The Cow Pub & Kitchen

Name: The Cow Pub & Kitchen
Address: 2 Shelbourne Rd, Dublin 4, County Dublin, D04 V4K0, IE
Telephone: (01) 230 8344
Price range: €31 to €50
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (141)

€31 to €50

Gastro Pub

2 Shelbourne Rd, Dublin 4, County Dublin D04 V4K0

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The Cow Pub & Kitchen

4.7

€31 to €50

Gastro Pub

Beggar's Bush

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2 people

28 Oct 2026

19:00

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

The Cow Pub & Kitchen is a vibrant and welcoming restaurant located just a stone's throw from the iconic Aviva Stadium, offering the perfect dining spot for both locals and visitors. Specialising in a diverse menu, it caters to all tastes with a focus on succulent steaks, fresh seafood, and a variety of creative vegetarian dishes. The warm, rustic décor combined with a lively pub atmosphere creates an inviting setting for a casual lunch, a pre-match meal, or a relaxing evening out. The Cow Pub & Kitchen promises a memorable dining experience with locally sourced ingredients and friendly service.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
€31 to €50
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, Bistro, Contemporary European
Hours of Operation
Tue–Fri 12:00–14:30 Tue 17:00–21:00 Wed–Fri 17:00–21:30 Sat 14:00–21:30 Sun 12:30–20:00
Contact
(01) 230 8344
Website
https://www.thecow.ie/
Dress Code
Business Casual

Location
2 Shelbourne Rd, Dublin 4, County Dublin D04 V4K0
Area
Beggar's Bush
Parking Details
None

Experiences

Kids Eat Free!
1 - 8 people
Multiple dates available
Kids Eat Free! Tuesday - Saturday 12pm - 2:30pm & 5pm - 6pm With every adult main meal purchased, enjoy one free kids meal from our kids menu along with ice cream and a drink. For children aged 12 or under. T&C's apply. Offer unavailable on event days at Aviva Stadium.
Kids Pumpkin Carving Workshop
€15.00 per person
Prepaid
1 - 20 people
28 Oct 2026 only
11:30
Get into the Halloween spirit with a fun-filled pumpkin carving workshop at The Cow! 🎃 Bring your little ones along for a creative Halloween experience where they can enjoy carving their very own pumpkins and getting into the spooky season! 📅 Wednesday, 28th October 2026 ⏰ 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM 📍 The Cow Pub & Kitchen, Ballsbridge 💰 €15 per child, including a kid’s meal, drink & dessert Each child must be accompanied by an adult on the day
The Butcher's Table
1 - 8 people
15 Oct 2026 - 10 Nov 2026
For over a decade, we’ve worked closely with Irish beef farmers to bring exceptional quality beef to our tables. Now, we’re celebrating that relationship with The Butcher’s Table — a Tuesday night dedicated to outstanding Irish produce, exceptional cuts and remarkable value. From beautifully marbled Angus Ribeye and tender Fillet to our showstopping Côte de Boeuf for two at just €50, choose your favourite cut from the butcher’s board, cooked to your liking and complemented by delicious sides and classic sauces. You pay butcher’s prices. We cook it for you. Every Tuesday at The Cow, Ballsbridge.

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Seared King Prawns€16.00
White Wine, Smoked Paprika, Chilli, Garlic Butter (2, 7, 12)
Tzatziky & Halloumi Salad€14.00
Organic Leaves, Kalamata Olives, Cherry Tomato, Red Onion (7)
Braised Roscommon Lamb Croquettes€16.00
Mint Pea Purée, Cauliflower Cous Cous, Pickle Cauliflower (1 wheat, 3, 4, 7, 9, 12, 14)
Crab Salad€18.00
Infused Apple, Pickled Cucumber, Frissée, Dill Oil (2, 3, 12)
Sweet Potato & Coconut Soup€10.00
Tipperary Crème Fraiche, Chili Rayu, Mint, Toasted Almonds (1, 5, 7, 8 almonds, 11)

