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    The Quays Irish Restaurant

    4.2 (263 reviews)
    ModerateIrish
    Open 10:00 am - 10:30 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Touristy
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Fish & Chips
    Tomomi S.

    My slow cooked beef & Guinness stew was tasty. Fats around the beef chunks so the meat was tender. Lunch menu seems to be a better deal, along with the wait time if you can eat early before 5pm. You can order regular menu during the lunch time too. It is super popular establishment so expect to wait a while during the dinner time. Loud, lively, touristy place where a pint of beer is nearing 10 Euro. And they'll ask for tip too.

    Cottage pie 4/5
    Noah B.

    3.8 stars * Cottage pie 4/5 * Beef and Guinness stew 3.5/5 * Wings 4/5 * Cheesy garlic bread 2.5/5 Cottage pie was by far the best thing we had. That special they have where you get an appetizer and a meal isn't quite worth it. Stew Was pretty good but not amazing.

    Seafood soup
    Kris P.

    Fantastic! Fun fact for us tourists visiting Dublin, even though this says Restaurant, should you be at a pub and see flowers outside, they serve food. Quays came through with amazing food! After a busy day of walking through Dublin, we needed more fuel to keep going. Dublin was packed at this particular time but Quays looked less crowded so we hopped in. Ambiance is what you'd expect from Dublin; warm and inviting. The seafood soup was amazing even on a warmer day and the fish and chips my daughter had were proper and delicious. She especially liked the tartar sauce served in a shell. For me, I crushed a plated of bangers and mash. That could've slowed me down! After a heaping pile of mash, I was asked if wanted anything else and I did--a nap! But, once it settled and I drank a pint of the black stuff (as a digestion aid!) I was right as rain and we went on to explore some more of Dublin! Absolutely delicious meal and relatively affordable, too!

    Fatima C.

    I came here because I heard the fish and chips were great. I ended up ordering an order of the fish and chips and an Irish coffee for the first time. The Irish coffee was reminiscent of an espresso martini, just with whiskey. The fish and chips came pretty crispy with tartar sauce and chips that tasted great! Looking around it was a lot of tourist so I was pretty hesitant on dining in, but was pleasantly surprised. My meal altogether was close to $40 USD. The service was good. Definitely call your waiter when you're ready for the check. If you're staying in the temple bar area I think this is a great option for a quick lunch or dinner before going to the pubs.

    Irish stew
    Sharon M.

    Got a traditional Irish stew, and it was delicious! I was worried it wasn't going to be filling, but it had plenty of potatoes, carrots, and lamb. Service was good: they got me seated and the food really quickly. Ambiance was great: felt like a pub where you can either dine by yourself or come with friends. 100% would come back to try more dishes.

    Caesar salad and mashed potatoes
    Madison N.

    Came here on St.Patty's day, sat immediately and food came out within 10 minutes. Wonderful service, great beer, cozy ambience, good vibes. Tried the Caesar salad, fish n chips, and mashed potatoes. Everything was 10/10 but mashed potatoes were mid. Definitely recommend this place!!

    Bulmer's
    Anna S.

    I had some time to kill before a dinner reservation and decided to pop into Quays (pronounced like Kays). It was one of the few pubs around where I could actually find an empty barstool and it turned out to be great timing since live music was just about to begin. Since I'm not much of a beer drinker, I opted for a Bulmer's cider which I enjoyed. The live music was really nice too. Definitely not traditional Irish music on this particular evening but the singer's voice was great and it was pretty entertaining to hear him cover a bunch of American country songs. The inside is super cozy and exactly what you'd expect in an old school pub. When I was there, it was decorated for Christmas which really added to the charm. This place is located in the heart of Temple Bar so it's definitely a tourist trap. If I was planning on staying for more than a couple pints, I probably would've chosen someplace else given the fact that each pint was around 9 euros -- definitely a rip off. If you have time to kill, venture into Quays but know that you can probably find a more traditional Irish pub for less money elsewhere.

    Brandi K.

