This place is breathtaking. Such a beautiful building. We stopped in for one drink. This may have…read morebeen the best espresso martini I have ever had.

The best food we had in Ireland was here. Loved the beautiful atmosphere and the bartenders were…read moreawesome! Would highly reccomend.

Had a beer on the rooftop - super pricey and yes it's on temple bar but still 11.75 euro for a pint…read more- robbery but when in Dublin....didnt try the food.. Keep drinking!

This is a very popular place so expect crowds. You can seat yourself but we had the good fortune…read moreto score one of the enclosed booths which was really fun. There is a bigger room towards the back as well as seating in the area where you walk in and some seating outside. The fish and chips were pretty good and very filling. The food was very hot so was better to wait a bit and take a taste carefully. Service was good and it was a fun experience

My wife and I had a lovely time staying at the Air B&B behind the pub and having our dinners just a…read moreshort walk across the courtyard. The food was, in a word, amazing. Pat, Una, and their staff were wonderful. We were fortunate to be there during the euros, so I was able to take in the matches (my wife was less enthusiastic about this part). If you want to experience the Irish Midlands this is the place to go; both my wife and I travel and we try and avoid the touristy areas, preferring instead to spend our time meeting new people, and this trip provided that. Being American, I seldom get to have a good talk about football, but Pat was happy to oblige here. He's also made sure that every time I see Archie Gray take the pitch I will think of Weirs.

Wonderful experience, nicely maintained pub and restaurant, homemade fresh food with surprises and…read morethoughtful touches. Recommend for a great meal and good Craic.

This place was super cool. Really nice Victorian interior with cool stag-inspired decor. Staff is…read morenice and it's pretty spacious. Was surprised to find they had table service.

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.

The service was great and the servers were super friendly, even though we showed up (unknowingly) 5…read moreminutes before the kitchen closed. Great ambiance, and it felt like a solid Irish bar. Loved our Guinness, but the fish and chips were maybe the worst we have ever had. The fish was gray (not flaky, forget even being fluffy) and oily/greasy. The mushy peas were flavorful and the chips were great and we thoroughly enjoyed them with our pints. The burger looked terrific but tasted like two dried meat pucks with cheese. Might be one of the worst burgers I have ever eaten. I'm not sure if the food quality was this bad because we arrived so late in the evening or if it was because we were not the local patrons, either way it was really disappointing as our first meal in Dublin. Maybe go for a pint or maybe go earlier in the day but definitely don't go at night expecting the food to be good. Three stars because the servers were friendly enough, though nobody checked in once our meals were dropped off. I've traveled all over Ireland and this service and experience was lackluster at best.

Staff...awesome and professional. Food...so good...the fish is excellent and those ribs, get some…read moreof those too. Ambience...the cozy down home feel of old school cool is definitely real and appealing to those that appreciate an authentic experience. When in Dublin again I'll definitely be back at the MC.

Had a quick lunch here. Even though there were not many customers, it took a while for the waitress…read moreto reach me and place order. Nevertheless the BBQ ribs were bang on. Generous portion for the price, tender and juicy texture, and a pleasantly sweet and savory sauce. I would wish the sauce could also be offered on the side as an option so I don't need to wipe my hands that often.

Been coming here myself for a while now and as much as I love the food there is an inconsistency…read morewith staff.Depending on the day you might be treated lovely and with respect and sometimes mistreated.Being completely honest some of the people working there are completely unprofessional ignoring customers asking them to order multiple times!

I'm downgrading my previous review as the food just isn't as good as it was. Extremely dry burgers…read more Average chips. The pate was outstanding and the dessert was just as dry as the burgers. My sister had pasta, that was great. The service is excellent.

Food is always amazing staff are always welcoming. And the atmosphere is a 10 out of 10.read more

Surprisingly not busy at all on a gorgeous Sunday afternoon. We had our choice of seats out of the…read moreentire bar and extra attentive service. I believe the full brunch menu is offered 12-4 on Sunday. The fish and chips were the second best I've had while traveling abroad. The fish had these bigger pieces of salt on it (yum) and was perfectly fried. The mushy peas were also very good and I loved the hint of mint. The chips were... chips, just okay. The tartar sauce was also very unique, almost a tartar/mustard sauce, and it went well with the fish. The ambiance is very hipster, but I enjoyed the lunch and would visit to try more cocktails.

Just arrived in Dublin and wandering around lost, we went into the Exchequer because it was the…read moreonly place we found in the area with fish and chips. Service was good and the fish and chips were OK; perhaps the fish could have used a little more time I. The fryer as the coating was almost white in color; but, they were cooked and the meal tasted good. Exchequer seems to have many awards; so, perhaps this is the way to fix fish and chips!

Meet up with some friends to watch the Ireland & Czech Republic match. This entire part of the…read morecity was off the hook during the game. Even though Ireland lost in sudden death, the food was fantastic, Guinness was proper, and the service was very friendly. Expensive dinner but well worth the price.

Carlos and Anne-Marie offered fantastic service and the food was first class. Highly recommend the…read morespicy margarita, and anything Anne-Marie recommends! You cannot go wrong here!

Travel back in time when castles were a thing of royalty. This fun renovated castle is perfect for…read morereliving the days of renaissance period. This is a must place to stay if you don't want to go downtown and want stay close to the airport. Parking is terrible especially if they have a planned event. Nestled away in a little neighborhood, didn't find anything in walking distance. We had one of the luxury suites which included dinner. The four poster bed was made for a king. We melted into the plush mattress and comforters. The bathroom was like a spa and included thick white bath robes. Felt like it was a spa. Our room included dinner at the Fahrenheit Restaurant. What a wonderful place to dine. We got to order from a 3 course menu and everything was wonderful. Treat yourself to some pampering. Live like a king and queen for a night.

It was a treat to stay in a castle! The Clontarf Castle is well decorated. We stayed there for 2…read morenights, spaced a week apart. On both occasions, we asked for early check in well in advance. Unfortunately, they could not accommodate us on either occasion. While that wasn't great, we enjoyed their breakfast, drinks and dessert at the Knight's Bar. The beds were comfortable, although the rooms weren't large. It was quiet at night. This castle is only 15-20 minutes from the airport, and about 15 minutes from Dublin City center. We would stay there again!