The food scene in Dublin has been exploding in diversity and quality in the last few years – to the point, in fact, where it can be hard to choose from all the wonderful options.  With that in mind, we assembled this ultimate foodie list for you to work your way through. You’ll struggle to do them […]

8 years ago

Right, we’re going to make a controversial statement here – Temple Bar is actually one of the most interesting areas in Dublin. Before you jump down our throat screaming about €7 pints and drunk tourists, give us a chance to explain. The thing is that the whole Temple Bar region gets painted with the same […]

8 years ago

A Bank Holiday without brunch is a very sad Bank Holiday, indeed. We decided to treat you to one further: brunch with a view. Nice. Here are five gorge places in and around Dublin to kick back, relax and enjoy some food with a view. 1. Bay, Clontarf  Situated right on Clontarf’s seafront, Bay serve a […]

8 years ago

Let’s be honest, brunch is by far the greatest meal that’s ever been invented. The best parts of breakfast mixed with epic lunch treats you don’t normally get to eat, always at reasonable prices and washed down with fresh juices, coffee and sometimes alcohol. Throw in the social element and the fact that it’s served […]

8 years ago

So you’re contemplating going for brunch, but you don’t wanna make the tough call on where to go. Your friends are counting on you to pick someplace good, can’t let the team down by picking an underwhelming spot. But don’t worry, we’ve got this: you’re going to Herbstreet today. Now enjoy! Oh, you want us […]

8 years ago

Think Paddy’s Day is a load of shite? Rather then spending the day drinking warm cans in your mates gaff like ye old teenager times, brave the crowds in town for what’s sure to be a class hip-hop style brunch.  Taking place in the Odeon on Harcourt Street, the St. Patrick’s Day Brunch meets Hip […]

8 years ago

Mother’s Day is almost here and it’s about that time when we start panicking about not having made any plans.  Brunch is always a solid bet as it’s a lovely treat but often less expensive than dinner. Here are some ideas for where to bring the woman who gave you life… 1. Herbstreet Herbstreet on […]

8 years ago

The crunchy white snow outside our gaffs is fiiinally melting (kinda), shops are back open and restaurants and cafes are whirring back into life.  So, what to do today with your newfound freedom? Here’s five things to do in Dublin today that will make you feel like you haven’t just been stuck indoors all week […]

8 years ago

If you’re only dying to get out of the house today, we’ve got good news for you.  Bar and restaurant Drop Dead Twice is offering FREE bottomless bubbles with brunch today.  That’s right – kicking off at 1pm and lasting until 5pm, you and your pals can wash down your avocado toast or steak and eggs with endless […]

8 years ago

It’s been a tough few days for Dublin’s small businesses, with endless cancelled bookings, wasted ingredients and forced closures.  Now the worst of the weather is behind us, a lot of them are starting to open up again.  They might have shorter opening times, less staff or a few items missing off the menu – but […]

8 years ago

The snow has been the talk of the week and dominated media coverage across Ireland.  Despite the danger you get the sense that most people are absolutely delighted with a couple of days off work and some unexpected time bonding with family and friends. In some ways it feels like a mini Christmas with everybody cooped […]

8 years ago

I slammed Dillingers for copying a New York eatery a few weeks ago and they closed down the following week for a complete refurb. Much as my ego would have me believe that they read this blog and decided to implement instant change that was clearly not the case. Dillingers was one of those iconic […]

8 years ago