We are staying in a charming cottage (AirBnB - Wooly Sheep Cottage - Crehelp) a few kilometers from…read moretiny Hollywood and stopped at the Hollywood Inn Gastropub for dinner on a Friday night. Cars were parked all around the attractive, well furnished pub so we feared we wouldn't get a table, but the pub is quite spacious and we were seated immediately. Susan had the fish and chips (of which she is a real fan) and I had the chicken curry. Susan was astounded by the best fish and chips she has ever dined upon and I was pleased/impressed by the quality of the curry. Service was prompt - beer and wine were delivered immediately, our orders came quickly, and we were revisited several times to ensure all of our needs were met. We've been "on the road" in the USA, France, and Italy for the past month and this was the best and most welcoming service we've experienced. The pub was packed by locals of all ages having a wonderful, lively night out. We were both absolutely delighted by the experience and highly recommend a visit when in the area!

We stopped for lunch at the Hollywood Inn while on a tour of Ireland. Service was fast and the…read morewaitress was friendly. The food was delicious. I had the salad with beets and the greens were fresh, the goat cheese was warm and perfectly cooked. The smooth carrot-coriander soup was a perfect companion to the salad. A soup lover, I had carrot soup three times in one week, and the soup at Hollywood Inn takes top honors.

Well worth the trip from Brittas Bay. Need to book a table…read moreas several people were turned away while we were there.

Delicios food. Lovely staff and very good service…read more We highly recommend it Definitely back again

The traditional white-washed irish cottage exterior and river-side setting alone is reason enough…read moreto make this off-the-beaten-path journey. But take the time to go inside this wonderful cozy pub that is clearly loved by its locals. One visit and you'll understand why. Lucky for me, I get to visit Ireland every year and with each new adventure I seek country pubs steeped with history and charm. Serving the prerequisite perfect pint of Guinness, Fishermans was this years winner! Extensive selection of drinks, enough snacks/light food options to keep you nourished, and a friendly atmosphere that will make you want to linger.

Perhaps my most memorable stop in a wonderful trip to Ireland. I don't think that I'll ever forget…read morethe night my buddy and I went behind the bar and served locals pints of Guinness.

An excellent (large!) lunch after a visit & hike at Glendalough. Great for families, with…read morehighchairs available for children. Ample outdoor seating and indoor as well, with quick service and delicious food.

Traveling abroad in Ireland has been swell on my first morning. There aren't many spots to eat at…read more12pm around Glendalough. I'm so glad I found this cozy, warm, earth-toned restaurant. The dark wood table tops and cast iron bases just make me feel grounded. One of the hosts asked if I had a reservation, and I was almost sad because I didn't expect it. She was kind enough to seat me anyway. I don't know her name, but she was lovely, golden hair, and bright green glasses! I was served by Avinash, who had a warm demeanor. My phone was about 20% and he kindly let me charge it; hence why I do not have any photos of the meal :) at the end of the meal, when I asked for an espresso, Avi came back with my phone as well-- a nice touch of remembrance. I had the slow cooked lamb leg, with potatoes, carrots, and rosemary stuffing with a balsamic mint sauce. It was divine. It was my first meal of the day, and I savored every last bite. The atmosphere was just what I needed. 5/5 would return. And did yall know they got first editions of Bam Stoker, Oscar Wilde, and James Joyce??? Sheeesh.

HANDS DOWN THE VERY BEST STEAK SANDWICH I HAVE EVER HAD! Come here now, don't walk, don't pass go,…read morejust run as fast as you can! Mark my words, you will not be disappointed. The steak was perfectly cooked and was lying on a bed of the most succulent sautéed onions I have ever tasted in my life! I cannot describe how delicious this meal was... you must take a trip and experience this marvelous sandwich! There is a fire going, putting out some much needed heat, since it was freezing outside. The waitress was so friendly and was really accommodating!

This is the local pub that serves food in Kilcock. They use a menu mon-sat and carvery on Sunday…read more The food i have found it to be of a good quality but possibly the a la carte could do with changing a bit more often. I go here regularly enough for food.

The best Pub in Ireland !! I will die on this hill!! Peter Eustace is great proprietor!read more

Lovely staff, and great pub grub…read more Good quality food, have new specials quite often, and even though their main menu is quite simple, everything is done well. Location is town central. Lots of parking Indoor and outdoor seating. Have live music and other events. Great Guinness. Go their often and would recommend. Good for families and there are some vegetarian options. Portion sizes are quite "healthy" so make sure you are hungry.

