Dublin has lots of places to eat or simply to have a chat and a drink. Prices may vary from one place to another depending on the area too. Here is a selection of places we recommend for your trip to Dublin. 

Bewley's Café 

For nearly 100 years, Bewley’s Café on Grafton Street has been Dublin’s favourite place for coffee, delicious food and timeless charm. This place has deeply intertwined with Ireland’s literary and artistic heritage. Follow in the footsteps of James Joyce, W.B. Yeats and Samuel Beckett. Admire stunning stained glass artworks by Harry Clarke, Pauline Bewick and Jim Fitzpatrick. Immerse yourself in the “legendary, clattery café’ for one of Dublin’s most iconic hospitality experiences. My personal recommendation is afternoon tea with a scone.

Bewley’s Oriental Café is located on Grafton street which is a pedestrian street. This street has a lot of famous and luxury shops. If you walk down this street, you can enjoy live music at different points in the day or at night during the whole week. It is worth visiting Bewley’s café situated next to “Brown Thomas”, just in case you are exhausted after a long day of shopping. As soon as you enter the café, you will see some beautiful decoration from the victorian period. One curiosity is its windows, which are stained glass windows that are really pretty and old.

Definitely Bewley’s Café is a place that you ought to visit when you stay in Dublin because it has a relaxing atmosphere and very good coffee and food. I hope you like it, it surprised me!!

Boxty House

One of the best places to try boxty in Dublin is Gallagher’s Boxty House, located in the lively Temple Bar area. This restaurant is famous for its traditional Irish food and warm atmosphere. Many tourists and locals visit this place to experience authentic Irish flavours. The restaurant serves different types of boxty, along with other classic Irish dishes.

If you visit Dublin, trying boxty is a must! It is a unique part of Irish cuisine that shows the importance of potatoes in Irish history. Gallagher’s Boxty House is the perfect place to enjoy this traditional dish in a cozy and welcoming environment. Whether you are a fan of Irish food or just curious to try something new, boxty is a delicious choice!

Boxty can be made in different ways, such as boxty pancakes, boxty dumplings, and boxty fries. The most common way to serve boxty is as a pancake, filled with delicious ingredients like beef, chicken, or vegetables. The dish is often served with a rich, creamy sauce that enhances the flavour. Some people describe boxty as a mix between a pancake and hash browns.

Brazen Head

The Brazen Head is the oldest pub in Dublin and it first opened its doors in the 12th century. Located in Dublin 8 it is near Christchurch and the River Liffey and it was a meeting place for many famous Irish people including Robert Emmet, Jonathan Swift, Daniel O'Connell or James Joyce, who included a reference to this pub in his masterpiece Ulysses.

The Brazen Head is a place to have a drink or enjoy the typical pub food. The atmosphere was very nice and the food is very tasty. A main dish costs about 20€ while a pint of beer is about 8€. We ate: Banger and mash, Spicy chicken wings and beef and Guinness Stew. 

The decoration os this old pub includes banknotes and police patches from all over the world. There is live music every night. 

The Temple Bar

The Temple Bar is probably the most famous of all the pubs in Dublin and it appears in many postcards as the image of the typical pub in the city. Named after the neighbourhood where it is located, it is also known as the red pub because of the colour of its walls. 

In the Temple Bar you can enjoy a drink in the bar or in the beer garden it has. It is usually crowded with lots of tourists every day so if you want to get a place to listen to live music every day we recommend arriving early. Prices here for a beer are more expensive around 9€ for a pint.

The Oliver St. John's Gogarty

The Oliver St. John Gogarty is one of the best-known pubs in Dublin. Located in Temple Bar it has a central location and it is rather popular with tourists. It occupies a three-storey building where you can find different areas and different atmosphere. One of the things that strikes the most is that there are up to three bands playing live simultaneously, each one in a different area. 

As for prices this pub is similar to other pubs in the area. Being in such a central location a pint costs about 9.5€ and a main dish is about 18€. Apart from the pub food served on the ground and first floor there is a more formal restaurant on the top floor with a variety of dishes to choose from a varied menu. Its is definitely worth a visit. 

Chequer Lane by Jamie Oliver

     It  is a cozy restaurant in the heart of Dublin, that focuses on showcasing the best Irish ingredients. Opened in 2022 it offers seasonal dishes like fresh oysters, aged beef or mushrooms. The vibe is warm and inviting, with stylish interiors and space for private dining. It’s a place for every occasion, offering tasty and affordable foodPerfect for enjoying Irish flavors. Reservation is essential.

O'Reilley's Bar Tara Street

      Located next to Tara station, you will find the perfect place to enjoy the cheapest pint in town. You also can order some fast food such as pizza or a burger.        NOTE: DO NOT ASK for a baby guinness. In this case, you might be tricked 

Aqua

Aqua restaurant is located in one of the piers in Howth, a beautiful coastal town near Dublin. They mainly serve seafood and the best is the views yoou can get over Dublin's bay while you enjoy your lunch or dinner. When you first came into the restaurant, you see it is quite chic and and trendy. You can choose your food from 'la carte' or they also offer lunch and early bird menu which includes two courses and tea/coffee for 33€. 

The atmosphere is quite relaxing with low music which makes the experience of having lunch even more enjoyable. 

Brannigan's Bar 

Brannigan's Bar is quite good pub in central location. It is located just off O'Connell Street and it is a family-run pub. They serve drinks and food the atmosphere is warm and friendly. If you choose Brannigan's to eat the food is good value. The service is also great. We definitely recommend it. 

Crabby Joe

A very good option to eat is Crabby Joe,. This restaurant is located in Howth, one of the best places to eat fresh fish near Dublin. it’s a beautiful place located in the  marine port and the place has some marine decorations. As you can see below the price of a main dish go from about 20€ to 65€, so whatever you want they have something delicious for you.

Beanhive Coffee

Beanhive Coffee is a delightful café with a cozy atmosphere and friendly staff. Their delicious scones are the must-try, perfectly complementing their High-quality coffee. Plus, they offer student discounts, making it an ideal spot for studying or catching up with friends. Highly recommended!

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