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16/08/2025: I was surprised by the reviews, the food isn't the worst about this place, but let's not talk about Service. Staff completely overwhelmed with 5 orders. Whole Ordering System crashing down (I feel so sorry for the staff. This place isn't run professionally), orders getting lost, having to shut down the whole restaurant. And please do not expect "fast" food. A burger and fries took more than 30 minutes.

29/03/2025: People were so rude and the food was so scabby too overall bad experience and I regret spending money here

07/09/2025: You can't be there as a single person because they don't serve tables. If you get up to get your order you loose your table!!!?!

04/09/2025: Beautiful matcha, lots of choice and the sweetest servers - super friendly, patient and kind. It’s in Dunnes so it’s pretty bustling/hectic, and it’s a bit stuffy, not my kind of sit in vibe, hence 4/5. Takeout is perfect though!

10/06/2025: You pay the same no matter whether you order a combo or not. Depends on who is working that day. Sanjana's the best there!

23/05/2025: Very slow and almost a comedy show when making the sandwiches, like watching slapstick.

02/11/2025: When I asked for a fresh roll under the oven yer one behind the counter barked that the rolls are all cooked together.....I explained you dont cook a roll but bake it and if its too much trouble to do a 180 and pick up a roll literally behind her perhaps she could work somewhere else as the saying goes the customer is always right. In addition the old codger who also works behind that same deli counter has the manners of a wheelie bin again if retirement is a better option consider taking it buddy ! Boys on the till are ok 👍

18/10/2025: I was in the garage and this woman that looked like a miserable old cranky grumpy woman stared at us and gave us dirty looks and was so rude and it was a disgusting scene her name was patriaca shaughnessy

02/08/2025: misleading products/drinks names and prices

03/05/2025: Fresh Food and Friendly Faces but Let Down by the Plates I visited O’Briens Café in Jervis Shopping Centre with my son early on a Saturday morning. It was one of the very few places open and serving food at 10.30am, which was a real bonus when everything else was still closed. The convenience alone makes it worth considering if you are in the area early. The sandwiches were genuinely tasty. The bread was fresh and clearly good quality, and the ingredients felt well chosen and nicely balanced. What really stood out though was the staff. The two team members on duty were warm, welcoming, and seemed genuinely happy to serve us. That kind of positive attitude makes a big difference and gave the place a bright, upbeat feel from the moment we arrived. However, there was one detail that did take away from the overall experience. The sandwiches were served on basic plastic plates, which felt out of place given the price. It gave the meal a slightly disposable, rushed feel that didn't match the quality of the food or the care put into service. I understand it is part of a food hall setting, but a switch to proper crockery would go a long way in elevating the overall experience and better justifying the cost. In the end, O’Briens offered a quick and satisfying bite with genuinely fresh ingredients and excellent service. A small change in presentation could easily turn a good visit into a great one.

12/10/2025: I spent 40 euro on a family dinner, into the bin it went, even the dog didn't want it. Please listen to all the negative reviews. I called them and they hung up on me!

21/09/2025: Absolutely shocking-spice bag came absolutely wet with oil. DO NOT ORDER

18/10/2025: Sorry now but the food is very poor, could not eat it!!!

05/10/2025: not a good customer service and served spoiled food

10/10/2025: One of the worst experiences I’ve ever had at a Subway. The staff at this location were extremely stingy and rude. I’ve been ordering the same sandwich for years, and I always ask for loads of jalapeños. This time, the staff member only gave me two small handfuls and told me I had already ordered an “extra portion,” then refused to add more. On top of that, the fridge didn’t seem to be at the right temperature, and the area behind the counter was messy with boxes scattered everywhere. Honestly, I’ve never been so disappointed with a Subway visit that I felt the need to write a review, but this experience really stood out — for all the wrong reasons.

18/09/2025: Most ignorant person laughing at me cause his machine was down and couldn’t scan the subway app very rude

22/10/2025: The male barista’s attitude was just terrible. I ordered a wrap and asked him to heat it up because it had cheese inside, but he said “It’s not possible.” I mean, if a customer asks to have it heated, they should be able to do it, right? Also, I ordered a flat white with oat milk, but he gave me one with regular milk instead. That flatwhite was just like small cappuccino. Please be careful when you hire someone!!!!

31/08/2025: No gluten free sandwiches. Really pleased to tell me so also. Rubbish

23/09/2025: Pastry is dense and not fresh, beverage is cold. Everything is obviously defrosted and old. Don’t waste your time coming here!

