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Like many have mentioned, the restaurant targeting towards tourists. I had the seafood chowder. The good: tons of seafood; the meh: salty and not very creamy, also not the freshest seafood chowder I've had. The fish and chips are far, I mean far below average. The fish isn't fresh and the peas are brown instead of green, eww. Service is average. Tips are anticipated unlike other local restaurants. There are way better restaurants in walking distance.
Tiny, old, full of character restaurant on the second floor of a building in Temple Bar. They turn and burn here so don't be dissuaded by a line up the stairs. They told us a 10-minute wait and it was just that. Service is quick and there are waiters buzzing around tending to your needs. A pint of the mother's milk (Guinness) was calling our names. And for my son's first pint in Ireland, he split the G on his first try. IYKYK Meat pie was piping hot! Good sized portion and the veggies were cooked perfectly, a gravy that was delicious, and a topping of mashed potatoes which were perfect. Well done. Son had fish and chips. It was one half of the long cut of a fish. Fried perfectly with decent chips, not too fat. May come back if looking for traditional Irish fare but lots of other places to try here.
We were here 8 years ago...accidentally found it then and the same now as we couldn't remember the name...but we have told everyone we know about our experience in 2017, it was so good! We fell in love with the ambiance and the staff! Last time we all had the fish and chips, vegetable soup, shepherds pie, beef and Guinness stew, drinks (yes...guinness) and desserts. All were so amazing we came here three times! Oh! They had a delish potato stew last time....all over Ireland the potatoe stew seems to have been replaced with potato and leek puree since COVID 19. We are trying different things this time, pasta, salads, cheesy bread, bread pudding, hamburger....and still no potato stew. Wish it would come back to Ireland. We miss it.
Our first dinner in Dublin, the reviews and photos looked amazing was the reason of choosing this place. There was queue when arriving however it was worth the wait as it was small space upstairs. They had all the traditional Irish cuisine including a FULL Flour Free Menu! We had the Famous Irish Lamb Shank and Traditional Irish Stew. They are absolutely delicious and taste buds was more than happy. It felt like pure enjoy eating them. The lamb shank was melting like butter and mind you Irish butter is freaking amazing. The flavor was outstanding. The traditional Irish stew was our favorite dish of all time. We would totally come to this spot. We for sure came back again one last time the night before we had to fly back home. As we didn't know when we will be back. I tried the cottage pie and let me tell you... exquisite and my partner had to get the Irish stew again. Overall, you have to go here :)
My first meal in Dublin. I made a reservation for 5 pm but it wasn't necessary. The restaurant was completely full though at 6 pm when I left. I ordered the Guiness beef stew, which was very tasty. The beef had flavor and the vegetables weren't overcooked. It came with mashed potatoes (or fries) and brown bread and butter. I also got apple crumble which was more like an apple pie and it came with lovely cream and a yellow custard sauce. It was delicious, not as sweet as the ones at home. The staff were all very nice. I thought the prices were reasonable, especially compared to the US. The stew came with a lot of beef.
Located in the temple area, the Old Mill restaurant has some authentic Irish meals in this traditional pub. We ordered the chicken and chips which came with ranch and ketchup on the table 5/5. The Old Mill trio came with garlic cheese bread, chips and a delicious creamy vegetable soup 4/5. Great service from Vanessa and pleasant staff overall. Nice historic decor in the bustling traditional Irish pub.
The Old Mill restaurant is in the crowded and touristy Temple Bar section of Dublin. Typically I try to avoid areas like this for meals and general shopping, since you always get the feeling you're being gouged or not getting the experience you otherwise think you could elsewhere. The Old Mill restaurant is definitely the exception in this case. We waited on a line going down a staircase for around 40 minutes to get in, but the staff were nice enough to give us menus and serve us drinks while we waited. Once we were seated, we got the coddle and lamb shank for our meal. Coddle is definitely a more unique Irish flavor you wouldn't see elsewhere and had some good meaty flavor to it. The lamb shank was an absolute star to me. Served on the bone and so tender that it falls off the bone a fork, served with a side of mashed potatoes and veggies. We also had the death by chocolate cake for dessert which was very rich and heavy on chocolate, so the scoop of vanilla ice cream definitely helps break it up. The only slightly irritation is them pointing out and asking for a tip afterwards. So far, the other restaurants I've gone to on this trip haven't asked, tapped my card, and off we went. So, you have to wonder if that was primarily due to the restaurant's location in the touristy district. Despite this, I would certainly recommend the the Old Mill and will certainly be making a return should I ever return to Dublin.
