Another great pub lunch. Our tour guide recommended one so being ornery we went to the other which looked more inviting. I had the Fish Pie: salmon, cod, smoked haddock in white wine cream sauce topped with mash(ed potatoes). It had plentiful fish and was served very hot. I liked the variety of fish. The smokiness from the haddock complemented the simpler flavors of the cod and salmon. Potato topping was slightly browned under the broiler. The fries were good. This also came with another excellent pre-dressed small green salad and good coleslaw: light on the mayonnaise, tangy, and peppery. The wife had the fish and chips and I thought it the best of at least 3 we've had in Ireland. The batter was consistently crunchy, thickness appropriate for the fish, and the portion generous. Again, served with sides of the same green salad and coleslaw, and more mushy peas. I think the wife likes these more than I do. The server was welcoming, the surroundings inviting, and we spent a relaxing 35 minutes or so and, refreshed, continued our walking tour. Sadly didn't get to try the Sticky Toffee Pudding because we had planned on ice cream down the street. Looking at the website just now I see they have rooms upstairs. One described as "Cute Apartment" and the other as "Cosy Flat". Probably worth checking out if you're considering a stay in Dingle. read more

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Excellent service in this pub that serves solid pub gastronomy. We had a West Cork whisky old-fashioned that was bitters-forward and delicious. We tried the Dingle single malt signature - smooth and intense. The fish pie was our consolation prize after the fish and chips were sold out. Delicate, golden topped pastry over a bed of mashed potatoes with creamy fish in what is like a pot pie, was piping hot. It was served with a side salad, cole slaw and chips. Chips were very good. We shared a beetroot salad, which was excellent with yummy garlic bread. Sticky toffee pudding was the finale. It was good, not great. The edges were a little dry and the dough was coarse, not smooth and velvety as I hoped because of others I have had in the past elsewhere. The waitress saved us the last piece since she heard us talk about it. That was extra nice! Good atmosphere and service, good drinks. read more

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My bestie said the muscles and seafood chowder was great. I really enjoyed the fish and chips. Such a warm and inviting place. Everything coming out of the kitchen looked and smelled amazing!!! read more

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We had a great dinner here on a Monday night. The place was busy but there was no wait. I ordered the special which was lamb chops with potatoes and veggies and it was excellent. We also ordered the potato skins and were surprised when it arrived with chili on it, but it hit the spot! My friend has to eat gluten free and this restaurant had many gluten free options. It was the first time she's had chowder since she's been diagnosed with Celiacs disease and she was so happy! They also allowed us to split the bill. read more

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The 4 of us stopped in at John Benny's Pub for drinks after our dinner at the nearby Fish Box. We found a nice table near the bar and soaked in the atmosphere, our new Irish friends at the next table, the friendly bar staff, and all the dollar bills tacked to the wall. We drank slowly and really enjoyed the moment. read more

Chowder was just OK. It was too thin and not enough fish. Haddock fish and chips were OK. Scallops were excellent and plentiful for the price. They were fresh. I had grilled vegetables on this delicious pastry. It was tasty and interestingly different. The place is nice and people were nice. There are police badges in different places around the walls. The pub is small but OK for pub food. We came back the next night for local music with a traditional flute/tin , accordion and guitar player. That was excellent especially with a couple drinks. read more

This was a nice little pub we popped into while walking through town. We were there in the off-season, so it was fun to easily get into little gems like this place without a huge lunch line. We got VIP quality seating up against the window where we could check out the water and people watch. The restaurant extends back a bit with more seating outside the main bar area. Our server was friendly and helpful, and while the husband and I just wanted drinks, our compadres went for brunch. We sampled the seafood soup (gluten free) which was great, and the husband of mine helped himself to a bite or two of his buddy's sandwich.. what are friends for anyway?? Drinks and food were great, and we loved the intimate atmosphere. It's definitely a win. read more

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A nice pub in Dingle, the food was amazing. Definitely recommend the Guinness Stew. However the young dark haired server was terrible. Yes, we're Americans, but we try to be respectful of other cultures. She treated us like scum and made us feel like we ruined her day. I know European culture doesn't tip, but we would've tipped. Screw this place, if you're Irish enjoy it, if you're from another country they will treat you like trash. Nice work John Benny's, just another mediocre pub in a nation of drunks. Just put Americans not allowed on the front of your establishment. Maybe if we tariff Guinness it might effect you're already failing economy. read more

John Benny's Pub - Good food, garbage service. - Pubs Near Me - Dingle, Kentucky

This is an amazing pub. The food is top notch. The service is absolutely wonderful. The music, the crowd, lovely. This is now a destination in our hearts. read more

Great food and service. Close to many wharf side shops and attractions. Also great pub experience. Fun place on Galway.

Nicest people ever. Also, this is a seafood place, but two of my kids have shellfish allergies. They were amazing at accommodating our family. Food was good - I had the mussels. Also, who can complain about hot whiskey at the end of the night?? read more

Good food and service. Busy little place with some different menu items than the standard meals. read more

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Classic Irish food and pub fare, with good soccer on tv and Guinness as expected. Stew, daily specials and steak were delicious.

