The food was delicious and came out hot and timely the drinks were amazing and the ambiance was great for a pub restaurant

Waiter took initial beverage order. I ordered sparkling water. All others in my group ordered alcoholic beverages. Their drinks came fast. Asked for water 2 more times. Waiter became smart aleck after 2nd time. Waited more than 30 minutes for water. Seems they have a water server. He said took so long because water was delivered to wrong table. Really????? Food good but not outstanding. Long wait for food. Don't recommend this restaurant. read more

Fabulous Fish & Chips as well as wonderful service. Homemade chips. The atmosphere was great too. A great way to start our first evening in Ireland. We would highly recommended The Ivy House for a good meal! read more

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Our 1st night in dublin we were glad to find the ivy house. Wonderful cold guinese and a fabulous dinner of steak and mashed potatoes mushrooms gravey and bread. Our waiter jonas from france was very helpful and friendly to my wife and i. I recommend this nice bar and comfy restaurant. read more

In a previous life this was a local to scare away any strangers, today however it is a youth-friendly, trendy, dark uber bar with restaurant attached. As far as the food goes they do a mean Caesar salad. As for the bar itself, the drinks ain't cheap but the company is convivial. Down the front, the low rise seating (chairs and couches) lends itself to conversation. In the main body of the pub, it's barstools and high tables all the way though you are closer to the bar. Weekends are noisy in a good way, with a DJ playng to the crowd and if you've spare cash in your pocket then there are paintings on display for sale. Not sure about the wall mounted rugby jerseys though - an anomaly in Drumcondra. read more

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A great spot in Drumcondra to meet with friends and have some pints. Food is good but it's not their greatest asset. I had a nice meal, beef curry, portions were were very generous. read more

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I can't believe the Ivy House doesn't have 5 stars across the board. This place was on point for breakfast and our waitstaff was epic. I had some amazing vegan pudding dish and the most beautiful cappuccino on this planet. Rafael was the cutest and most amazing-est waiter ever. read more

i dont know why but i have always had a soft spot for Carthy"s (the ivy house), maybe its the decent Guinness, relaxed atmosphere, or late bar, which can turn out to be a verrrryyyy late bar, or the sheer fact that i can go home by rail (hand rail), and indulge in an extra couple of pints instead of shelling out for a taxi... As embarrassing as it sounds, i dont think there has been a single weekend gone by in the last year that i have not gone to Carthys(bows head in shame) . Although I think you have to live/drink on the Northside to appreciate how good this bar really is. (and PLEASE dont compare it to Quinns........ you wont find any trainee teachers dancing on the tables to Galway Girl in here...) any way heres everything you need to know.... 1. bouncers are A1 2. bar staff really friendly, can pour a decent pint. 3.really good crowd especially long-weekends and matchdays, 4. banging tunes to cater for everyone.. (including golden oldies such as Bowie,Motown,stones, beatles,etc 5 good live music Thursday/Friday 6.crawling distance to several chippers and curryhouses. 7. drinks promo's 8. and most importantly a heated smoking area. read more

The best rugby bar on the northside to watch a match by a country mile! The Ivy house also provides great drinks specials, something different every night, a great menu, quick service, and is located on the Drumcondra road just off Griffith Ave so its well serviced by public transport. The pint of Guinness is great, and they also do pitcher specials starting at €10 allowing you to add their spicy chicken wings for a mere €5, so 3pints and a bowl of chicken wings for €15! VALUE! The Ivy house beats local bars such as Quinns (the crèche) and the porterhouse north ('howayaaa! heaven) hands down. The bouncers are great, there is never any trouble and If you want to get away from the more sporty, youthful ambiance of the lounge/restaurant there is a quite bar, and a nice heated beer garden on offer too. read more

Movie night on Tuesdays at the Ivy = top idea!! I had never tried the movie night here, which runs every Tuesday, is free, and is typically listed in the movie listings on entertainment.ie and elsewhere. What they do is block off a dedicated area for watching the film of the week - an area down the back of the pub, that they arrange with couches and tables so that it's set up for a comfortable watching experience. Nice job. Anyway, this week I had the chance to go for the first time. 4 of us went, and none had been before. I should mention that the film in question was absolutely perfect : 21 Jump Street. Its a great setup: we ordered food, beers, were issued with the kinda cool wireless headsets they give you so that you can have a clutter free audio stream for the movie, and off we went. Beers in hand, the movie kicked off, and then the food arrived a while later. 40 quid got us all main courses and our first beers - beer, food and a movie for a tenner: what's not to like? Highly recommended and I will be back! read more

Great music on Thursday evenings, drinks only €3.50! Sad that they have no music on Saturday eves. read more

