Stopped in for a snack and a couple beers. Got the brunch cococrunch French toast which was…read moreamazing! Had caramelized bananas, cream and coated with coco crunches! Prices are predictably expensive. The inside was a charming wooden Irish pub complete with old ads and pictures. The service is the only thing that held this review back from a 5. Asked for some ice for my daughter after she hurt her nose and never brought it. Was also one of the first seated but last served. Great overall experience though.

This was our first dinner during our trip to Ireland, which we just popped in and found seating…read morefor. It's got multiple floors, live music, and was pretty busy on a Sunday night. Their specials were written on a chalkboard near the stairs. It was incredibly lively and our server moved quick. I ordered the beef & porterhouse plain porter stew, which was pretty good! It was hot, flavorful, and the portion was generous. Some pieces of the beef were tough, but not so much that it's worth a complaint. My friends enjoyed their fish & chips, as well as the cottage pie (special), which I think was the winner between all our meals.

Finally checked this place out while spending the Christmas season in Dublin. This place was…read morerecommended by several travel vlogs and it did not disappoint! The full traditional Irish breakfast hits the spot (especially after a night at the pubs). The Irish stew was absolutely lovely on a cold day. And the ambiance was so warm and inviting.

We went here pretty early, so it felt a little slow. I ordered a beakfast sandwich and was…read moreunderwelmed. My partner ordered a full Irish breakfast & loved it. If I come back to town, I may try it again, making better menu choices and not rushing.

First, great music. Second, great beer…read more Third, great food. We stopped in on a dreary late afternoon after visiting the Tenement Museum at Henrietta street. The Beef Stew and Mac & Cheese was just what we needed! The Beef Stew was super flavorful, dark in color, nice bite sized chunks of beef (and plenty of them), and then a mound (!) of mashed potatoes on top. It was divine! The Mac & Cheese with pulled pork had a sweet-ish profile. Homemade Mac & Cheese is the base, and then pulled pork (in a BBQ sauce) is layered on top. THEN they sprinkle cheese over the whole thing to give it a nice crunchy top. They have beer flights ("taster trays") of the draft beer, plus cans available and even "casks" (which isn't on tap, and once opened needs to be drunk!) Last, the folks who work here are really nice and they seem to attract a very nice clientele. Plus there are games. This seems like a pretty special place all around.

Conveniently located across from Outhouse. Cozy vibe with board games, if you wish. Nice reliable…read morepub fare menu. Halloumi Fries: Loving the squeaky cheese center and crispy exterior. Perfect if you want a firmer snacking appetizer experience than mozzarella sticks. Very rich though, so come hungry if you're gonna get this in addition to a meal. Beef and Stout Stew: Lots of nice stewy liquid to go with the mashed potatoes. The beef itself was moderately tender. Not tough, though not fall apart. Some great flavors. Fish and Chips: Pretty standard. Crispy fish batter, flaky interior. Crispy chips and fluffy potato inside. The mushy peas where a bit too grainy and not that mushy actually.

Staff was great. Got there at 5 pm when it opened for dinner. Food was fresh and very good. I had a…read morechicken sandwich my daughter had chicken wings. Both really hit the spot. Presentation was nice food was super good. A definite step above regular pub food. Nice atmosphere too.

Delish. Had such a great time on vacation. Would definitely go back. Staff super friendly. Must see.read more

This pub was great. My Airbnb hostess invited me here on St. Paddy's Day to watch the 2018 Six…read moreNations Championship, and I happily joined. In addition to get a lesson in rugby (which I quite like, BTW), I was greeted with friendly service and a fun atmosphere. The pub was packed for the game. They have a great local beer selection and a great gin selection. I stuck with a local craft brew. Though I forget which one, it was great. I never got to try the gin but I was impressed. I also ordered a burger with fries and it was fantastic. The burger was huge and delicious, and the fries were perfectly cooked. I had a fantastic time here, and if in Dublin again, would definitely try to visit and check out their gin offerings. Oh, and in case you missed it, Ireland won. On Paddy's Day. In England.

Five stars because they were super kind in giving us a table while raining and having walked to get…read morethere. They accommodated two separate tables and were super nice throughout the dinner. Beer options are fantastic in a lively atmosphere that is family friendly. I got the Ambish beer which was ranked #1 in their suggestions. Loved it. For food we got a hamburgués and fish and chips, both super tasty. Thanks for a great experience.

