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dave russell
Member since: 02 December 2007
Location: West Dublin
No. of Reviews: 98
Status: Guru
Last Visit: 12 January 2013
Member since: 02 December 2007
Location: West Dublin
No. of Reviews: 98
Status: Guru
Last Visit: 12 January 2013
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Bon Appetit BrasseriePosted on 13 January 2013
It's a real pity. I hate getting the feeling of being ripped off and thats what you get when you go to Bon Appetit. At 60 Euro per head for their dinner menu I think that it is reasonable to expect some potatoes and veg to be served with the main course. Nope, this is all charged as extra. The food is good and very well presented. The service charge of 18 Euro added to my bill is excessive. I am always a good person to tip but when the choice is taken from you it leaves you with the feeling of "We will get every last cent from you". Tea and coffee is charged at 4 euro each. I think that I have said enough, only one more thing, We won't be back. I was not surprised that there were so many empty tables. Come on Bon Appetit get your act together and stop ripping valued customers off.
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Bloom BrasseriePosted on 24 September 2011
After 102 reviews it's time to say goodbye, My final review is our meal at Bloom Brasserie.
The food was perfectly prepared with fresh ingredients. My duck starter was tasty but very small in size, and not worth 10 Euro, my girlfriends walnut salad was good and much better value. For mains the steak was decent and sea bass delicious served with a good portion of roast potato. The added cabbage and chorizo was too small a portion, the deserts were delicious particularly the home made ice cream and a very good coffee wrapped up a most enjoyable meal. Prices should be looked at. Thats it goodbye Menupages.!!!!
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Noshington CafePosted on 29 August 2011
It takes a lot for me to complain in a restaurant, however I did just that when asked how my meal was. I pointed out that I was disappointed as there was a lot of inedible twigs(more like branches) in my salad. The manager sympathised and told me to mention it the next time that we were in and she would make amends. So on our next visit we were asked again by the same lady was everything ok, we agreed that it was, the food was a bit better this time around but no offer of a coffee or discount to make up for previous bad experience, although she was well aware of it. Also I would like if they installed some type of fly zapper as there seems to be a lot of flies around, and the cakes remain uncovered at the counter. Overall having visited Noshington on three occasions I feel that their customer service is lacking to put it mildly. I wont be going back.
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The Market BarPosted on 28 June 2011
Very nice food with rather large portions. The service was very friendly, and the pint was top notch. The menu is well priced and has lots of choice. The place itself is rather big and draughty, I would think that it is far more suitable to large groups than couples. Enjoyed the visit
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Tiesan CafePosted on 09 May 2011
A Cafe for a sunny day. !! We visited Tiesan today, The space inside is very limited and only seats about nine customers. There is plenty of room outside providing it is sunny. The menu is mainly sandwiches on focaccia bread. Well presented and tasty. The food here is expensive, eg the full breakfast is 11 Euro , and they follow the trend of other local restaurants by not including tea or coffee in the price. This in my book is a black mark against them. The service was fair but the whole place lacked atmosphere. A few smiles from the staff would go a long way.
The boss had the special which was an omelette priced at 8:50. Nothing to write home about. Would we go back, em at a push.
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The Boathouse CafePosted on 03 May 2011
Beautiful location, when the sun is shining, but the service is extremely slow. They desperately need to organise themselves. The prices are high, eg all cakes around 5 euro. The kitchen staff were not wearing gloves while preparing the food and watching one of them stuffing grated cheese into his mouth while making a sandwich for a paying customer was rather off putting to say the least. The jury is out on whether I would go back.
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Caseys at the Brooklane HotelPosted on 25 April 2011
Pub grub at restaurant prices is what you get at Casey's. Portions are small and the food is considerably overpriced . A breast of chicken on mash is 18 Euro, A fillet of chicken burger at 16 euro is dearer than anything that I have paid in the centre of Dublin. I asked for the bill four times and eventually just went to the bar and paid. Overall a poor performance on Casey's behalf.
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The Studio CafePosted on 08 April 2011
Nice location for a cafe, but thats where it ends. The food is very average and lacks any sort of imagination. The bagel special of pineapple and ham was very average indeed, a slice of processed packet ham on some pineapple, need I say any more. The side salad which accompanied it lacked taste, imagination and substance. The coffee was bland. It's a pity but my visit to The studio was like a journey back in time. It could be so much better.
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Citron @ Fitzwilliam HotelPosted on 31 March 2011
The restaurant was just about empty at lunch time which was a pity. The service is professional and courteous. The food was well presented and reasonably priced. They set a good standard, pity we were the only ones there.
