Hairy Lemon in Dublin

The recommendation by the backpacker guide is not usurped, great atmosphere

Insanely charming – like a pub designed by Wes Anderson The Hairy Lemon is exactly what its name suggests: a little strange, quite yellow – and absolutely adorable. As soon as you walk in, you notice: Nothing here is polished. The place is crammed with junk, old photos, Irish kitsch, and stories that no one can quite tell anymore. And that's great. The food? Classically Irish, generously portioned, damn good. The Irish stew will keep you full until the day after tomorrow, and the boxty is a revelation in potato form. The Guinness? Creamy, cold, perfectly poured. And: It somehow tastes better here – maybe because of the walls, maybe because of the music. Maybe because of the guy at the next table who calls everyone by their first name. The clientele? A colorful mix of locals, hip visitors, a few tour groups – but the pub remains completely true to itself. Not too touristy, not too cool. Simply honest. And yes: There are indeed people who come just for the name. We understand. We would, too. ⸻ Conclusion: The Hairy Lemon is like a favorite sweater from a flea market – a little wild, a little vintage, but full of soul. If you really want to experience Dublin, go here. And maybe never leave.

The food for lunch was top shelf. Tha atmosphere was just right for an old Irish Pub. It was just what it should be. Worth going there!

Very crowded, loud and festive atmosphere. It's an intense experience that is quite memorable.

A one-time pub. There's no reason to come back.👇 Food for tourists, not very good but expensive. Badly breaded fish, bad fries and we pay about €20, which is a lot. It won't satisfy our eyes or taste buds. Once you enter, don't leave, but don't come back.

The Hairy Lemon definitely stands out with its cool and quirky interior – really atmospheric and full of character. It’s a great spot to hang out and soak in the vibe. The food wasn’t amazing, but it was fine overall. Worth a visit just for the ambiance alone.

Pub for locals and visitors alike. The chowder was excellent.

This place was recommended to me by my walking tour guide. I was able to walk right in and get a table for one with no weight. This was the first pub. I went into an Ireland and had their traditional fish and chips, which was incredible. I had a couple of different beers that were recommended by the server, which were also delicious. This was very inexpensive, comparatively to dine in here.

No Irish session that evening but what an atmosphere! Nooks everywhere to enjoy a pint of beer, several levels in this exceptional setting! You really have to go there! And the welcome is top notch, whatever the service! A favorite!

Super nice Irish pub! The food was also worth it!