If you missed The Graham Norton Show last night, we pity you. If Chris O’Dowd’s brilliant Shane MacGowan story wasn’t enough to keep you entertained, this Red Chair story definitely would’ve done the trick. A lad named Sean from Donegal took to the seat last night to tell a story about an incredibly awkward wedding he attended once and, well, […]

10 years ago

The entire nation of Ireland has a soft spot for Chris O’Dowd, and his appearances on The Graham Norton Show are always worth tuning in for. Last night was no exception. On the show to talk about his role in Netflix’s Mascots, at one point The IT Crowd star told a little anecdote about Shane MacGowan […]

10 years ago

If you cast your mind back towards the end of last year, you’ll remember all those feckin’ storms that battered the country.  Every day there were more road warnings, property was getting damaged, and you had to brace yourself before opening your front door.  So when you start seeing sights like this off the coast, and we’ve […]

10 years ago

The wait is over. Dublin has finally, finally, been blessed with a venue where you can spend an entire night dishing out nautical puns. That’s not to say that you’re going to be greeted by someone in full pirate garb upon entering The Bowery, although we’d be okay with that, this new venue appears to be slightly more sophisticated than that. The tavern is going for an authentic […]

10 years ago

Yesterday we told you that Aungier Danger was opening a new place on George’s Street this morning and that there’d be free doughnuts on offer. Despite the weather being absolutely atrocious this morning, doughnut hounds turned out in force to grab themselves some freebies. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Aungier Danger (@aungierdanger) on Oct […]

10 years ago

Commuters are having major problems getting to work today as traffic on the M50 southbound is moving at a snail’s pace following two road incidents. DUBLIN Two incidents on the M50 southbound causing delays. https://t.co/qvBPcgxUj8 — AA Roadwatch (@aaroadwatch) October 14, 2016 According the AA Roadwatch, the disruptions are due to a crash and a broken down […]

10 years ago

Confused as to what you should get up to this evening? Don’t you worry, take our quiz which uses the technologically-advanced emoji system and you’ll have a Thursday evening activity in no time. Don’t say we never did anything for you… What have the gods decided? Let us know in the comments. Main pic: xamnesiacx/Shutterstock.com READ NEXT: PICS: […]

10 years ago

Aungier Danger, one of our favourite doughnut shops in Dublin, is opening a brand new store on George’s Street tomorrow and to celebrate the team will be handing out free greasy treats for all you beautiful people. The freebies will commence when the shop opens at 8.30am and finish up at 10am, so we’d advise you’d get in […]

10 years ago

It’s scenes like this that prove there’s a serious disregard for cyclists among many of the city’s motorists. Gaffer Garret Baldwin sent us this picture today of a Dublin cycle lane where as many as six cars had parked in a row. Have you come across similar scenes lately? Let us know in the comments. READ NEXT: Your Rental Crisis Problems Could […]

10 years ago

We Irish have a bit of a soft spot for Club Orange (it has bits in it so it’s practically OJ) and Cidona (aka non-alcoholic Bulmers), and now we can enjoy them in cocktail form.  Well, for the next two nights at least. The Club & Cidona Irish Cocktail Pop-Up kicked off at The Jar on Wexford Street last night, […]

10 years ago

Desperate times call for desperate measures, as Foil Arms and Hog perfectly illustrate… READ NEXT: PICS: This Cocktail Bar Is Opening In Dublin Tonight – And The Idea Behind It Is Genius

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Hermitage Green were in Dublin this week for one of their smallest gigs ever, for about 20 people at a UCD house party. The Limerick-based band decided to perform the unusual gig as one of their biggest fans, Ross Barry, got chatting to them after a Cork show and floated the idea past them. Needless to say, the lads didn’t […]

10 years ago

There was bad news for anyone travelling to Maynooth by train this morning as a vehicle damaged the Barberstown level crossing, causing 30-minute delays. The driver was caught on camera damaging the barrier with a digger, which was being hauled behind the car, and driving away from the scene.  Iarnród Éireann later released the footage. Pls contact Gardai with any info on […]

