I'm a big fan of the Joe Macken enterprises. Crackbird is indeed poultry heroin and Jo Burger just oozes cool and delicious burger juices. So the newest entry had a lot to live up to, especially given the difficult-to-excel-in market that is steak. Steak is hardly ever bad, but also mostly just good. As of this initial sitting, I can say that Bear definitely sits up near the 'great' area. The steak itself is possibly just good, although my Rump (16oz) was cooked to perfection and plenty delicious and some of the other plates at the table looked very good, but the differentiator of this place is that the cuts are unusual so we are generally dealing with non-lean pieces of meat. I'm not a big fan of fatty meat, so I was never going to think the steak itself was amazing, but I think there's enough in other places to bring it up to an amazing level. I'll be efficient and list them: - Extremely sociable environment and layout with lots of volume for conversation - Nice, friendly service with servers who actually attempt to know about the cuts that they're serving. Love that. - Delicious, delicious lemonades (I loved the Lime and Ginger) - The sides are fantastic, I had the million dollar fries (Dauphinaise potato cut into chip shapes and then fried) and they were great, but I also sampled the Celeriac puree, Salt and Vinegar fries (basically wedges of potato which are sauteed in vinegar and then fried). I'd go there for these alone. - The sauces are very different from what you'd normally see in steak houses (in Ireland anyway). I had the Chipotle Mayo which was a brilliant accompaniment. Really full flavoured mayo with a lovely kick. - The price is pretty reasonable, big steak, sides, lemonade and a tip for just shy of 30 Euro. I think next time we'll have to go for the sharing steaks, I think the place demands it. read more

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I'd been looking forward to giving Bear a go for a while. For brunch, I had wild mushrooms on sourdough with avocado. It was actually really nice, a very big serving and you could tell the ingredients were good quality. The problem was that it was that is was nearly cold by the time it landed on the table. My accomplice for brunch got himself a steak. It was 20 euro and comes with nothing - no sides, no garnish, nada. He asked for it medium rare and it came medium well, and really, a bit greasy. 20 euro seems extortionate for such a small (and badly cooked) piece of meat. The staff were lovely and service was great. However with the food being so mediocre and overly priced, it's not somewhere I'd be rushing back to. read more

Bear - Mushroom and avocado on sourdough - Steakhouses Near Me - Dublin, D

Oh bear...I wish I was an actual bear, it would have been a LOT easier to get through my piece of Featherblade. It was full of fat and gristle....I don't even know how they can serve that particular cut of steak, I had to leave half of it on my plate. The super sharp knife couldn't cut through it, let alone my poor teeth! The side orders saved the day somewhat. A massive portion of fries and stack of cheese-onion rings and 3 different sauces. I also splashed half the bottle of homemade tomato ketchup/ relish on my plate. It tasted a bit unusual - sweet/ spicy- but good! Other minus points: very hard stools/ benches - they should invest in some pillows. It's also super dark in there - the waitress told us it's moonlightning. Very romantic and all that, but I like to be able to see what I'm eating. Overall verdict: disappointing! Tip: Go for the slightly more expensive rump steak....supposedly it's the leanest cut they have. read more

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Been here before but first time review. Arrived here today at midday as the first ones through the door for the lunchtime rush. Bagged ourselves a window seat and what with it being such a smashing day, got the full benefit of the gentle breeze blowing in the chance of a little people watching :) I went for the minute steak with garlic butter (medium rare and cooked accordingly!!) along with a baked sweet potato. This for a tenner, not bad. The extra topping at €3.50 a little spicier but the avocado, harissa, sauté leek and pickle was delicious. Staff were courteous and prompt, I like the location and facilities so it's a winner in my book. For lunch anyway :) read more

Bear - Minute steak and baked sweet potato - Steakhouses Near Me - Dublin, D

I loved bear but it wasn't as good this time around. Their steak was ok and nothing to write home about and their million dollar fries were previously as their name but were more like one euro fries this time around. Expensive for what you are getting so I would expect more from it. Don't think I will be back. A pity because I had been many times. The staff are on their phone too most of the time. read more