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The Birdcage CafePosted on 31 March 2011
Great wholesome food and very competent service. However the prices are at the limit of the upper end of the scale. It is always busy so they have no need to drop their prices, but coffee and a scone at six euro makes it a pricey place to drop into. I really enjoy going to Avoca but two lunches for thirty euro is expensive.
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Tante ZoesPosted on 13 February 2011
The service makes this place. The food is nice, different and rather spicey. Would'nt be rushing back.
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IFI Cafe BarPosted on 13 February 2011
Having waited 25 minutes for my food to arrive, I just had to give up. The waitress could'nt manage and was charging around like a headless chicken. Eventually I had to cancel.No apologies, very poor.
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Rathsallagh HousePosted on 13 February 2011
Simply the best.
I have reviewed near to 100 restaurants in the last 3 years or so, and Rathsallagh is simply the best. The food is fine dining, service excellent and everything else that goes along with it. This is how it should be done. Irish food as good as it gets
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VermilionPosted on 15 January 2011
Whilst Indian food would not usually be my preferred choice, the food service and value is very good at Vermillion. There is plenty of choice on the menu and the waiters are extremely polite and offer good service. The restaurant is decorated exceptionally well and the toilets are spotless. I would recommend a visit to Vermillion.
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HobartsPosted on 15 December 2010
Good food, friendly staff and fair prices. Hobarts was a winner for me.
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Il SegretoPosted on 05 December 2010
This really is a mixed bag. We liked the food although portions are on the small side. Starters of chowder ( too salty) and pasta were nice. Their bread was delicious but we had to ask for some. Main courses of steak and Cod were very tasty. we ordered a side portion of grilled veg which was very small.The deserts of sticky toffee pudding was the onlly dissapointment. The pudding was cold and only a small amount of toffee.... it should be smothered !!!. Service was very prompt, the background music is quite loud and really the wrong choice. Tthe staff were great. Used my hi - life diners card which saved me 30 Euro on the bill. Nice evening overall
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Wrights Anglers RestPosted on 15 October 2010
Comfort food, served by competent staff. The fish pie got the big thumbs up. The waiter who was more than friendly gave us free desserts due to an extended wait for our starters. Thinking on his feet and was well received. Don't expect Michelin stars and you wont be dissapointed . One small gripe portions are a bit on the small side.
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The Bloody StreamPosted on 30 September 2010
Be Careful when you go in here..... You might not want to leave. It is cosy, warm and welcoming.The service is particularly friendly. The food was reasonably priced and very tasty. With the fire blazing, you just might stay longer than you want.
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Tiffanys DinerPosted on 04 September 2010
Best Warm Chicken salad in Dublin. Full of Flavour and decent ingredients. Their daily specials are very good. They have recently introduced a loyalty card scheme which is proving popular. Worth a visit.
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Romany StonePosted on 04 September 2010
The signage is very deceptive on Romany Stone, when traveling along the N11 you have to look twice to see if it is a Coffee shop. We went there today and were pleasantly surprised. The menu is quite varied and offers good choice. I had the homemade soup with is served with a small pan of hot brown bread. Delicious. The customers next to me were complimenting the scones as "the best that they ever had". Staff were friendly and cleared off tables quickly, there was a nice buzz about the place.I would have no problem returning .
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The Grafton LoungePosted on 29 August 2010
Really enjoyed my visit to The Grafton Lounge. The food was well presented and fairly priced. It was early afternoon with a good few people coming and going which gave the place a cosmopolitan feel to it The staff were efficient and pleasant. Would have no problem returning.
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Boulevard CafePosted on 17 August 2010
Very quiet on the night that we visited, however the service was spot on and food well presented and tasty. It would remind you of comfort food, eg breast of chicken on mashed potato ect. I had the brushetta and duck which was accompanied by red cabbage with ham through it. very tasty all round. would go back if it was a bit more lively.
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Bibi's CafePosted on 13 August 2010
You will do well getting a seat in Bibi's, not only is it popular it is really small. It is very tastefully decorated It seats about 12 persons with extra seating outside. The service is excellent, there were six staff on the day I visited. The food is delicious, fresh, and a little bit expensive for lunch. I had a salad plate comprising of three salads, roasted aubergine with yougert, sweetpeas with hazelnut dressing and pearl barley with wild mushroom. As you see not your ordinary salad. This was priced at 12:50, a little steep. When I added my two cups of coffee the total was 17:50. Steep for lunch.The flavors were delicious . It is a pity that the place is so small but I was glad to have chosen it. I will definatly go back.