I was staying at the Conrad and had a very late lunch here on a day that was raining on and off…read morewith periods of bright sun and I didn't feel like walking out. Initially, I sat outside but most of the tables had not been cleared and after about 5 minutes and no server appeared, I found a table indoors that was near a window. It's essentially a pub and the interior is quite dark and uninspiring actually. Still, it took a few more minutes before a server asked for my order. I decided on fish and chips (it's safe and predictable) and a raspberry beer. I actually didn't realize the beer would come in a can and I really wanted something on tap but it was good anyway. The fish and chips arrived a few minutes later and it was predictably delicious. I thought the portion was quite large. Fries (or chips) were especially tasty and crispy the way I like it. The place never got really busy, the tables outside didn't get cleared until I was about to leave and I watched a couple of people sit nearby and then get up to fetch a server when they realized no one was coming. So yes, service here can be really slow. Overall, tho, my meal was great and because it was mid-afternoon, ambiance was relaxed and relatively quiet.

I'm really a fan despite being biased to not like it before I ever entered the place. It is on the…read more"-1Floor" of the Conrad Hotel and seems to be closely associated with the Conrad brand (the credit card slip I signed showed "Conrad" across the top). However, you would never know it. I associate Conrad with high-brow luxury and this place is everything that the Conrad is not in a very good way. Whenever I am in a Conrad, I feel like if I am in anything less than a sport coat in a public area I am under dressed and being watched by their security personnel who are trying to determine if I am a homeless guy that managed to breach their flank and wander in. Walking into Alfie's, I think if I had been in a sport coat they would have thrown me out which makes this place great! After about 5pm, the first thing you really notice upon walking in is the noise coming from within. It is on the same level as the hotel gym so if you take the elevator down, you walk off and hear a lot of vocal noise coming from the back door leading into Alfie's. It is loud but in a friendly, social way and it really draws you in because it is clearly the sound of a lot of people having a really good time. I had the opportunity to be here on a few different weeknights and they are all the same and it struck me that most of the people in the place were not from the hotel. They seemed to be from the area businesses enjoying themselves after a long day. The other thing you notice upon entering is the incredible 2-sided bar that lies in the center. Side 1 has a long row of beer taps and they have a lot of serious, specialty beers. I'm not a huge beer guy so I have no idea what 3/4 of them were but the bar staff took great pride in directing me towards their recommendations. They also always have a "hand-pulled cask" beer that changes all the time. Really interesting because it is non-carbonated, lower alcohol and room temperature the way that old style beer used to be served in the Kingdom. Gave me a real appreciation for what people in 1600 had to drink. The bar staff are also very happy to allow you some samples if you have a hard time making a decision. Side 2 features whiskies. Many whiskies. Enough said. There is decent background music, lots of group conversation, and I'm told sometimes live music but I did not get to witness that during my visits. The food is mostly pub stuff with a couple of steaks and salads as well. All of it is comforting and tasty but the liquid menu here is really the thing. There is a "Beer Can Chicken" on the menu that requires you to call ahead a couple of hours to have them start it for you which I found a little odd since this does not seem like a place that you think about calling ahead to come to. I did not see anyone having it so I'm guessing I am right and no one "plans ahead" to come here as a destination. They do seem to show up here though and stay until the wee hours. Because of my jet lag, I go to work out around midnight and have to walk by it to the gym. In doing so, it is still pumping out the social noise as if no one plans on ever going home. The thing I really like about this place is that it allows me to stay in a stuffy, luxury hotel but take an elevator down to decompress and act like a normal person where I can dress down, eat with my hands, and slouch in my chair if I feel like it all in the setting of a fun, social, and drink-driven atmosphere. An unexpected concept from The Conrad that seems to really work well!

It was the best food I ate in Ireland. Absolutely delicious. I had the Guinness beef pie. (or…read morewhatever they called it) it was so good!!!

Great meal at Duffy's on our last night in Ireland! The service was outstanding--the team went out…read moreof their way to find us a table that worked. They even brought my husband a sample of the local IPA. Modern feel but so comfortable and welcoming just like the rest of Ireland!

This was a quaint little Pub in the town of Killnney. It was close to the hotel we were staying at,…read morethe Fitzpatrick Castle. The teeny tiny town was about a mile away and had a couple pubs which was surprising considering most towns in Ireland have the streets dotted with pubs. The hotel and locals said go to The Magpie and we did and had a great meal. The portions were humongous and we ordered way too much food. Of course we had to try the local version of the seafood chowder which did not disappoint as it was loaded with tons of seafood. We also got a seafood linguine. When you're surrounded by the ocean you always go for seafood! At least we do.

Excited to try the Parmesan and truffle oil chips but the chips arrived hot but soggy/soft. Oh…read morewell. Likely it was since the kitchen just opened that the oil wasn't hot enough or the chips were put into the oil still frozen/cool. So while the chips flavor was spot on this is more of a glitch than consistent problem. The the crab and crawfish cakes came out and they were cooked perfectly and very tasty. It was a light lunch as my friend and I shared the chips as a starter and then ordered starters for our meals. It was more than enough . The restaurant has a great view of the intersection and the shops looking towards Dalkey Castle. Inside it was clean and spacious as the tables were spaced apart to feel not close.