Oh this place really is divine. I wish there were more like it in Dublin!…read more Definitely a little hidden in the backstreets as previous reviewers have said, but so worth the trip! (Make an outing out of it, go there for your lunch and take it up to the Phoenix Park to eat it, then catch an afternoon screening in the Lighthouse Cinema, and grab some dinner in L Mulligan Grocer on Manner St. I am salivating at the thought....mmm....) So what can you find in this purty little spot? It's all about local folks! They stock Irish (and European) cheese and meats, handmade breads, fresh fruit and veges, freshly made sandwiches and pastries, olives, various other pickled schtuff and all the rest of those types of delish bits n bobs you won't find in your local supermarkets. The Lilliput Press is across the way as well if you want a little read. I just wish they had more seating in here, but I guess that may take away some of the tiny shop charm of the place. Maybe in the summer they could stick some tables outside (perhaps they do this already - anyone know?!!) Either way, it's a fanfreakingbrilliantastic place to have a gander in and get noshed up. Oh - they have coffee & wine too! Bonus!!! Wiiinnneee....

If you can find this place, well done! It is really hidden away but when you find it you will be…read morefilled with a warm feeling, it's a really cool find. It's call Lilliput for two reasons, one as a homage to Lilliput press that is in the area and the other reason because for such a tiny shop, it really squeezes a lot in. It has a range of regular and artisan products. Cheeses from around the country, artisan breads, olives from Morocco, lots of wines and delicious sandwiches to go. A coffee will set you back the princely sum of €1.50. There are seats built into the shop front so you can relax and enjoy the atmosphere. The girl I was chatting with was a pure doll, she recommended a few local events to me, I really appreciate when people know the community they work in and are welcoming like they are here.

MUST TRY A TOASTIE when in Ireland. It's an entirely…read moredifferent experience from what we know as grilled cheese. We asked the employee how to pronounce the name, he stated the dh at the end is silent. Walking in, we were immediately greeted with friendly service. Since we were spankin new, he explained the menu. There's a kiosk to order, but he helped customize mine, since I'm dairy free. Woo hoo, yes! they offer dairy free cheese that melts! So I ordered a tuna with pickles, sourdough, dairy free cheese, lettuce, and seasonings per his recommendation. Hubby ordered the hambo with a side of Guinness steak flavor chips. Yum! The outside of the bread was perfectly crisp and the inside was an explosion of flavors , all good! The layer of tuna was thin ( I think a bit more of tuna) would have made it even better. But, nevertheless, every bite was a melty flavor sensation. The hambo was very good. Add a chip/drink combo for 3 Euro. Great service, tasty food!

The sandwiches are amazing! So flavorful and just the right size. Highly recommend the Spicy Beefo…read more It was not spicy and the flavors were great.

It's easy to miss Bolands Sandwich Bar because of its location on Duke Lane…read more But people should seek this place out. It provides the simple service of sandwiches, pretty run of the mill sandwiches at that. But they are fast and the sandwiches are extremely great value. Today I got a chicken and stuffing on white, which was pre-made and ready to go from their fridge. In and out super quick. It wasn't a gourmet or artisan sandwich, but for what it was it was pretty good. I really enjoyed it too. The best part, it cost 2.80 EUR. But the standard was much higher than than the price suggests. They also have a counter down the back where you can have your sandwich made to your own liking. Highly recommended.

Save value, a hot chicken roll, a cuppa wedges and a can of drink for €5. The best bargain, it…read moredeserves 5 stars in itself. Simple food, but it's nice!

This new cafe is a jewel!! It's my new go to coffee and lunch spot! The owner is so friendly and…read moretheir creative delicious daily lunch special was made with quality ingredients that made my tastebuds dance. I had the chicken and mushroom bruschetta with Parmesan shavings and truffle oil. It was served with a rocket with lemon dressing and a broccoli and garlic soup! I had a homemade scone and a perfect coffee for dessert! I felt full without feeling heavy! Needless to say I'll definitely be back!

From the owner: We do amazing sandwiches and make all our sauces, dressings and tapenades…read more We also have tasty salads, soups and a gorgeous daily lunch special. Our coffee is Matthew Algie and organic, fairtrade and rainforest alliance certfied.

I had previously come here for lunch and loved it. Staff were friendly, food was delicious and…read moreatmosphere fab. I came here for breakfast this morning and my experience left me never wanting to go back. I don't eat huge brekkies so I opted for the small breakfast. Before I could even finish my sentence when I was ordering the girl was walking away from the table and asking if I wanted tea or coffee as she was trying to escape. I asked if I could swap the bacon for black pudding. "Nope. No substitutes. It says so on the menu." as she points at the menu. Fair enough I thought and asked for the menu back. She didn't appear to want to give me the menu back and I was told I could add pudding though. I said fine. Do that. I just wanted black pudding with my breakfast. Again she was walking away as I was trying to talk. It was rushed. It was rude. I asked for my egg poached and for brown bread rather than toast. Breakfast came. Food was standard brekkie fare. Tasty enough. Tea was beyond weak and clearly a result of buying in cheap teabags. It wasn't drinkable. Even after sitting for 10 minutes there was no strength to it. I went to pay and was told it was €7. I queried this as the small breakfast is €5 and extra sausage is €1 so I would presume the pudding was the same. Then I was told it was €1 extra for a poached egg. What? Guess what she did? She pointed at the menu and says IT SAYS SO ON THE MENU!. I said well I didn't see that. The attitude was ridiculous. I handed over my money and got no thank you or any sort of oh sorry about that or whatever . I was blanked and she just started saying hello to someone walking into the shop. Rude. Rude. Rude. She should have told me that it would be extra for a poached egg. Just like she was more than capable of telling me that there was no substitutes. So my issues here. It DOES NOT say on the menu no substitutes. What it says is that substitutes may be extra. Don't point at the menu saying oh it says on the menu. Like I'm sorry did I just sign up to a 12 month contract with Virgin Media and I'm being caught out by the small print? I feel like I was almost required to agree to a terms and conditions before ordering my breakfast. Am I required as a customer to read every single detail on this menu before ordering? Like c'mon! I'm not sure if this person is an owner or a manager or just a regular staff member but if it's the latter then someone needs a word. If it's the former then cop yourself on. As an infrequent customer I felt out of place. She was greeting all the regulars and paying them much more attention. The most pleasant part of the dining experience was the girl who took away my plate. A different girl to the one who served me and took payment. Attitudes need to be rechecked with this individual. It's doubtful I will return.

