place. The atmosphere screams local Irish pub which we loved. Jackie waited on us and she was fabulous! She shared tips and advice for our next Ireland trip. The service was great! We started with craft beer as we were attempting to try all local beer. I had the Five Lamps Red Ale which was very good. I was in a steak mood so I ordered the Prime Irish Striploin Steak. It was cooked perfectly and served with house fries. Everything was delicious. We will definitely stop in on our next Irish Vacation partially for the food but mostly to see Jackie. She was a pleasure to talk to. read more

I will never forget Madigan's. It was here where I have seen the light and had a life-changing, earth-shattering experience - My first authentic pint of Guinness. My friends and I came here on our first night (a Saturday night at around 8) for dinner. The only thing that annoyed me was that we were never greeted by anyone. Since we didn't know if it was standard to seat yourself in Dublin (not that there were any tables available), we kind of just walked awkwardly to the back and loitered by the bar. We finally got a waiter's attention and he just told us that it would be a wait, though he didn't say how long. So we decided to sit by the bar. The bartender (who I'm guessing was also the manager) was nicer - told us it would be a 15 minute wait or so. So that's when we ordered our drinks and my view of Guinness was changed forever. The food - I ordered fish and chips. It was pretty good considering the only fish and chips I've ever had was at this really disgusting shack of a place in Brooklyn. Came with mushy peas which I was not a fan of. If I were to go back to Dublin, I probably wouldn't go to this restaurant again. It didn't stand out to me or anything but the only reason why I'm writing a review is because I want to remember this place as the place that gave me my first Guinness. I guess it's back to shitty wet bar rag Guinness now that I'm back home. And the search for the perfect pint in NYC continues. Stay tuned! read more

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Great local pub on O'Connell's Street Lower serving some great Guinness. Came here one night for dinner after a day's outing and working up an appetite. I ordered their Madigan Tower Burger: 13.95 8oz prime Irish Steak burger, melted red cheddar, beef tomato, baby gem leaf, crispy smoked bacon, topped with Madigan homemade burger sauce & served with a spiced curved chip. My friend ordered the Sweet Potato, Courgette & Cauliflower Burger: 13.95 (Vegan) with crushed Avocado, fresh chilli jam, salted tomato & baby gem leaf. Their burger was delicious, even though you can't tell them to cook it medium in Ireland. The beef just tastes so fresh and yummy. I could eat one of these burgers every night for dinner no problem. I'm obsessed with their "what I usually call french fries" but instead they're called chips. They were just so perfect and hot the way they came out, you wouldn't even need a dipping sauce to eat them with. Definitely finger-licking good. Ok, now I'm drooling thinking of them. Our server was very nice and was even from Canada if I can remember correctly. Our food and drinks came out quickly and we also didn't have a wait to be seated. The restaurant is long and large with ample seating. I'll definitely be back for those chips next time I'm in Dublin. read more

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I had my first ever Guinness here. So this pub will have a special place in my heart and will be remembered dearly. Staff was very friendly, guests a little bit on the "old" side but the entire atmosphere was typical for a pub which is located at one of Dublin´s main streets. Stopping here for a quick pint is recomandable. read more

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The waiter was a very nice young Irish gentlemen. He and my husband discussed sports before we placed our order. We both ordered fish and chips. The fish was fried to perfection but bland. The fries were cooked to perfection but also bland. We did use malt vinegar, which seems to be a common condiment for fries. On the day we dined for lunch, the crowd was at a minimum. Customer service was great. This is a seat yourself pub. read more

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This pub is pretty good, I can't say that I enjoyed the food that much. The beer and service was fantastic, no complaints there. It was always a happening place in the evenings, a fair crowd. One thing I did notice was a lot of foreigners. As this pub is on one of the main streets adjacent to many hotels, hostels, etc, there tends to always be a high concentration of foreigners and regulars. I wouldn't say it was my favorite pub, but I did enjoy a breakfast that I had here one more. A good Irish breakfast is always enjoyable. One things you must try at any Irish breakfast place is black & white pudding! read more

