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Gallaghers Boxty House, Dublin, Dublin

Gallaghers Boxty House

4.5
4.5
516 reviews
€30 and under
Irish
Traditional Irish food with a modern twist
Local Cuisine

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2 people

19:00


Booked 48 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Irish

  • Hours of Operation

    Daily 9:00 am–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (01) 677 2762

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive Chef

    Pádraic Óg Gallagher

  • Area

    Dame Street

  • Cross Street

    Across from Temple Bar Square

  • Parking Details

    None

  • Public Transit

    We are 5 minutes walk from the Jervis Street Luas Line stop and nearby to many Dame Street and Eden Quay Bus Stops

  • Additional

    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace

What 516 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Dublin 2

    Irish

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  1. kimkim

    Tahoe

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Food was mezza mezza but it was fun to try a traditional Irish potato dish which is why we went.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was phenomenal. Wonderful food and service. Aside from the melancholy thinking about how Anthony Bourdain’s recommendation was what helped me discover the restaurant, and that he’s no longer with us, everything was perfect.
  3. RonaldP

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food service and atmosphere. Quintessential Dublin and Temple Bar dining experience. Will definitely recommend and return!
  4. RoryS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a wonderful meal, we had a great time last night. The food was great and so was the service
  5. Monika

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Very good food but the portion of lamb beef was too small according to my boyfriend. But in general very good place and its must to see it.
  6. MarybethC

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A great place for traditional Irish food especially the nocturnal
  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 March 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    The food was pretty disappointing. Definitely over hyped.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic dinner out celebrating my sister’s birthday. The food was absolutely delicious in every course. Each time I visit Dublin I will be visiting.
  9. BogdanaK

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 March 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience2
    The stuff was pretty rude and pushy. Food felt like was cooked day in advance.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Pinehurst

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food. HIGHLY RECOMMEND the Boxty Fries and Fush and Chips…can’t go wrong!

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded 6 days agoHey, thank you so much for this lovely review!

  11. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 March 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience4
    Food was great. However the server just plain sucked! Other than waiting forever for drinks and food the place was good. I saw other waitresses doing a good job so I will probably go back.

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded 6 days agoHello, we're really sorry that the service didn't match your expectations. It was a really busy weekend and we're always trying to do our best. We're glad to know that you've enjoyed the food, so, hope to see you again at the restaurant some other time. Cheers.

  12. Flannery

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 19 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were there for brunch and the food and service were both top notch! I especially recommend the corned beef dumplings.

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded 6 days agoHey, thank you so much for this amazing review.

  13. TezW

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was fabulous & the traditional Irish breakfast was delicious. My favorite brunch thus far while in Dublin.

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded 6 days agoHello, thank you so much for this amazing review! Hope to see you again at the restaurant!

  14. katieo25

    Indiana

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 18 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fun staff, amazing food! The boxty appetizer platter was a great start to the meal. The stew sampler was like a warm Irish hug.

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded 6 days agoHey, Katie! Thank you so much for this amazing review. This connection between irish hug with the stew is really lovely to know about! Hope to see you again at the restaurant soon. Cheers!

  15. ClaireS

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious dinner on our first night in Dublin for St. Paddy's Day weekend. A calm refuge in the midst of the mayhem of the Temple Bar neighborhood. Fantastic food and entertaining people watching through the windows onto the main street. So glad we made reservations!

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded on 19 March 2023Hey, Claire! Thank you so much for this lovely review.

  16. Brians

    Las Vegas

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 17 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great breakfast. Sean was great. Sat outside and enjoyed the morning. Will be back soon

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded on 19 March 2023Hello, thank you so much for this amazing review!

  17. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 16 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The waitress suggested we try the Gaelic Boxty! It was beyond amazing!! Would totally go here again and have the same dish!

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded on 19 March 2023Hello, thank you so much for this amazing review! Hope to see you again at the restaurant.

  18. JustineM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love this restaurant so much! And it is all down to the staff! It always feels like a family! Today I had Dave and gorgeous Robyn looking after us! Food as always was delicious, Boxty fries make me happy... always! I'll be back, thank you

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded on 19 March 2023Hello, thank you so much for this amazing review! Hope to see you again at the restaurant.

  19. OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing waiter Sergio!!! Delicious breakfast with mimosa .. highly recommend!!

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded on 19 March 2023Hello, thank you so much for this amazing review!

  20. TammieC

    Austin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous food and service! “Ryan Reynolds” was the best waiter with great recommendations!!

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded on 19 March 2023Hello, thank you so much for this amazing review!

  21. johno

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 March 2023

    overall1food5service5ambience5
    Over priced meals that are labeled genuine Irish, but is no more Irish than any other restaurant in Ireland. Then to be told to add a gratuity to the final check! It’s basically a temple bar tourist trap where foreigners think they are getting something special when they are not. A shameful way to represent Ireland.

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded on 19 March 2023Hello, We're really sorry we didn't match your expectations.

  22. ScottM

    Salt Lake City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Boxty offers beautiful ambience, cutting-edge food and great service.

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded on 19 March 2023Hello, thank you so much for this lovely review, hope to see you again at the restaurant soon!