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The Step Inn Stone-Grill RestaurantPosted on 11 August 2010
Really enjoyed my visit to the stone grill. The staff were friendly and helpful. The food was delicious, and cooking your fillet steak on the hot stone adds to the atmosphere. Overall a very pleasant dining experience with great food, a winner all round.
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HugosPosted on 30 July 2010
A real warm buzzy restaurant that is worth a visit, particularly on Thursday or Sunday's as there is a very good Jazz band playing on those nights. The food and service was very good, and was overall a very pleasant dining experience
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La Dolce Vita - The ChasePosted on 04 July 2010
The food in La Dolce Vita is quite good, flavoursome and well presented. The service is fine as are the prices........ all the ingredients are there for a good restaurant, except one The Atmosphere, there is none. Maybe it was because the place was empty,or the lighting too bright but it was more geared to a Sunday afternoon lunch rather than an evening meal. Think I will stick with the city centre for now.
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IdlewildePosted on 30 June 2010
Far too expensive for what you get. When your charged Ten Euro for a panini with a bit of side salad it's no wonder that the place is empty. Everything on the menu seems overpriced. Definatly wont be returning, much better value elsewhere
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DarwinsPosted on 29 June 2010
You won't be disappointed with a visit to Darwins. The food is presented well, tasts great and plenty of it. Perhaps the veg needs some consideration, but meat wise it is second to none. the service is warm and friendly. The tables are a bit too close, but don't let that put you off what should be a very enjoyable meal
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Milano (Dundrum)Posted on 24 June 2010
Good spot for casual dining. Sitting outside beside the pond is nice on a sunny day. Food is mediocre, My chicken salad lacked both chicken and imagination, and my daughters pizza was just about ok. Overall a lukewarm dining experience. Would'nt be rushing back.
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The Halfway HousePosted on 12 April 2010
Competent service, well presented and tasty food at very reasonable prices. A bit of thought was put into their Set menu and it shows. It is excellent value for 25 Euro and there is no drop in the standard of food. Worth a visit for an informal night out.
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Lemon (South William St)Posted on 26 March 2010
Sorry to say that I was'nt impressed with Lemon. Maybe it was because it was near closing time, but I found the creps bland and tasteless, It's not cheap. The chairs are uncomfortable, and I find that there is far better value and surroundings elsewhere around town.
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Nonna ValentinaPosted on 21 March 2010
Yes there is a difference !!! Being a sister restaurant to Dunne and Crescenzi, their food is quite similar. However the service and ambiance in Nonna Valentina is far better. It is picturesque sitting by the windows watching the swans on the canal. The food is top class Italian, and there is plenty of it. The service is spot on and there is no doubt about it that we will be back in the not too distant future.
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The Pig's EarPosted on 14 March 2010
Nice spot for lunch, the food is very tasty and well presented. Service was fine if a little over attentive, my other half did'nt seem to mind the endless charm coming her way. The value is very good, if anything good has come out of the recession it is value like you get here with the quality assured.
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Bianconis RestaurantPosted on 17 February 2010
"Never Again" Thats what I thought about returning to Bianconis as I was pulling a foot long hair out of my soup. It's rare that I felt so uncomfortable in a restaurant. The service is cool and distant, the selection very limited and for the food, well the soup was nice if it had'nt got someones hair in it. The menu is overpriced, make no mistake I for one won't be back.
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Da Neros TrattoriaPosted on 24 January 2010
If you can eat the full breakfast here, you will need no other food for a week. There is enough in it for two adults. The omlette which I had for breakfast was fresh and tasty, and with coffee and fresh brown bread all for a fiver, you would go a long way to get such good value. Worth a try
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The Ormond Wine BarPosted on 17 January 2010
"Top marks for food" but it really is a puzzle as to what the Ormond Wine bar is???.It seems to be a mish-mash of a few different styles, arty cafe, restaurant, games room, We decided to give it a try last night keeping in mind that it is newly opened. The table beside us had 12 people playing board games, Screaming kids included, there was some great music downstairs which was drowned out by the piped music.... you get the picture and this was at 9pm. The french onion soup was ok, but served with only a drizzle of cheese. My steak was delicious, however surprisingly when I asked for a steak knife I was told that they don't have any. Most surprising was when we ordered tea, a mug was put on the table with tea bag in it.... no they don't have tea pots. And Finally... the toilets are unisex. So there you have it, good food at good prices, the rest including the service is all over the place. From now on it will be strictly daytime dining.