Mains

10oz Irish Dry-Aged Angus Ribeye€46.00
Grilled Broccolini, Caramelised Onion Purée, Twice Cooked Chips, Pepper Sauce (1 wheat, 3, 4, 7, 9, 14)
Classic Fish & Chips€24.00
Fresh Fish in Light Tempura Butter, Twice Cooked Chips, Tartar Sauce, Mushy Peas (1 wheat, 3, 4, 7, 14)
Corn Fed Irish Chicken Supreme€28.00
Asparagus Risotto, Tarragon & Preserved Lemon Froth, Parmesan Crisp (7, 12)
Roscommon Mutton Pie€28.00
Roast Carrots & Peas (7, 9, 12)
Fillet of Organic Salmon€32.00
Crush New Potato, Baby Leek, Baby Fennel, Lemon & Fennel Seeds Beurre Blanc, Shrimps (2, 4, 7, 12)

On the Side

Roast Carrots€7.00
Tahini Lemon Yogurt, Pumpkin & Sunflower Seeds (7, 11)
Onion Rings€7.00
(1 wheat, 4, 14)
Roasted Sweetheart Cabbage€7.00
Kimchi Emulsion, Dukkah (3,8 hazelnut, almonds, 11)
Baby Caesar Salad€7.00
(1 wheat, 3, 4,10)

Desserts

Sticky Toffee Pudding€10.00
Salted Caramel Sauce, Vanilla Ice Cream (1 wheat, 3, 7)
Pistachio & Coconut Sponge€10.00
Amaretto Cherries, Pistachio Ice Cream (3, 7, 8 pistachio, almond)
Chocolate & Praline Opera Cake€10.00
Raspberry Sorbet (1 wheat, 3, 7)
Selection of Ice Cream€10.00
(7)
Cheese Board€10.00
Selection of Irish Cheeses (1 wheat, rye, 3, 7, 8 walnut)

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at The Cow Pub & Kitchen.

4.7

(141)

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

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Diners' Choice Awards

Dublin 4
Best Overall
Dublin 4
Best Food
Dublin 4
Best Ambience
Dublin 4
Best Value
Dublin 4
Good for business meals
Dublin 4
Good for groups
Dublin 4
Hot spot
Dublin 4
Neighbourhood gem
Dublin 4
Great for fine wines
Dublin 4
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Cow Pub & Kitchen offers "delicious food" with standout dishes like burgers and Sunday roasts. Customers appreciate the "great atmosphere" and "friendly service." While vegan options could be improved, the overall dining experience is highlighted by "excellent presentation" and a "lovely personal service." A must-visit in Dublin!

141 Reviews

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Maebh
Dublin5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a lovely pre theatre meal at this lovely venue on 25/10/26. Three guests, starters and mains. No two dishes were the same everyone very happy. Food delicious, portions perfect, presentation excellent. Our waitress was very attentive, blonde lady. When we arrived we were originally being guide to the front annex but with a quick read of her audience, suggested we take a seat at the bar while she arranged for an intimate table in the main area. Very much appreciated as this area has a much better vibe and was lovely and cosy. 5* for us
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Anne
Dublin9 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Whilst the menu was limited as there was a rugby game on in Aviva, the quality of the food was excellent. Also, our waitress was great.
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Tory
London2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really super meal. Staff were so kind and helpful. Sticky toffee pudding was delicious!!
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Stephen
Dublin1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent meal - especially the added service of bringing bread to ‘mop’ up the wonderful dill prawn sauce ! Great value and mains perfectly cooked
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Amber
Denver / Colorado1 review
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food was quite delicious, the oysters were absolutely delicious! I had the catch of the day and my husband got the pork chop (a bit overcooked) overall good food. The service was fine, nothing special, a bit inattentive.
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Louie
Dublin1 review
5.0
Dined on 11 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our dinner at The Cow was lovely. The service from Dave was great and the staff in general were really polite, friendly and attentive. The burger was very nice, good quality and with really good chips. The sunday roast was delicious, and a huge portion, though the meat was a little fatty, so if that’s not your thing maybe avoid as there is quite a lot of it! Overall a great experience, thanks for having us! :-)
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Jonathan
Dublin3 reviews
4.0
Dined on 10 October 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great staff, and excellent food. We'll defo be back
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Cherie
Dublin2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our 2nd time eating here . Food and service simply amazing . Staff so friendly . We can’t wait to go back .
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Catherine
Dublin1 review
1.0
Dined on 3 October 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Abysmal vegan options.They have onion rings with fish allergen on veggi menu?? Even chips were cooked with the fish..Too expensive. Went home hungry.. Never again. Waiter was lovely and apologised for the poor vegan menu.
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Franklin
Dublin1 review
5.0
Dined on 3 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous experience at cow pub and kitchen. Food was soo good, service was 100 and would definitely go back and also recommend to anybody
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
€31 to €50
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, Bistro, Contemporary European
Hours of Operation
Tue–Fri 12:00–14:30 Tue 17:00–21:00 Wed–Fri 17:00–21:30 Sat 14:00–21:30 Sun 12:30–20:00
Contact
(01) 230 8344
Website
https://www.thecow.ie/
Dress Code
Business Casual