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With such regret I can't bring myself to rate this restaurant any higher than 2 stars. After reading so many positive reviews here about the delicious food I felt I had to try this for myself. I ordered rump steak to share, millionaire fries and spinach. The meal was the most basic meal I have ever paid for in a restaurant like this. The steak was fine but I felt no effort was made to make it better(seasoning or otherwise). I felt like it had been thrown on a hot pan for a few minutes and that was all. The millionaire fries I heard sooooo much about came out looking nothing like the pics here (check my pics for proof) they were incredibly disappointing. You could taste the dirty grease off them. As for the spinach... there was again no effort to make the spinach taste any better. I tasted like it was dumped into hot water for a few minutes and left to sit in the merky water after for even longer before it was served (left a kind of dry gritty taste/feeling in my mouth if you know what I mean). After all that I thought a nice dessert would rescue the poor experience but alas they didnt even have a dessert menu (even a few scoops of ice cream would have sufficed). The staff were friendly and attentive initially but seemed distracted when we wanted to get the bill and leave (we had to ask twice for the bill and then for them to take the money after it sitting there for some time). It felt like no thought whatsoever was put into this restaurant and left a very disappointed customer. read more

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I was blown away by the amount of steak I was served. I was told it would be a lot, but damn son! We had the bavette platter, rare. It was awesome. Cooked perfectly, lovely and juicy with a nice bit of char on the outside. The million dollar fries are something else. Unbelievable! I do think the steak knives need sharpening or replaced read more

Bear - Delicous million dollar fries - Steakhouses Near Me - Dublin, D

I am a total carnivore so not surprising that I am a fan of Bear. I understand it can be a bit off putting when you look at the menu and don't recognise a lot of the cuts of meat but I find the staff really helpful if you are struggling. I always get one of the steaks to share and have never had a bad one yet. The million dollar fries are unreal and i'm quite sure there is noting more unhealthy in the entire world - they are basically cubes of potato gratin deep fried - heart attack on a plate. I tried the liver on my most recent visit and it was really tasty and just the right amount - served on toast with a balsamic glaze - very tasty. The décor is very cool and relaxed and not too loud - so all in all i'm a fan ! read more

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Bear. I didn't know it existed, I hadn't heard of it but we were looking for somewhere to lunch and it was right there. Turns out, they are part of the JoBurger family and do 'everything meat'. Ok, there are salad options too but I only focused on the meat. 7.25Euro got me a steak and slaw combo in a wrap, nicely cooked, still pink and great value for money. The waitress informs us that they try to avoid preservatives wherever they can so they make their own 'ketchup' which is more like a relish and they add a hint of cinnamon to it. LOVED it! It wasn't very busy that day and the service was quick and friendly. The music was great but a little too loud. Overall I think this is a nice, very reasonable place for lunch and their steak dinners do look good on paper also. read more

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Bear was very busy when we arrived. The hostess took our details and contacted us when a table became available which was very nice. We got the onglet to share and chips. The food was timely and our waiter was pleasant. So I get the whole hipster thing but seriously the music was too loud! I am only 30 but I felt like an aul one raising my voice to speak and straining to hear what my partner was saying. I would go back because the food is good but not in a hurry. read more

Bear - Onglet - Steakhouses Near Me - Dublin, D

Came here for brunch. We arrived before 12 on a Saturday. It was pretty empty and we managed to get a window table. The window tables are great for people watching! The staff that served us were fine. They were polite but not as warm as they could be. The music was OK. It was easy to hear because the place seemed to lack a buzz. To the food. I was torn between the pineapple and cream cheese French toast and the gammon steaks with chipotle pineapple relish. I chose the gammon steak and a glass of prosecco. A decent pour but the prosecco was flat. The food was OK but just OK. The gammon just needed "something" as it was kind of bland. I wish I could give a 2.5. Don't think I'd bother going back. There are far better places! read more