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Kilkenny Restaurant & CafePosted on 10 January 2010
While I like the food here, I still think that it is over priced for the setting that it is in. 3:25 Euro for a caramel slice is too expensive. The portions are large, but a slice of quiche with two salads at 14 Euro is expensive. I never have a problem with the food as it is very tasty and well presented, but they will take your last shilling
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Cornucopia Whole Food and Vegetarian RestaurantPosted on 10 January 2010
At last they have extended and it makes a world of a difference. The service area still gets very crowded leading to delays. The girl on the till is too busy serving coffee and this causes long queue's at busy times. The food is really nice, particularly their hot desserts. Our meals were full of flavor and nutrition. I hope to give meat a miss one day a week, and thats a good enough reason for me to return again and again.
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Howards Way (Rathgar)Posted on 10 January 2010
I have taken to dropping in for breakfast to Howards Way as of late. Their breakfast is good, with good quality ingredients. The staff are always pleasant and there is plenty of good coffee with no charge for a refill. The toilets are spotless and overall I would be happy to return
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Brambles Cafe - DundrumPosted on 28 November 2009
The best apple strudel that I have tasted outside of Austria, and with very nice coffee to go along with it, my visit to Brambles was very enjoyable. The food on display looks great, and the staff run off their feet. A popular place indeed
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Busyfeet & Coco CafePosted on 27 November 2009
Good food and really good coffee at reasonable prices. The side salad could have done with a bit more imagination, however the friendliness of the staff made up for it. Looking forward to a return visit
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The Kingfisher Restaurant, Guesthouse & ApartmentsPosted on 23 November 2009
The nearest thing that your going to get to the New York style diner, Good food at a reasonable price , no fuss with the service, and reasonably priced. Good Enough for me... Now wheres the COFFEE !!!!!
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L'GueuletonPosted on 16 November 2009
Went to L'gueleton for dinner on Saturday night. The service is very attentive, and friendly. The atmosphere was buzzy and the food was good quality, plenty of it and very tasty. I will be back.
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PichetPosted on 07 November 2009
Quite simply, Overpriced,lacking in atmosphere and staff that need training. There is no Lunch menu and prices at lunchtime are just too expensive for what you get. A mains of a breast of chicken on lentils at 20 euro without veg, fries is poor value. There is no option of soup as a starter, and all other starters are from 7 euro upwards. A set priced lunch would go a long way, but 60 Euro for two starters and two mains means that I will eat elsewhere rather than return.
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The Fern House Cafe at Avoca KilmacanoguePosted on 01 October 2009
Really nice place to have lunch. Lovely food, well presented, staff very friendly and overall a nice dining experience. Prices are at the top end of the scale, which is a bit of a pity. The lunch menu could be more reasonably priced with each main course around 15 Euro. Michelin starred restaurants are supplying three course lunches in the centre of Dublin for 20 Euro, The Fern House could do a lot worse than follow their lead.
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Quay 16 @ MV Cill AirnePosted on 29 September 2009
No complaints about the food, it was tasty, fairly priced and well presented. The boat is decorated to a very high standard and is very comfortable. it really is a pity about the atmosphere, because the night we visited there was none. what a pity because it could be a real romantic spot to go for a meal to.
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The Garden Cafe @ Avoca Mount Usher GardensPosted on 02 September 2009
Nice setting and nice food. On this occasion we only had scones and tea / coffee. I found the prices to be at the upper limit, and with 10% added onto our bill as a service charge, we certainly won't be going back. There are so many restaurants offering great value during these recessionary times, charging 10% service is off putting.
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Bates RestaurantPosted on 02 September 2009
Top marks all round for Bates and their staff on my visit. We dropped in for lunch (booking advised) and were pleasantly surprised, We had their homemade soup to start with delicious bread. For mains a delicious piece of hake perfectly cooked and presented and roasted chicken. Hot chocolate pudding and ice creams to finish off a very nice meal indeed. Usually with restaurants this good the portion size suffers and what you get is small, but thank God not here.Unfortunately it is a bit out of the way from Dublin, but the food and the service certainly brightened up another rainy Autumn's day.
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Taste Food CompanyPosted on 31 August 2009
Good food, very friendly service and not bad value either. I reckon that they serve the best chips in Dublin. Their deserts could come up a notch as they are a bit bland but overall happy enough to drop by again.
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Dunne And Crescenzi (South Frederick Street)Posted on 21 August 2009
"Maybe this place has just gone too big". The food is nice but unremarkable, service so so, and atmosphere fair to middleing, The bruchetta was quite good, but my main course of two chicken breasts on a plate unaccompanied by anything else was a poor dish. My friends wer'nt much better. They don't have to make a big effort as it seems to be always full, and it shows. No candles on tables, lighting too bright and no decent music. I've been in worse, but this place could be so much better.
