Fabulous food, home-cooked, home-smoked, home-baked. Was very pleasantly surprised as we just found…read moreit by chance driving from Dublin to Kilkenny on the back roads.

Super pub and restaurant run by a very friendly family, The Horan's. I eat here often on my travels…read morebecause the food is so delicious and great value for money. They serve an excellent pint of Guinness also.

This place is AMAZING! Set off in a the Kilkea Castle estate that is gorgeous, you can dine…read morecassually while imagining the lives of the rich and famous 1000 years ago! The service and food are excellent and the price is quite fair!

Traveling abroad in Ireland has been swell on my first morning. There aren't many spots to eat at…read more12pm around Glendalough. I'm so glad I found this cozy, warm, earth-toned restaurant. The dark wood table tops and cast iron bases just make me feel grounded. One of the hosts asked if I had a reservation, and I was almost sad because I didn't expect it. She was kind enough to seat me anyway. I don't know her name, but she was lovely, golden hair, and bright green glasses! I was served by Avinash, who had a warm demeanor. My phone was about 20% and he kindly let me charge it; hence why I do not have any photos of the meal :) at the end of the meal, when I asked for an espresso, Avi came back with my phone as well-- a nice touch of remembrance. I had the slow cooked lamb leg, with potatoes, carrots, and rosemary stuffing with a balsamic mint sauce. It was divine. It was my first meal of the day, and I savored every last bite. The atmosphere was just what I needed. 5/5 would return. And did yall know they got first editions of Bam Stoker, Oscar Wilde, and James Joyce??? Sheeesh.

Completed a 5 mile hike on Kippure and was time to reenergize. This highly rated restaurant was a…read morelittle out of the way but close enough to give it a try. This was a sizable restaurant with an large outdoor seating area. Inside was nicely decorated and busy. I ordered the Seafood chowder that was thick, hot and with nice spice. After two mouthfuls the Corned Beef Rueben came out which made for a difficult decision to eat what first. The corned beef Rueben was ok, not as good as The Temple bar, too dry and a far 10th to my own juicy corned beef. While waiting for the check, I headed to the head to wash up and upon arrival back, my remaining beer was gone and table cleared as they thought I left. I Paid the bill and on my way. Place seems like a great place To hang outside during warmer weather although it seemed the staff was short handed.

The food was cooked just right and the staff was very nice and welcoming. We found this place just…read moreby chance by driving around Ireland when we got hungry. The steak is supposed to be amazing, I'll likely try it next time if I'm nearby. We all had the burger and boy was it good! Not over cooked, not undercooked but just right- something hard to get by nowadays. It was so filling I couldn't even finish my homemade chips, and I'm no newbie to burgers! Price was slightly above average, but if you take quality into account, you're definitely getting the better deal!

We drifted in here about 5 pm and the place was hopping. Live music and a short wait for a table…read more Great, loud pub ambiance. We ate an early dinner, including lamb shank and beef stew. Both were good and exactly what you think of for Irish comfort food. Friendly, efficient staff. It's a tourist spot, but a fun one. Btw: the name is not racial. The original owner was Dorcas Kelley, nickname Darkie.

I'll start with the good: loved the vibes and look and feel and the fact that they do different…read morestyles of live music every night means I just might be back. The staff are also very nice and despite how busy it is, service was quick. Neutral: this place was smaller than I was expecting and could be cramped if you're trying to eat as well as drink Bad: the food left something to be desired. I tested bangers and mash and barely made it through one sausage as they seemed mushy and the texture through me off. Would return but not to eat

We had a great dinner here. It is upstairs and right near the main intersection of town. The food…read morewas well prepared and much better then a lot of what we've had in the smaller Irish towns on our trip. 3 course mean was 27 euro and they brought out a little extra appetizer which was pulled pork on toasted bread which was very good too. Waitress said they had been open about 7 months as of December 2016. Over all highly recommend.

Located in the Pembroke hotel; it's a classical style dining with a combination of American, and…read moreIrish fusion style menu selections. Servers are cool and will let you gab until you are ready for the check. They also don't add an extra tip even knowing you're a tourist (don't worry VAT 23% tax gets you anyways). Had the prawn crab tacos as well which have a mango fused cream sauce. Definitely worth sitting down and e joying your meal with a cocktail

This was one of the top 5 best meals we have had ever!!! Service was exceptional!!! Had a three…read morecourse meal. Everything was delicious!!! Definitely would recommend if visiting the area!