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Everything except the staff were meh... Staff = excellent, efficient. Food = Ugh, this is annoying, I really wanted to enjoy this but nothing was very good, in fact, it was kind of bad if I'm honest. Steak was rubbish, like rubber. Sides were huge but bland and over cooked. May try it again, but wouldn't recommend based on that visit. read more

We all know that Oranges are not the only fruit... one has only to walk into the local Tesco to be greeted with a myriad of fresh fruits both familiar and exotic to be convinced of this. Likewise salt is not the only condiment and a quick sweep down the isle beside the fruit will show you a breath-taking array of herbs and spices.. all nicely labelled and in lovely neat rows... It is this display I would like to draw the attention of the good chefs in Bear. The food; we ordered the 8 Oz rump steak (very very good), fries (good but salty), millionaire fries (overpriced at any price, not nice) and the half chicken (SALTY SALTY SALTY)... have I mentioned the chicken was salty? It is often said that you eat with your eyes... and if that is indeed the case then Bear have it spot on, everything was simply but very appealingly presented even down to the cutlery... I loved the steak knives!! The chicken looked amazing, a little charred in the right places, cut in 3 or 4 pieces, all piled up; nothing less than spectacular... it was probably this which led me to be soooo disappointed, it was unbearably salty. Nevertheless I am Irish, so what did I do? Removed the skin and ate it anyway (pass the water please), and didn't say a word to the staff. For their part the staff were excellent, they were attentive and professional. The lemonade is noteworthy - it is served in a big jam jar, it is exactly what it should be, worth a shot! Overall, not bad, 3 stars, I might even go back for the 16oz rump steak which looked (literally) heart-stoppingly good! read more

Bear was a disappointment - especially when compared to the cool culinary experience at Crackbird. My steak was a poor quality ribeye. The chorizo was alright, but one link was undercooked. The salad was nice and fresh - but the flavors mentioned on the menu were replaced by a too-average vinegar dressing. The highlight was the haddock spread 'small plate', which was both tasty and generous. I liked the line ginger lemonade. If you are not drinking alcohol or one of the lemonades, there are no other soft drinks on offer. The service was annoyingly slow-even for simple things like drinks and the bill. Our section seemed like a 'no go' area for the staff. Bear will undoubtedly bask in the aura of its far superior sibling Crackbird. But judged on its own merits, the place falls far short and can be easily skipped. read more

Bear specializes in offering up lesser known cuts of beef, such as feather steak or bavette. These cuts are a bit toothier, but offer outstanding flavor. The steaks are perfectly cooked and seasoned. I accompanied my feather steak (which is a blade from the chuck section of the cow) with bacon baked beans and millionaire fries. While the beans were good, the millionaire fries were outstanding. Essentially, these are potato gratin that has been cut into rectangular pieces and deep fried. Decadent and, perhaps, over the top. But insanely delicious. The space itself is very much in the current style, featuring reclaimed wood and steel, illuminated by Edison lighting fixtures. So far, this design methodology hasn't worn thin with me and it was well employed here. No Guinness to be found here, but there are a couple of tasty microbrews from local 6 Degrees. I highly recommend Bear. I'll be back next time I'm in Dublin. read more

Having been to Jo Burger and Crackbird in the past, and enjoying the experience I was very much looking forward to sampling Joe Macken's latest project, Bear. Being an avid rugby spectator, it was all the more enticing that Jamie Heaslip, an Ireland international/ Leinster vet and former Lion had joined forces with Joe in opening Bear. Having been in town for an opticians appointment early, I had a bit of time to kill before heading to class at 3 and so a trip to Bear was on the cards. I had been eager to try it out. Upon walking through the door, you'd know it was a Joe Macken project, it just has that vibe. Lunchtime in such establishments can be ferly on occasions, businessmen eat silently and briskly, always checking their watches, while students and other workers take their time and remain quite détente. One of the first thing that struck me was the number of suits. Bear is quite a causal, chilled out eatery with fresh music and a great ambiance. The decor is cool and contemporary, the bare lightbulb that hung over the table was my favorite piece. I was seated in the front of the restaurant next to the voluminous windows, ideal for people watching. Shades of Jo Burger here, sitting communal tables, not a bad thing though. The lunch menu is relatively extensive featuring, sandwiches or tortillas and salads and a soup. I ordered the pork tortillas which was served with a delicious red onion marmalade and lettuce. Really satisfying. One other really nice feature are the homemade lemonade in three flavors. I played it safe and stuck with the classic. It was utterly refreshing and had just the right zing that lemonade should have. Served in glass jam jars, the lemonade is a must. To cap off a marvelous lunch, the cappuccino was surprisingly good, given that most restaurants don't do very good coffee. What was even more satisfying was the bill, very reasonable. Bear is yet another triumph for Joe Macken in my opinion and while I didn't sample the steaks which is what it is trying to establish it's reputation on, I will certainly be back for dinner some evening very soon. read more