Another place in D7. Thankfully, it's another great place!…read more You could call it somewhat of a more old school cafe/diner. Zero 'hipster' influences. The menu is simple, kinda Irish and most importantly, very tasty. Actually, it's also great value for the portion sizes. Coffee is refilled as you enjoy your food, staff are very friendly and there are a tonne of interesting and kitsch items on all of the walls. Worth a visit if you're hungry, worth a visit if you're hungover and worth a visit full stop. Do it.

Something just didn't click…read more Iunno if it's just because I don't like cooked greens in my meals or not but I don't think it was just that. On this particular day I ordered the Chorizo Benedict and it definitely looked good. All the ingredients were cooked enough but the flavor's didn't blend as much as I'm used to with Benny's. I think I would of liked it more if the Hollandaise sauce had just a little bit more flavor. Aside from that the decor is stunning and the staff like most people I've met in Ireland, were super kind!

Been wanting to try this place for a while. On our way to the National Museum down the street we…read morepopped in for a coffee. This was about 2.30 with the advertised closing time at 3, so we thought we'd have to settle for take out. Not a bit of it. We were waved to a table in a surprisingly small but cozy room just as a massive posse of, I'm guessing, law students from Blackhall Place also descended. Anyway, service was brisk and there seemed to be no pressure to leave so we upped our order to a spectacular BLT served with excellent chips. My companion ordered a scone which was pretty good too. Coffee was excellent. Will go back for a more substantial meal next time. The omens were pretty good.

Very quant coffee/breakfast place in Smithfield!I had a ham sandwich and it was so good! It was…read morerainy outside and a bit cold so I wanted to get something cozy, and the spiced warm cider definelty fit the bill! The service was great and it was in a prime location!

great food, very kind staff. I went with the seasonal salad and a side of beef. nice outside…read moreatmosphere too.

This was our first stop in Ireland. We were in look for a place for lunch & came across Third…read moreSpace. It is along a common area with plenty of seating & communal books to read through. I was wanting to try something authentically Irish. I went with the Black Pudding Sausage Roll. I have never had black pudding before & was going to give it a try. Its appearance was different than what I had envisioned but again I have never had it. The roll was quite tasty. My wife looked at the blacken pastry log with both discuss & curiosity. She looked up let her judgement down & speed to the internet for this mysterious beginning. Upon, learning of it origin asked if I had known what the contents were of this darken beast. Knowing the context of the question & that she would inform me of my potential horror I pressed on. The Black Pudding Sausage Roll was finished before the origins could be revealed. I would highly recommend this to anyone who has never experienced a true Irish meal.

I am going to start where it all began in Ireland, sort of…read more As I did not want to have a second straight continental breakfast, my tour guide suggested Third Space, a café not far from the hotel I was staying at. They allegedly serve an authentic Irish breakfast, which I had to try. It is all mostly delicious, affordable, and the service is friendly and fast to boot. The plate is arrayed beautifully, with the beans, sausage, rashers, and eggs tasting fresh. The generous amount of toast more than makes up for the heavy meats on the plate. Unfortunately I was not a fan of the pudding, and the hash browns did look a tad greasy, but the tomato and mushroom make up for them. They added good texture and balance to the meal. Sit back and relax, or get to work early and enjoy a nice breakfast here. It is a great way to start your day off right.

Tucked away in a little alley is the home of my favorite sandwich shop in Dublin (so far). I make a…read morestop here every time I'm in Dublin. They have a bunch of different burritos, soups and melts. They offer gluten free bread and vegan cheese for those who have dietary restrictions. It's a bit heavy but we all got something different each time and all loved this place. Service has been pleasant and quick every time.

Cheeeeeeese. Need I say more? Then let me say Bailey's…read moreIrish cream iced coffee. Cute place with good service.

Bang Bang is so much fun. This cafe has a little market in it with all sorts of things, including…read morefresh produce. You can find amazing things there that you have not seen before if you are not from Ireland. The cafe is so cute. It has all sorts of paintings and posters on the walls, all positive and sweet. The outside is wonderful and this place is super clean. The food in the cafe is great. Have a sandwich or a slice of cake (if they have any that day). All of it is great. The people that own and work at Bang Bang are kind and sweet and are such a reminder of why we all love Ireland.

Bang Bang is such a cool little spot and is a great addition to the neighbourhood. Offering…read moreeverything from artisan groceries, tasty bakes on the bar (including paleo options if you're so inclined), a deli counter serving up delicious sandwiches and salads as well as cracking Silverskin coffee to wash it all down, what more could you want! The brunch burger in particular is a thing of beauty. There's a small amount of seating inside and a couple of benches out front, which are a great spot for chilling out on one of our rare sunny days. One thing Phibsborough has been lacking was a quality coffee shop and deli, and Bang Bang has definitely stepped up to fill that gap. Ive no doubt I'll find myself spending all my pocket money here in the time to come.