Come on the Parish!…read more Raheny GAA Club - apart from being the home of the parish's most vigorous and upstanding young men - also sells the cheapest pints in Raheny. The bar upstairs is nice in a kind of slightly worn and neglected kind of way - the slight air of decrepitude only serves to add to the charm. Very pleasant and friendly staff, and on the whole nice locals, although the fact that they the GAA club sells the cheapest pints around attracts some weird old people who don't have much of a connection with an Cumann Luthcleas Gael, but sure they're supporting the club and who am I to judge. The only thing preventing Raheny GAA Club from getting a five-star review is the function room downstairs. I say "function room", whereas it would actually be a lot more accurate to describe it as "gymnasium with a few trestle tables in it". It's just a big room, and if it is in anyway empty, the 21st or whatever the function is will seem very dead. Still and all, great little spot, one of the finer of Raheny's drinking establishments.

they stole Leinster cricket clubs best player they payed…read morePeter Francis 600 euro per game and they NEED to fix they're scoring box I'm sorry Merrion members but I think this club is a disgrace

Couldn't disagree more with the above review, he seems to have some strange deep seeded issue with…read moreMerrion! Merrion is a fantastic club which has a real family feel about it where the members couldn't be more welcoming. I joined the club as a kid despite having no connections with the club and have been playing there for 18 years now. When I first arrived there the other members, young and old, were pleasant and inviting and immediately made me feel at home, so much so that I now wouldn't even consider playing for other club. In terms of the facilities they are up there with the best you are likely to find. In terms of the practice facilities and the setting Merrion really cannot be beaten (there is nowhere in Dublin better for a pint on a sunny day). While there have been issues with the square since it was relaid a few years ago, there have been drastic improvements in the quality of the wickets over the last couple of years thanks to the tireless work of the groundsman. Overall it's a fantastic and welcoming club with a real family atmosphere. The fact that the club has the biggest membership of any cricket club in the country is testament to that.

We went to the Christmas Festival while on holiday over NYE in Dublin. Hands down this was our best…read moreexperience. We are not into horse racing but friends from Dublin told us it was the best place to rub elbows with the locals and learn about Ireland's history/culture. This event did not disappoint. The people watching was amazing - it was like the Irish version of the Kentucky Derby with ladies in fancy hats and heels. We dressed business casual and felt like we fit in just fine. There was good programming on the history of each horse, owner, trainers, etc., and tons of boards with the odds. There were a variety of platforms/locations to see the pre-race competitors and winners so it didn't feel cramped. There were tons of food/drink stands with a variety of Irish favorites. You could make small bets - no minimums. It was very easy to get to by train with a short .5 mile walk. It was very easy to pick up our tickets at the service desk given that we were international guests. We got premium tickets with assigned seating but this probably wasn't necessary. It was so cold that everyone would go inside between the races to the warm lounge, and then to our seats for the race. Overall, everyone we met was super friendly and it was a good time.

Let's get this straight: I'm not a grumpy, 70-year-old social recluse with a gambling problem…read more Promise. But I do like Leopardstown Racecourse. Actually, I love it! Of all the Racecourses I've visited in my time (and I've seen a few, going to the races is very 'hip' in Australia) I'd have to say Leopardstown is probably the best. I mean, what more could you ask for in a racing venue?? Far-reaching, verdant racing area, huge grandstand with ample seating for all punters (and not just the racing elite), loads of bookies and gambling options and let's not forget the healthy dose of bars and fast food outlets. Leopardstown provides all this and more. And you know what the 'more' is?!? An on-site nightclub and plentiful bars that are open WELL after the close of the day's racing event. This is something I've not encountered before, not in all my previous racegoing experience (unless you count the makeshift outdoor dancing areas they set up at the 'bush' races - Roma, Goondiwindi, Dalby, you know who you are, but to be fair, it never does rain in Western Queensland!) So this is the first time I've experienced the civilised, bar-like atmosphere of a post-race event event at a racecourse. And I tell you what, it sure makes a difference. It is so refreshing to have somewhere to party on late into the evening without the risk of losing half of your friends (and newfound crushes!) in taxi queues, McDonalds branches and other bars in other areas of the city. This idea concentrates the after race partying, and ensures your racegoing revellry can continue uninterrupted into the evening and beyond. Way to go Leopardstown, love your work! And at only around 30 minutes from Dublin's city centre (and with a free shuttle bus from Sandyford luas line on race days and during festivals) your new favourite racecourse is oh-so accessible!