  23. AnnaP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We came back to The Boxty House beacuse we liked everything of this easy but refined location

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded on 19 March 2023Hello, thank you so much for this amazing review, hope to see you again at the restaurant soon!

  24. dsalisbury

    New England

    21 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 12 March 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Great double fried fries! Potato leek soup is very filling. I didn’t like the pickled cabbage under the steak. Goat cheese and beet appetizer great.

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded on 19 March 2023Hello, thank you so much for this lovely review.

  25. WillemS

    Maastricht

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 12 March 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Good oysters, as well as fish & chips, friendly staff.
  26. JakeG

    E. Tennessee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding food. David the server was amazing.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing Food! 100% Irish

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded on 12 March 2023Hey, thank you for the 5 stars review!

  28. OpenTable Diner

    Hertfordshire

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 March 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Lovely meal but a little expensive - nice to have been able to experience some traditional Irish food

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded on 12 March 2023Hello, thank you so much for this lovely review.

  29. carolyn

    Richmond

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 March 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    My server Mike was great, friendly and informative. Lovely lamb stew, the rose wine was nice too, thank you!

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded on 12 March 2023Hello, Carolyn! Thank you so much for this lovely review.

  30. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 February 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Very nice dinner, first time having “Boxty” which I think is actually just potatoes made all different ways. We got the boxty sharing platter which had gnocchi, bruschetta and fries- the chowder was ok, not as good as New England. The Gaelic boxty was amazing, steak medium was perfect and the sticky toffee pudding was average. They have an in-house beer, we tried the IPA and the red, both were good. I really like that they bring you the bill and let you write your tip in before they bring the machine.

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded on 3 March 2023Hey, thank you so much for your feedback, it is really important for us!

  31. RyleeT

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 24 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great and traditional Irish food. Waiter was very kind, informative and fun!

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded on 3 March 2023Hello. thank you so much for this lovely review!

  32. BrendaS

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and waiter were outstanding! Delicious cocktails. Generous with the alcohol.

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded on 3 March 2023Hey, thank you so much for this amazing review!

  33. ElizabethP

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 20 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great comfort food! Delicious food in a lovely atmosphere.

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded on 24 February 2023Hello, thank you so much for this lovely review!

  34. KarenR

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 February 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We went for a family meal for our daughter's birthday. I wasn't sure what to expect being in the centre of Temple Bar, but we had such a lovely night. Our server Georgio was fantastic. We had a really lovely evening. The atmosphere was great, and everyone had a wonderful time.

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded on 24 February 2023Hello, Karen! Thank you so much for this amazing review!

  35. shanemc78

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food and service. Not too overly pricey considering it's location. Definitely will be back.

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded on 24 February 2023Hey, thank you so much for this amazing review.

  36. EatDrinkBMerry

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was outstanding-Boxty and boxty are the epitome of Ireland. Service was excellent-ask for Mike-we had such an interesting chat with him about everything from best pubs to weekend brunch to opera. Must eat in Dublin.

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded on 24 February 2023Hello, thank you so much for this amazing review.

  37. CormacM

    Dublin

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 17 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thanks for everything, food was tremendous only thing was the early bird was very limited, they didn't have the gluten free IPA beer in stock unfortunately, the beef and stout casserole contained wheat so was unable to have that, I understand the wheat is in the stout..shame it couldn't be substituted with something else like salmon or lamb boxty..which is the same price as the chicken boxty from the a-la-carte menu, I didn't think it would have been too much of a problem.. everything else was pretty nice..Great atmosphere, quite busy, even at 4 o clock in the afternoon

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded on 28 February 2023Hello, thank you so much for this review.

  38. MathildeV

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Délicieux restaurant irlandais ! Debbie notre serveuse était aux petits soins De passage à Dublin n’hésitez pas à découvrir ce restaurant

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded on 24 February 2023Hello, thank you so much for this lovely review!

  39. OpenTable Diner

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great tasting food. For lunch the 2 courses for €24 was perfect.

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded on 17 February 2023Hello, thank you so much for the 5 star review!

  40. DarrenH

    Kent

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 15 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Once again another lovely meal. We visited back in 2021 and was served by georgio who was fantastic and to our surprise he served us again tonight and remembered who we were. Georgio is an asset to this place and would like to take this opportunity to say thank you for making us feel welcome again. Highly recommend the stew platter and the sharing platter to start all was perfect

    Gallaghers Boxty HouseResponded on 17 February 2023Hello, thank you so much for this lovely review. We're very happy to know that you had a great experience in our restaurant. Hope to see you again soon!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Protective equipment

    • Waiting staff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

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Gallaghers Boxty House is rated 4.5 stars by 516 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

19:00


Booked 48 times today
Google Map for Gallaghers Boxty House

20-21 Temple Bar, Dublin, Dublin D02ET66

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Across from Temple Bar Square

  • Area

    Dame Street

  • Hours of Operation

    Daily 9:00 am–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Irish

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking Details

    None

  • Public Transit

    We are 5 minutes walk from the Jervis Street Luas Line stop and nearby to many Dame Street and Eden Quay Bus Stops

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Pádraic Óg Gallagher

  • Additional

    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace

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