The Leopardstown Inn or the Lep as its known by locals/regulars is about a 3 minute walk from my house. I guess I dont really take advantage of that fact too much though! There is always plenty of people frequenting this place. It is pretty busy at the weekends and especially St. Stephens day with the crowd from the Leopardstown races popping in after. Great bar food. Great award winning restaurant upstairs called Greens. Now for the piesta resistance - the cocktail carousel bar- and it revolves! After you are served fantastic cocktails by the award winning mixologists you may be confused if you leave your seat and return perplexed scratching your head thinking 'hmm I'm sure I left my seat here'. Dont worry though it will come around shortly! Great place , great atmosphere and great staff. Free WFi. read more

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Although I was never a huge fan of the 'Lep Inn' Its versatility and popularity are certainly evident. Its new extension dubbed 'Carousel cocktail bar' is pretty unique and if you can get over the awful decoration you can enjoy the revolving carousel bar, see what thats like after a few pints. New refurbishment aside, the rest of the pub hasn't really changed. They still serve decent pints, cocktails and dish up a Carvery lunch everyday. The portions are huge and its no surprise the place is always jammed at lunchtime. Theres also bar food if you just want to have a snack. It's pretty standard pub stuff chicken goujons,scampi, fish & chips. As always gets a big local attendance, Sunday lunchers and the crowd on the way to club 92. read more

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After a long, long hike I was pretty exhausted and very ravenous. I stumbled upon this pub, the place is not much to look at from the outside, but once you go through the doors, BOOM! It was like a little disneyland, so much to look at, so much going on. I can't even describe it, but I felt like Alice in Wonderland. It's very dimly lit, which makes the pub super cozy. I wasn't really in drinking mode, but then we spotted these cocktail pitchers on the menu for just 15 € each. We got the Gin, cucumber and elderflower pitcher, so refreshing! And we got at least 3 glasses each out of it. The food menu looked interesting too. They have the standard pub fare options, but also a few good healthy and vegetarian options. My friend ordered the quinoa burger and me the chickpea burger. When the food arrived, two quinoa burgers came out....oops. So while my friend was tucking in, I had to wait a bit for my burger. I tried hers, and it was amazing! It came with a lovely beetroot risotto, salad and skinny fries. I liked it so much, I actually asked the waitress if the wrong order was still out there as I wouldn't have minded eating it now. But no, the chickpea burger was on it's way. A few minutes later the manager came over, apologised for the mix up and offered us another pitcher of cocktail on the house. WOW! I was very impressed, this is what is called GREAT customer service, as I hadn't even complained. My chickpea burger came out after a little while. It was a little bit dry, and it came with a gluten free bun (I don't know why?) The quinoa burger definitely was the winner that night. (So was the cocktail actually, of which we had a third pitcher....in hindsight not the best choice as it was a schoolnight, but ssshhhh!) It's a pity this pub is quite far out for me, but it's definitely worth the trip, which I will be making again. and again. read more

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Locally known as 'The Lep Inn.' Not a bad pub. I come here sometimes for lunch and the food is pretty standard pub grub. I have to say that I am a fan of the revolving bar though. It looks like a merry go round! read more

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Have been there for after work socialising, nice fingerfood, pretty decent pints and friendly welcoming staff. I'm curious for the menu, will need to come back privately for dinner to check it out. An overwhelming atmosphere however that needs deeper investigation for the rest of the stars. read more

You know the sort of bar that is so busy that its really hard to describe? Well this place is one of those - not busy as in there are so many punters you cant get to the bar to get a pint but busy architecturally - as a first date bar this place would be great, you could get hours out of describing the eccentric interior. The Bar food is pretty good and they always have waitresses to hand to bring the food and drink to the table. The newest addition to the pub is an extension incorporating a revolving bar, the barman showed me the other day how they can change the speed it revolves at but after a couple of pints I was very glad they leave it on the lowest setting for the most part. For the smokers among you (BOOOO, hissssss, dreadful habbit etc....) I can tell you they have a very nice smoking area with heaters and seating and many a happy eve I have wiled there puffing away! read more