I've been meaning to go here for a while, it has a great reputation. It's cute, the lady who took…read moreour order was adorable and it's as Irish as it gets. On Saturdays, you can choose from the daily special (roasts or lasagna), pannini, home-made soup and of course delicious homemade desserts. We had a chicken and chipotle panini and I was very impressed with the chipotle. My friend had the roast beef which comes with 3 veg and a side of roast potatoes. It needed a bit more gravy which they were happy to give us on request! To finish, we tried their lemon meringue pie, which was good and their seasonal crumble (apple, rhubarb and strawberries) which was excellent. My friend had two americanos, which were pretty decent. They also have a lovely garden up front with a wooden deer sculpture. Highly recommend!

This had to have the best brown bread in all of Ireland ! And the scones!! This former foundry…read moreupdated with beautiful gardens , has it all . Good food is an art and this is proficient. The salads are fresh and the meat tender and flavorful .

Wonderful food, wonderful sangria, wonderful service, wonderful atmosphere!! We didn't have a…read morereservation, but the hostess quickly checked & said they only had outdoor seating--which was a simply delightful! (& perfect weather for it). Everything tasted fabulous, & when we told them we had tickets to a show nearby soon, the server said she informed the kitchen...& everything came to our table in prompt succession. Go grab a meal at this delightful place!

Amazing! We had two adults and one tween, and we all loved it! We shared loads of small plates,…read morewhich is recommended. The food came quite quickly, which was good because we were hungry. The staff were friendly, and where we were sitting was amazing. We walked in, and we pre-booked, and as soon as we walked in we knew it was good. We got taken outside, as we booked, and taken under this wooden structure with lovely L.E.D lights. Overall I would definitely recommend

Located in the residential streets of Booterstown, the Old Punch Bowl is quintessential Dublin pub:…read morecharming, historic, and full of character. The exterior has that classic brick-and-wood look you'd expect, hinting at a cozy, timeless space inside. Once you step in, low ceilings, vintage décor, and warm wood tones create a welcoming, traditional pub atmosphere, as football matches play on TV screens overhead, and the fireplace crackles in the corner. It's lively but not overwhelming, with chatter and music that feel proper for drinks and casual dining. At 8:30pm on a Friday night, our party of ten wanted a traditional Irish pub dinner (our first in the country). The pub was about ¾ full, but with some clever table rearrangement from the flexible waitstaff, we were able to be immediately seated. The menu is classic pub fare (fried appetizers and hearty entrees) - food and drinks aren't cheap by American standards, but given the ambiance, it hits the expected value. I ordered their Beef & Guinness Pie (€23.50), which is a hearty beef stew topped with a flaky piece of puff pastry. The dish comes with fries, though they were more than willing to substitute a salad at no additional cost; the salad tasted fresh, although I think it had a bit too much mayonnaise. The stew itself was warming and perfect for a chilly January night, with huge chunks of lean yet tender beef, simmered vegetables, and a savory broth with a hint of that classic Guinness flavor. I wish the puff pastry on top were flakier and less flat, though it was tasty when dipped in the stew. While it's a steep price for a pub entree, it's an incredibly large portion that I could barely finish, with a generous helping of meat. Another delicious dish was their Beer Battered Cod & Chips (€23.50), consisting of an expertly-fried large piece of cod with a perfectly-crispy exterior, chips, salad, and mushy peas. Their chips are thick-cut with a crunchy skin, yet tender, soft interior, and great when paired with their tangy, mayonnaise-based sauce. This is a lovely spot for generously-portioned pub fare in the charming neighborhood of Booterstown, and I'm more than willing to pay a premium for its fun, laid-back atmosphere, fast and friendly service, and tasty dishes; we'll certainly be returning to attend one (or more) of their various themed nights!

While passing through the Booterstown area of Dublin, we couldn't ignore the big yellow building…read moreand a name like The Old Punch Bowl! We weren't after anything particular on our drive, manly just views and vibes, but we ended up with a few pints, wings and some great local vibes here! We bellied up to the bar, grabbed a few Guinness and placed an order of wings to share. The Guinness was perfection a the wings were solid! Service was friendly and efficient. The bartender was chatty and welcoming! This spot is quintessential Irish pub from entry to exit. The people, the pints, the food and the combination of all three! Overall, such a cool find and great place to visit when in the area!