10 years ago

Cyclists of Dublin, prepare to be infuriated. This scene was spotted on Stephen’s Green South this morning by journalist Mary Caulfield, where she tweeted: Two vans and a truck directly beneath this sign on Stephen’s Green South. It would beggar belief if were not #Dublin #freethecyclelanes pic.twitter.com/q9HWvTFxGf — Mary Caulfield (@SusanTheSilent) October 12, 2016 What do you […]

10 years ago

Donald Trump is probably the most hated man in the world right now and he’s getting the ridiculed left, right and centre. While Alec Baldwin’s SNL impression of the presidential candidate is fantastic, this Dublin comedian has pulled off the best Trump impression we’ve ever seen.  Al Foran has made a name for himself doing […]

10 years ago

With the masses going crazy for Coldplay’s gig in Croke Park next summer, most of us thought an announcement for a second show was inevitable – but it doesn’t look likely right now. Commenting on the situation, MCD manager Denis Desmond said, There won’t be a second Coldplay gig in Dublin. They don’t have the time. The band is playing only […]

10 years ago

Budget 2017 is in and, as usual, people aren’t exactly over the moon about it. While it worked out fantastically for sheep (they’re getting their own animal welfare programme), smokers were left disgruntled having to pay more for cigarettes. We’ve got a quick round-up on how the Budget affects you here, but to see what the nation makes […]

10 years ago

Trinitones, Trinity’s a cappella group, has just released a music video for their cover of ‘Ignition (Remix)’ by R Kelly and it’s actually brilliant. The audio was recorded in Windmill Lane and the video was made with Christian Tierney, who has recorded the likes of Gavin James, James Bay, Macklemore, and The Staves. What do you think of their cover? Let us know in the comments. READ NEXT: This […]

10 years ago

Stranger Things was one of the biggest Netflix hits of the year, so you can expect many a costume inspired by the show this Halloween, and it seems one Bray spot is already prepared for this eventuality. The Harbour Bar, who won best pub at this year’s Lovin Dublin Restaurant Awards, has painted the alphabet on one of their walls […]

10 years ago

Getting the first date can be tough, but getting the second date is even more of a challenge – but thankfully this study has found ways to increase your chances significantly. Conducted by dating site Match.com, 5,500 daters would surveyed to determine the best ways to secure the all-important second date. The result is the ‘First Date Playbook’, which gives you […]

10 years ago

That hole Donald Trump has been digging for himself keeps getting deeper and deeper, and he isn’t winning himself any more fans. When this local lad asked his Dublin Mammy what her one message to the presidential candidate would be, she gave a response that pretty much all of us would have given. Who’s with her? READ NEXT: This Dublin Mammy […]

10 years ago

Drake has just announced that he will play in Dublin on February 19. The Canadian rapper will bring his tour Boy Meets World to the 3Arena, his first performance in Ireland since March 2014. So you’ll get to see him he perform classics like this… Tickets start from €85 and go sale at 9am this Friday, October 14. READ NEXT: The Irish […]

10 years ago

Those planning to take the Luas home after work today may have to make alternative arrangements, as the entire Green Line has been shut down for the day. This morning we informed you about technical difficulties being experienced by the tram line, resulting in operations being limited between Bride’s Glen and Beechwood. It seems the problem has now worsened, resulting in […]

10 years ago

It’s Friday afternoon and you’re already mentally checked out of work, so it’s time to enjoy so enjoy some animal videos. Here we have one of Dublin Zoo’s latest editions, an Asian Elephant calf, being born and taking its first tentative steps while surrounded by its herd. All together now: d’awwwww. READ NEXT: Dublin Zoo Has A New […]

10 years ago

Bad news for commuters, as the Luas Green Line is experiencing problems this morning. According to AA Roadwatch, the tram line is only operating between Bride’s Glen and Beechwood due to a technical fault. There are no services Beechwood and St Stephen’s Green at present. For full updates on the situation, click here. READ NEXT: WIN! A €100 Voucher For […]