An incredible vibrant, typical Dublin pub restaurant it's a must go. You're immediately greeted by a lovely server who just wants to help and serve so we started with glass of wine for Deb and a big old Guinness for Peter loved it. Deb had mussels that were fantastic And I had the Guinness beef stew like 4 pounds of it so good and we got our bill gave a nice tip and said goodbye and see you soon. Great night.
This place is located upstairs in the Temple Bar area. The food here is divine. The restaurant is not so big and it gets packed. Prepare for a bit of a wait but it's worth it. The staff here is lovely. When it's busy, you may feel a little rushed to order because they trying to reduce wait time for other guests. I didn't mind and liked how polite everyone was. I definitely recommend this restaurant in Dublin. I plan on returning when I visit Dublin again.
I attempted to go for dinner at the Old Mill on my first night in Dublin but the wait was over an hour when I arrived. I have to say, the service while waiting in line was pretty impressive. There was a guy asking people if they wanted drinks while waiting and made sure to update us on table availability while we waited. I was too hungry to wait too long so I left after about 20 minutes, but I made sure to make a reservation for the following day. When I went back the next night it was even busier than the previous evening due to a couple of very large groups. Again, service was amazing despite the crazy amount of people. I had to wait a few minutes after my reservation time but it was completely fine as I had already looked at a menu in line so I ordered as soon as I sat down. I opted for the seafood chowder and mussels combo - exactly what I was craving! I also started with a pint of Guinness. My food arrived after a very reasonable wait and let me tell you.... it was so good! The chowder was packed with all types of seafood and perfectly seasoned. The mussels were not the best in terms of size, as they were kind of small but cooked well. The broth was exceptional and had some beautiful brown bread on the side to dip in and soak up all that deliciousness. As mentioned, the restaurant was packed so it was pretty noisy but not overwhelming. The staff did an amazing job of manœuvering tables and people to accommodate different size groups and were incredibly efficient at clearing and cleaning tables as people left. It's no wonder this place is so popular; it's not just the location, it's the food and service that make this place worth the visit. Highly recommended!
It's a tourist trap. Just know that going in. Pretty steep steps to go up but staff is efficient in getting you seated in a very cozy dining area. I loved the vibes. The staff was swift and friendly. The sides are extra so don't expect to get mash with your stew unless you order it. However, the brown bread was *chefs kiss*. Best I had during my trip. They do ask you to tip fyi. So know that while other local pubs do not. It does get busy but don't give up on it if you want to enjoy the space.
2 years ago
had an amazing experience here! came on a friday night with no reservation and they made room for us. doorman was so kind and friendly. we sat down and I got a gf cider and my husband got a beer. we ordered and within 5 minutes our food came out perfect and piping hot. i got the irish lamb stew with gluten free bread (they have a gluten free menu here!!). my husband got the fish and chips and in his words "the fish were fishing and the chips were chip in". Excellent meal if you're looking for traditional irish food. read more
What an awesome place to eat in the Temple Bar District! We had set out to eat at and visit THE Temple Bar, but of course, there was no seating available. I began my Yelp search, and stumbled upon the Old Mill. We set course, and we arrived to a short stairwell labeled with popular Dublin dishes directing our path. The staff greeted us with a smile, and eagerly sat us down. Their menu is filled with traditional Irish flair as well as beer and cocktails. I had the Coconut Peach Belini, and highly recommend it! Little kick of rum was not expected! Their food is incredible! We had the Cottage pie, fish and chips, and bread pudding. Being from east Texas, they educated me on the importance of "mushy peas" and I gave it a go! I just cannot say enough about this place. We absolutely loved our evening stay in Dublin even more after finding this gem of a place to eat. read more
Highly reviewed and centrally located near temple bar area, so checked this place out. We came early before lines started to form so we were seated right away. I had the Shepards pie( what Ireland is known for) and it was delish. Everything we got was flavorful sand delish. If you're looking for an authentic Irish pub mens while in Dublin, this is your place ! read more
Stopped in here recently for a couple drinks on a Friday evening. We sat outside under the tents as to watch the people walk by on the cobblestone road. Although it took a while for us to be served, the waitress turned out to be pleasant and the restaurant inside upstairs seemed to be very very busy. As I write this review I noticed that the restaurant has a very decent star rating so maybe next time when I'm in town I'll give it a try. As far as our drinks and this review always good. read more
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Outstanding traditional experience. Perfect ambiance and excellent food. Right in the heart of Temple Bar area read more
2 years ago
Wonderful food! Servers were busy but they did a good job of getting you served quickly. They take reservations via email which I would highly recommend. Great traditional Irish pub ambiance. We had the Guinness pie and fish and chips. Would highly recommend! read more
