My coworker played a nasty trick by sending us here by way of Enniskerry. The backroads here are so…read moreinsanely narrow, and the hills incredibly steep, not for the faint of heart! By the time we reached this place, we felt we earned every drink and nibble of food. By the time we ventured here, it was my 7th day of driving on the "correct" side of the road for the first time in my life, so the route here was certainly the final boss which required all my driving skills and full focus. The food was delicious and felt like something home cooked by your grandparents. Although I get the impression from locals that this is kind of a touristy place, I did not get that vibe from the atmosphere here. There were people from out of town asking about the dancing show, which is in a separate room and you need to purchase tickets for this in advance. The service here is what you would expect from Europeans: friendly, but slow. They seem to want to make you feel welcome to stay and not rushed out the door. I always feel awkward having to ask for the check, but I am getting better at it Overall, the experience was just what we were looking for: something warm and cozy after a week of dreary, cold Irish weather overlaid on top of our 12+ hour workdays. The table we sat next to were some local roofers who had far more difficult and dangerous jobs than we did, so we ended up leaving this place with a sense of gratitude for our jobs. Energized and refreshed from the long journey, we plowed through the rain and mist back down the mountain to our hotel in Dublin. The main roads here are far easier to traverse than the backroads.

Staple of any visit to the area, had the pie, which was huge, and asked for boiled potatoes not…read moreroasted, all washed down with a stout. The potatoes were super, knob of butter, perfect. The pie, is a stew with a pastry lid, not a pie. Lots of meat, and a very rich, salty gravy. Not a fan, but others raved about it. Plate envy for the roast chicken meal, looked lovely. Will I be back? Oh yes, I'll try something else, there is plenty to choose from.

We had a wonderful dinner at this gem of a restaurant a short walk from Hotel Mespil. Highly…read morerecommend when in the area but make a reservation beforehand as there are only a small number of tables. Only a few photos taken but they should give a good idea of the quality and ambiance.

An utterly divine experience. I expressed this sentiment to the waitress by the way!…read more The quality of service, hospitality, and the lamb sheppard's pie created a memory of a lifetime. Thank you to the Sussex staff for this wonderful experience. Viva la Sussex

Small place that most tourists overlook but worth a visit if only for the outstanding beef stew…read moretgat was unbelievably scrumptious

Very cute little restaurant in Temple Street! This is a gem in the middle of a high traffic and…read moretourist intense area. Very romantic and relatively quiet, it was perfect for us having a baby who had just fallen asleep! There is limited seating and it got full fast. We tried the seafood chowder and Irish stew and both were light and delicious! We also had their homemade bread which kept getting better at every taste! I don't think they have a liquor license but they service zero proof Guinness and wine as well as craft cocktails with mead!

This was a very comfortable, very friendly bar. We just stopped in for a quick drink but could feel…read morethe welcoming vibes right away.

Super cute bar with kind staff!! There was a chill vibe and drinks were priced well. Definitely a…read moregreat spot to check out with friends!

We got reservations, kinda last minute, but they were able to accommodate and even took us 30…read moreminutes early. We had average expectations going in on a Saturday night with some availability. We were pleasantly surprised. My wife's haddock with Irish chetter mash was one of her favorite meals, ever. She kept raving about the tender fish and rich flavors. I got the cod, with asparagus and capers, I like cod, but this was outstanding. The sear was spot on, and the fish was perfectly tender. Cod is easy to overcook, I was impressed. They had multiple affogato options, which was a fun twist for after dinner sweetness. Bread pudding with a side of port was a great ending to a great meal. The service was friendly and attentive. We never felt rushed, and they helped us understand their menu. By the time we left it was packed, we felt the luck of the Irish came through on an impromptu dinner in downtown Dublin.

When we decided on traveling to Dublin, we thought the winding stair looked particularly nice and…read morebooked a dinner here. We were very happy we did! The spot is located up a literal winding staircase that takes you into an inviting room that boasts a lovely view of the river below. We didn't go to the third floor, but I can imagine it was equally lovely. They've got an impressive wine list and a moderate beer list that's predominantly bottle. Interestingly they don't have spirits so the mixed drinks are wine cocktails - boss! I tried a white port and tonic drink - seriously next level! I don't often find wine cocktails and even more rarely are they really good! The menu is impressive and seasonal, save the potted crab and haddock, which are on all the time. It should be know for any who dine with our crew, that we share a lot, so everything we had was enjoyed by all 5 of us. The crab was unbelievable! Creamy, flavorful, magical. The beef cheek and fish plate were also perfect for sharing. We also had two scotch eggs - these could have a Klondike bar (look it up youngins!) like marketing campaign! We shared the Haddock and the Pigs on Green Port Tenderloin. Both were awesome, with the Haddock more memorable. We haven't had such delicious mashed fish since Iceland and the cheddar mash and onions were the perfect accoutrement! The chocolate fondant was delicious and the bread and butter bread pudding was life changing. The whiskey sauce is something I'd swim in if given the chance! It was lick the plate good. The service was spot on and we got out of there for about €50 a person, full and happy! The whole evening was excellent and this place definitely deserves the accolades. If you're in the area, you should check it out!

