The best spots for pub grub in Dublin

Searsons of Baggot Street is one of Dublin’s best loved historic pubs, a meeting spot for business networking and the place to be on match day. Searsons has it all – the traditional Irish pub experience, friendly service, a large beer garden, an extensive whiskey bar, and some of the best food the city has to offer. On the A La Carte menu you’ll find classics like steaks and burgers, wings and tenders, fish and chips. The Searsons Homemade Shepherds Pie is pub grub at its finest, cooked to perfection with Prime Wicklow Lamb Mince and topped with a bed of creamy mash. Be sure to check out the Cocktail menu too, where you’ll find taste sensations like the Key Lime Pie cocktail with Citrus Vodka and topped with a Vanilla Meringue and Biscuit Rim.

Man O’War Gastropub in Balbriggan offers a unique pub grub experience that you won’t find in the busy city centre. The pub is steeped in history dating back to the 1500s, traces of which are evident in the thatched roof under which the food and drink is served. For starters we recommend the Roaring Water Bay Organic Mussels, followed by the Honey Glazed Bacon Cutlet with Port & Orange Jelly. If it’s a Sunday, you’re spoiled for choice with the Sunday Lunch Menu, and if it’s your sweet tooth that’s calling, you can’t go wrong with the Bailey’s Cream Profiteroles. The website offers a quote that perfectly captures the essence of this quirky pub – “Here’s to your roof, may it be well thatched. And here’s to all under it – May they be well matched.” For Dublin’s finest pub grub and an unforgettable experience, book your seat under the thatched roof now.

For top-class traditional food served in a cosy pub setting, Spitalfields in Dublin’s Liberties is where it’s at. The Michelin Guide menu offers pub grub of a fancier kind, including starters like Beef Cheek & Ox Tail Roll with Bone Marrow Gravy, and mains like Potato Gnocchi with Minced Venison. The Spitalfields Orange & Vanilla “Super Split”, which is a sophisticated take on the much loved Irish ice pop, is a must try for dessert. Spitalfields aims to be an “old friend” to the community it serves, which perfectly captures the ethos of the Irish Pub. This neighbourhood gem is in high demand following high praise from food critics as well as being added to the Michelin Guide, so booking is strongly recommended.

The Landmark is a recently renovated 19th century building on Wexford Street that has, as its name suggests, left its mark on the community. For the ultimate pub grub experience we recommend the Beef & Guinness Irish Stew served in a sourdough bread bowl, or the 6oz Sirloin Steak Ciabatta. Whatever you choose, don’t forget to add a portion of twice-cooked fries for the table, and one (or five!) of the Landmark’s homemade sauces for dipping. The top-quality food and drink can be enjoyed on any one of the pubs three storeys, each of which is as comforting and inviting as the next. That’s what the Landmark is all about – creating a comforting environment for guests old and new.

The Bridge 1859 has been awarded for its food, service and atmosphere, and it takes just one visit to understand why. Located in Ballsbridge which is home to the Aviva Stadium and the RDS, The Bridge 1859 is often buzzing with sports fans and music lovers, soaking up that pre-event atmosphere and fuelling up on great food. The menu is everything you look for in pub grub, offering chicken wings, BBQ ribs, chicken parmigiana, and of course their signature smash burgers. Vegans are well accommodated, as are those with dietary requirements, and there’s large sharing plates available if you’re bringing the whole gang. And we recommend that you do, because all that the Bridge 1859 has to offer is a recipe for an unforgettable day or night out with friends.