The first thing I should mention is that I spent €415.00 on a failed celebration in Fagans…read moreDrumcondra. Having booked dinner for 11 people well in advance of our visit, I arrived at 7.04pm on 21st March to find the tables were occupied by a large group of people with their meal in progress. The waitress did not seem surprised, and left quickly to see what could be done. Another waitress came along a few minutes later, advising that they were setting up another area. The manager then arrived and apologised, confirming it was totally their fault and a table would be ready soon. We were then led to two tables that would normally seat 4 on each table. 11 settings were squashed together and when we asked for another little table for more space, a small round table at a lower level arrived, which I refused (it was inserted between the two rectangular tables and did not solve the problem). I pointed to another suitable small table but that was refused, and a few minutes later, while not marked as reserved, it was given to other diners. The head waitress was unfriendly and made no effort to make up for the complete-let down with Fagans ignoring the booking I had carefully planned for my 60th birthday. When I wasn't ready to order wine as I was still upset with our table arrangement, she did not return to follow through on looking after us. The white haired manager was even worse, as he visited the other diners in that area and did not check in on us once in the whole evening to see that the rearrangements were satisfactory. We weren't offered the option of dessert and were not granted as much as one complimentary drink to compensate for ruining my night. Having been a local in Drumcondra for years before I moved to the UK, and my family still living there, I chose Fagans to support local business. The staff who death with my booking seemed very accommodating so I trusted I had made a good choice.

Recommend to me by the owner of the Bed and Breakfast we were staying at. On my trip I wanted to…read moreexperience real Irish pub food. This place does not disappoint. The pub atmosphere looked exactly as you would expect. A cozy bar that was extremely welcoming like you've lived there you whole life and visit daily after work. The service was wonderful. The staff were very pleasant and helpful. The food was delicious! I had roast beef and vegetables. The sauce it came with was perfect! The portions were huge too! Definitely would recommend if you're in Dublin!

Pub on the outskirts of Rathcoole, actually a great stop off before hitting a road trip out west or…read moredown south. This pub is deceiving, from the outside you think small and cosy but this place sprawls out and has lots of seating, even has a nice conversatory area which is cosy with heaters making sure you stay cosy, no matter what it's like outside. Staff are friendly and table service is great here, always plenty of lounge staff on and beats queuing at the bar. I'm not local so it's a tough one to get to unless you live local or like I said just have a quick bite to eat/half glass before you drive onwards out of Dublin.

Very decent. 6:45pm…read moreon a Friday night, the carpark is full and all seats are taken but the Poitín Stil being the little cubby it is, we find a space in the corner. The menu is wide and varied and they are happy to make changes where required, which always says to me that the dishes are made up fresh. I have had both the fish and chips and the ribs here and both are very good. I don't think the deserts are made on-site so the main star is the savoury food. The after-dinner coffee was smooth and tasty. Come 9pm, the crowd has thinned a little, but again, due to the "cubby-hole" nature of this pub, it never feels empty as much as it never feels over-crowded.

Good bar food…read more American chicken served hot. Easy to substitute for other stuff on menu. Spotlessly clean..... So clean it was impressive. Reasonably priced and staff appreciated a tip. Wished she hadn't said "Have a nice day" though. When Euros say that I always think they are taking the piss. I'd eat here again .... Excellent pub grub style food.

"The Birthplace of Guinness". Well ye can't get better than that!…read more The Village Inn is on the site of the old brewery in which Arthur Guinness brewed his first beer way back in 1709. With a pedigree like this, you would expect to find the finest pint of Guinness in the land within those four walls. And you wouldn't be let down. Creamy consistency. Perfect pour. Careful consideration of the Black Stuff. Beyond the Guinness, the management of this watering hole take a commendable interest in keeping things lively and the regulars (and not-so-regulars!) stimulated and happy to be there. From drinks promotions to a trad night on a Thursday, various bands on a Sunday (excellent Sunday Sesh to be had here folks, for those inclined), to poker nights, six screens for watching sport in the lounge, and a function room with private drinks taps on each table. Bar staff are really friendly here too - they've all been there for ages so are well versed on the lay of the land. The lounge serves breakfast from 10am to 12 noon, carvery lunch is also available daily and bar food is served throughout the day. Above all, the pub has a warm, welcoming atmosphere. There is a lounge and a bar, with a perfect little snug right next to the bar if you can get down there in time and beat the locals. If you ARE in the bar, make sure you also save all your receipts, because every Sunday, each receipt is put in a draw to win a pot of money to go towards funding those ever-so-tasty beverages (minimum of €500 each week!!!!)

