Heaven help me for patronizing an American chain eatery (even a relatively good one) while…read morevacationing abroad, but the reality of travelling with a large group is that sometimes you have to play the middle of the road. With vegetarians and other conservative eaters in our party, we found this place a godsend for a midafternoon pre-Trinity-College-sightseeing meal. Actually, it's pretty good on its own merits. I've eaten at other Counters and I like the setup...but there are too many choices! Patty, bun, cheese, toppings, and sauce. So many options! But if you enjoy culinary creativity and/or control, you will not go wrong here. The sides are good too, except that they were out of fried pickles. Sad face. We enjoyed regular fries, sweet potato fries, and grilled vegetables. Everyone enjoyed their burgers, so the meal was a success. Ironically, The Counter has table service, so it's not quite as quick as you might hope. But their sodas are from a fountain (yay, American style) so you can get refills. Plus, a bonus--their soundtrack of classic rock and respectable 80s and 90s tunes inspired at least four individuals in our multigenerational group to sing at various times. Clearly, they are all about variety.

You know what? Kudos for having a delicious veggie patty. It was good. The guac cost me an extra…read more€0.50 and it was very so-so. Giant bottle of Staropramen for a good price rounded out the positives attributes of my meal. Hubs' sweet potato fries were the 2nd best I've ever had (after the defunct 501 Club in Minneapolis). Unfortunately the rest of the meal was overrun with immense amounts of oil. My burger bun arrived. It was the color yellow and the consistency of a soggy sponge. That means somebody dipped it in Golden-Flo cooking oil before crisping it back up. Yes, it tastes delightful...the same way deep-fried Twinkies taste delightful. The guilt of eating it manages to cancel out the enjoyment. Also ruined by oil were the onion STRINGS. Confession: I thought they were onion rings. With just an 'R'. I was duped and disappointed when the STRings arrived looking all skinny and limp. Sure, they were promisingly covered in tasty batter...but as soon as I grabbed the first one, the underneath strings crunched the pile, which subsequently disintegrated into an oily pile of fried dough and stringy onion film on the plate. Not cool. The oil-to-food ratio ended up leaving me with hours of tummy feelings the equivalent to a brick buried in a pit thrown into a black hole. Had to take a dinner coma nap on the couch when I got home. Oh and I am from California so I am allowed to say this: For a California-based and California-themed restaurant, it feels nothing like California. This place feels vapid and sterile and I would never call California sterile. Vapid, maybe. Not sterile.

Not bad. Best thing about this place is filling portion sizes and being conveniently located across…read morethe street from Slattery's, a decent pub. Pub doesn't have a kitchen and encourages patrons to bring food in from outside. The chips are okay. Fried fish good too, wish I had extra vinegar. The fried chicken was a little soggy.

Pros: - solid location, right next to Slatterys so perfect…read moreafter a few pints - fried chicken was flavorful, crispy, and delicious - curry chips were plentiful Cons: - the curry was more on the sweet side than spicy which I wish I had known; I'm a spicy man - I should have asked if the snack box came with chips otherwise I wouldn't have ordered them separately

I don't usually give five-star ratings, but this place absolutely earned it. The food was…read moredelicious, and the burgers were HUGE. My boyfriend and I ordered the Dubliner and the Dutch--both were amazing. He preferred the Dubliner (probably because of the pickles), but honestly, you can't go wrong with either. We also had a half pint of Guinness, and let me tell you--Guinness in Dublin just hits different. So smooth and rich. The staff were warm, welcoming, and incredibly friendly, which made the whole experience even better. This was the perfect way to kick off my first night in Dublin. Highly recommend!

Amazing burgers, good service and ambiance! More than we expected. Highly recommend this placeread more

My husband and I went here on our last night of our trip in Ireland and it was our best meal of the…read moreentire 10 days. Our waitress was very kind and helpful. The whiskey sour was tasty & strong and the Guinness was smooth and perfectly chilled. I had been tentative to have lamb but we finally ordered it and wow was it the most tender and flavorful cut of meat. The sides and gravy were grand. I wish I had had my dog with me so I could give him the nice bone afterwards haha. We also ordered hot wings and surprisingly they were much better than what one gets in the states. The dessert was good and the bartenders helped us find a cue ball so we could play pool for a while. The atmosphere was nice because it wasn't a bunch of tourists but felt more like real suburby Dublin. We might go back to Ireland just to eat at this restaurant again :)

This restaurant showed as being closed on Yelp, but it was open and bustling. Food is served to…read moreyour plate after you select your main plate, then choose from a large variety of included options. While we did not order dessert, the selections were broad and looked very tasty. After eating an excellent meal, we discovered the other end of the large restaurant had a full service restaurant, so there was more than cafeteria style available. The servers at the cafeteria line were cheery and fun to watch at work as they expertly served the plates to order and sent them down the line. Even with the large crowd, we had no trouble finding seating.