The staff were warm and welcoming. However, the food was mediocre and the restaurant smelled of stale beer and the floors had grim on them near the kitchen door along with pieces of food that had been dropped read more

The service was meh, none of us thought the food was good - the crab wrap was just mush, my wife didn't eat half the mussels she was given, and my kid didn't even like the pizza. I don't know if it's a tourist location issue, a bad day, or it not being peak season, but it's a rough one. read more

VISIT #1 After over a mile of walking around Dingle, we came to the conclusion that food here was simply more expensive than Dublin or Kinsale. Luckily a nice old local Irishman reccommended John Benny's as a solid value pick, and right he was! We both had the 15 euro fish pies...hearty and delicious! Not as fancy as Kinsale's Fishy Fishy Cafe's Fish Pie, but for 6.50 euro/$9 less, Benny's Fish Pie is the Fish Pie winner! Pints ran about 4 euro each. VISIT #2 Pints and Music! Not sure what the band was called...but it was the best music we heard on our trip. Get there earlier than later because it gets crowded! Luckily another American couple shared their table with us...thanks Rita and Al of Michigan! read more

Reliable food at a centrally located for a moderate price. Stop in for a pint or bit of grub when you're down by the water front. read more

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Fantastic place. Super warm staff. So good we went twice. Best mussels ever - amazing flavor and super delicate. Also loved the seafood chowder, risotto and grilled beef and leek sausage. read more

After a long, cold, rainy walk around town we needed some food and drinks. Randomly picked John Benny's and I am so glad that we did. Live music was playing and the pub was busy but not crazy packed. We were able to find seats at the bar. The music was nice and at a perfect level. Not too quiet and not too loud where you can't have a conversation with the person next to you. The beverage menu was good with lots of choices of booze but more importantly beer. They had local selections of craft beers along with a ton of excellent choices of alcoholic ciders. We were very happy with all the booze, beer, and cider choices we had. We shared a shepherds pie with mash and it was very tasty. The portion was huge and we were both full even though we shared. The service was also good and the prices very reasonable. read more

John Benny's Pub - Pubs Near Me - Dingle, Kentucky

The absolute best fish fry in Ireland!! The employees are so friendly and accommodating!! We had a table of seven and were seated immediately, without hesitation! This was especially important, because we were on a tour and needed to be back in 45 minutes. The employees were more than happy to accommodate our time restraint. The waiter that took our pint and food order, stayed and talked to us about where we were from. He was so inviting! The food is absolutely delicious!! I ordered the fresh fish and chips of the day! Honestly, the best fish I've had in Ireland. The dish comes with a fresh side salad, peas and chips. All equally tasty! I would highly recommend this place to everyone!! read more

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Nice, friendly, well run establishment. Good fresh menu, drinks are great! I wouldn't hesitate to stop in and eat here again. read more

We stopped in for a quick visit here. My dad got the traditional tea (all the Irish teas come out scalding hot). I got the regular herbal tea, which was some of the best, flavorful tea I've had without sugar. Prices were a little higher than usual in the area and several others ordered Irish coffees (in to-go cups nonetheless!). It took a bit of work to get the bartender's attention just to get a to-go cup and pay read more

Four of us visited here early last October. I thought the food was really goid and the service friendly. I had Sea Bass w/ Pesto Mashed Potatoes, Carrots, and Green Beans. I really like mashed potatoes and will take any excuse I can to have pesto. So, the pesto mashed was a perfect side for me, and really complimented the sea bass well. The carrots and green beans were very good quality and nicely prepared. For a starter, I had a Thick Tomato Soup, which was one of the best tomato soups I've ever had. Another member of our party had the Sea Trout, and was quite pleased with it. The Fish and Chips were not good, according to two members of our group. read more

One of the best places for Guinness Stew, Baileys hot chocolate, and Baileys coffee. The mussels were the best mussels I have ever tasted. The seafood chowder was very tasty too. The service was also very good. The decorations were awesome too. I'm from Chicago and I saw a Chicago police badge hanging on one of the ceilings. It was nice to see a little slice of home. Also many other badges and knickknacks from other states and countries. read more

We stopped in here for a light lunch before doing the Slea Head drive. They have the typical selection of Irish beers as well as some local options. For lunch I got a tomato tartlet. This was kind of like a quiche with some tomato bisque. It was perfect for a light lunch and wasn't overly expensive. read more

Great service with a very funny waitress! Awesome traditional Irish food. Rounding up from 4.5 to 5. The mussels were a 5 star dish easily! Shepard's pie was a 4.5; Guinness stew was a 4.5 and the chowder a solid 4 as it could have used a tad more salt! Lovely bar vibe and place. read more

