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    The Pig and Heifer

    4.4 (31 reviews)
    InexpensiveDelis, Sandwiches, Coffee & Tea
    Open 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Luana M.

    Been there so many times on my way to college, it reminds me of Portugal and Brazil's padarias. It has a range of sandwiches fillings that won't find anywhere. It's the place to go on your lunchtime. Love the calm atmosphere and their food obviously. Perfect stop if you want to grab a coffee and sandwich.

    Pastrami Melt on rye bread. Was fab!
    Natalie M.

    If this is what New York Deli's are like then I need to plan a trip to NY very soon! This was my first time here after having it bookmarked to visit for a long time. I just happened to be passing by and had to go in! Boy was I not sorry. The sandwiches here are crazy good! I don't think I've ever seen a sandwich that looked so good or one which had so much meat in it for that matter! We found ourselves a seat and then went up and ordered our sandwiches and paid at the counter. For a sandwich and drink it came to €8. Not bad, pretty standard for a sandwich and drink in a Dublin coffee shop. Myself and my friend both went for the pastrami melt. We had the choice of white, tomato or rye bread. My friend got the white and I opted for the rye. They were served with a little side portion of cold pasta which was cooked to perfection and a really nice extra touch. The sandwich itself was a beast of a thing. The bread was soft, the pastrami was tender and salty (almost melt in the mouth), complimented beautifully by a kick of mustard and sharpness of pickles. The sandwich also consisted of melted cheese and spinach. I could feel myself fading after the first half and my friend couldn't finish all of hers! The surroundings were pleasant and the place had a warm atmosphere. An older gentleman greeted us with a smile and the staff were friendly. I will definitely be back and I would absolutely recommend. Forget your o'briens and your other mediocre cafés. If you want a REALLY tasty & generous sandwich made with quality ingredients then go to the pig and heifer. You won't be disappointed. Well I lie.. You might be a bit disappointed with yourself when you fail to finish one of their monster sandwiches!

    Delish serrano ham and mozzarella sambo
    Tim L.

    Great lunch spot during the week - there is usually a queue but it moves quickly. You can go for the usual selections but there are a few unusual ones called Hot Colin or Mile High Club ;) Salad bar looks lovely too! If you're lucky to have a weekday afternoon to while away, nab the seat by the window for great people watching while catching up on the latest novel!

    Kate M.

    I had lunch here a couple of weeks ago and it was a great spot. Modelled on an American style deli, there area few Pig and Heifer's located around Dublin. The one on City Quay is bigger and roomier than most of the others, which obviously makes it a more relaxing place to eat lunch. The clientele is mostly offices, which again doesn't come as a surprise considering the location it's in. I went for the chicken, melted mozzarella, pesto and Italian dressing option on a bap and it did not disappoint. They also have soup and salad options and other things like meatballs, as well as a great selection of wines by the glass. I also noticed that they run tapas evenings too, which I think could work really well. The food was great and the Italian staff were really friendly so I will definitely be returning.

    Reuben Sandwich & Tomato Chorizo Chips

    First meal in Dublin! Really good Reuben Sandwich but the side pasta was a bit weird. Very friendly staff!

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    Absolutely incredible experience and wonderful food. The Sheppards pie was absolutely perfect. Would definitely dine here again.

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    7 years ago

    Its a bit of a walk from trinity, but the food makes up for it. The pastrami melt is really good.

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    7 years ago

    Great New York style deli in Dublin owner looks like a 1950's movie star. I had the Rueben made with blue cheese and it was amazing

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    One of my favourite places to eat lunch. Great food and great prices.

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    Just tucking into a barlotti bean salad with melted goats cheese made specially for me. Delicious and great service.

