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20/05/2026: Amazon place. Amazon food, Amazon atmosphere. 10/10

20/05/2026: Excellent night out, and being able to park campervan in overflow car park a bonus.

06/05/2026: Nice pub. Food a tad bit expensive for a platter....but they all are! Great pint of Guinness and lovely buzzing atmosphere on a Friday after work

05/05/2026: Food was great! Beer was great! What else to say

05/05/2026: Amazing atmosphere and amazing staff. Pub was full and they still made an effort to ensure we got a seat. Friendly team who even played happy birthday for my friends dog. One of the few last proper Irish pubs in the heart of the city

02/04/2026: Staff was lovely. A cosy atmosphere when it's not too busy. Honestly a great bar!

08/06/2026: My partner and I just visited this restaurant, where we discovered the flavors of home. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and welcoming, especially the waiter Diego...it was like visiting an old friend... Highly recommended.

31/05/2026: The single star in this review is awarded solely for the service, which was friendly, attentive, and professional throughout the meal. Unfortunately, the food itself fell well below expectations.. An osteria is historically a simple, welcoming establishment focused on honest, regional cooking, quality ingredients, and traditional preparations served in an unpretentious atmosphere. It is not intended to be fine dining, but it should deliver authentic flavors, fresh ingredients, and well-executed dishes. Sadly, that was not my experience here. I began with the calamari. It was largely tasteless and noticeably rubbery. The toughness of the calamari suggested that it was either made from previously frozen product or had been significantly overcooked. The breading itself appeared uniform and processed in a way that suggested a pre-coated commercial product rather than calamari prepared and breaded in-house. Either way, the result was a disappointing appetizer that lacked both flavor and proper texture. What was particularly surprising was its accompaniment. The calamari appeared to be served with plain mayonnaise. In Italy, fried calamari is traditionally served with little more than a wedge of lemon, allowing the flavor of the seafood itself to take center stage. When prepared properly, fresh calamari should have a delicate yet vibrant flavor that stands on its own and requires very little embellishment. The purpose of the lemon is to enhance that flavor, not conceal it. The mayonnaise felt more reminiscent of a generic pub appetizer than a dish one would expect to find in a traditional Italian osteria. Next was the bruschetta. Traditional Italian bruschetta is served on sliced, toasted bread rubbed with garlic and topped with fresh ingredients. Historically, bruschetta originated as a practical way for Italian families to make use of day-old or stale bread, reflecting a culinary culture that prized resourcefulness and sought to use every ingredient to its fullest rather than waste food. The beauty of the dish lies in its simplicity: quality bread, quality olive oil, and fresh toppings. Just as importantly, bruschetta should provide a satisfying crunch when bitten into. The toasted bread is a defining characteristic of the dish, creating a contrast between the crisp base and the fresh toppings. Here, however, the bruschetta was served on pizza dough instead of toasted bread. Rather than offering the expected crunch, it flopped over like a slice of pizza when picked up. In doing so, the dish lost not only its traditional texture but also much of the character and history that make bruschetta such a classic part of Italian cuisine. To be fair, the topping itself was reasonably flavorful. The tomatoes, however, lacked the sweetness and depth of flavor one would hope for in a dish where they are a central ingredient. I do not place the full blame for this on the restaurant, as sourcing truly vine-ripened tomatoes in western Ireland can be challenging. For the main course, I ordered the Chicken Puttanesca. Puttanesca should be a bold, vibrant dish characterized by robust flavors from tomatoes, olives, capers, garlic, and herbs. Instead, the dish was surprisingly bland. The chicken itself was unremarkable in taste and, unfortunately, somewhat chewy and tough. More disappointing was the sauce, which lacked the bold, savory character that defines a proper puttanesca and came across as flat and largely flavorless. For anyone familiar with traditional Italian cooking, this would be difficult to accept, as the hallmark of Italian cuisine is not complexity, but the ability to create rich flavor from simple, quality ingredients. Overall, this was an extremely disappointing dining experience and, in my view, a poor representation of what an osteria should be. While the staff deserve credit for their excellent service, the kitchen failed to deliver the quality, flavor, and authenticity one would reasonably expect from an establishment calling itself an osteria.

23/05/2026: The food here is truly exceptional, especially given that the price was not exorbitant. The wait staff is very friendly and accommodating!

23/05/2026: Heidi deserves a raise! Keep them langoustines rolling.

07/06/2026: Pleasant atmosphere, excellent service.

07/06/2026: I didn't expect it to be so big, but it had a great atmosphere. I liked it quite a lot. We were a large group and they didn't treat everyone very well.

19/12/2025: Excellent cinema. Nice venue, staff, good and theatres. They have some cool screenings and love theatre broadcasts also. Can't miss.

16/12/2025: Fabulous cinema. Very comfortable. Always interesting content. Nice bar and food area. Definitely worth a visit.

19/05/2026: The chicken Massaman curry so was delicious. The delivery was reliable and quick, and the food arrived hot and fresh. Always the best.

12/05/2026: Excellent food and the service was good. Everything 💯💯

17/05/2026: Very good food. Excellent value for money.

11/05/2026: Absolutely adored this little restaurant, the food was lovely but the atmosphere was the best. The decor is just so quaint and "charming". We are definitely coming back next time we are in Dublin, I want to try other dishes from their extensive menu.

29/10/2025: I felt right at home. Service was a 10/10. Food was a 10/10. Just go, you won't regret it!

29/10/2025: Our server gui was excellent!!!

19/05/2026: Try the mi daza if you love stout. It's creamy goodness and the handsome IPA is so good too

17/05/2026: Great atmosphere and great staff. Selection of drinks and food 5 star's Nothing more to say.

10/06/2026: I was delighted to be part of a group from Dundalk Food & Drink that visited The Windsor at the end of May, when we were treated to a showcase of the best food that the restaurant has to offer. I enjoyed my choice of a starter of chicken & mushroom risotto, followed by a tasty (and generous) hake tempura with saffron sauce. Marieta Rías Baixas Albariño 2024 and Segredos de São Miguel Alentejano 2023 were the wines on offer. A warm welcome and excellent service added greatly to our visit. 👏👏👏 to all the staff!

31/05/2026: Food and service never disappoints!

05/05/2026: Great location and service. Very accommodating to a toddler and her parents. The bread pudding is out of this world. The owner was on site and saw to it that everything was running smoothly.

01/05/2026: Well, guys been going into this restaurant since 1976.So what does that tell you,awesome.So a shout out to all the staff past and present. Hey guys, if you're having a 50th anniversary, don't forget to let us know.Because i've been going in there since nineteen seventy six that means going there fifty years. So,since I was thirteen oh my god , I m getting old,lol.

17/01/2026: Fantastic as always tonight. Great food, great staff & a great atmosphere. Our go to place for a steak in Kildare. We only hope it reopens very soon!

13/01/2026: Brill. Always loved it. U fortunately food side is closing. Newbridge worse for it....

22/05/2026: We had our Day Two in the The Blackbird in April, and from day one Mossie couldn’t have been more helpful. He assisted us in finding a musician and even provided a contact number for transport from the hotel for our guests. The setup was excellent, with plenty of space for everyone. Claire, who was performing, was fantastic, and the food from Trawler Boyz was amazing, everyone loved it. The staff on the night were also so helpful and friendly, which made the whole experience even better. I would highly recommend the pub to anyone planning a celebration. Thanks again!

19/05/2026: Great place for a pint and food