Stumbled upon this pub on accident. It's actually very good. Not a lot of tourists in here, mostly locals. I got the soup of the day (parsnip vegan soup) and it was some of the best soup I've ever had. Filled me up on this chilly day. I also had the smoked salmon goat cheese tortilla, which was pretty tasty as well. It's a very chilled out and local pub. Nice laid back atmosphere. Come here after you say hello to Fungie! read more

We came here on recommendation of Rick Steve's "Best of Ireland." The pub is right near the water and has a large menu of traditional Irish food to choose from. The bartenders doubles as servers, and all of them were kind and welcoming. I ordered the roast of the day, which was the lamb roast, and my wife ordered the shepherd's pie. Both were phenomenal, and a great value. We both left stuffed and satisfied. read more

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miserable weather day on the peninsula made worse by a disappointing meal. I am used to the Euro service being task based vs customer service based like the states, but this was sad. had fish and chips twice already in Ireland so thought I would not order what my friends told me as a fantastic version and ordered the seafood chowder I also had a few times in travels there. but also ordered a crab wrap w guacamole onion. the chowder was potato soup with a few chunks of seafood and one mussel, and the wrap was "crab salad" at best. our server didn't ask a question when I let her take 3/4 of a wrap and half bowl of the chowder? bad food and sad service. read more

WOW- we stopped here whilst doing the Slea Head Drive and boy are we glad we did. As per usual practice, we checked for good food using Yelp and searched by price, location and ratings. Walking in here was like walking into a Aladdin's cave. It was just a plain door, but you enter into a fantastically adorned bar buzzing with live music. The atmosphere was eccentric. We ordered the: x Fish and Chips- 3/5 very average x Fish soup- 2/5 hmm, I expected it to be soup, you know, the traditional watery kind. It was not soup but a thickened cream type base. I was told by the waiter that this was how they do their soups at restaurants because it's too hard to do it "home style". Service was very attentive, this young lad with a pony tail and glasses- it was so busy but he was always eyeing our table and always ensuring our water was topped up and our tables cleared. He was very sweet. I wouldn't come back here for food, but I'd definitely revisit for beers. read more

Had lunch and a few pints here. Hit the spot. One of the best meals we had in all the the 32 counties, for real. Service was good but not stellar. But as long as I had a pint in front of me I was OK. Daily food specials are the way to go. read more

I love John Benny's!! The staff are great, food is great, music is fantastic! John Benny is a wonderful host and very attentive and friendly. A MUST for Dingle visitors :) read more

"Just ok", We landed into John Bennys with a group of 8 and the first problem was trying to find somewhere for us all to sit. Once tables had been moved and beer mats used to level wonky tables we had a look through the menu. Surprisingly lacking in fish dishes, a lot of us went for steak. We also had the hake, beef stir fry and bacon & cabbage. The food was decent but is expensive for what you are getting, while the steak seems good value at first the lack of sides provided and the cuts of meat used tempers that view somewhat by the time you are done. Now having said that some if the prices bring charged in eateries in Dingle are very high so having a slightly more affordable option is good, but I just felt that value isn't just down to price and I didn't feel it was great value just a few corners cut and a bit rough & ready. So in the end, just - OK. read more

We were staying in one of their apartments and came down for food. This was the best fish and chips in our entire U.K./Ireland trip. The live Irish music and the fact that they were ok with our kids being there after 9 was what pushed this to 5. Great place! read more

We stopped by because of the good reviews. We ordered the seafood linguine and the fish and chips. Both were okay. The service was excellent but the food was a bit disappointing. read more

I got the Sheppard's Pie special. Food was solid and affordable for Dingle! The Guinness was cheaper than other places I've been in Ireland, too. Great atmosphere! read more

AMAZING. The food looks like it comes from a magazine. It has a lot of options on the menu if you do or don't like sea food. Such fresh sea food and great flavors in all the other foods. VERY FRIENDLY STAFF!!! Go here it's better than anything else on this strip for food! read more

We stopped at John Benny's for lunch one day during our stay in Dingle. We shared a pot of Mussels, and they were tasty. The sauce they were cooked in was flavorful and perfect for dipping the bread. I also got the seafood chowder, which is why I am only giving 4 stars. It wasn't bad, but it was kind of thin and there wasn't much to it. The service was friendly. I would probably go back, but avoid the seafood chowder. read more

Lovely pub, lovely people, delicious seafood. (If the "fish pie" is available, order it -- the name doesn't come near to doing it justice!) A great place for a meal, a drink or both on your way to or from the Dingle Peninsula! read more

We ate here our first night in Dingle, in May 2009. Dingle was still a little slow and empty at that point, so this place wasn't hopping (as I've heard it can be during the summer months). No "Trad" the night we were there. However, it was a very decent place for our first pub meal of our 10-day trip. I had the fish & chips (cliche? you bet) and a Harp. Fresh and delicious! I can't recall what my partner had, but I know he enjoyed his as well. FYI -- this place is also known as John Benny Moriarty's or just John Benny's. read more