Nice looking and atmospheric pub in Blackrock. Must be under new management, though. I've had good…read moreexperiences in the past here but today the food wasn't very good - could have done better in Supermac's to be honest- and it took almost an hour to arrive after ordering. Regret to say I can't see myself going back.

The best way to describe this pub is traditional…read more This is not the place to come if you're dolled up to the nines, looking for a cosmo or the coolest, latest German beer - this is a pints of Guinness, tayto crisps and sports on the telly kind of pub. And I do not mean that as an insult, I just mean its no frills, casual and the atmosphere inside reflects the décor on the outside. Yes, it is pretty much male dominated - and we're talking the older kind of male mostly - but you'd be hard pushed to find a better spot to watch the most recent Irish/Leinster/Gaa/Soccer match. If you're looking for a quiet enough spot to enjoy a few pints with friends, then look no further. One word of advice - don't order the platters. They're nothing to write home about!

The food was good. The service was excellent. They were fast and it tastes great. The building had…read morethe feel of everything you would expect from Dublin. Would definitely eat here again.

Our recent Lunch at Lincoln's Inn was one of the best pub meals Gayle and I enjoyed during our…read more2-week vacation in Dublin. It's right across the street from the National Gallery, which we decided to visit after Lunch. We snagged a nice table by the window (in the very comfortable bar side) with both table service (including order delivery from the Kitchen) to be fast and friendly. Gayle raved about her Fish and Chips, while my Seafood Chowder (with brown bread) was equally delicious. And they carried Beamish Stout!

Where else but in the capital of Ireland would you have so many pubs known by two names ie the…read morefamily name (Hedigan's) and the fancy name (Brian Boru). This place has long been a favourite of students and young professionals in the Phibsborough area - as well as locals who've been a bit longer in the tooth. It's fair to say that rather than searching for some random historical connection it is believed that Brian Boru struck camp in the area prior to marching his troops to victory (and his own death) down the road in Clontarf. The pub is large and expansive as is its beer garden. If you want a bit of local colour then I'd recommend dropping in for Sunday lunch.

This is an unassuming local pub on the Phibsboro/Glasnevin border…read more What I like about this pub is that it just feels like a traditional Dublin pub. There's no loud music and is the perfect pub for quiet chats and pints on a Saturday night. Friendly staff. Nice pints. Mixed friendly clientele. Most importantly when you ask for a packet of crisps they give you a packet of King!

Beautiful patio plenty of outdoor seating. Bartenders are funny jokesters. Did not try the food but…read morelooked good.

I live very close to it I've gone there for the past 11 years 3 good restaurant very nice people…read morereally nice food

We had dinner here at O'Neills Pub & Townhouse on our last evening in Dublin Tue 28/07/2026. Very…read morebusy, but comfortable pub & restaurant conviently located in central Dublin on Pearse St. near Trinity College. We were immediately acknowledged and seated at the room next to the bar area. Our server was Sacha. We started off with a pint of Guinness (e7.50) & a glass of wine (e8). Dinner was authentic Shepard's Pie (e19.50) - large dish of lamb & potatoes, served piping hot & was excellent. Also their beef & Guinness pie w/ champ & peas (e22) - good portion, hot, & delicious. Menu is traditional with some modern offerings. Dinners run e18-22. Lunch e12-18. Hours: Mon-Sat 12pm-11:30pm, closed Sun. No street parking. Best to use public transport. Overnight guest rooms are available via reservations. We had been here four years ago and it was more then good enough to go again this year. Thank you Sacha & the staff at O'Neill's for another memorable visit. Nick & Liz, Albany, NY, USA

Probably some of the best fish-n-chips in town. Looks touristy but isn't. Tons of locals…read morerecommended as their go-to for a bite and a pint. Great place to watch a match! Bar service for ordering but they'll bring your food to table. Had a blast here our last day in country!