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Louies BistroPosted on 21 June 2009
'As Good As It Gets" sums up our visit to Louie's bistro. The food, service, and decor is very good indeed. The menu is favorably priced and the staff are very warm and friendly. The restaurant and upstairs area is very thoughtfully decorated with no expense spared. A real treat, I hope they do well.
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WagamamaPosted on 09 June 2009
"I felt that I was on set of a Harry Potter movie," the way the tables are laid out. However having said that the service, food and atmosphere were all good. Throw in the voucher from Pigsback.com and you get good food at a reasonable price. Don't expect to discuss anything too private or those sitting beside you just might join in. Now wheres my broom gone. Must fly !
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Pinocchio RestaurantPosted on 25 May 2009
"Adequate at best" is how we found Pinocchio Cafe. I felt that I was sitting at a restaurant in Dublin Airport waiting for a Departure flight. The Lights are far too bright, no music, no candles, and flat screen TV's around the walls promoting their cookery courses. Oh sorry I forgot the tables are facing the kitchen, so you have a wonderful view. The Food is quite simply over priced for what you get. The starters go from 10 euro right up. The fillet steak which I ordered was cut to ribbons and served with a few roast potatoes. My girlfriends pasta dish was expensive and tasteless. The side salad which we ordered was an absolute disgrace, it was a small plate with lettuce , half a tomato and some onion with no dressing. They charge 4 euro for this. Desserts were about the best part of the meal, and with coffee the bill of 83 Euro was excessive. Pinnocchio is more suited to a lunch time trade. It is far from the best Italian in Dublin. I have eaten far better food for a lot less elsewhere.
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Green NineteenPosted on 05 May 2009
When you see a restaurant this busy then it's always a good sign. We had to wait about 15 minutes for our table. Green Nineteen does simple food , very well at very reasonable prices. What more do you need. Service is good and pleasant, no problem going back.
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Lennox Cafe and BistroPosted on 29 April 2009
"Great food, Great place, But...." Lennox cafe is the only restaurant where, when you order a full Irish breakfast, it does'nt include Tea or coffee. This is a pity because with the breakfast priced at 9:50, it brings it up to 11:70 when you include coffee and for breakfast in a cafe even as good as this one that is just too expensive.The food, service and decor are top notch, and I would go as far as saying that anyone thinking of opening up a cafe should visit Lennox to see the standard that should be set. It's a nice treat to go here..... but Tea and Coffee should be included.
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Kudos (Liffey Valley)Posted on 26 March 2009
Average food at a high price. Thats what I felt after having lunch at Kudos. Their stir fry's are probably better value than their sandwiches. I ordered a chicken and mayo sandwich and coffee. the half cup of coffee arrived 10 mins before the sandwich , and when it did arrive it was poor enough. Certainly at E 6:95 I would expect a bit better. Lunch for two came to 30 Euro. One thing for sure We wont be returning.
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Woodlands Restaurant @ The Glenview HotelPosted on 24 March 2009
We decided on the Glenview for Sunday lunch. Overall the experience was poor. The food was just about fair, tepid and not very much of it. At 14 Euro I would expect better. The hotel is geared for and indeed caters for a lot of older diners. There was plenty of them there and I have no problem leaving them too it. The grounds are nice and it is a good spot to bring your elderly parents too, but for me, no thanks I won't be back.
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Cape Greko (Malahide)Posted on 14 March 2009
Really good food, at very reasonable prices. Our visit to Cape Greko in Malahide was a very pleasant dining experience. The food was plentiful, fresh and extremely tasty.The service is polite,friendly and not overpowering.With two starters, mains, deserts, coffees and minerals the bill came to 77 Euro. Excellent value. It won't be my last visit.
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Beckett'sPosted on 12 March 2009
Beckett's pride themselves on good food and they are good at it, however it must be said that you can get equally as good in many other places for a lot less. They are charging Dublin City Centre prices. Example their fillet steak dinner is 28 Euro and this is without veg and potato which are priced at 3:50 each. That brings up the price of your meal to 35 Euro for a main course. In these times this is simply far too expensive. I enjoyed my meal at Beckett' s and stayed the night in the hotel. Breakfast the following morning was limited and cold, and an overnight stay may be best avoided.
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Matt The RashersPosted on 08 March 2009
Good fresh quality food and good coffee as well. If your not too worried about calories and want a decent feed then this is the place to be. The best thing about Matt the Rashers is the staff, they are sharp, not afraid to work and are really on the ball.
Matts baguette stuffed with rashers, chicken and onions is my personal favourite..... now I know why I renewed my Gym membership.