The best way to really get to know a town is to be taken out by a local. As we nipped through an…read morealleyway to the back street, he informed me that on this stretch lies a casino, a drug shop and a BROTHEL. I didn't even realise there was a pub back here! I think I showed a little too much interest but hey, all in the name of research... Suddenly, he told me to swing right. I pushed open the door of a place I hadn't even known existed to enter a busy pub with the ubiquitous "Rubber & Friends" belting out the tunes. People chatted animatedly, sang along and danced. Extremely lively for a Sunday night! I felt like I'd been given the password to a secret underworld. A guy who'd been strutting around like a peacock in a Man United jersey "entertained" the crowd from the table-tops. Just as the band were reaching the crescendo of their set, someone knocked over an entire table of drinks and nearly flooded the place. The barmaid muttered, "I'll kill them" before whipping out the mop, then pouring them another... Sunday is definitely the new Saturday!

Flanagan's is a fantastic pub found on the back street of Newbridge. Very friendly bar staff and a…read morereally good atmosphere especially on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday night. great live music from the likes of Rubber Keogh and Lenny Cahill. The bar is divided into two parts with a good 20 somethings crowd most weekends in the lounge. Nice selection of beers also going beyond your usual Guinness, Heiniken and Corona.

I cannot believe how large this pub is inside! We stopped by after seeing it on a "Traditional Pubs…read moreof Ireland" poster, and because my grandfather's name was James Griffin. The atmosphere was perfect! It was early Sunday morning, and there were already a few locals inside having their morning beer and reading the newspaper. I did some exploring because it looks so small on the outside, but you get in, and it just keeps going and going. Looks like they get large crowds during the evenings, and even offer lots of live music and DJs. The bartender was friendly.

What can I say besides fabulous! Trim is off the beaten path from Dublin, but definitely on the map…read morewhen it comes to historical must-sees while you're in Ireland! So when you pass thru Trim to see the Castle, call in to this gorgeous pub. When you walk in, it is old school classic pub with beautiful woodwork and bar. From there, you can go in the cozy fireplace room that feels and looks great and leads to another cozy area to meet and be with friends. If you like patios, you're at the right place! Step out back and find a covered & climate controlled patio that is huge! They have a large smoking patio area (you can't smoke inside in Ireland either). Thru the patio, you can see a big events room that you can host a reception, party, meeting, whatever. It's been a few months since my last visit, but I've heard they have a new beer garden too! Oh yes, the drinks...the Guinness is perfect. You can get almost any tasty beverage here from a nice bartender. The owner is hands-on and always working to keep this place top notch.

Popped here for a bit of lunch one afternoon. I've heard about how good the pub grub in Fureys for…read moreyears and was delighted to get to try it. I went for a cup of seafood chowder to start, followed by the steak sandwich. The chowder was just okay in my opinion. A bit too salty and not as thick as I like it. However, I may be a chowder snob. The steak sandwich in the other hand was unreal! Chunky chips, thick sliced bread and the most tender cut of steak. Perfect for a sandwich. I engulfed all the food. The chips were a winner. Fureys tends to be a busy spot, so you may have to wait to be seated. The staff are amazing and handle your wait really well. We were seated and taken care of really quickly. Definitely worth a visit if you are passing by.

What a lovely place to stop off in to have a drink and eat. A great menu of food for a old pub…read more Great atmosphere and great people.

The Scarlet Vetter says....stopped into the quaint cobblestone village of Roundwood in County…read moreWicklow outside of Dublin, and was surprised to find this beautiful gem of an establishment. It boasts being recognized in the top 100 restaurants by the New York Sunday Times and is in the Michelin guide. Quite possibly one of the most cozy, welcoming places one could find off the beaten path in Ireland. Gorgeous, old-world interior with wood stoves and fireplaces in every room, deep padded armchairs you can lose yourself in. Sink into one of these, accompanied by an excellent cup of tea, crusty buttery croissant with fresh made grass-fed cow cream and admire tons of fun little Tchotchkes and handmade crafts, many of which are for sale. Attentive and smiley staff to boot. A pleasant repaste for a lazy weekend morning!

We stopped in here by chance while passing through Roundwood yesterday. What a fantastic place!!…read more Roan, the chief bartender, brings passion and creativity to his cocktails. I came in thirsting wildly for a Guinness, but when I saw him meticulously preparing a Whiskey Sour with his own special touches, I pivoted to that. Just like my wife's "White Linen", we could not have been happier with our cocktails! Also, it just so happened that Wednesdays are "Pizza Night" so we went to the pizzeria/mini grocer connected to The Coach House and ordered our fresh, delicious, pizzas that were delivered to us back at the bar. The Coach House has several different eating rooms, each with its own look and feel. We were very comfortable just eating at the bar and picking Roan's brain for his secret cocktail recipes!!