I had such high hopes for this place, and yes, I am a little biased as I'm a fan of Rugby, .... And Leinster, but was actually rather disappointed. Came here one of the match days, before KO for some grub. Waited about fifteen minutes to be seated, which was actually not too bad, the place was extremely crowded as was expected. We placed our orders about five minutes after we were seated and waited over 40 minutes for two steak and chips. I understand that due to the busy period it does take a little longer and in fairness the waiter did apologise for the delay, but over 40 minutes is a little ridiculous. Considering about 85% of the place was ordering steak too, and the people beside us got served about ten minutes after they placed their order. After the long wait, I was starting to get a little cranky (as you do). When we finally got our food, my steak came out medium when I specifically asked for it to be well done (please don't judge me for my well done steak). And from what I did taste of it, the quality of the meat wasn't all that great. As we had already lost over an hour on waiting to be seated and food there was simply no time to argue and wait again. Meh, try it I guess, if I do ever reluctantly come back here however, steak is the last thing I'll be ordering. Pity. read more

I'm a Leinster season ticket holder so I was really dying to get along to Bear restaurant. The concept is simple - take low grade cuts of beef and turn them into something great. I had a rib-eye and my friends had a feather steak (which is taken from the throat). I was impressed with the setup, although you could is could be accused of being more hipster than hip and perhaps a little try hard in places e.g. you can make appointments and you drink out of jam jars. Cool to a point I guess. My steak was nice. My friends' feather steaks were a little fatty. They have very different beers etc. and they have fries called 'million dollar fries'. These are €6 a portion - pricey but worth every red cent! Well worth a visit. Just go during the week or on a week night as you may not get a seat. read more

Went there on Sunday with my cousin and a friend and we had one of the best steaks ever! We had the "bavette" which is suggested to share between 2-3 ppl and it was loads! We were fighting to eat everything, which was hard, because it was sooo yummy. Not to forget about the delicious sides: we had the horseradish coleslaw, fries and the cauliflower cheese which were all a perfect company to the delicious steak! Try the homemade lemonades they serve in a huge jar. Is it with or without a shot, they are perfect to quench a thirst. read more

Sunburnt Pale Ale... GOOD Onglete for two.... GOOD Million Dollar Fries... AHMAYZING Crispy KALE... oh so IN and tasty right now Candles on the stairs... delicious Water bottles that look like wine bottles... confusing but SAFE. BEAR JOKES MATES, it is WELL tasty. Go! read more

We had a hard time getting seated (only one couple in front of us waiting) at Bear. It sort of kicked off the night with incredibly friendly but less than attentive service. We loved the staff, but strangely similar to Jo 'Burger, the aloof hipster vibe carries over to this restaurant. We ordered way too much food, with no sense of how big the portions were and without guidance from the server who told us she thought it "wouldn't be too much for two people." It was waaaay too much for two people - even two American football players. That said, all of the sides we ordered (shrimp and sweet potato cakes, scalloped potatoes, baked beans, smoked fish) were amazing. Very good work on the appetizers. The steak was surprisingly the most underwhelming, but the addition of the truffle butter certainly helped boosts the flavor. The mixed drinks were great, if but a bit pricey - and be forewarned that you can order from their limited (sweet) mixed drink menu but you can't special order - even if they have the alcohols on hand to make the drink. We tried to order a basic martini and were turned down. All in all, a good (albeit expensive) food experience with mediocre service that causes your dining experience to take much longer than anticipated. We're unlikely to return or recommend it to guests. read more