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The Porterhouse (Central)Posted on 19 December 2008
First time here and was impressed. Good quality food and at a reasonable price. The service was good with glasses being regularly cleared from the table. Party of six all satisfied. They charged for a bottle of wine which we never got, however I reckon it was a simple mistake. Overall not a bad spot.
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Chez Max (Baggot Street)Posted on 14 December 2008
"If it's not broken then dont fix it". Thats obviously the thinking of the owners of Chez Max when opening up their new sister restaurant of the popular Chez Max of Palace Street. I have always been a fan of The Palace Street restaurant and this is no different. The decor is extremely similar, tables, chairs the exact same and that goes for the food as well. It is exactly the same as Palace street. There is one difference in that there is a lot more room in Lower Baggot Street and a good deal more comfortable. I am glad to see that they have kept their prices reasonable.I would have liked some changes in the menu, eg rabbit breast instead of leg. However thats only a small quibble. I expect to come back here again and again.
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The Counter DundrumPosted on 05 December 2008
Having heard 'How Wonderful' this place was I decided to give it a try. First impressions were that the place was grey and dull with dreadful grey tables and chairs.The waitress who was friendly started to explain hoe we could 'build our own burger' by ticking off the boxes on the menu. I found this unnecessary, complicated and irritating.I ordered a chicken fillet burger off the main menu, and yes thats what I got.... a fillet of chicken in a basic bread bun, no salad or anything else with it.The bread bun was even a cheap one.My friends burger was slightly better, only slightly though. Overall I found this place to be another version of Eddie Rockets, but even they can do it better. Another one to strike off the list.
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Fallon and ByrnePosted on 30 November 2008
This restaurant could be so much better if they made a little more effort in some areas. The service is good, the food is nice but thats really about it. There is no atmosphere in the place. Food wise my girlfriend ordered The cod dinner, and thats what she got, no potatoes, or veg served with it and at 22 Euro we found it wanting,With so many restaurants closing down during this time, Fallon and Byrne will have to step it up a notch to remain in the Game. Overall a disappointment and I won't be going back.
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The Cake CafePosted on 22 October 2008
Finally tried here today after months of promises to myself, and I was'nt let down. Although I only had their scone with home made jam and a Latte it was very nice. The food looks great, the staff pleasant and it is one of those places where you could relax into very easily. I will be back.
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The Old OrchardPosted on 12 October 2008
Dropped in for lunch and was surprised to see how few were there. The decor is dated and the whole place should be revamped. The food was tasty but very over priced for what you get. A panini and chips for 12 Euro is not good value. Their coffee was nice but I certainly wont be going back in a hurry.
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One Pico RestaurantPosted on 12 October 2008
Well done to One Pico for grabbing this opportunity by the scruff of the neck. While every other business is moaning about pending recessions they introduce a set lunch menu of fine food for 20 Euro. We had delicious breads, confit of duck, hake and corn fed chicken and lots more. We have gone three times in the last two weeks and have enjoyed it every time. Lets hope that other restaurants follow their lead.
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The Step Inn Lounge RestaurantPosted on 12 October 2008
I was quite impressed with the food here. They do a soup and sambo combination at lunch time which for 7:50 is very good value. It's a pity other pubs don't follow their lead. Service was pleasant and reasonably quick. I know that I will be back.
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Il VignardoPosted on 21 September 2008
The only positive thing to come out of the evening was the food. We had intended to go elsewhere but because of the poor reviews on Menu Pages we decided on Il Vignardo. Well that was a mistake. This place is geared towards the Lunch time trade. There was no atmosphere and very few customers, and to be honest the decor with the imitation vineyard ceiling is appalling. A good plasterer is urgently required.The food was fresh, and tasty and service was good. However this was the first time when I handed back a dessert. Their 'Homemade' Tiramisu was dreadful. They serve it in a cup, enough said. Do yourself a favour and give this place a miss at evening time.
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The Twelfth LockPosted on 28 August 2008
We tried The 12th Lock for Lunch today. It really is located in a beautiful setting. The waiting staff were very on the ball, we were asked three times in the first two minutes what we were having. The Chicken Cesar Salad and the Beef Wrap were very tasty and well presented. Value wise it could be a little bit better with most items on the menu priced at 15 Euro, which makes it a pricey lunch. Overall a fine place to dine
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Brownes Deli and CafePosted on 20 July 2008
"As full as a butchers pup" is an old saying and that is exactly how I felt leaving Brownes Deli and Cafe last night. As restaurants go Brownes is very informal, but a very good Bistro all the same.If there was a little more effort put into the decor (eg Chez Max) ,then it would be a hard act to follow. The food here is top notch. We had the French onion soup and scallops to start, the Boeuf Bourguignon and Mussels for mains and sticky toffee pudding and very good Lattes to finish. All of the food we had was delicious.The Bill came to 75 Euro which I think is very good value. No doubt we will be back.
