We always visit Searsons on trips to Dublin. Located in the nearby area of Ballsbridge, I'd best…read moredescribe this place as an upscale Irish pub/sportsbar. However, Searsons goes way beyond traditional pub grub. I had a gnocchi dish, with roasted tomatoes, and a little melted cheese, that was delicious. My wife had a roast beef dinner, that was massive. My son had traditional fish 'n chips, so you can go the expected route as well. The pub has their own brews on tap, as well as well known beer and cider brands. I should not forget to mention that the Irish coffee here is perfect. Finally, the service was attentive and very friendly. On a Saturday night, the pub was full and hopping with Men's and Women's Rugby, plus a Premier League game, on the telly. Very fun environment!

This restaurant came recommended to me. I came in over lunch with no reservation, but didn't have…read morean issue being seated. They didn't immediately offer the patio, but did seat me out there after I asked. It's such a cute patio in back and I would definitely recommend it. The service was good and I got my food really fast. I just ordered the seafood chowder, so I can't speak to too much of the menu, but I enjoyed it.

The Old Storehouse is a Dublin pub with casual seating, live music, Guinness on tap (of course),…read moreand delicious eats. My husband and I stopped by for dinner and I ordered a caesar salad and their fish chowder. The caesar was great but my gosh the fish chowder and accompanying brown bread rocked my socks. So, much so, that I did what I never do--I revisited this spot more than once on the same trip (so many places to explore I almost never do this!). That fish chowder is craveable. They do live music on occasion as well and so we were able to enjoy that while sipping our Guinness. The prices are reasonable and the service is friendly. They aren't as small as they look at first glance, on one of our visits, we sat upstairs which has a second dining area. Amazing! Get to it!

Loud music, cheap drinks and good food…read more Place was absolutely packed with people in town for the American Football game so service was dreadfully slow. Had to excuse ourselves from the table multiple times to freshen drinks. The food was good. Once again, absolute star was the Buffalo Wings! Ireland? I mean what??? Perfectly cooked, sauced nicely, just spectacular! The band was playing a mix and of Irish Music and American Rock songs played to Irish tunes. Very fun and well engaged with the crowd. The restaurant itself is cozy and very warm. A great night was had by all!

I would definitely recommend coming here over the Temple Bar as a tourist. It feels more cozy and…read morethere are more locals. Good drinks at reasonable prices and great live music! A very lively location for sure.

Went for lunch in the afternoon. Place was relatively empty. Few folks chatting at the bar. Service…read morewas nice. Wanted to finally try the iconic Guinness stew. It was a decent portion. The stew was warming. It came with soda bread and a pad of butter.

Fabulous pint of Guinness and very good Cabernet. Very highly recommended as the best pint of…read moreGuinness in Dublin and I was very happy to enjoy. Very nice and historic pub. JFK has his first pint of G here! This a pub that you should definitely visit!

My friend described this as an old man drinking Guinness pub! I don't know if that's an accurate…read moredescription or not, but it does seem like a good place to get a Guinness. It also seemed pretty authentic and not super crowded when we were there.

We added this to our trip last minute and we had a great time. Depending on where you're staying,…read moreit can be a little out there for visitors (we used our LEAP card to get nearby and walked the rest of the way). You'll check in for your meal first. There's a bar, so you can grab a pint or cocktail while you wait for them to seat you (if they're allowing guests inside already) - drinks are not included in your ticket price. Your menu is pretty limited (I'm guessing actual restaurant patrons might have a larger menu to order from), but our food was exactly what we were looking for on our first night in Ireland. There is a bar in the room where the musicians are, but it wasn't serving. So, if you want a pint in hand while you listen to music, I definitely recommend you have one with you before you head downstairs to be sure. Seating downstairs is first come, so don't linger too long if you're hoping to get up front near the band. They play an hour and a half or so of Irish pub familiar songs and the Irish dancer does about 3-4 dances while they play some specific songs. The band was interactive and lively. Once the show is over, the band goes to the back and has some of their merch for sale - shirts, CDs, etc. Good to have some Euros in hand for tipping them too, if you want. Honestly, we truly enjoyed this and had a great time. We did this on the same night we flew in and it set a nice vibe for our visit.

Entertainment was great - we saw incredibly talented musicians, one of which was an Irish dancer,…read morewho seemed equally talented in that pursuit. The dinner before was pretty good, but nothing special. Hghlights were the chocolate cake/sorbet, Irish stew, and vegetable soup; the main, not so much. But the entertainment was great and was a highlight of our entire trip! If I were to do it again, I'd get dinner somewhere else along the way and then come for the show.