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Great spot in the middle of Temple Bar for fish & chips. Was greeted with a warm welcome and equally pleased with the huge portions of food. The ambiance is very cozy with Irish music playing. I recommend it if you're hungry and/or thirsty for a pint of Guinness. read more
2 years ago
First meal we had in Dublin and it was great. There were people outside trying to persuade you to come in, but I took a glance at menu and decided we should try it. Love the steps going up and the decor of the pub. Service was great. Seemed like they all just work together because we had several people come to our table. This may not work in all places but they seem to know how to do it, fine. We didnt have much, but what we had was delicious. Shared a cottage pie and some chip (fries) with garlic butter. Of course washed it down with some delicious pints. read more
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Overall Rating: 3.7 Definitely caters to tourists. Decent prices for Temple Bar area, but still a pretty penny spent. They have a 2 course meal special all day Sunday-Thursday and until 6pm Fridays and Saturdays, which makes the meal more affordable. The Good: * great service & friendly staff * large portions * the seafood chowder was the highlight & cottage pie was good * the 2 course meal deal The Not-So-Good: * bangers & mash was ok * small dining space upstairs gets crowded fast All-in-all, I'd go back if I couldn't find a better dinner spot for the night. read more
3 years ago
If you are cold this is the place to go. Not only for warm savory comfort food but for the humidity that hits you in the face on the way in. I'm not sure how they pack so many people into such a small room but everyone is lively and laughing as they bump elbows with their neighbors. The muscle appetizer was gone too quickly to get a before photo and the cottage pie required a take away box it was so much food. The lamb shank was good but did not live up to the hype. As for service everyone takes care of everyone so it can be confusing. One person took our order, one brought the food, one brought the take away container, and another the check. This did make it difficult to get in and out of there but all in all we had a good experience. read more
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3 years ago
Absolutely amazing place to get traditional Irish stew. It's a restaurant located on the 2nd floor. Great atmosphere and it made me feel like I wasn't a tourist. The seafood chowder to start with was freckin awesome. The main dish fantastic. I wish I was coming back to Dublin to eat here more. You cannot go wrong here-staff are fantastic and made sure after our starter that we were ready for our main course. read more
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2 years ago
Last meal on our 10 day trip to Ireland and we were down in the Temple district to see the old bars and other touristy stuff. Was getting ready for dinner and didn't think much since this place is in the heart of the tourist area but boy were we surprised! We had great service from our main waiter and learned all of the servers work together which was very helpful! The food was beyond great...my husband had been craving lamb and I googled lamb restaurants and this was close to where we were and they were known for their lamb shank. I think he wanted to lick the plate if we were not in public. I had the chicken and prawn pasta and it was very good but so much food I couldn't finish it. My friend had the fish and chips and the fish was so crispy and light I was a bit jealous. Probably the best batter of any fish and chips of our trip! I wish this place wasn't so far across the world, I would go back anytime!! Please don't judge it just because of the location. Make the trip upstairs and enjoy great food, service and buy a t-shirt like the servers wear. read more
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This is a restaurant (not a pub), so there was not any live music, but that meant the foods were much more delicious. Plus, it was less noisy compared to a pub. The restaurant was up on the 2nd floor, and was very crowded when I walked in, mostly with tourists. I ordered an Irish specialty - the Guiness beef stew, and it was delicious! There were vegetables in the stew, and the meat chunks were generous too! The stew broth was thick and a bit sweet. The meat was tender. The mash potato was ok. I ended up making friends with a middle-aged Vietnamese couple living in Frankfurt, who was on a weekend vacation to Ireland. We had a really good conversation which lasted from 7PM until closing time. I had a couple drinks including the harp beer (which was super light), the Bailey cream whiskey (which was very creamy), and a basic Jameson Whiskey shot. All was great! My server, who was Chinese and spoke Mandarin (I just loved the diversity in Dublin), was very welcoming, so my new friends and I left some tips. read more
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3 years ago
Stumbled into this little upstairs restaurant and it did not disappoint. Traditional Irish food so yummy!!! read more
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It was a little hard to spot but look up for the neon red sign. Everything was fantastic from the food to the service. The atmosphere was so lovely. 10/10 would recommend and we would go back again. read more
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Felt authentic and had a wide selection of Irish food. Service was a bit slow however garlic bread appetizer and stew were delicious. read more
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