The Ivy House - Irish Pub Near Me - Dublin, D

I love the live music here. This place was right across from my hotel so it was convenient for me. I recommend this place to all Best Western Skylon hotel guests, haha. Prices are decent here. Cool shots and nice beer selection. ONE thing to be cautious of.... is the candle on the table. The table tops are high and the candles are low... There was no were to hang your stuff so I left my new purse on the table- It got burnt when drinks were being placed on the table. I was probably a bit clumsy but just be careful :) read more

What I was looking for: Daytime: good food, well priced, friendly staff that understand the needs of toddlers, space for buggies! and a good selection of foreign beers! I got it all at the Ivy House, parking can be a bit difficult but we always get a spot on home farm rd which is close by. The Skylon opposite also have parking but you have to pay. Nighttime: My sister recently had her 30th birthday party there, it was ideal, food, drink, late bars and funky music......you can't loose! read more

After a couple of crazy days in Temple Bar, I was looking for a less hectic place to batter my liver. Enter The Ivy House - where good food makes it into my belly just as quickly (just not as often) as good beer. It's outside of city centre, yet only the simplest 15 minute bus ride away. They don't know how to pour a Paulaner, and really lack the glassware (I'm not trying to be a snob, but I imbibe the stuff regularly in Munich), but they do pour a mean Guinness pint, and they have a broad selection of other beers from Belgium, Italy, the Netherlands, and even some Budweiser, if you're into that. In the back is a beer garden/patio/grill area. During sporting events, they'll grill you a burger to order, or other grill foods. I was actually supposed to watch the GAA semifinal between Maigh Eo and Dublin, but due to the lingering effects of my whiskey research the night before, missed the whole game and arrived just after. Yet. the bar was still full of happy supporters of both teams (one team obviously happier) jovially making mirthy merry with their pint-lubricated brethren. Food is really good, portions are generous, and public transport stops almost right outside the door. I recommend The Ivy House to any Dubliner, but especially to any visitor who wishes to get off the beaten path and experience a little more of the city. read more

I was here the other night with my boyfriend and eveyhing about the place was just terrible. I thought the decor was outdated, the tables all seemed very far apart and there was just too much space in the place for it to feel in any way homely. We were left sitting for about 15 minutes before anyone came to ask if we wanted to see menus or get a drink.....they didn't serve Guinness but had something else that was half the strength and according to my partner it wasn't great! After a further 15minutes we got our starter, We both ordered soup that was served with crusty white rolls which was nice, but far from hot! The staff clearly forgot about us as we were left sitting with empty bowls in front of us for nearly an hour before someone realised we were finished. The girl then brought us our main courses. I ordered the Guinness pie which was probably the worst thing I've eaten in a long time, truth be told I hardly touched it. It was freezing for starters! The stew came in a side bowl, and I stay 'stew' instead of pie because it looked like stew with a rock hard Yorkshire pudding floating around on top! It also came with mash just plonked on the side of the plate.....which had formed a skin on it...it was that cold! The stew also had a serious amount of Guinness in it and it was far too strong I simply couldn't eat it. My boyfriend got the buttermilk chicken with a side of chips, the buttermilk chicken was alright, but the chips were shrivelled and tasted reheated too and the mayo that came with the dish tasted off. I won't be back here again in a hurry. read more

A really nice bar....that is trendy, fun and full of surprises. The food menu is fab with plenty of choice, a fully stocked bar with drinks i've never heard of and offers on drinks that can't be beat. While it is a little more expensive than your average local, it is much cheaper than the city centre. The bar also offers a night of entertainment, from a cinema night up to an up and coming band playing for your enjoyment.....on last "Arthur's Day" The Script turned for a sing song....so just shows how this bar is becoming a very successful rival for a night in town!! read more

Loved the hot soup on a cold day after touring....my husband had the haggis and he loved it!!! Bartenders were really sweet!

Good fare. Moderate prices. Bangers and mash were spot on, the Thai curry chicken was savory with some heat. Popular spot for the students across the street at DCU. Hotel rooms upstairs if you are traveling thru. Meets expectations! Doesn't exceed them, but nothing to complain about. read more

Good selection of big-brand beers (standard ones) and a very good burger. I have only been there once, but the interior is nice and the staff is friendly. Looked that way as if it would attract a more younger crowd. read more

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When we walked in the place was super cute and the staff was very welcoming. The waiter was super friendly and was joking around with us. The prices are unbelievable. They have specials until 7pm which include a drink. I had the Guiness pie and it was the best thing I've had here so far. This place is a must if you are here in Dublin. read more

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Visiting Dublin for just a few days, I stopped here as I just arrived at lunch time. Food is very good and portions are fair compared to price. Service is good, and so is the atmosphere. TVs and WiFi are available to keep you entertained. read more

The Ivy House - Good meat! Fries could be a little better, still I would order this again. - Irish Pub Near Me - Dublin, D