Location
2 Shelbourne Rd, Dublin 4, County Dublin D04 V4K0
Area
Beggar's Bush
Parking Details
None

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FAQs

Sunday, the Cow’s Signature Sunday Roast is a guest favourite, with reviewers praising the roast and its generous portions.

Guests often describe portions as generous, the Sunday roast is repeatedly called a "big portion, " and other reviewers describe portion sizes as "huge."

Yes, The Cow offers a dedicated Vegan and Vegetarian Menu (mains like the Poke Bowl and Coconut Dal & Almond Falafel), and guests report gluten‑free bread is available.

Yes, The Cow Pub & Kitchen is recommended for date night: reviewers call it a "lovely" spot for a date and praise its comfortable, cosy seating and attentive service.

The Cow Pub & Kitchen offers a bright main dining area plus a sun room/covered outdoor patio for quieter seating, along with a lively bar/pub area.

Yes, The Cow Pub & Kitchen is family-friendly: guests report staff are very welcoming to children, youngsters' meals match the quality of the adults', and there are family facilities such as a baby changing table.

For a quieter visit, try arriving at opening or for Sunday lunch, guests note the sun room and Sunday roast can be pleasantly calm; match nights (Aviva events) are busier and lively, so expect queues then.

The Cow Signature Sunday Roast is the stand-out, it appears on the Sunday Menu and guests repeatedly praise the Sunday roast as a highlight of their visits.

The Cow Pub & Kitchen feels warm and welcoming, pairing rustic décor with a lively pub atmosphere; guests describe it as bright, buzzy and friendly, with cosy corners and attentive service.

Yes, The Cow Pub & Kitchen offers a covered outdoor space/sun room and covered patio that guests enjoy for a quiet, cosy al fresco option.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished clothing rather than formal wear.

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The Cow Pub & Kitchen

4.7

€31 to €50

Gastro Pub

Beggar's Bush

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2 people

28 Oct 2026

19:00

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

The Cow Pub & Kitchen

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The Cow Pub & Kitchen

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About this restaurant

Additional information

Kids Eat Free!

Kids Pumpkin Carving Workshop

The Butcher's Table

Bread

Homemade Bread€3.50

Bites

Crispy Salt & Chili Squid €6.00

Mediterranean Mix Olives€6.00

Padron Peppers€6.00

Corn Ribs€6.00

Starters

Seared King Prawns€16.00

Tzatziky & Halloumi Salad€14.00

Braised Roscommon Lamb Croquettes€16.00

Crab Salad€18.00

Sweet Potato & Coconut Soup€10.00

Mains

10oz Irish Dry-Aged Angus Ribeye€46.00

Classic Fish & Chips€24.00

Corn Fed Irish Chicken Supreme€28.00

Roscommon Mutton Pie€28.00

Fillet of Organic Salmon€32.00

On the Side

Roast Carrots€7.00

Onion Rings€7.00

Roasted Sweetheart Cabbage€7.00

Baby Caesar Salad€7.00

Desserts

Sticky Toffee Pudding€10.00

Pistachio & Coconut Sponge€10.00

Chocolate & Praline Opera Cake€10.00

Selection of Ice Cream€10.00

Cheese Board€10.00

Diners' Choice Awards

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