10 years ago

The wait is over. Dublin has finally, finally, been blessed with a venue where you can spend an entire night dishing out nautical puns. That’s not to say that you’re going to be greeted by someone in full pirate garb upon entering The Bowery, although we’d be okay with that, this new venue appears to be slightly more sophisticated than that. Opening this Halloween Bank […]

10 years ago

We’ve all left electrical appliances in our home turned on as we went about our business for the day.  Most of us think nothing of it, but as Dublin Fire Brigade has illustrated with these photographs, serious dangers come with that kind of carelessness. Take a look for yourself… We’ve all done it Electrical appliances are 1 of […]

10 years ago

Local grinches aren’t going to be happy about this: Christmas lights are up in Dublin already. Posted by Darragh Doyle, these festive decorations was spotted on Duke Street today. Christmas lights being put up on Duke Street, Dublin this afternoon. #Dublin (pic: Karen Berry) pic.twitter.com/Of2LCq0JBO — Darragh Doyle (@darraghdoyle) October 5, 2016 We’re not sure […]

10 years ago

As Donald Trump comes worryingly close to the Oval Office, it’s now practically a civil duty to take the piss out of him as publicly as possible. Which is why we must applaud the tip jars you’ll currently find in The Bernard Shaw on Richmond Street… View this post on Instagram A post shared by Josh (@newmanium90) […]

10 years ago

We all love interior decoration of the quirky variety, and they don’t come much quirkier than this Stoneybatter bungalow. Located on Cowper Street, the terrace cottage is currently going for €350,000. While it may look unremarkable from the outside, its current owners have clearly put a lot of time and effort into transforming their space into […]

10 years ago

The wait for Dublin’s first Five Guys is finally over. The US burger chain, famed for its ridiculously decadent burgers, officially opened its doors to the public at 11am on October 3.  The early hour didn’t put off true burgers fans, however, as a crowd was impatiently waiting outside to get their hands on some greasy goodness.  […]

10 years ago

Fantastic news for Dublin foodies – a Blackrock restaurant has just received its first Michelin star. The Michelin Guide Great Britain and Ireland 2017 Live Launch took place this morning announcing this year’s winners and losers, and Blackrock spot Heron & Grey won big. The prestigious award was accepted by the owners of the restaurant, Andrew Heron and Damien Grey, this afternoon.  Take a […]

10 years ago

#MelWatch continues and, once again, he’s been spotted dining out. This time he’s giving Skerries the love. The Lethal Weapon star was snapped having a bite at Olive in Skerries yesterday, cleverly disguised in a rather large hat – but the headwear was fooling no one. The Aussie star is in town right now for an eight-week shoot for a movie called The Professor And The Madman alongside Sean […]

10 years ago

Five Guys opened at 11am this morning and the hungry hordes are already descending. We told you last week that the US fast food behemoth was opening its doors in Dundrum today and you people absolutely ate that news up (abysmal pun intended). Some folks obviously made a note in their diary to be there just as the doors opened… […]

10 years ago

Private cars might be diverted away from the quays, if a new proposal comes into effect. The proposed route, named Option 7, would see cars able to drive on the quays between the James Joyce Bridge and the Four Courts, and would see pedestrians, cyclists, and bus drivers getting priority. The controversial proposal was reached after much debate among councillors ruled out […]

10 years ago

If you’ve never logged onto Netflix and binged on It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia for an entire weekend, then we pity you.  But if you are among our fellow It’s Always Sunny fans, you’ll be positively delighted to learn that The Back Page is transforming into Paddy’s Pub for one night only this month. The Phibsborough spot, known for […]

10 years ago

Amazing news for fans Bell X1, as they’ve just announced they’ll be playing a free hour-long gig in Tower Records on Dawson Street on October 20. The Kildare pop rockers are marking the release of their seventh album entitled ‘ARMS’, which features their newest singles ‘The Upswing’ and ‘Out Of Love’. Have a listen to ‘The Upswing’ below, if you’re not up to date with the band’s new […]

10 years ago

If you weren’t excited enough for Dublin’s first Five Guys, the first look at its full menu might just send your salivary glands into overdrive.  I think we’ll be having burgers for breakfast on Monday 3rd at 11am when @FiveGuysIre open! #FiveGuysIre pic via @JOEdotie ???????? pic.twitter.com/k3WISR1qp6 — Dundrum Town Centre (@DundrumTC) September 29, 2016 Five Guys will […]