The Leopardstown Inn - Lounges Near Me - Stillorgan, D

The place deserves a point for its thru out competent n very friendly staff and another one for a good atmosphere for a beer w is supported by a appealing drink menu with reasonable prices. (Pint 5.50€) There are no further points to hand out unless you like your steak charcoal style (no matter if you ordered it medium or well done it will be all black outside) and your chips soft. In addition you should not come very hungry since food rather sized for the small appetit. The tasty duck spring rolls is actually one single spring roll chopped in half..and the surf n turf counts about 5 tiny shrimp only. read more

"The Lep Inn" isn't one of my regular haunts, but I'm there probably once or twice a year, usually around Christmas time to meet up with family who live nearby. The decor is em, interesting following the refurbishment a few years ago. I've never gotten to see the Revolving Bar in action, but I suspect it's great the first few times, before it quickly becomes rather tacky and annoying if this is your local. The decor in some of the other areas (such as the "nightclub" area upstairs) are somewhat over the top for what was once a great local pub for the area. As bars go in Dublin, their spirit selection is average but their beer selection is mediocre. Most bars have a variety of bottled beers these days, expect to only find Bud, Heiniken, Guinness and Smithwicks here, if a little pricy at €5.50 in December 2009. read more

I was there on Saturday night (19th feb ) with a few friends to celebrate one of them getting a new job. First off when we arrived the security guy laughed in our face and told us we would not get in without a booking, implying there were no tables. So we decided to sit in the bar area for a drink. About an hour or so later we decided we would see if tables have freed up, when I went into the lounge to ask staff if any tables were free I was told "yeah there are loads free this evening" so we thought nothing of it and moved inside into a cozy corner up the back, we sat there for the remainder of the evening. Throughout the night about 3-4 full drinks were removed from our table by staff we had to ask for them back and explain we were still drinking them. With that my friend and I decided to go for a cigarette so my friend pre paid for a drink so it would be there when we came back. When we came back to the table the drink was not there so we asked a member of staff for it, the staff member told us she definitely brought it down with another drink, as we tried to explain they were two separate orders and my friend never received the drink she fobbed us off and walked away, my partner then decided to pay for another drink for my friend. After about 10 mins and a second drink paid for, the bar manager (Laura ) approached us in an awful manner threatening us with removal by security, again we tried to explain what had happened and that it was a miscommunication, she wouldn't let us explain ourselves so we decided it was best to remove ourselves from the situation and we left. Had this not have happened I would have a totally different opinion on this pub, I have never felt so degraded in a pub in my life. We will not be returning. read more

I'm writing this almost exclusively from a "cocktails" point of view, since that's the only area I've been to here- and I've been here a fair few times. The Lep Inn isn't the best pub in Dublin. It's not even the best one on the south side of the city. But, The Lep Inn is a decent place all the same. And The Lep Inn as a cocktail bar cannot be beat. Firstly, the wait-staff, they're ok for table service. Nothing great, but when the place gets busy there's a lot of tables that need tending to and it's understandable that one or two tables might slip through the cracks. I avoid all of this by going to the cocktails bar, the carrousel bar! This is my favourite bar to sit at ever! Usually if I sit at a bar in a pub i feel like i'm in the way, the busier it gets the more i feel that i'm in the way and the more threatened i feel that someone will spill a drink of my reaching to/ from the bar. This bar & adjoining seats rotate, not at any great speed, but it moves so much that you'll notice but won't be disorientated (which is good because any disorientation caused by drinking would only make matters worse) NOTE: For anyone of a nervous disposition the bar does not rotate very fast, it's not like you need a seatbelt of anything to stay on. Even if it's your birthday & you convince them to turn it up to full speed (all the way up to 11) it's not going to as fast as even a casual walk. You will notice it though, and it is fun to talk to someone, only to look around for a little later and be on a completely different side of the bar! The cocktails served are as pricey as they would be anywhere else, but great. The staff at the cocktail bar have always been informative & entertaining when offering advise on what might be best for you! I have also been there when they decided to test new cocktails/ drinks on people at the bar. I don't think i'd want to go here that often because when i do it's always such a good night that i'm worried the next time won't live up to it! A fun place to go with great drinks, what more could you want? read more