This one is short and sweet…read more Pretty harbor views. Live music venue Used to have the best ahi on the island Salads very good Service: our waitress said they didn't have half the items on the menu. Small amount of meat and "fingers" were mostly breaded and greasy/ like chicken McNuggets. But main problem- and sadly, we have learned to look out for this here and some other places on the island--- they still out the igreasy chicken on our cceck- even though we sent it back and it was understood that we weren't buying it or replacing it. We pointed this out to her and of course, she went to erase it. Our next check was even more than the last--- and she said that's because they hadn't put a glass of wine on their.?!? Why not just get it right the first time?!? Then I see the wrong wine is on there as wel. We ordered Sauv Blanc- 10.00 on the menu and she charged it as Pinot Grigio 16.00! I specifically said Yellow Tail wine is cheap and yucky and KNEW o didn't order Pinot Grigio and especially that one. After all this, still no sorry or anything, but she Bring s back another chi eco w the wine being 12.00 instead of 10.00. Her answer, the price on the menu is wrong because they're using a different wine brand now... and this one is 12 dollars. Laughable- at this point, I'm thinking- Let me pay you double in amount of everything in tips, just please don't conduct business this way and be a little more organized and respectful. I don't want to say any more but customer service is very shoddy here- and let's just say, there is major room for improvement- IF anyone cared.

Ireland are amazing at really poncy sports like sailing. It's up there with horse riding, golf,…read morerugby and breeding pedigree dachshunds as one of Ireland's top five posh sports. The Royal St. George Yacht Club, with it outrageously West British name, must have a hand to play in this in some way. I wouldn't know, although I have been here once for a 21st birthday party once and found it to be fairly similar to all the other 21st parties I've been to. There were a definitely a few more paintings of sail boats around but the cocktail sausages tasted the same. Anyway, it's a lovely Georgian building, well worth a visit if you happen to be in Dun Laoghaire although you may have to drink some soup before they'll let you in.

Had such a wonderful stay here. The most delightful staff. Ate at the bar and had a relaxing…read moreevening. The rooms were clean and a perfect size for two people. A delightful bath tub to sit and relax in after a busy day exploring. Highly recommend Roganstown.

After staying all over Ireland in great hotels, this hotel was a HUGE dissapointment! The pictures…read moreof this place online make it look charming, but the beds are awful!! When we complained to the front desk, they told us they were sold out for both nights, so we were stuck! The mattress was paper thin and felt like we were sleeping on a futon, the furnishings were old, the carpet was bubbly and stained. Dont waste your money! Also, this hotel is 30 minutes away from Dublin if you were hoping to be closer to the city.

Incredible experience. So much learned about the history of the games the rules and the experience…read morewas one of the best things we've done in all of our Ireland trip. Amazing to get to learn about the history of these beautiful sports and give them a try. Staff was very accommodating and no previous skill is needed. We had a great time, learned a ton and even got a little work out. Now time for a Guinness!

Just happened upon this while searching for things to do while visiting Dublin for the first time…read more What a fabulous experience! We learned handball, hurling, and Gaelic football. For us two 60 yr olds, who were a bit hesitant, Coach T was patient and funny. Turns out we weren't so bad, and had a great time. Com's enthusiasm for Gaelic games and his history lesson were wonderful! Took about three hours, and was well worth the time. Plus it was something a bit different.

Great gym in Dublin 15. It's a bit out of the way, which means everyone needs to drive there. But…read morethey have everything you would need for a good workout. Best thing that gives the edge over other places is access to tennis courts as well as loads of good and free classes. Never seems too busy either so you can always do what you need to! The spinning classes are really good, the instructors get really into them. There is also a steam room, sauna and jacuzzi to relax after a workout!

The Crunch fitness club is the best around Dublin 15. I discover this place about 7 years ago and I…read morestill like it. The main thing for me was to find a decent swimming pool in Dublin; finally I came to the Westmanstown to find out a new place, with a great gym and a nice pool, tennis courts, and car park. The place is clean, it has the gym with a 200 metres track, equipment to do weights, basketball, badminton, and many other activities pitch. Swimming lessons, aqua aerobics and so on. This place will be definitely the best of what you could get in Dublin 15 (even with the NAC being in the area). The Sports are not well supported in this country, and it is a pity that all people see is the money aspect of the disciplines. There should be more support from the government to create better athletes and a healthier society. The prices to join the Crunch are the same as anywhere else if you compare here you will get value for your money, you might get cheaper places but you will end up paying more because the place is not clean or the service is bad as well as the facilities you will get won't be the same. Nothing will be perfect all the time, of course something will go wrong someday, like water being cold or a power cut, but every time something happened I was well looked after. A family place for excellence, here kids are aloud and there is activities for them as well, the time is restricted which is ok. I really recommend it if you have children, go there and have a look, the staff will show you around all the facilities. I hope you will like it and get fit, remember..."Healthy Mind in a Healthy Body" .

I'm a member of this club since I was 8 years old. It's the most friendly bar you can imagine. It's…read moregreat fun the staff are amazingly friendly. Music on selected nights. But always friendly banter with the people that drink their so if it's just a visit or you want to become a member just ask any of the bar staff they will point you in the right direction. 5 stars for friendliness and staff.

I started playing Gaelic football for mother and others a couple of weeks ago and it's a great way…read moreto get fit, learn a new sport and make friends. So far i've scored about 2 goals and 6 points but i think i'm a long way from making the Dublin ladies team but it's all about having fun and learning more about our National game