Guidebook for Dublin 6
Drinks & Nightlife
Traditional Irish Bar and restaurant with a homely welcome. Renowned for having a great pint and a cosy atmosphere. Ideal for all occasions.
26 locals recommend
Peter's Pub
1 Johnson PlaceTraditional Irish Bar and restaurant with a homely welcome. Renowned for having a great pint and a cosy atmosphere. Ideal for all occasions.
Victorian pub under wooden-beamed eaves, with bikes hanging on the walls and a party vibe.
30 locals recommend
Rody Bolands
12-14 Rathmines Rd UpperVictorian pub under wooden-beamed eaves, with bikes hanging on the walls and a party vibe.
This is one of our favourite old school pubs in Dublin. They don't take card so remember to bring cash. An excellent pint of Guinness is served here. If it happens to be a sunny day they'll let you bring a stool outside to watch the world go by.
13 locals recommend
Martin B. Slattery
217 Rathmines Road LowerThis is one of our favourite old school pubs in Dublin. They don't take card so remember to bring cash. An excellent pint of Guinness is served here. If it happens to be a sunny day they'll let you bring a stool outside to watch the world go by.
Food Scene
Craft is an award-winning neighbourhood bistro in Harold’s Cross, run by renowned chef Philip Yeung.
Working under Temple Garner, Philip became head chef at Town Bar and Grill and he was also instrumental in the re-opening of Bang Restaurant in 2010, again as head chef.
Philip opened Craft in February 2016 and very quickly gained recognition for his modern Irish cuisine, winning the ‘Best Newcomer’ award for Dublin at the Restaurants Association of Ireland Awards in May 2016. In 2017 Phil and his team were also shortlisted for ‘Best Casual Dining’ at the RAI Awards and were awarded Michelin Bib Gourmand 2018 status.
22 locals recommend
Craft Restaurant
208 Harold's Cross RdCraft is an award-winning neighbourhood bistro in Harold’s Cross, run by renowned chef Philip Yeung.
Working under Temple Garner, Philip became head chef at Town Bar and Grill and he was also instrumental in the re-opening of Bang Restaurant in 2010, again as head chef.
Philip opened Craft in February 2016 and very quickly gained recognition for his modern Irish cuisine, winning the ‘Best Newcomer’ award for Dublin at the Restaurants Association of Ireland Awards in May 2016. In 2017 Phil and his team were also shortlisted for ‘Best Casual Dining’ at the RAI Awards and were awarded Michelin Bib Gourmand 2018 status.
Pan Asian casual dining. From brunch all the way through dinner, this fusions restaurant has enough variety to make you want breakfast lunch and dinner!
27 locals recommend
HX46 Cafe - Harold's Cross
46 Harold's Cross RoadPan Asian casual dining. From brunch all the way through dinner, this fusions restaurant has enough variety to make you want breakfast lunch and dinner!
Located in the heart of buzzing Wexford Street and Camden Street, Las Tapas de Lola offers sumptuous Spanish tapas, wines, beers and tasty sangria for every occasion.
116 locals recommend
Las Tapas De Lola
12 Wexford StLocated in the heart of buzzing Wexford Street and Camden Street, Las Tapas de Lola offers sumptuous Spanish tapas, wines, beers and tasty sangria for every occasion.
Incredible breakfast/ brunch/ lunch spot, arguably one of my favourite cafes in the world. Coffee and menu are world class, great music, cool staff - a perfect place to have on your doorstep when you want a quick bite!
11 locals recommend
Five Points
288A Harold's Cross RdIncredible breakfast/ brunch/ lunch spot, arguably one of my favourite cafes in the world. Coffee and menu are world class, great music, cool staff - a perfect place to have on your doorstep when you want a quick bite!
Awesome spot for coffee and a cake. Recommend anything with their gorgeous sourdough, you can even buy a whole loaf if you're there on Friday. Sometimes you'll have to queue but it is worth it. I recommend over-ordering as portions aren't huge!
13 locals recommend
Fia
Awesome spot for coffee and a cake. Recommend anything with their gorgeous sourdough, you can even buy a whole loaf if you're there on Friday. Sometimes you'll have to queue but it is worth it. I recommend over-ordering as portions aren't huge!
Top notch home made pasta and small Italian plates. Hipster vibe but very very nice
16 locals recommend
Host Restaurant
13 RanelaghTop notch home made pasta and small Italian plates. Hipster vibe but very very nice
Project Black
3 RanelaghAnother great coffee spot!
Great middle eastern grill restaurant with heaps of character. Very busy all the time!
6 locals recommend
HEY DONNA
60 Dame StreetGreat middle eastern grill restaurant with heaps of character. Very busy all the time!
Gorgeous stonebaked/ wood fired pizza. The starters are knock out in this place - wine list is ridiculous but they'll always point out something reasonable.
73 locals recommend
Manifesto
208 Rathmines Rd LowerGorgeous stonebaked/ wood fired pizza. The starters are knock out in this place - wine list is ridiculous but they'll always point out something reasonable.
Zakura Noodle & Sushi Restaurant
13 Wexford StreetGreat cheap sushi - BYOB
Featherblade
51B Dawson StAwesome steak place. Truffle Mac is a MUST
Parks & Nature
St Stephen's Green Park is a historical park and garden, located in the centre of Dublin city. Cared for by the Office of Public Works, the park is an important public resource in the area, and provides an oasis of green calm in the middle of a bustling city.
720 locals recommend
St Stephens Green
Saint Stephen's GreenSt Stephen's Green Park is a historical park and garden, located in the centre of Dublin city. Cared for by the Office of Public Works, the park is an important public resource in the area, and provides an oasis of green calm in the middle of a bustling city.
Entertainment & Activities
This has got to be one of the best cinemas in the world. It is a recently restored art deco style movie theatre, with drinks and food served to your armchair and it's own beautiful cocktail bar upstairs. They also have their own diner next door. If you have time on your hands, this is an absolute must visit.
75 locals recommend
Stella Cinema
209 Rathmines Rd LowerThis has got to be one of the best cinemas in the world. It is a recently restored art deco style movie theatre, with drinks and food served to your armchair and it's own beautiful cocktail bar upstairs. They also have their own diner next door. If you have time on your hands, this is an absolute must visit.
Getting Around
85/85A goes to the city centre. No. 18 goes to Sandymount via Ranelagh and Ballsbridge
Kenilworth Square North
Kenilworth Square North85/85A goes to the city centre. No. 18 goes to Sandymount via Ranelagh and Ballsbridge
Harold's Cross Road
Harold's Cross Road49 and 16 buses go in to city centre
Essentials
ALDI
Lidl
12 Walkinstown AveTesco Metro
Spar
Hanover QuaySteven An
6w Harold's Cross Rd