Gallaghers Boxty House , County Dublin D02 ET66

"We were located in the basement, in a very warm room. I am still wondering why they did not switch on the air conditioning. Food wise, I didn't choose well, don't go for the chowder or the fish and chips. Chowder is tasteless and for the first time in my life I had to add salt to it. I have no idea how you can find seafood as bad, but somehow they managed to do so. Fish and chips are not good, with a super tick bread on the fish, and way too oily. The salmon looks good, so go for it if you have the chance. Desserts were the best, and still I wouldn't go for them. Service was nice but slow and overwhelmed. With the money they charge for the food, I was expecting way better and faster service. We had to request several times for water, and napkins. Not great, but still their effort is appreciated because it's not their fault. The bathrooms... Well, judge for yourself, but basically I had to go to another place because they are basically dirty. In short, a place a won't visit again; overpriced to the extreme and with lack of staff."

"Enjoyed brunch at this restaurant today. Had a flight of beers which was pretty good, but a bit pricey (€12 for 4 glasses, 1/3 pint each). Got the fries which were REALLY good (kind of had a similar flavor to carnival food, in a good way). Got the lamb stew which was pretty good and my wife got the vegetarian Boxty potatoe pancake, sort of burrito style with beans and such inside. I tried it and didn't like it, but she enjoyed it. Overall a pretty nice brunch."

"Conveniently located and very hearty food. Our server was so friendly and helpful, which already put us in a great mood. He did a great job pushing the Boxty fries--which, I have to be honest, I was skeptical about at first, but wow am I glad we followed his advice. The stews and the steak were great but the fries are what I would definitely go back for! Also, if you are a beer-lover, get their house lager (Jack Smyth)."

"Had a lovely dinner at Boxty House and food was great. Nice portions and lovely presentation. The cheesecake was a tiny bit disappointing because we could not taste Baileys at all and chocolate sauce tasted a bit like cocoa powder. Cocktails were very tasty but I think a bit overpriced. I suppose the whole place is priced according to location (Temple Bar) All in all it was a nice experience. Staff is very friendly, that's a bonus."

"The spicy carrots, which are listed as a side dish make for an excellent starter, and are truly delicious. The Beef & Stout was lovely, and came with mashed potato and 3 different types of bread. Unfortunately, no-one told me what kinds of bread they were, and I didn't have the heart to ask the staff who were being kept very busy, as every table was full. I've had better bread, but the rest of the main dish was great. Worth going just for the carrots."