The Waterloo Bar fuses old-school pub vibes with a well-curated, welcoming interior. From the…read moreoutside, it plants itself confidently among Dublin's historic streets with a façade that promises hearty fare and good pints; inside, the space is warm and inviting with dark wood, exposed brick, beautiful murals, and comfortable seating that encourages lingering. My party of six walked in on a Wednesday night at around 7:30pm; at that time, the restaurant was about half-full, but filled up over the course of our meal. The menu has plenty of options ranging from healthy salads to traditional Irish dishes to your standard hearty pub fare. Drinks are also fairly priced here, and they have a good range of ales and lagers on tap (and of course, the classic Guinness). I opted for their Rustic Dublin Coddle (€20.50), which is a sizeable bowl of warming soup with two chargrilled, tender pork sausages, smoky bacon, soft potatoes, and onion, served with toasted sourdough bread. I appreciated the clean taste of the soup (made with an herbed chicken broth), which cut the rich fattiness of the sausage and bacon. I do wish the soup had been served with a more traditional Irish brown bread, but the sourdough was tasty nonetheless. Another great dish was the Waterloo Prime Irish Beef Burger (€19), which is a large patty of juicy, prime Irish beef served atop a toasted bun, with red onions, baby gem lettuce, pickled gherkins, and a tangy smoked Dublin cheddar. Some friends ordered the Superfood Salad (€15), which has a plethora of fresh vegetables and grains, but they noted it was quite bland, even with the French dressing. Yes, it's a bit on the pricey side for a pub, but I find Waterlooo Bar unique in that the atmosphere feels classic but lively: you get that laid-back Dublin pub energy with a hint of sophistication that makes it great for both casual meals and nights out. The food is solid if not stellar, the vibe is fun, and prices are reasonable for the area; a satisfying pick for an Irish pub dinner.

This bar was around the corner from our hotel. It was our last night in Dublin, it had been super…read morewet, rainy this day and we craved good food. The Waterloo hit the spot. The service was excellent. We sat at the high top which was still very comfortable. I had the beet salad and the chowder which was what I needed on this gray day!

This was probably one of my favorite places in Ireland to get a true Irish meal. They advertise…read morethat they have traditional Irish food and trust me, they have the most authentic, scrumptious Irish food in all of Dublin. Guests seat themselves in one of the many cozy tables located in this bar. If you're stopping in for dinner, I recommend trying the bangers and mash. The gravy on this dish is simply out of this world. I never tasted something so savory! Pair it with a tall pint of Guinness and you'll be in heaven. Service was fast and friendly. Plus the prices were reasonable for a hearty dinner that will leave you eager to come back again and again.

Stopped in for a quick dinner and pint! Great atmosphere and friendly staff. I had their Fish n…read moreChips that was simple but tasted great with a pint of Bulmer's Cider! There are a lot of pub and dining options in Dublin and this is a great place to take a break.

Doheny & Nesbitt was our first pub stop in Ireland. It was the day we landed, and after taking the…read morecool Vintage Tea tour around town. After the bus dropped us off, we took the short walk over to enjoy a wee pint. Gayle, Fern, and Don chose Guinness Stout, while I went for a Murphy's version. We arrived late afternoon when the there were available seats. Service was good, people were friendly, and this place soaks of Irish history going way back. We were also excited to be in Ireland and perhaps let our conversations go on a bit long. By the time we looked up, the place was packed and it was time to move on. Maybe we should have had something to eat, but the tea bus fed us well. I would have also liked to walk around the multiple floors of this place, but maybe next time.

Our first stop while arriving in Dublin. Great service upon entering the pub and the bartender gave…read moreus some good insights on what to do while being in Dublin. Ultimately it was a lovely chat and made it a good start of our trip. I had my first pint of Guinness I absolutely loved it and became my favorite beer. To go along with the pint, we had cottage pie (gluten free) and a classic toastie. They were both quite excellent and blew our expectations out of the water. I recommended going here to hangout, eat and enjoy the vibes.

Very laid back atmosphere with a neighborly atmosphere . The service is top notch. Feels like the…read moregood old sitcom Cheers, where everybody knows your name. The Guinness here has a warm rounded ending and a nice coffee aftertaste. I dislike beer in general but here the Guinness is perfectly balanced, poured, and delivered with care. Guinness in the states is nothing like here. My husband and I ordered the Ruby Tuesday Jerk Chicken with Jollof Rice and the Oxtail Stew. Oh wow! The oxtail is so tender and juicy with a little kick of spice. You got to come check it out yourself!

Always a great stop ! We love it. Every time we stay in town we stay at the mespil and the…read moreWellington is a must see every time.

Stopped here for a light meal and drink before closing. The downstairs bar area was busy so we…read moreheaded upstairs where it was much more quiet. The staff members were wonderfully. We were waited on by servers as well as the lovely bartender, Bella. Great service all around! I ordered the seafood chowder and I will be dreaming about this meal for a long time. It was loaded with fresh fish and so perfectly seasoned. The portion size was excellent - I wish more places offered smaller portions like this. The drinks were wonderful and made with care. Bella came by to chat with us before we left and it was obvious she loves her job. This is a lovely pub to enjoy while visiting Dublin!

Pros: - Cocktails -…read moreCole slaw - Potato soup Cons: - Corned beef dry - Onion rings greasy and didn't taste like beer - Bread pudding fake chemical vanilla flavoring