    We stopped in here for dinner because it's very popular based on the line forming, and our goal was to only eat traditional Irish food. We were told the wait was about 30 minutes, they gave us a number and we headed to the bar to kill time. The bartender was not at all creative when I asked her what she could make with the strawberry gin so I had to walk her through making a cocktail. Once it was our turn we were seated on the far side of the kitchen in a little walkway at a 2 top. Our server was quick to arrive, take additional drink orders and get our food started. I ordered the Guinness stew and my hubby ordered the lamb shank. Both were tasty, but definitely do try the lamb! My stew was mostly carrots and potatoes which was annoying because I had a whole bowl of mash to go with it.

    Irish stew Gfree!
    Casey R.

    Wonderful pub/restaurant with amazing food and atmosphere. After a quick search on find me gluten free we were close to Quay's so decided to stop in! Oh my! I am happy we did!! While we are not into the Guinness face of Dublin we are into the food and culture and Quay's brought the Irish culture alive in the food!! If/When we travel back to Dublin this will be a stop for sure!! After a full day walking and riding the hop on hop off bus we wandered into this beautiful spot. The ambiance, the service and the food were all fantastic! Would highly recommend!

    Menu
    Michael A.

    The bar is separated from the restaurant. I was worried that the restaurant would be trendy but we really enjoyed our meal along with a large pint of beer. No wait time during a busy part of their night. Sat right near the kitchen and watched tables turn over quickly. Totally worth a visit if you're looking for something in the Temple Bar area.

    Dave O.

    In all reality this place isn't bad, and it isn't good, it's just meh... When in Rome, right? Err... Ireland. I ordered an Irish stew thinking I'd soak in some local flavor, but I was honestly disappointed. This may be a "me" issue, and not a them issue, but in my mind stew is thick and flavorful. This was basically soup that I had to add a lot of salt and pepper to. My daughter had a chicken burger, and though she said she liked it, the bites I sole were underwhelming. I probably would not go back given the option, but you guys be the judge. Oh, the Irish coffee was good! Prost!

    Vegetable soup

    The food was amazing, the service was excellent and the vibe in restaurant was outstanding! Really a great food experience.

    Irish stew
    Carrie H.

    The seafood chowder and lamb stew was served hot and delicious The wait staff friendly and very quick. Would definitely recommend

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    The ambiance was nice but food was literally the worst I've had in ireland. It's a tourist trap with service that isn't very friendly.

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    Food was delicious and service was on point. Great place for a quick bite. So glad we found this gem.

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    The Stag's Head - Bacon & Cabbage

    The Stag's Head

    4.3(315 reviews)
    0.2 kmSouth Inner City
    €€

    My 1st to go bar upon landing in Dublin. Got to say, it's the best Dublin's preserved Victorian…read morepub. The authentic Victorian setting, the Victorian mahogany fittings, the mosaic marble tiled floors and granite tabletops, the mahogany bar, capped with red Connemara marble, follows the classic Victorian architectural pattern. The staff are helpful, friendly and patient since their accent is hard to understand sometime. My 1st beer and 1st Irish food, all I can say is what a meal, just simple delish. Being here is just a wondrous experience, the place is cosy, warm and the friendly of the people. So glad I picked this place as my first of Dublin.

    If you want to experience a true Victorian pub in Dublin, The Stag's Head is a beautiful place to…read morestart. Tucked down Dame Court just off Dame Street, The Stag's Head is one of those rare pubs that feels genuinely historic rather than designed to look old. The building dates to the late 1800s, and the interior retains the ornate features of a classic Victorian "gin palace"--rich carved wood, stained glass, brass rails, and a warm, glowing bar that feels wonderfully preserved. We stopped in around 4:30 pm, which turned out to be a perfect time to visit. There were other patrons enjoying drinks and food, but the atmosphere was calm and relaxed rather than loud or rowdy. It felt like the kind of place where locals drop in for a quiet pint on their way home from work before the evening crowd arrives. The staff were excellent--friendly, welcoming, and attentive without being intrusive. The food was very good (we failed to take photos because we were too busy enjoying it). As a vegetarian, I was thrilled to see the Impossible burger front and center on their menu; it was deliciously prepared with guacamole on a brioche bun, and not an afterthought on the menu. My companions both chose the Irish Beef Burger, and said it was excellent. One thing to know: this is a traditional Victorian pub, so cocktails aren't really part of the program. Expect beer, wine, or spirits rather than mixed drinks. In a place like this, that actually feels exactly right. Other pubs do serve mixed drinks. Between the history, the ambience, the quality of the food, and the wonderful staff, The Stag's Head is the kind of place that makes you feel like you've experienced a real piece of Dublin.