We enjoyed our lunch here. I really liked the music that was playing. I asked the server; he kindly…read morechecked and told me it is a Spotify playlist called "Irish Drinking Songs". I got the seafood chowder; it was tasty. My daughter got the Smashburger but confessed to me she felt guilty about ordering a burger in Ireland since we had just arrived here from the USA yesterday. She was pleased to report that it tasted a lot different from the typical American burger and she was glad she had ordered it. The other members of our group also enjoyed their burgers and mushroom burger; the only complaint being that they were "messy". So I guess if messy is a big concern of yours you might want to be careful about ordering that. I think though that probably most people who order something called a smashburger probably realize this already.

Food- 8/10 Drinks-7/10…read moreService- 6/10 Ambiance-8/10 Overall experience-8/10 went here for bangers and mash- was good yet the sauce was heavy on the mustard where you can clearly taste it. I ordered a cider and they brought me a beer saying it was cider. the service was fine- got us what we needed quickly. we were able to watch a World Cup game here with plenty of tvs and had good live music.

It was raining and I was reluctant to leave my hotel for lunch but I made the right choice in…read morewalking to The Little Kitchen. I was treated to a fabulous three-course meal. It began with a warm goat cheese salad with pomegranate seeds and fresh greens in a light dressing. Delicious. The roasted chicken was spectacularly presented and delightful. I was so full I took the Irish cheese assortment back to my hotel and enjoyed it that night. The restaurant was quiet but cheerful and the service was excellent. I'm so glad I ventured out on a blustery day. It was worth it. Best meal I've had in Ireland!

I was disappointed. The reviews of Little Kitchen were so positive and while we enjoyed a nice meal…read morehere, it was not memorable or special. The space is close, but that's not uncommon in restaurants in Dublin. Frankly, I'm not sure it would be possible to put more tables or people in this space. My experience was that the staff were rushed, they felt stressed, and for me, this is a significant red flag. We enjoyed the appetizers, the Goats Cheese and super food salad and steamed Irish mussels. They were very tasty. The Filet of Cod was good, not great. Ditto the Pan Roasted Kitchen. But for me, it was the ambience that significantly affected my experience in not a positive way.

Very nice outdoor patio for a beer and a snack…read more I had the club sandwich which came with a tasty sauce and a side salad. My wife had the prawn cocktail and she was very pleased with her choice. The prawns were pricey, but she was pleased with the size and taste of them.

Stopped in for lunch and found the place quite busy. However we were seated immediately by the…read moreserver and our drink orders were taken. We were also told about the lunch special, a fish burger with fries. We ordered the fish and chips and the special fish burger. Our order came quickly and everything was very hot. The fish and chips had a large fish filet, tartar sauce, a small container of peas (not mushy peas as was expected) and a metal container of fries. The container was very hot and helped keep the fries crispy. The fries were unique in that the shape had a celery shape with a valley to keep the ketchup in place or as I was told by the server mayonnaise for her. The fish was well fried and very hot. The fish burger was unique in that from what I could tell it was flaked or mashed fish filets then surrounded by a flat filet to keep its shape. It was served on a soft bun with lettuce, tomato, and red onion. The 'burger' was very large and thick that it almost made it hard to eat, but I managed! The batter was very thin, light and crispy. Again the fries were super hot and crunchy and there was a small container of tartar sauce. Both meals were good but lacked seasoning. Not sure they would be ordered again. The menu is small but would have enough for most appetites. They do offer an all day Gorgonzola and bread appetizer which, if we were going to spend time drinking, I would have ordered. Atmosphere was very loud with plenty of bar noise (dishes, silverware, and glassware being knocked about) which sometimes made it difficult to hold a conversation. Seating was a combination of booth, tables, and chairs. This is a large establishment with another bar area to the rear, labeled Molly's Room (Malone perhaps?). All in all an ok visit not sure we'll pop back in on our next trip.