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    The Pig & Heifer

    4.2(30 reviews)
    0.5 kmSouth Inner City

    A short walk from the Trinity College Campus sits a triangular, brick and mortar (literally)…read moretriangular "NY Style (sandwich) Deli". With just a few small tables and chairs outside, the standing room only interior is a picture of economy. These were my first impressions as customers steadily streamed inside to place orders and then leave to wait for their sandwich or sit a bit. My eyes locked into the pastrami melt sandwich on the menu and I waited my turn, albeit a bit nervously, to place my order with one of the three gents who were slinging the sandwiches. All the ingredients in the deli case looked fresh, from the lettuce, meats, cheese, etc, to the types of bead on top of the case, like the focaccia. Each sandwich is made fresh, and once assembled, is pressed to warm the roll and melt the cheese. My pastrami melt arrived loaded with the meat, and all the ingredients enhanced by the deli mustard made for a great tasting sandwich. It's probably the best pastrami sandwich I've tasted in a long while. Every employee was patient and helpful, and I found this to be quite an effort since customers kept placing orders without much of a break. The Pig & Heifer is definitely worth a repeat visit.

    This shop was close to our hotel and decided to stop by for breakfast sandwiches before starting…read morethe day. The shop is small but the food is good! If you want a good sandwich that is made to order, tasty and made by nice and friendly staff, give them a try!

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    Chez Max

    4.0(56 reviews)
    1.1 kmSouth Inner City
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    The onion soup was good but expect it to be lighter than what you would typically find in France…read more Not as much cheese and onions. The moule et frites did not disappoint. Neither did the creme brulee.

    We decided to try this place while on the way to Dublin Castle. It's crazy close and seemed to…read morehave good reviews. Outside was as mess, there were no chairs at some tables and other had to many with dirty dishes on them. So we decided to go in. There was no hostess nor any wait staff so we stood there like stooges. Finally ,two of the wait staff walked right by and just ignored us so we decided to take a seat. Now they want to come talk to us! I asked if this seat was ok and got the reply "I guess it will have to be as you already sat down". Should have got up then but the wife was tired so decided to stay. It was crazy warm in there with little air flow. I liked the atmosphere and ambience. Guess they wanted to make a point as we sat there for 15 mins without water or anybody coming by. Had to flag down what appeared to be a bus boy to get water. Finally had order taken by male bus boy who seemed he wanted to be anywhere else and said "I am waiting". We ordered two "specials" and the bœuf bourguignon. Two separate couples came in and were served before we received our food. So hard to eat as it was 80-85 degrees in there. The beef was good and would recommend. The two specials were chicken and very very dry. To wrap it up we had to hunt down the wait staff to get the ticket as they actively avoided eye contact. Fairly expensive for just ok food and horrible service. Customer service is not hard. A "Welcome" or "Glad you came in" goes a long way.

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    O'Briens Sandwich Café

    O'Briens Sandwich Café

    3.3(12 reviews)
    0.7 kmTemple Bar

    O'Briens is a home grown franchise that is beloved by many for the big toasties served up here and…read morethe even bigger pile of taytos that accompanies each serving. Yet to be honest, I've never really seen the glory of said sandwiches. They have little or nothing special about them, which makes you feel like you've been a bit ripped off. But still. A sambo's a sambo and while I feel that they're a bit overhyped, they still fill the void in your belly...even if a bit pricey.

    Where else do they get those massively thick slices of bread? How do they fit so much filling in…read morebetween those massively thick slices of bread? How do I manage to squeeze the whole thing in my mouth without damaging my jaw? Why, with similar ingredients, do the sandwiches I make taste nothing like these magnificent towers of hunger extermination? Just a few of life's mysteries that I tend to ponder on rainy days... There really is an art to making a good sandwich, and these lads have mastered it. I go to this branch most often, ignore the sound of that massive juicer grinding away in the corner, and savour my sandwich. Toasted sometimes. They've been branching out into pizzas of late, but not sure I could venture away from my old reliable sandwich for fear of being terribly disappointed and cursing the day I strayed from the fold. The prices generally have become incredibly cheap of late, as well as the deals for students mentioned below. But prices falling and branches shutting shop might be a bad sign for the future of my prized sandwich makers. Stay strong O'Briens Westmooreland Street, I've got your back.

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