07/09/2025: Keep the oven open please. The pastries are tasty but coooooold :(

26/10/2025: I ordered pancakes and the women taking my order just walked off without specifying what ones and just gave me kids Nutella ones definitely won’t be coming back

25/09/2025: Coffee Machine always dirty, portafilters and baskets with old coffee are not cleaned before the next order, no recipe used, barista was not able to explain their coffee or recipe when asked about taste of the coffee, which was weird. I am a Gym member and like the vibe, but food safety there is not great.

17/08/2025: Would like to update my previous review since I was here again recently. I always think you cant judge on first impressions, but NO still avoid at all costs, no matter how drunk you are, you just do not want to eat here, I would almost recommend people to come here so they know never to go again. Just go home and slap some freezer food in the microwave, its the same thing. There is fast food then there is 30 seconds after you order fast food. Not sure what cheap meat they use but everything just tastes like eating water. I guess their peak times are early in the morning when young drunk people want food, but it's gonna make your hangover much worse 🚽

15/08/2025: Don’t mind the 1 star reviews, the food is great and guys are really friendly and do as much as they can while dealing with people after night out, place is in one of the busiest area in Dublin, several pubs and massive night club few meters away. Been going there for years, food is solid, portions are good size, best taco fries in Dublin!

17/07/2025: Absolutely disgraceful customer service from the foreign woman behind the counter this evening. I arrived at 19:15, well before their advertised closing time of 20:00, only to be met with a shockingly rude attitude. When I asked if there was a menu, she didn’t even bother to speak and simply pointed behind her. Completely dismissive and unprofessional behaviour toward a customer. I went over to the kiosk just to read the menu more clearly, and staff started shouting at me that the machine could not be used. I explained that I was only reading the menu from the screen and not trying to order from it, but they showed no courtesy or patience whatsoever. A few minutes later, when we went to place our order, we were told the ovens had been turned off and they wouldn’t be taking any more orders. This was 45 minutes before closing time. Why wasn’t this mentioned the moment I walked in? Either the staff deliberately didn’t want to serve us, or they simply couldn’t be bothered to do their jobs. I asked another man working in the Spar section of the shop why orders weren’t being taken. He said I couldn’t order from the machine. I explained again that I wasn’t trying to order from the machine but from the counter, as instructed, yet they were still refusing to take orders. He then said that the woman was “probably tired.” What kind of response is that? I’m confused… are you closing early or simply too tired to serve customers? English isn’t his first language, so I understand there may have been some confusion, as he kept insisting I could still order at the counter. I tried explaining that this wasn’t possible because the staff had already refused to serve us. The two women behind the counter were clearly more interested in chatting about us than helping us. Their overall attitude was rude, unprofessional, and completely lacking in basic customer service skills. Judging by other reviews, this isn’t an isolated incident but a recurring problem. Management seriously needs to address this staff behaviour if they care at all about their reputation. Avoid this place unless you enjoy being treated like an inconvenience.

15/06/2025: A very rude blonde foreign lady, they had placed food ready on the counter and by mistake I took the wrong order even though i was the only one in the shop.. then she was giving out to me... not acceptable , I've spent 47euros on my order giving them business and the service i got was not acceptable ..

19/06/2025: I had a deeply disappointing experience at this Subway location. Staff were treated unfairly and spoken to in a disrespectful manner. In particular, I witnessed employees being verbally mistreated and racially stereotyped, including offensive comments towards Indian staff. Additionally, I observed unsanitary food handling, including reusing bread that had already been served to other customers. These practices raise serious concerns about both workplace ethics and food safety standards. I hope Subway headquarters seriously reviews the conduct of this franchise and protects both customers and employees.

09/06/2025: Closed early. Sign on door says 9 arrived at 8:15 and turned away.

19/09/2025: Absolute joke of a franchise. Went in for lunch today and was charged extra for everything. I was asked if i wanted any cheese on my meatball sub, said yes to the mozzarella and got “that will cost extra”, I asked since when did it cost extra to which i just got a blank smile back. Then after toasting was asked what of the veg/salad i wanted, i had asked for crispy onion to which i was told “that will cost extra” again asked since when as ive never been charged extra anywhere before for the topping, to which i got the blank smile followed by a vague pointing to the menu (which says nothing about extra charge for it). If its a recent change with subway or something always meant to have been done thats fine but i 100% dont think so. Rediculous service as i also never got a word from them except for the “cost extra” thing as they just pointed to the toppings instead of saying anything

11/09/2025: I guess subway staff don't like to work. They are 24/7 on break . Hard to believe that they are on break all day. Lucky staff. Company should take it note that why they tell their customers that they are on break or it's closed . Very bad for business to have staff like them