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    The Old Spot

    4.5 (52 reviews)
    PriceyBars, Gastropubs
    Open • 12:30 pm - 11:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    The Old Spot Roast Beef Roast.
    Cindy Z.

    It's a bit of a trek from the heart of Dublin, but a bit nice change of scenery. The Old Spot is a Michelin gastropub with a classic atmosphere. First of all, if you're coming for the Sunday Roast, be sure to make reservations ahead of time. I made mine a month in advance and got their first 1pm seating. This was our first stop in Ireland and I was excited to start with a Sunday Roast. For Americans, I call this a full Thanksgiving meal, but they do this every Sunday in the UK. We started off with a Signature cocktail (€13). Both of us also got the Roast Beef Roast (€28), which comes with roasted potatoes, roasted carrots, greens, cauliflower cheese & gravy, and Yorkshire pudding. All the fixings complimented the entire dish perfectly and were each amazing even on their own. I was so full that I barely managed to finish my plate, but it was so good that I didn't want to leave any leftovers. The servers were also quick from seating to ordering and serving. Definitely come here for the Sunday Roast if you can, but the rest of the menu looks delicious as well.

    Sam L.

    THE single greatest dish of mussels on planet earth. Wow, that broth. Not sure what was all in it, but I picked up accents of tomato, some chili/heat and lime that were big time differentiators from the usual suspects of wine/lemon/garlic. The bread they provided became a necessity to slop as much as up as possible, even though I was planning to "save some room" (unsuccessfully). The risotto was very bright and tasty too, but it's hard to follow a dish like those mussels and not get at least a little overshadowed. Service was excellent - this felt off the beaten path enough that there were some travelers but overall not a tourist haven - spent some time with the server talking about hiking spots, wine, etc. An extremely enjoyable [heavy] lunch that I might HAVE TO repeat if I'm ever back in the area

    Ginger ale
    Shannon K.

    The staff was AMAZING! The food was great! I have the daily pie (beef) and hubs had fish & chips. We both tasted both dishes and couldn't make a decision about which was best. The fish batter is light & crispy and compliments the flavor of the fish. The beef pie didn't need the little pot of gravy included; it was perfect as is. I was surprised how quickly the pie sold out; that should tell you something. At this moment in the COVID madness you should bring your certificate with you as businesses are required to check. Everyone on was super friendly and attentive.

    Family dinner.  We had prawns pil pil, Irish Cod and steak meals.  All were delicious and we left very happy.
    Breda O.

    They call it a gastropub but it seems like more of a full blown restaurant with a pub vibe. The food is excellent. I had the sticky toffee pudding for dessert and I swear they have some secret ingredient in there. I've eaten it many times and made it a few times and never had one as good. There was something crunchy at the bottom too that just rounded it all out so well. That's just one example of a dish and they rest were also very delicious.

    Brittany M.

    Amazing. Intimate. Trendy. Recommendations made. No pressure from staff. Kind people!! Good smiles and delicious food. I feel like I'm in the movie "the holiday." The restaurant part without Jude Law. Please check this place out if in Dublin!!

    Ribeye

    We were staying around the corner in Dublin on our trip to the Dingle peninsula for a hiking tour. We just came into town and were Looking for a place for dinner our first night. Although not recommended by our hotel, we happened upon this hidden gem. It is an intimate, cozy place to dine (apparently this was an old pub several years prior). The menu had various selections. The Cream of Celeriac soup with blue cheese was a special and very delicious. I opted for the beet root salad and ribeye and my friend the pork chop. The special for dessert was an orange crème brûlée which was outstanding. But chocolate lovers should not pass on the chocolate hazelnut tart. The Service was attentive and staff very personal and engaging. This place is a wonderful gastropub that Dubliners and out-of-towners must definitely visit. BTW, The Old Spot is featured in Michelin's eating in pubs guide.

    The Old Spot. A-ma-zing.
    Luciana P.

    I have hit that moment that every prolific Yelper must experience at some point. The moment where one regrets any previous 5 star review for restaurants, because your current meal blew those way out of the water. I am having to realign my paradigm for rating. I actually feel bad for future reviews because they will have to compare to this. To begin with, I had a beetroot, ricotta, roasted hazelnut, and artichoke salad. Magnificent. I know, seems like a lofty superlative for a salad, but it was perfect. Each bite had an array of contrasting textures and flavors that in combination, were glorious. The creamy ricotta, the sweet beets, the crunchy hazelnut, the hint of lemon... it was an impeccably executed dish. I savored each bite. For the main, I got their beef and cheese burger, which was superb. It came with fries, or chips as they call them here, which were crispy and faultlessly salted (and not overly oily like some fries can be.) The servers were all friendly, and the atmosphere was an eclectic and hip. Each booth had it's own fabric and design; some booths were tufted, some were of leather, some had low backs, some had higher backs. All the chairs were dark wood, but they were all mixed shapes. There were books and an array of framed paintings, all working together for a varied yet cohesive feel. Overall, the look is tasteful and works seamlessly! Great interior design! Go here if you're in Dublin. You'll absolutely love it.

    A spot of rare roast beef
    Diarmuid R.