Really cool place. Very spacious. Various floors and bars. Staff are all very helpful and friendly . There is even a revolving bar, great selection of cocktails and other drinks! read more

The most notable thing here is the decor. Everything is over the top and it seems like every surface is covered with some random piece of art or lint fixture. Definitely a bit bizarre. The super tall tuxedo chairs are my favourite. The drinks are pretty average and the food is alright, although a bit on the pricey side for what you get. The service is alright. This is a favourite of a bunch of friends of mine here, although location plays a big role there. Still, my visit was pleasant enough. read more

Nice pub I have to say that I am a fan of the revolving bar. It fun to use and unique experience. read more

Consistent food, fair prices, and a menu that appeals to all ages makes this place a frequent haunt for lunch or dinner whenever I'm in the area visiting family. Plus the ambiance is nice and always clean. Their carvery lunch offers a wide selection and is very popular. I like that they also offer carvery small plates/pricing upon request. But my favorite attribute of the Leop Inn is that it's as much a pub as a restaurant so you can also get a good pint and watch any important games. read more

I didn't think the place is that nice!! Great interior design, very detailed. Cosy and comfort at the same time. Food is surprisingly very good too, I had a steak which was amazing and rare as ordered! Well done Leopardstown Inn, I have eaten in steakhouses and wouldn't get such a nice steak! Will be back for sure. read more

Nice bar with interesting decor, a little OTT for some people's tastes but an interesting experience. It's always had good pub grub when I was there and it's usually reasonably easy to find a seat if you're there for the evening. It benefits from the lack of local pubs, so it's frequently busy not not normally jammed (I haven't been there on a weekend night). One caveat is that it's not a great bar for watching sports, it has no big screen that I know of and many of the screens are set pretty low so your viewing can be interrupted regularly. Apart from this, a nice pub if you're in the area but not really worth a trip to Sandyford/Leopardstown. read more

Locally know as "The Lep Inn", I went there for a work lunch. The place itself was very nice and the food was tasty (they have a pretty great carvery selection). There is a revolving bar apparently which is meant to be pretty cool but, being there for lunch, I didn't get to try it. Nice pub, a bit far out for me but wouldn't mind going back to check out the revolving bar. read more

I'm a big fan of this place. Cool atmosphere and really well laid out. The revolving bar is a bit of a novelty but it's great. Had the prawn linguini as well which was good. read more

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Very warm decor, nice little alcoves, but they pump up the music volume at about 10PM and it gets too noisy for conversation. So if you're going out for a chat with friends, avoid the pub. Very good meals in the lounge and they also have an excellent restaurant upstairs. The service is very good in the restaurant and in the lounge. Good "Specials" menu in the lounge. read more

Lovely food plenty of it and at a good price .! Staff were friendly and attentive sadly they don't do bulmers pint bottles, in a pub that's a little strange.! read more

I stopped in here when my motorbike was acting a bit wonky and I must say, it turned out to be a great experience. The staff we wonderful, the food was very good, and I really enjoyed the whole decor of the place. read more

This place is unique and amazing for everyone that loves strange furnitures and fountains! Yes, fountains! There is one inside the local and it's strangely addicting to watch. The food is nice and they have funny promotions during saturdays. I had an omelette and it was very nice. Price is fair and atmosphere is great :) read more

My local. Great atmosphere at the weekends. Prices have gone up recently but it is overshadowed by the great staff and great Guinness. Novelty revolving bar is a centre piece for the place and many love. Serve a very solid carvary on a Sunday. Guinness 8.5/10 read more