This is my first post on a yelp and my experience at bear is what has spurred me on to do so. I had a lovely minute steak with chips for a tenner. Quick service, good food and a nice atmosphere. However I did find a small pebble in my fries. I found it when I bit on it. Luckily no damage was done. But the focus of my review is on the response from the staff. The waiter first asked for the stone, took it down to the kitchen. Promptly the manager came up to me, asked me if I was ok and I had hurt myself. She apologised and explained how everything is prepared by hand and she had no idea how this could have happened. She immediately cancelled the bill and gave me a voucher. It is rare that a restaurant takes swift and polite action on what could have been a serious injury. I'm glad I didn't injure my teeth but I was really impressed with how the situation was dealt with. Prep chefs need to keep a closer eye even if it was a freak incident. But Kudos to the manager for her professional handling of the situation read more

As an Argentinian person I have to say that the quality of steak is pretty good. Good selection the only thing is that my steak which was rosary cut has a lot of fat and very little meat so I was kind of hungry after and one think that I don't like is being hungry after having a meal. I give 3 stars as the service is very friendly and astrologers is great to come with friends read more

Bear - Steakhouses Near Me - Dublin, D

Yet another JoBurger off-shoot, this is the fancy one... Primarily a steak place, it's odd that that's the worst part about it. I got the flat iron steak along with million dollar fries and (of course, as usual in the JoBurger restaurants) a lemonade. The steak was quite fatty and not cooked quote well for a medium but still wasn't terrible. The meal was saved by the million dollar fries. These masterpieces comprise of potato, thyme, cheese and other herbs all cut into slices and held together on toothpicks. These are almost worth a visit themselves. While there are better steaks out there, Bear is still a nice place to visit if just for the million dollar fries... read more

A quick no alcohol brunch who knew it could be done. It was never high on the list but gave it a shot given we were shopping in the area. The place was almost empty but on the plus side we got a window seat so great to people watch. Not much atmosphere and the music was just audible. I got the soft boiled eggs. They were OK but only 1 was soft boiled and was served with white pudding that was mashed onto toast. The red onion marmalade was homemade and not to my liking. The homemade lemonade was very nice and refreshing and served in a massive mason jar. Nothing blew me away and nothing would encourage me to return. read more

This place is AWESOME! It is unlike any restaurant I've ever been to. A place for men. Although the women I went with one time loved it to. You get to pick a huge steak (or 2) and split between everyone. I have had the london broil, Onlgette, and flank steak. All are great in their own way. The sides are great too. We have had the truffled eggs which are awesome and smoked haddock. I normally am not an egg man, but they are awesome. Beer is strong, good tasting, and very affordable. One of the best things on the menu - millionaire fries. Truly the best potato dish I've ever had. Big thick french fries that are light and garlic flavored. So good. This place is great for groups as it is good for sharing. Prices are affordable when split, and the atmosphere is great. Been on Friday night and walked in with a short wait both time. Good stuff. Owned by the same guy who runs Crackbird, Jo'Burger, and Skinflint. Go there. read more

Really good food, but to be honest, the service could use a shape up... When you look away from the service, and look at the surroundings, and atmosphere, I think they are doing really well - only minus would be the music they are playing, are so load that it's basically impossible to have a conversation with people infront of you - not goooood!!! The meat are amazing, and one thing YOU MUST try is the million dollar fries.... Heavy stuff - but in the best way toy can think of :) read more

It's all about the meat! Unusual cuts, lots of sharing options, generous portions. Outrageously tasty sauces and side orders are what makes the whole experience an indulgent feast. The vibe is Soho London or Meat District NY...it's dark, bustling and quirky. In a sea of sameness this is another genuinely different foodie experience from Jo'Burger's Joe Macken. But beware, Bear is not the place for the faint-hearted...or small appetites! read more