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Chez MaxPosted on 14 July 2008
Great Lunch at unbelievable value. we went to Chez Max for lunch today.I had their Tartine Provencale which is tomato, chicken and cheese on fresh French bread. At only 7:90, this has to be up there with the best value around. You certainly wont leave hungry.
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Il PrimoPosted on 22 June 2008
"Italian food as it should be" thats what you get when you eat at Il Primo. We were made very welcome right from our arrival. The service was excellent and very professional, and it was easy to see that the waiting staff were passionate about their food and had pride in their menu and restaurant.We had a quail dish and sirloin / salad for starters.For mains I tried the Risetto and my partner had lasange. The only quibble which we had was the Tirasimu, which was served as a very small portion.If it was twice the size it would just be about right. We finished off a very satisfying meal with tea and good coffee. Two glasses of wine and a bottle of water(5 Euro) brought the bill to 90 Euro.For Italian food this is a little pricey, however it won't stop me returning for another visit.
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O' Callaghan HotelPosted on 21 June 2008
Lets just say that it suited the occasion.I was invited to a 50th Wedding Anniversary in O Callaghan's Mont Clare Hotel.A set three course meal was served, with the main courses of Beef or Chicken being the only option.The food was well presented and quite tasty, and indeed plenty of it.For the occasion the food was good but I don't expect to be going back any time soon.
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The Queens BarPosted on 09 June 2008
What a fantastic sunny day it was in Dalkey. We decided to eat outside and enjoy the good weather. We found that the menu somewhat outdated, by this I mean you could have your steak, pasta, club sandwich etc all served with chips. What wasn't on offer were selections of fresh salad sandwiches, rolls, panini's or anything lighter than a full meal. We enjoyed the food and the service overall was not too bad, but a few fresh ideas would not go a miss where the menu is concerned.
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Expresso Bar Cafe & Wine Bar (Ballsbridge)Posted on 06 June 2008
We decided to have a "pit stop" at the Expresso Bar Cafe, in order to fuel up, as we were only half way through our walk of the leafy Dublin 4. Although we arrived when it was very near closing time, they accomodated us with some very nice coffee and two delicious deserts of what could only be described as Chocolate biscuit crunch. We had to "up the pace" on the second half of the walk to try and work it off, but it was well worth it.
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Frango's World CuisinePosted on 04 June 2008
What a Rip Off this place is.It is expensive for what you get, and just to prove my point, the lady beside me (with the I've just been ripped off look on her face)was charged E2:50 for two slices of plain white bread for her child.I went for the chicken wrap with coffee which came to ten euro. There is no effort put in, and the wrap is served with a couple of crisps. The staff are uninterested as there is a captive audience of patrons. This sandwich bar is a place to be avoided.
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Eddie Rockets (Dame Street)Posted on 28 May 2008
With my new year's resolution firmly in the skip, I went to Eddie Rockets on Dame St. I went for the safe option of Chicken tenders and Onion Rings.They do exactly what it says on the tin.... Tasty grub, in a buzzy atmosphere.It's gone before you know it, pity it's not the same for the calories. Ah well there's always next year.
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The Bald BaristaPosted on 20 May 2008
The Jury is still out on this one. Went here yesterday for Coffee and a bagel. The coffee was nice but you would need a decent quality "jack hammer" to break into the bagel, it was so hard. I will give it another try, thank god my teeth are my own.!!!
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Wallace's TorinoPosted on 14 May 2008
Tried here for lunch today. Nothing particularly special about the place. Nice decor, friendly staff and service was good. Food was a bit bland, a little bit of effort would have made the difference. Would'nt rush back.
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Jaipur Restaurant (Dalkey)Posted on 03 May 2008
It just might be "An Indian Summer" after all.It has probably been about two years since I have tried Indian food, so with that in mind my two friends and I decided on Jaipur in Dalkey.We all tried different dishes on the menu. I had a duck starter and a very tasty Lamb rice dish as my main course.Overall our meals were well presented,full of flavor, and had lovely texture. The service was good without being overpowering and overall it was a pleasant dining experience. I may not leave it so long before my next Indian outing.
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Gotham CafePosted on 12 April 2008
I certainly would'nt describe the pizza as 'Amazing' more like bland. I went there last night and did find the atmosphere buzzy. The photos of New York and Rolling Stone Magazine on the walls give the place a nice touch, however the food is just about all right.The service is attentive even a bit over the top. It reminded me of a Pizza style Eddie Rockets. I would'nt be rushing back.