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    Bar

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    One of our favorite

    The Stag's Head - Back door area

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    Back door area

    Sheehans - Corned beef and cabbage

    Sheehans

    4.6(181 reviews)
    0.5 kmSouth Inner City
    €€

    Stopped in for lunch and we're seated promptly at a table for two. Need to mention that seating is…read moreeither high top or booth and stool seating. Stools are ok but not super comfortable. Menu has a good selection of Irish dishes from seafood chowder up to lamb stew and pies. We ordered the potato soup, seafood chowder, 'banjo' burger with onion rings. The soups arrived first and the seafood chowder was loaded with huge pieces of fish, potatoes (not many) with a creamy rich base. Flavor was incredible and in itself a full meal. Served in a large crock style bowl. The potato soup was minus any whole potatoes. It was a rich creamy base with plenty of flavor and very hearty. The burger was really a double cheeseburger with plenty of cheese, grilled onions, what appeared to be a mayonnaise based sauce on a soft hamburger roll. Really tall enough that it was tough getting your mouth around it. Very well seasoned burgers and the onions were a nice touch. The onion rings were huge and had a very light batter on them. They served in a metal bowl to keep them hot. For dessert the apple crumble was ordered which was served in a large dish with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. This could have been warmer but still was good.. The 5 star rating is for the chowder as it outshone the rest of the meal although the burger was definitely a close second. Definitely will return to try other dishes when we come back to the city.

    Quick review for a quick lunch stop. We shared an Irish Lamb Stew: meat and vegetables in gravy…read morewith a layer of mash(ed potatoes) on top. The meat and veggies were plentiful, the portion generous, and it was tasty enough but maybe on the bland side? It was served with a side of braised red cabbage which we really liked: sweet but not sour like pickled cabbage. And house-made brown stout bread, also very good. The wife had a Guinness and I, thinking it too cliché to order Guinness as a tourist in Ireland, tried a different stout whose name I've forgotten from the ample selection. But comparing the two, so much better! The menu offers a wide variety of traditional Irish dishes, more than most of the similar pubs in the area. As well as the other expected pub type food: sandwiches, burgers, etc. As for desserts, if we were hungrier, the wife might have ordered the Irish Whiskey Bread & Butter Pudding. The hubby would probably get his dessert later, as the selection was limited and neither that nor the Apple Crumble appealed. Sitting at the bar we had a more personalized experience than were we at a table. The bartender offered to take a photo of me behind the bar which I of course accepted. We made the right choice in coming here.

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    Sheehans - Afternoon at the pub

    Afternoon at the pub

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    Sheehans - Nice seating area inside

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    Nice seating area inside

    The Old Storehouse - Guinness

    The Old Storehouse

    4.3(235 reviews)
    0.1 kmTemple Bar
    €€

    Loud music, cheap drinks and good food…read more Place was absolutely packed with people in town for the American Football game so service was dreadfully slow. Had to excuse ourselves from the table multiple times to freshen drinks. The food was good. Once again, absolute star was the Buffalo Wings! Ireland? I mean what??? Perfectly cooked, sauced nicely, just spectacular! The band was playing a mix and of Irish Music and American Rock songs played to Irish tunes. Very fun and well engaged with the crowd. The restaurant itself is cozy and very warm. A great night was had by all!

    With having dozens of choices for dinner in The Temple Bar District we decided on The Old…read moreStorehouse after reading almost all 4 or 5 star reviews. Upon entering it was slightly confusing as to go upstairs or into the bar area to find the hostess to be seated & with no one there to help us we walked into the Bar area to the right & ordered a few Guinness's & waited for someone to seat us somewhere. We ended up being seated in the entry area right at the entrance which was fine because it was super loud up the stairs. We ordered the Pork Pie & The Beef Casserole. Both were really good & filling. The service was decent & the ambiance was nice although it was very, very loud. Overall it was a great meal with above average prices but I'm not sure we'd go back next time due to the other factors.

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    The Old Storehouse - Steamed mussels

    Steamed mussels

    The Old Storehouse - Irish lamb stew 3.5/5

    Irish lamb stew 3.5/5

    The Old Storehouse - Dining area facing the stage

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    Dining area facing the stage

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