Bear does fantastic steak, but not cheap steak. I strongly encourage going for the shared options as these are the best value Onglet for 2 of you Flank for 3 London Broil for 4, well worth the wait. The main courses don't come with sides, of your choices, I'm a fan of the buttered leeks and the million dollar frieds. The buttered leeks are self explanatory (leeks cooked in butter) The million dollar fries, are very rich, you have to try them to understand them fully, but think of it as slices of potato pulled together by a cheesey creamy sauce. read more

I had such high hopes for Bear, but left feeling disappointed and irritated. We went here on a Thursday evening and were seated quickly. I tried to get the attention of the server for what felt like an age before he finally came over and took our order. The steak was nothing special, it looked and tasted like an average steak you'd get in a supermarket. The sides were okay, the millionaire fries were definitely the star of the show. When we got the bill, we finished our drinks left the money in the envelope and got up to leave. One of the serves darted over to grab the envelope, thanked us, opened the envelope and started to count the contents as she walked away. If only the service was that quick during the meal! Give this place a try, but go in with very low expectations. read more

It's just fine. I find that all of the restaurants owned by this guy are a bit quirky and interesting on the surface, but the food itself is a bit of a disappointment. There are far better steak/general meat places in Dublin City. Don't go here, in my opinion. Not worth the prices. read more

Really good to see the more unusual cuts of meat getting top billing New textures, exciting flavours. good selection of beer, wine ciders Good service and reasonable cost, whats not to like read more

So. I'm in Ireland for the first time and OF COURSE I want to eat and drink everything around. This means my mother sends me 5 million links of some of our favorite chef/food people and their Ireland suggestions. I watch Anthony Bourdain in Dublin and I'm like... ok, let's check out this place called Bear. I get there and I immediately like the decor, because, let's face it, I'm in Ireland and thrilled with everything I see(also, I love places that are rustic/ridiculous/etc). A waiter brings me to my table, I see my stuff set up in an old can and I'm pretty excited. The waiter leaves me alone fora bit and I decide on the minute steak and fries with a lemonade. He takes my order and sends my lemonade over with someone to help me get set-up on their wi-fi(no one could remember the passcode, so it took some time to get on). A little bit after I sit down, two women sit at the table next to me. I am uploading photos from Dublin, getting mapped to my next destination, talking to people, etc. I'm not paying much attention to the time until I realize the women next to me have already received their meals and are halfway through their lunches. What.... So I look around to catch my waiter's eye and I see the look of dread when he notices me looking around and sees I don't have food in front of me. He hurries over to the kitchen and talks with someone and then rushes over. He apologizes profusely and explains my order did not seem to have been filled. He immediately tells me that my meal will be on the restaurant and that I will have my meal in a moment. He was right! Not 5-7 minutes later, my steaming hot steak and fries come out and they made up for the wait! The steak was perfectly done. The sauces(there were 3 different ones) were DELICIOUS with both the steak and the fries and the fries were tasty(I sadly did not get the million dollar fries). So yeah... the service failed a little, but they immediately made up for it, and to be honest, I wasn't paying attention, so it didn't feel like a horrible wait to me. The food was great and I didn't have to pay(I tipped, but I can't help that- I always tip) I would come here again(although Dublin itself didn't impress me much- I much prefer Cork :P) read more