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CumiskeysPosted on 06 April 2008
Dropped into Cumiskey's once again today for Sunday Lunch. You could not fault portion sizes thats for sure and three meals for 36 Euro is fair enough. The thing about this place is, that it is a very good carvery and thats about it. Nothing more, nothing less. Expect anything more than that and you will be disappointed.
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Reeds on the River at CourtneysPosted on 23 March 2008
With a new lunch menu on offer we decided to show up and check it out. The waiting staff was a little new at serving and he made a couple of mistakes.The service was a bit slow however it was worth waiting on. They do a special of a hot roast beef sandwich, a bowl of (very good ) soup and a coffee all for just 8 Euro.With that value I will return.
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The Goat Bar & GrillPosted on 23 March 2008
Decided to drop in for a quick bite to eat at lunch time but as we were ten minutes early for the lunch menu we were left with only a choice of sandwiches.What we got was nothing to write home about, the staff although very friendly were certainly over run serving too many tables at once.It's not a place that I would bother going back to. Bland, bland, bland.
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Acapulco RestaurantPosted on 17 February 2008
I had promised myself that I would try "The Deep Fried Ice Cream" but when push came to shove I backed down, maybe next time !! and there will be a next time. We dined in Acapulco last night and found it Cheap and Cheerful. It does exactly what it says on the tin, good food at reasonable prices.Service was excellent, and food was great, a night out for under 60 Euro in the centre of Dublin, well you can't complain about that.
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101 TalbotPosted on 25 January 2008
"College canteen it most definitely is" However saying that the service is very good, the food is not bad either and pricewise is fair enough.
We went to 101 Talbot pre theatre and thats what it is probably best for. Reliable grub at a fair price, nothing to shout, or get too excited about. May go back in a couple of years, then again...
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The Real Gourmet Burger - Dun LaoghairePosted on 19 January 2008
Possibly the easiest review so far. short and simple, These guys know their stuff when it comes to burgers, food,value, and service all spot on. No doubt that I will be back again.
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Toscana City CentrePosted on 19 January 2008
Well as the saying goes "If you buy cheap, don't be surprised if you get cheap", and thats really about the best way of describing the early bird menu at Toscana.A party of six of us went in tonight pre theatre, We decided to order from the early bird Menu. The starters were tasty but tasted like a real Microwave job. The main courses were poor overall, my meal, was Penne Pasta with what looked like stewing beef in a tomato based sauce.Those of us who had lasange seemed best pleased.The biggest disappointment however was the desserts. I am a lover of Tiramisu, and whatever was served to me looked, and tasted like it had come out of a packet. However I will say that the atmosphere upstairs seemed very lively as was the service.At 22 Euro per head it's a cheap meal, however the food tastes every bit as cheap. I won't be going back.
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Dobbins @ The ParkPosted on 16 January 2008
Went to "The Dogs" tonight and sampled the grub at Dobbins.Due to the fact that it was a midweek night and the stadium was half empty, I found the service quite good.The quality of the food was quite good as well, with plenty of fresh veg and roast potatoes.At 25 Euro per head for a four course set meal, well you can't really go too far wrong.We were a party of nine, and all seemed quite happy with the meal. The steaks were a bit on the crispy side, most of the waiting staff were foreign but had quite good English. I have had worse meals for a lot more money around Dublin. Overall Enjoyable experience.(pity about the dogs)
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Nancy HandsPosted on 07 January 2008
I probably go to Nancy Hands about once a month for lunch, so today I decided to try out their daily special. I had a toasted chicken salad wrap, and for 4 Euro 50 cent I found it good value. Their coffee is a very good quality, however my friend was a little disappointed to see that they don't serve any snacks or biscuits to accompany it. Overall I was happy with the lunch. The Ladies serving the food certainly know how to keep a very busy queue moving.
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Cafe BoulevardPosted on 04 January 2008
Great little buzzy cafe for grub on the go. Went in here today and treated myself to one of their Breakfast Bagels, which comes with rashers and two poached eggs, very tasty. The staff are on top of their game and I would have no problem going back. Cheers.
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KennysVesey ArmsPosted on 03 December 2007
Had lunch in Kenny's today, as usual food is very good, and the staff are very warm and friendly. the carvery is definatly the best in Lucan. Enjoy
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Good World Chinese RestaurantPosted on 02 December 2007
Avoid this restaurant if you are a Chinese food lover. Service was poor, lighting far too bright, food cold/ luke warm and waiters that don't know why they are there.
Go somewhere else, where they appreciate your custom. Won't be going back.
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