The best restaurants in Dublin

07/09/2025: Beanhive? More like Queuehive. This place should hand out sleeping bags with every order, because you’ll be here long enough to consider filing for squatter’s rights. I waited so long for a sandwich I started a new life, paid taxes, and raised a family in the queue. And yet… when it finally landed in front of me, it was incredible. Annoyingly good. The kind of sandwich that makes you angry because you can’t even stay mad at it. So yeah, Beanhive on Dawson Street: where time stands still, staff move at the speed of interpretive dance, and the food is frustratingly delicious.

06/09/2025: The business is very good during breakfast time and the food tastes very good👌

22/05/2026: I couldn't believe I'd never been in here before. A lovely pub.

17/05/2026: Pleasant place and warm welcome

30/05/2026: Extremely good food and great spot to sit outside in the sun. Top class

08/05/2026: Lovely place. Food was delicious!

05/05/2026: Really affordable takeaways ordering online and yummiiioo, staff were super nice and threw in a drink for us too <3

03/05/2026: Just had a delicious meal from the Weekend Menu. Tasty, yummy and great service. Butterfly prawn...lamb kebab, lamb jogan rosh, prawn curry...peshwari naan...delish. House cocktail martini expresso🍸 complimentary baileys shot. 🙂😋

11/05/2026: We went here for lunch with a group of friends and I had the chance to try the "Chicken Pie" for the first time 🥧🍗 I have no other comparison but I have to say that the flavor was excellent and the dish was well presented. Affordable prices and a wide selection of beers as always in Ireland 🇮🇪☘️🍺 The guy who served us was kind, answered all our questions and made us feel at ease. The place and the neighborhood are very nice and clean, if you are staying in the Sandymount area and surrounding areas I recommend it, it's right next to the beautiful St. Matthews Church ⛪

10/05/2026: Had such a lovely experience at The Merry Cobbler! After a beautiful walk with our dog, we were so happy to find somewhere genuinely dog friendly and welcoming. The staff couldn’t have been more accommodating, making sure both we and our pup felt comfortable from the moment we arrived. The food was fantastic, the atmosphere was warm and relaxed, and it made the whole outing even more special. It’s rare to find a place that combines great food with such thoughtful hospitality. We’ll definitely be back!

29/12/2025: Worst experience I have ever had in Dublin.

22/12/2025: Most greasy pizza I’ve ever had. I will not be returning

07/06/2026: Lovely park lovely well kept the house and surrounding. Free car car park. Lovely ☕. Nature shop to look around.

10/05/2026: Excelente museum. Nice and quiet place. Very well organised.

14/06/2026: We stopped in for a couple drinks and found this pub to have a great vibe and atmosphere. We found the people arriving constantly and it was not overcrowded. The staff were friendly and attentive. You can sit in various locations throughout the building with different decor. There's also an outdoor area and a food truck that will not disappoint on site in the parking lot. We enjoyed ourselves so much as tourists we retuend a second night. This is a mature crowd pub from what we saw. I highly recommend stopping in.

13/06/2026: Great place with a friendly atmosphere. Plenty of different areas I hang out in

02/05/2026: Fantastic food, service, atmosphere, and price. I can’t fault it.

25/04/2026: Great hospitality and wonderful food, special mention to Jenifer who facilitated us very well!

09/06/2026: Love the menu, food and service in Pog Howth. Great spot.

09/06/2026: i got the chicken chorizo melt… so yummy

06/05/2026: Bizarre meal, service was professional but overbearing and favored posh customers to the point they forgot about us towards the end, not a-lot of room to enjoy the food between being asked if we enjoyed it. Food was aggressively salted with inconsistent seasoning outside of the salt. Flavor pairings were brave but misplaced, the fish was not remotely fresh and a touch overcooked. Venison salted like they wanted to keep the devil out. Had a side that tasted like bacon coleslaw from an American sports bar. Wine list was huge and had some good choices. Seating was jambed into a place that needed more thought on the layout and design. More akin to a place you pop in for an upscale meal than one you place a special occasional reservation at. All together a disappointing show from a highly regarded establishment.

26/04/2026: We had lunch at Dax and truly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the moment we arrived, everything felt thoughtful, polished, and genuinely welcoming. The wine was a standout—an exquisite Riesling from Alsace that completely won me over. It was beautifully balanced, not overly acidic, and incredibly smooth. It’s safe to say I’m now a convert. What impressed us most, though, was how attentive and accommodating the team was with our dietary needs. My husband avoids flour and sugar, and I’m lactose intolerant, gluten- and wheat-free, and don’t eat meat. The staff handled this with such care and professionalism, always making sure I knew exactly what I could eat and how each dish would be adapted. It never felt like an inconvenience to them—quite the opposite. The food itself was exceptional. The roasted potatoes were absolutely unforgettable, and the halibut was so light and fluffy we initially thought it had been steamed—it was that delicate and perfectly prepared. Service was impeccable throughout. The chef even came out to greet guests, which added a personal touch that made the experience feel even more special. We noticed every table receiving the same level of attention, with guests being warmly guided out and engaged in friendly conversation as they left. Dax delivers not just excellent food and wine, but a truly memorable dining experience. We’ll definitely be back.

25/10/2025: Really nice pub, worth a visit. Away from the chaos of Temple Bar. Much more reasonable prices. Toast and Guinness €10.

22/10/2025: Lorna and Ger are some of the most amazing staff I've ever had the pleasure of experiencing. Bibi made me the best toastie I've ever had in Dublin. We won't mention Steve but all in all great establishment! highly recommend and I'll certainly be back!

19/01/2026: Ordered a dirty chaí latte. The server was friendly.

19/01/2026: You shouldn’t go before 9.30 am, because they don’t allow you to go toilet. If you want to have breakfast there, maybe is better other place.

19/05/2026: We visited the restaurant last week and couldn’t be more exited! We celebrated our birthday and besides the fact that the food was delicious the stuff was really welcoming and friendly took. We took two menus and especially the mac and cheese was 👌🏼 the best we have tried. I totally recommend it!

19/05/2026: Excellent food & service. 1st time there & already looking forward to the next visit.

13/06/2026: The staff recommended the Good Good Tofu Burger which was absolutely out of this world! The tofu was incredibly soft, fresh, and flavorful- easily some of the best we’ve had in a long time. The service was amazing.

06/06/2026: The server was chill, the music was good,and the food was perfect, If ur ever getting anything in chimac get the fried chicken nugs with Korean hot sauce.🤩