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On Connolly street you don't expect to find the best pub in the world and Madigans certainly isn't the best pub in the world. But it also isn't the worst. The barmen were attentive and quick with a joke; the food that came out of the kitchen certainly looked decent although we didn't sample any; the chairs at the bar were comfortable; not too highly priced. But that was about the best of it. Apart from the overwhelming smell of urine there was not much else to report. Seen better, seen worse. read more

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This place was the first stop at many restaurants I ate at in Dublin. The first day I would have rated it super high...but I have concluded that I was just super hungry after sitting in 4 different airports in 3 different countries for 24+ hours (thank you United and Continental Airlines). The waiter was probably the most friendly server I have ever had in ANY country I have been in. He was much older, but seemed to love his job and the people around him. He totally gets 5 stars. The Traditional Irish Stew was pretty good...but nothing spectacular. The portion was out of this world and I wasted like 12 USD on the freaking largest bowl of stew a person could imagine. It paired well with a Guinness, however. It is located in a very convenient location, but it is definitely not the place to go to get a true "Irish" feel. The whole time I was in there I was surrounded by tourists from Scandinavian countries. Overall, pretty good and reasonably priced. read more

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Had a fabulous evening or last night in Dublin. We sat at the bar and spent an hour talking with William and the rest of the bar staff. Very friendly and welcoming. Great atmosphere, good food and am absolutely fabulous staff. read more

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I came here five years ago because the location is convenient off of O'Connell St. I couldn't pick between fish and chips or a Guinness cottage pie. I picked the fish and chips because it was made from haddock rather than cod. It was AMAZING. Best fish and chips I've ever had. The seating by the fireplace was cozy and comfortable. I am American and I visited Madigans with a local that enjoyed it as well, so you can trust that it's delicious! I love it here, and I will continue to come here on my visits to Dublin. read more

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The bartender was friendly, informative about sports and cute. Super funny too. I tried the Jameson, ginger and lime - we all had the fish and chips. Everything was great. I wish all pubs were as great as this one. read more

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Met a colleague here after work and he had a pint of Guinness, I had a coke. Great atmosphere, pity I was leaving as there was live music on in the evening read more

Had a lovely Irish meal. The pear salad was yummy. The pears beautifully caramelized and sweet. I had the Gaelic chicken. A herb and onion stuffed chicken fillet wrapped in bacon with a whiskey cream sauce. Definitely recommend this place. #maneklady #manektravels #manekeats read more

I recently moved into an apartment just about 10 minutes away from O'Connell Street and in my search for casual places close to home that serve good food and drinks, I came across Madigans. Although the service is sometimes a bit slow when it's busy, the staff are all really friendly and willing to stick around for a chat. The triple-decker club sandwich is hands-down my favourite club sandwich in the Dublin area and, trust me, I've tried a lot of club sandwiches! It's got chicken, bacon, tomato, onion and a fried egg and is served with chunky, yet still crispy, chips. Ask for garlic mayo on the side and you've got yourself a delicious, filling lunch, for under €10. read more

I don't know peoples past experiences but our family of 6 are at this establishment for our first meal and we're nothing but pleased with the meal and the atmosphere! Food for pretty much everyone was 10/10 and the drinks were top notch as well. Definitely recommend and will probably come back for one more meal before RTB! read more

Holy heck!! With 30 mins before our movie at the Savoy, we looked around for somewhere to sit. Madigans, sure why not? The interior is kinda nice, especially down back, with all the exposed brick work. Yes, we sat down back as that was the only table available. Well folks, the lads facilities are down back, and let me say the stench of old dry urine was eye watering. Have they never cleaned the place? Have they never heard of domestos? My cats litter box smells more hygenic after a weeks worth of business in it. There were people eating all around us, and all I could think was "why would you order food from a place where the stentch of toilet is overwhelming???????" We left without finishing our minerals. Kitchens and bathrooms people.. if your bathrooms not clean, your kitchens not clean!! read more

The best stew I have ever had! They were even closing up and stayed open for us. The perfect food to set off my Irish experience right! I have tried to make it myself but nothing compares. Incredible food and a great staff! Nom Nom! read more