As tacky a super-pub as they come, complete with waterfall and Ireland's only rotating bar. Classy. In fairness though, it's not bad for a quick (expensive) pint and occasional bite, although it's pretty standard fare. Unless you're stuck for time I would say make your way into Rathmines or Ranelagh for a beer, unless plastic palm trees and a swivelling bar are your thing. read more

NYE. Ready for party at my home however first things first. Quick pop on down to this place for one of their fantastic martinis. Having only discovered it recently this is somewhere I shall be sad to miss when I move home. They make a great cocktail and it's a crazy atmosphere in there with the revolving cocktail bar and palm trees and waterfalls!!! read more

Great beer selections. Food was decent and ambience was great. Service was fast. Always ask the waitress what they recommend. I am never disappointed when I ask. read more

Have to agree with Jacqueline S. - the Decor is a little ridiculous but sort of fumy. The term 'Foxrock Gothic' springs to mind till a pleasant change if you've been roving the industrial estates/parks of Stillorgan/Sandyfors alll day - decent value for lunch - can't comment on it as a pub (yet!) Kp read more

Better tag expected pub grub. Portions are very large. I had the chicken wings (which came boneless) as a starter, followed by the fish and chips. Both dishes were good without being spectacular. A good choice before or after the races. read more

Very unusual decor. Terrible lighting could barely read the menu or see what we were eating. Food was okay, nothing I would run back for.

Best Rib eye Stake ever my brother actually got two. The chips were like they were coooked individualy absolutely loved it

This place would be our regular as it is a 5 minute walk from our apartment. I love coming here for a meal, the food is consistently good and reasonable and the staff are very friendly. The lighting in some areas of the pub is quite dim so it is best to try get a window seat. Other than there food, another great reason to visit here is that it is home to Irelands only revolving bar, at the bar they serve maninly cocktails which are yummy. And the bar itself is good fun especially after a few drinks. Well Worth a visit read more

Met two friends last Saturday (19 October 2013) night for a drink in the Leopardstown Inn (know locally as the Lep Inn). It was not over crowded and we sat at the bar. I thought the Guinness was fine, one of the guys was not totally happy with his Guinness and the other guy drinking Carlsberg made no comment. We arrived around 20 30 and I noticed that a lot of customers left around 21 00. As I was not clock watching and I can only guess the time but at around 22 00 music started blaring from the speakers very load and made conversation very difficult. If the music had been on up to this I had not noticed and maybe it was and it was and the level was 'background" only. Did a quick scan of the age profile of the clientele and the average age was about 50. After about 10 minutes I asked one of the barmen if the music could be turned down. He never acknowledged my request but to be fair to him a couple of minutes later I saw him speak to another barman (maybe he was the manager) and the sound was then turned down to what I thought was just about acceptable level. Over the next hour my friends and I felt the music was turned up to a higher level but not quite as high as when I noticed it first. By the way a pint of Guinness costs €5 10 and the Carlsberg €5 60. Final comment, I feel the management of the Leopardstown Inn could not care less if you never returned. If you want a friendly pub nearby, try the Galloping Green. Philip Armstrong read more

The worst chicken wings I've ever had in my life. I was surprised that these were highlighted on the menu as a "house special" and for €14 I'd expect something decent. I was expecting a nice bowl of chicken wings that can be eaten off the bone..i was given a knife and fork rather than hand wipes which might have hinted at what was to come..these had no bones and were simply a sorry hybrid of small goujons and oddly shaped chicken nuggets covered in some hot sauce. The dip on the side was bree cheese, which was revolting and in no way complemented or covered up the disappointment of an overpriced-straight-from-the-freezer processed meal. read more

One of my favourite pubs in South Dublin, definately recommend . very lively at the weekends and the staff go out of their way to look after you. Pub grub at lunch is slight expensive but generous portions and tasty. read more

Food and ambience is really good - but service is amongst the worst anywhere. Waitresses just walk around aimlessly - no regard for us sitting there, waiting for someone to come take our orders. Then, wait AGES before anyone looks at you so you can get their eye to ask for the bill. Absolutely hopeless read more