10 years ago

Ingredients 350g dried figs, rinsed and coarsely chopped ??400 g plain flour 4tbspn tablespoons light muscovado sugar ?150g butter 1/2 teaspoon salt Today we answer an age-old question (and in style): how do they get the figs in the Figroll? To illustrate this in epic fashion, we’ve whipped up an absolute beast of biscuit in the form of […]

10 years ago

We’ve started to feel those autumn chills already, but it seems summer is having one last hurrah this fine Wednesday. According to Met Éireann, the nation in general is in for a pretty warm, humid and breezy day. While the west and northwest will be getting highest temperatures of 18 degrees, the greater Dublin region is […]

10 years ago

You read that correctly folks, burger joint Five Guys is opening its doors in Dublin next week. We revealed a few months back that the US fast food behemoth – famed for its free refills, standard double-burgers and general deliciousness – was finally making its way to Dublin, but now we’ve just been told that they’ll begin to welcome […]

10 years ago

If you’ve ever given thought to where you might buy a home someday, this picture illustrating the average cost of semi-detached houses across Ireland might be of interest to you. According to the Real Estate Alliance Average House Price Survey, the average Irish three-bed semi now costs €200,093, a breathtaking increase of 6.3% since this time last year. […]

10 years ago

Some people are just the worst. Like this clamper. Posted on Broadsheet.ie, this Nationwide Controlled Parking Systems car was snapped at an unspecified Re.Store petrol station parked casually, and atrociously, across a disabled spot. What do you think of this? Let us know in the comments. READ NEXT: PICS: Is This Liffey Valley Parking Job The Worst You’ve Ever Seen?

10 years ago

Lovers of tapas will be saddened to learn that Boqueria in Stoneybatter has just closed its doors for the last time. Inspired by the municipal market of the same name on Las Ramblas in Barcelona, Boqueria wonderfully captured the vibe and energy of an authentic Spanish tapas joint, as well as its flavours. The eatery’s team bid a fond farewell to their loyal […]

10 years ago

Are you a lover of all things ’80s? Did Patrick Swayze’s gyrating hips spark your sexual awakening? If so, then this is a night you won’t wanna miss. The Sugar Club will be the screening Dirty Dancing this Friday, September 30 and it’ll be followed by a party celebrating the decade in which it was made, […]

10 years ago

Ever wondered what Dublin looks like from the pinnacle of the Spire? No? Huh. Well, watch the video above and find out anyway. We love a bit of drone footage, we do, and this upload from Charliebarrett23 and his trusty quadcopter satisfies our childish curiosity about high places. Give it a watch. READ NEXT: The 10 Best Photos Spotted On #LovinDublin […]

10 years ago

If you’re looking to try someplace new for lunch today, Cotto in Stoneybatter might be just the ticket, if you haven’t already tried it.  Having set up shop in the spot that used to house Soulful, Cotto opened just a few months ago and its sambos come courtesy of Oxmanstown and it’s amazing coffee from Full Circle Roasters. Their […]

10 years ago

There’s a lot of choice when it comes to brunch in Dublin, and we should know. All those options can make your head hurt (which you really don’t want in the middle of your Christmas shopping), but today you don’t have to worry about that decision, because we’re going to make it for you: you’re going to Farmer Brown’s. […]

10 years ago

Sunday are the kind of the day where it’s perfectly acceptable to binge on Netflix. We’re even encouraging it. But there’s a lot of choice, so it’s hard to pick. Luckily, we’ve narrowed it down to six excellent options. Just pick your favourite (or several favourites), shut the curtains, crack open the biscuits, turn on the […]

10 years ago

Bewley’s Oriental Café on Grafton Street has been closed for refurbishments for the last 21 months but is due to reopen next year with seating for 500 people. According to The Irish Times, the multi-million euro revamp is bringing a number of changes to the listed buildings, such the reopening of the side entrance on Johnson’s […]

10 years ago