Madigans - Rustic Stew with Slaney Irish Lamb, Seasonal Root Vegetables, Celery, Leeks, Onions and Potato served with Brown Soda Bread. - Pubs Near Me - Dublin, D

Stopped here to get the full Irish breakfast experience; they were about to start serving lunch, but Madigans serves breakfast until noon so we were just in time! The staff were chatty and very friendly and obliging, and our breakfast was excellent--juicy sausages, huge slices of bacon, white *and* black pudding, toothy slices of toast with butter, and even the huge mushroom which I don't normally like was delicious! I definitely know where I'm taking the people who are coming to visit me in Dublin later this year; will also have to visit in the evening one of these days, to see what it's like on live music nights! read more

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Very cool bar staff. They notice you as you come through and everyone is welcoming. I get the feeling this place could get busy, but we were there just after work for drinks and the crowd was normal/small. I drank Guiness and the pours were grand. I also noticed the selection and pours for wine looked well too. When on O'Connell Street for drinks, then I would come back here. Edit: Sometimes there's an off smell inside. I think it's from the cleaning products, but it can make your nose unhappy. read more

Love this place!! Great pie for dessert. Fun atmosphere and personable bartenders. Attentive and quick service. Reasonably priced and great selection. Will definitely visit again. read more

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The one thing Madigan's has going for it is the fact that it is close to the Savoy, so it is perfect for pre- or post-cinema pints. Apart from that Madigan's is a pub like so many others in Dublin city, with comfy chairs, a welcoming interior and friendly staff. The pints are good, the prices are reasonable for the pub being on O'Connell Street and there are worse pubs to spend time in. But having said that, there is nothing truly remarkable about it either... it is just your standard pub like so many others. Which is a good thing, if that's what you're looking for. read more

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This place was an oasis of authentic Irish ambiance in a city filled with cheap, cheesy tourist junk! We had a delicious dinner, the service was relaxed and friendly (it was so nice to be waited on by an actual Irishman!). After dinner I lingered over a glass of whiskey while my wife adjourned to our room next door. I loved the woodwork, the style. I'm so happy we visited! read more

We had been in Ireland for 2 weeks and enjoyed their food,. Madigans Had the best authentic Irish food around. Real traditional great Irish food like your grandmother would make. If you are planning on visiting Ireland you must stop at Madigans! read more

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Great service and great drinks. Staff was very attentive and willing to make us happy. Atmosphere was very relaxed and enjoyable !! read more

Madigans - Us with our bartender - Pubs Near Me - Dublin, D

The drinks are well priced but I'd say this is more of a hit it and quit it spot. Grab a drink guzzle it down and leave; however, being my first time in Dublin I decided to get the sausage. Learn from my mistake and steer clear of their food. Overall not the worst place I've been while on vacation here but not the best first impression of a new city. read more

This is a great little spot for some hearty Irish meal. Our server was excellent and the breakfast was filling, yummy and great! We had the traditional irish breakfast, some toast, jam, butter, tea and coffee. The scrambled eggs and all the other items were really good and the price is decent! Would definitely return if I am ever in Dublin. The meal kept me full and satisfied for the entire day! :) Fun place read more

This is a small, typically Irish public house located in one of the main streets in Dublin. From the outside you could walk straight past & not even realise it is a pub. Once you are inside it is quite dark & there are a usual crowd of regulars sitting at the bar. This pub is very popular with the local irish people, most of them stopping by after a long day at work. If you go downstairs into the lounge area, you can order food. It is not a restaurant per se, it still resembles a bar, but you can get food downstairs. The menu offers some delicious Irish fayre including my fav bacon & cabbage :0) Down to earth place that does not cost the earth & a genuine insight into the real irish culture read more

Bartender William was very attentive and helpful to the Yanks visiting. He recommended foods for the appetite. Open face falafel was excellent, wings were typical pub wings and daughter's Mexican bean tofu dish was reported to be very good. The Madigan's "Tower Burger" looked awesome. Great assortment of local beers. Prices were reasonable for Dublin. Super friendly staff, would return. read more