Not impressed with the ivy house, especially with all the great bars around Dublin nowadays, the food was bland, and the place looks like it could do with a good clean. I also overheard one of the staff say that If a customer walked out on a table - the owners charge the waiter/waitress - full price!?!? Sound!!! Also for the €4.50 drink specials they serve you - the vodka that could be best described as paint stripper! At best!!! Try somewhere else. . . read more

The Ivy House is more or less a sports bar. The portions of food are enormous - two people can easily share a Main and probably still have some leftover. Buttermilk chicken was delish, and the Thai curry chicken was excellent as well. read more

Eat here quite regularly. We've sampled most of the menu & it's always quite good. Service is always friendly & attentive. It's pretty good value too. Their sweet & spicy wings are excellent but I'm convinced they're microwaved. read more

The Ivy House - Irish Pub Near Me - Dublin, D

"Guinness Tastes Way Better at the Source!" Rachel, our server did a great job. She assured us that this was a genuine Irish Pub (yes it is a pub and yes it is in Ireland). We're on a layover in Dublin, between London and Chicago. http://j.mp/Y7elg3 here's the menu Amazing dish: Traditional Beef and Guinness Pie, tender chunks of Irish beef, slow cooked with vegetables topped with crispy buttery lid and a side of vegetables €14.50 (see photo). Sure they have American burgers and all sorts of international stuff, but we decided to give this a go - one of the best meals ever! We also ordered the Guinness (included) even though I've never liked the stuff - always too bitter and strong for me. I told my wife she'd hate it since she doesn't like strong beer. Well it was completely different than I'd ever tasted, it was rich, smooth and creamy - even a touch sweet. She loved it. It must help that its made less than 5 miles from here! Thanks again Rachel read more

Good atmosphere and good pints but food leaves a lot of room for improvement They may just have had a bad day but fish definitely off read more

Great place to meet up with friends. Come here a lot on weekends for a few drinks and chats. The inside and whole atmosphere of the place is lovely, although some staff are nice and some aren't, might just be on their mood that night. Food is also quite tasty as well, outside area is quite small but still lovely to sit out in for a drink or two in the sun. Close to town as well if you want to go here before town, easy to get a bus read more

Great steak, beers and the service was good. And with the collage next door great atmosphere

Great pub. I've been coming here for years. Always a fun crowd and the food is good quality pub grub and it has a reasonable price tag too.

I love this place! Their fish and chips is scrumptious and I just can't get enough. On rugby days, the atmosphere is cracking and the bar can get wedged beyond belief but its all part and parcel of the Irish craic!! On summer evenings, they host a fantastic BBQ out the back and the burgers are gorgeous. If you're on a whistle stop tour of Dublin, drop in here! read more

I had a great first experience in the Ivy! Staff were friendly and efficient and portion sizes were generous! I had wings and they were so good, definitely a great spot! read more

Good food and menu. Good atmosphere. Between shifts the service was poor after food was brought out. Dublin is so much more expensive for a night out compared to the states so the free small pint or beverages with select items was a good deal. read more

Came here for a quick drink. Lots of selections on tap and the waitstaff were all so kind and hospitable.

Excellent local pub to meet the local Irish youth. Beer, mixed drinks and bands make for a good time. I don't know anything about the food, so don't ask. read more

Great bar staff (good) food always tops. Only issue , got a pint of cider served in a tumbler "can I change that into a real larger or cider" no problem ..... But I wouldn't know why I'd do that, eeeeeehhhh train your staff. So they have a better understanding of their job. read more

Fantastic staff nice food and good ale

I go there regularly with a group of mates and every time we go we have a great time. It's good that they have live music on for a while, it gets people up dancing and singing along. The food is good and it is reasonable priced. The staff in there are so nice and friendly(including the bouncers). It is a place to go to have a few quiet drinks with friends and still have a good time. read more

Definitely nothing exciting. Slowest service I've ever experienced. Saw people walk out they were waiting that long. I would recommend the warm chocolate brownie though, tasted delicious. read more

Very good food and service. Best chicken wings in Dublin. Very family-friendly. My favourite restaurant

I just moved to Drumcondra 3 months ago and fell in love with this place, all sporting games are shown here and the buzz for the matches is great, spacious heated covered beergarden to watch the game with a smoke, if you're a smoker like me. 3 pint pitchers from €10, you can't go wrong, and you can add a massive bowl of spicy chicken wings for €5 For the girls you have have great deals on the cocktails €6 each or a pitcher for €11, I was on the mojito's last time, went down like a treat, one too many... I've been to the the movie night on Tuesday's on 3 occasions now, great craic sitting down in the restaurant which is setup theatre style with wireless headphones, some great movies like The Hurt Locker, Law Abiding Citizen, 500 Days of Summer etc. Great value for money feeling here with a free drink (pint/ bottle/ wine/ mineral. coffee) with most meals Mon thru Fri. Late bars Thursday, Friday & Saturday, Live music Thursdays, Fridays & Sundays, great DJ's, good craic, you can't go wrong with this place. read more