Food: 5/5 Service: 4/5…read moreAmbiance: 5/5 Food: We came here for dinner one night. I ordered the 6oz sirloin well done (comes with fries, onions & mushrooms). Hubby had the Bacon cheeseburger & 1 litre of sparkling water. My steak was done really nicely & still juicy even though it was well done. The fries (chips in Ireland) were done well too as were the onions & mushrooms. I really enjoyed my meal & ate until I couldn't eat anymore. LOL. Hubby said his burger was really good & it came with fries as well. The portion & prices are reasonable for the location. Service: There was a front door person who took us to our table. And then we had a nice lady as our waitstaff. She took our order quickly and we got the food pretty quickly as well. Everything was efficient & smooth. Ambiance: Flanagan's has a cozy but nice atmosphere. The floors are wood with wooden chairs & the upholstery is red. To one side is a speakeasy bar which we didn't go into. Everything looked classy but not intimidating which is why I called it cozy. As a tourist to the area we were dressed casually but we felt comfortable here. Washrooms are clean which is always important. Overall I'd say the food quality & service were worth it. It's across the street from the Gresham hotel so it was very convenient. We had a great experience here. If we ever go to Dublin again I would definitely eat here again!

Flanagan's is classic pub food. The restaurant space inside is actually quite nice and more…read morecomfortable than a typical pub setting. The coffee was good and the service was friendly and attentive. The food itself was pretty basic and didn't really go beyond standard pub fare. It was more expensive given the portions. Portion sizes are on the smaller side and not very shareable. Something to keep in mind for any tourists stopping by. Overall, a decent spot, but not somewhere I'd go out of my way for food.

Love love the food here. It gets really busy which is always a good sign. Their bbq plates are…read moreamazing and really good value! Chicken wings are my favourite thing in the whole world and these are pretty damn good. Not the best but right up there. Staff are really nice and there is a really nice vibe here.

Being from Kansas City were skeptical about bbq in Dublin. I can't begin to tell you how delicious…read morethis bbq was! The meat was cooked so perfectly. The chicken was juicy and tender. The sides are plentiful and delicious. The service is wonderful! Absolutely wonderful place!

Pros: - delivered in…read moreshort time - sizable portions of chips and chicken - the chicken breast was flavorful and crispy - fair pricing Cons: - the curry sauce could have been spicier and thicker - the chicken leg's skin slid right off; needed to be crispier

Terrible shithole, half my order was not in the bag when i got home. Lads, pull your head out of…read moreyour arses. State of this chipper

The Wicklow Heather Restaurant -- Glendalough Road, Laragh, Co. Wicklow A98 D983…read moreVisited: June 2026 Five stars. The Wicklow Heather is the best restaurant in the Wicklow Mountains, and a meal here is as much a part of the Glendalough experience as the ancient monastic site itself. Why The Wicklow Heather is the essential County Wicklow dining destination: Over 50 years in operation and still at the top of its game. This family-run restaurant in the village of Laragh -- minutes from Glendalough -- has earned its place as the go-to dining destination for visitors to the Wicklow Mountains National Park, and one visit explains exactly why. TripAdvisor's #1-ranked restaurant in Laragh with over 2,590 reviews, it has been nominated for Best Restaurant in Wicklow -- accolades it genuinely deserves. The food is exceptional and authentically Irish. The slow-cooked venison shank is absolutely incredible -- a dish that showcases the kitchen's commitment to quality local ingredients and traditional long-cooked techniques. The lamb's rump delivers outstanding flavor. The Full Heather breakfast -- free-range eggs, dry-cured bacon, sausages, black and white pudding, roast vine tomatoes, and grilled sourdough -- is one of the great Irish breakfasts. The Irish stew is, simply, something else entirely. All dishes are freshly prepared with locally sourced, organic produce where possible. The atmosphere is the perfect counterpart to a day in the Wicklow Mountains: warm, cozy, rustic, charming, and deeply Irish. Condé Nast Traveler calls the vibe "rustic-kitsch" and the service "like you're a local" -- both accurate. The wine list is well-curated with a fine champagne and sparkling selection, and the cocktail menu is worth exploring. For anyone asking where to eat near Glendalough, where to find the best Irish food in County Wicklow, or what to do on a day trip from Dublin to Wicklow -- eat here. The Wicklow Heather is not just a restaurant; it is part of the Irish countryside experience.

This place was cute, cozy, and very homey. The staff were incredibly kind and even seated me an…read morehour early for my reservation, which I really appreciated. While waiting for my food, I enjoyed browsing the impressive collection of books on display. They casually had a first-edition Dracula and a first-edition Ulysses sitting on the shelves, which was such a cool touch. The food was great, and my only regret is that I didn't come later in the day to try the lunch menu. Definitely a charming spot worth checking out!