    The Old Spot is a great spot. Especially if you are up for a spot of Sunday lunch... We went by yesterday having phoned to check they had space - they didn't but said we'd be welcome to sit in the bar and eat the same menu. Which we did - a glorious Sunday roast of rare roast beef, duck roast potatoes, scrummy Yorkshires and some great veggies. It comes on this funky platter that you share off (photo attached - think you get the idea). Service was amazingly friendly and afterwards we lingered as two different sets of friends rotated through and we caught up across a good selection of craft beers and nice red wine. And if the food wasn't good enough to warrant a visit, it was also great people watching as swathes of the denizens of D4 who'd been better organized than us and snagged a spot in the restaurant came through the bar for their Sunday lunch - it's a pretty dressed up crowd which just adds to the fun. Would definitely go again - the only question is for a place named after a breed of pig, why no roast pork???

    Duck,  its Pink in the middle,  but not to the point tjat melt in my my mouth
    Mo L.

    Food were really good,, service was really food. Dessert was sooooo good I had duck...Love it with the cherry yummmn ,Duck, its Pink in the middle, but not to the point tjat melt in my my mouth cleaned my plate. Thank you very much had a virgin mojito was good omg, dessert was excellent, gad warm chocolate lava.cakE (called aomething different there).With sea Salt ice cream Peanuts butter parfait with honey Comb and chocolate mousse. .. May u have more? its quite.Loud inside when there are full, but a great restaurant

    Quentin D.

    So, we went to the Old Spot, which is, at time of writing a new spot. I sat at the bar and ordered a Yellow Spot, which they didn't have, however they did have Green Spot, which totally hit the spot. This is a completely different proposition from the previous incarnation as the Lansdowne Bar, the Old Spot is a Gastro pub with the emphasis on the Gastro rather than Pub. We went for the set evening menu (29.95 per person) and selected from the small but well designed selection of starters, mains and desserts. We kicked off by sharing a ham hock fritter which was light and tasty and well presented. Mains was of course the ever present slow roasted pork belly which was excellent but perhaps could have been left in the oven for an extra 15 mins for that real crispy finish we all love. The only low point, the only thing that they actually got wrong, was the cheese plate we had for dessert. It was far too small and the crackers/biscuits that were served with the meagre slice of cheese were terrible (far too much going on and who in their right mind includes mixed peel in a cracker!?) It was all washed down with a 25Euro bottle of tempranillo which was very very good. The Old Spot is a welcome addition to the Beggars bush scene and absolutely worth a visit, I'd feel I had missed a trick if I didn't finish by saying for a pint and a good meal, it is a great spot.

    Joao F.

    Called in with some friends and had a great time! The place looks really nice, it's also right under the train tracks, which gives it a certain aura. We were greeted by some really nice people, everyone went out of their way to make us feel welcome - even as they were shooing us away because it was closing time (yes, we were here for hours) I can get what I didn't like out of the way quickly: the food was not the best. Granted, I only had two courses - I definitely want to go back, and hopefully give this place the final star. And by "not the best" I mean just that: it was good, solid food but I have had better - especially in the price range. Wine selection was great, we had an awesome Alentejo wine that we loved so much we ordered a second bottle. Some also tried cocktails and were raving about it. The whiskey selection is very interesting as well, so there's enough to please everyone. Great place to go and enjoy some quality time with your friends, either sitting in the back or in the bar section in the front. Hope to be back soon!

    Grilled chicken sandwich
    Cristin L.

    A place I've been meaning to try for a while, The Old Spot. So we dropped in for some lunch. The interior is only gorgeous. A lovely tiled floor and comfortable pub tables. I think they've captured a lovely atmosphere here with the bar decor. There's proper restaurant seating out the back, but we were able to sit and order in the bar. Great. Prompt staff pleasantly took my order. I opted for the grilled chicken open sandwich from the lunch menu and it was delicious. It came with an avocado and chilli guac type layer upon which the freshly grilled chicken was put and then topped with leaves and cucumber. The guac wasn't hot at all, just a very slight kick that added some great flavour. I also ordered a tea, which turned out to be tea leaves. I would have preferred a teabag, but that's just me being me and it was perfectly fine as a hot beverage. At 11.50 EUR all in, it was a tad pricey but the food was excellent and the service very good. The facilities were extremely clean too. A good first impression. I look forward to trying more from the menu and perhaps a proper drink from the bar.

    claudia r.

    One of the best restaurants ever! As a first time visitor to Dublin, we came across The Old Spot as a good gastro destination. Our waiter Conan was amazing and shared with us his favorite menu items(he was spot on) and insight into great places to visit and do. The restaurant welcomed us even though we were an hour early. It's lovely. Quiet but still a great place to people watch. I highly recommend this place. Everything was perfect!

    Seared scallops, bacon, fried black pudding.  Fantastic.

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    Everything here was good. But the burger of all things stood out. Really nicely charred on the outside, pink in the center.

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    The Old Punch Bowl - Beef & Guinness Pie (€23.50)

    The Old Punch Bowl

    4.5(41 reviews)
    4.0 km•Booterstown
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    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!

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    Beer Battered Cod and Chips

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