Where the old 'pop-up' version of Crackbird was on South William St comes Bear. We peep in for lunch as we pass. My girlfriend Reagan says she read a great review of the place in the latest Food and Wine magazine, so it seems rude not to try it no? The interior of Bear is all brown with the immediate front of the restaurant facing a large window facing South William St. The tables are long with stools. Up the steps there are lower tables with chairs. It's all quite nice inside and the back looks mysterious and romantic while the front, near the window is casual, airy, bright and open. The old radiator hangs from the wall that didn't keep me warm when I came here in February when it was Crackbird; thankfully it's a lot warmer inside now. We're seated near the window in the airy open space; the restaurant is quite empty, two couples and a single lady whose food arrives as we are being seated. The most amazing looking steak is on her plate, so we quickly scramble to see what's on the menu. The menu at Bear is different every day, as ours is dated "Lunch Apr 15th" I can't remember the full menu, but we pair our order down to two of three dishes; a pork and chickpea stew which just sounds delicious, the steak with fries and the sandwiches. The steak comes with the option of two cuts; minute steak or a rosary cut. Neither of us has either heard of this cut of meat. We ask the waitress and she explains it's the meat between the ribs. It's the one we noticed that the lady had ordered when we came in. The sandwich comes with the option of pork, beef or chicken. We decide on the rosary steak and the pork sandwich baguette with harissa mayo and jalapenos. For drinks we both go for the homemade lemonades; for her the traditional lemonade and for me the ginger lime lemonade. Our drinks come promptly and in giant jam jars. There's plenty of value in the drinks though I am beginning to get tired of getting drinks in quirky containers. Our food arrives and we decide to share the dishes. The component of the sandwich work well together though I think the pork is a little dry. The rosary cut steak is beautiful, just beautiful, and between us, neither of us can finish the huge amount of delicious rosemary fries were given, which really compliments what the steak has been braised in. The bill comes to €22, not bad at all for an excellent tasting and hearty lunch. Wonder what Bear will have in store for us next time! read more

Worth going here for the onion rings alone... not something I necessarily expected to say, ever, but it's true. They are coated in parmesan! Parmesan! Delicious. The 'uber coolness' of this place almost makes the cynic in me want to not like it, admittedly, but I think it's actually really very good. Between four of us we shared the onglet and the flank. I found the onglet more flavoursome but enjoyed both. We had sides of onion rings (obviously), million dollar fries which were as yummy as has been described and spinach. We also tried a couple of sauces that escape my memory now, but were pretty good too. I'm not hugely keen on the tables with high chairs (I'm very short so it's quite the climb!) and I think the prices might be a bit much for the casual vibe it projects but it wouldn't bother me enough to put me off. read more

One of the best places for steak in Dublin. Everything that I have had on the menu tastes amazing, especially the million dollar fries. The lunch menu before 4pm is fantastic in Bear also but unfortunately the million dollar fries aren't available until dinner! However, with steak and fries for €10 tis hard to beat. If you like a good comfy seat this place is not the greatest. read more

This place is great! First time visit and will definitely be back... Rustic decor with a good vibe to this place, it was an instant hit for me and the hubby. Menu here is small but what they do they do goooooooood...! Was hard to decide between sandwich options, daily stew or a steak and chips... Even had baked potato with great fillings on their menu! Super reasonable pricing makes this a spot even better I will definitely visit again, great lunch spot or dine for evening with some beers, cocktails or wines. Staff super friendly and enthusiastic! read more

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Very disappointing brunch. Two of us ordered hash with beets and steak. We assumed it was potatoe hash with beets thrown in but in fact was beet hash...all beets!! Not what you want for a Sunday morning and no real warning. It was also really bland, as was the steak. No seasoning and didn't come with the spicy sauce advertised on the menu. I think the seasoning is hit and miss here in generla as I came for dinner once and the steak was nearly inedible with salt. 2 stars is because 1 of the 4 of us enjoyed her dish, spuntino truffled egg...but agreed she wouldn't rush back based on service. The server could not have been less interested in us. We had to ask for water and he never watched out to see if it needed a refill. He also didn't seem to know the menu at all. I'd skip. Plenty more brunch places around doing much tastier stuff. read more

When coming to a steak restaurant, I don't recommend getting salad. The salad was, as I should have guessed, very disappointing. The boyfriends steak looked good and tasted good and the prices were decent enough. We weren't adventurous (or smart enough) to get the chunky looking (million dollar?) fries - this will be for next time. They smelled AMAZING though. :) read more

Very good location. There was a long wait so the hostess offered to text me when a table was ready, which I appreciated. The meat was excellent, I only gave 3 stars because the side dishes were a bit disappointing, my fried kale was dripping with oil and was not edible as a result. The potatoes were a bit greasy too...they definitely need to work on that! read more