You don’t make friends with salad, but luckily that’s not all that’s on offer for veggies in this city. The veggie offerings in Dublin City have thankfully come a long way from where they used to be a couple of years ago. Long gone are plates led by a Portobello mushroom baked to a sludge, […]

3 years ago

We love our local pubs and restaurants but sometimes you can just get a craving for something new. And what better time than the weekend to do some exploration and find your new favourite spot in Dublin. Luckily, our beautiful city is full of amazing spots that prove you can’t judge a book by […]

7 years ago

Gin and tonics are perfect if you’re looking for something fun and refreshing. The best gin and tonics work where tonics and garnishes are paired with gins to bring out the underlying flavours. Lots of places have gins on their spirits menu, but some places go over and above by either having a separate gin […]

8 years ago

Sometimes there are occasions in our lives where going to a nice restaurant is just not good enough. You want to go to a place that’s normally too expensive to go to, where you’re treated like royalty and feel an obligation to dress like a fancy person. Luckily for us here in Dublin there is […]

8 years ago

We think that Dublin Zoo is great. And obviously a lot of other people agree, since they had over 1 million visitors last year. We could go on for ages about how cute the red pandas, meercats and baby elephants are but if that’s not enough, you also support a really good organisation by going. […]

8 years ago

While eating out can be quite expensive, if you play your cards right you can get a great meal without breaking the bank. A lot of restaurants in town have stiff competition and as a result offer great deals. There are quite a few places where you can get a starter and a main course, […]

9 years ago

It’s definitely getting more expensive to drink in Dublin. A couple of years ago, almost everywhere had cocktails for under a tenner. Now it seems like you can’t spend less than €11, with some of them costing a lot more. Similarly, even the humble glass of wine has risen from its previous price of […]

9 years ago

This week, I went to see the Sherlock season 4 finale, ‘The Final Problem’, in my local cinema. Apart from looking forward to it because of the cliff-hanger from the previous episode, I was also happy to go out and see it in the cinema. I love going to the cinema. I love the smell of popcorn […]

9 years ago

After Christmas, we are all a little strapped. Thanks mostly to the advent of the internet, it has never been easier to make a little bit of money on the side. Theoretically you could make extra money by having a successful blog, YouTube channel or Instagram account, but the competition is fierce and you’d have to […]

9 years ago

Sure, you have your salads and your sandwiches. But nothing will warm you up or make you feel better than a good old soup. And it’s not exactly warm out there today.  Here are some of the best places in Dublin to soothe your soup craving. Go grab life by the spoon. 1. Soup Dragon […]

9 years ago

When we plan to meet up with friends, sometimes it can seem that you only real options for things to do when you see them is to eat or go for a drink. But there are a lot more things to do in Dublin. Stay away from the bars and restaurants and check out some […]

9 years ago

In case you didn’t know, Dublin is home to some fantastic markets.  Sometimes we don’t appreciate how great it is to live in a country with so many talented creators, designers and business owners. One of the best ways to support local entrepreneurs is to shop in one of the local weekend markets. Plus, it’s […]

9 years ago

Phibsborough and Tara Street fire stations were called to deal with a fire on Capel Street this morning. Thanks to their quick work the building was safely evacuated and the fire stopped. Tara St & P’boro at a premises fire on Capel St this morning. Apts above evacuated & building ventilated, no injuries reported #Dublin […]

10 years ago

Every week, we’ll look at a village along the Dart line and see what there is to do there for the day. Dalkey is where the other half lives. The place of €10m mansions, the area has a vibrant food scene so it’s definitely worth checking out. The village is also very picturesque. Start the day off in […]

10 years ago

We love cafés but the current popular aesthetic of brick walls, bare wooden benches and minimalist furniture can be a little harsh. We want to go somewhere where we can settle in, drink a curative cup of coffee and enjoy our surroundings. Luckily for us, Dublin has some adorable cafés where you can go and […]

10 years ago

When you’re a kid, you have some kickass birthday parties in places like theme parks, fun fairs and game rooms. But when you’re an adult, often the default birthday is heading to the pub for a few. Well, Dublin has a ton of fun activities that adults can partake in, and there’s no better excuse […]

10 years ago

We Dubliners like to complain about our public transport. We complain about the frequent ‘signal problems’ causing Dart delays when the leaves and the swans aren’t doing it, the buses seeming to all arrive at once, and don’t get us started on the fact that they’re only connecting the Luas lines now. But it looks […]

10 years ago

“You probably don’t think of Ireland as a culinary destination — I certainly never did — but a recent trip to Dublin brought some pleasant surprises to my taste buds.” Huffington Post journalist Karin E Baker recently wrote a piece, arguing that she was “very impressed” by the food she ate when she came on […]

10 years ago

Gardaí foiled an armed robbery in progress in a shop in Finglas earlier today. They had been alerted to the robbery this morning at the shop in Hampton Wood. When they arrived they had to force their way into the shop. They found the thief wearing a balaclava and armed with a crowbar, according to […]

10 years ago

Dublin Fire Brigade have reminded people to check the location of their fire extinguishers after an incident in Ballymun today. A fire on the building’s landing was contained after a quick-thinking member of the public used the nearby fire extinguisher. Finglas stn have dealt with a #fire on a landing in Ballymun. Quick thinking mem […]

10 years ago

What better way is there to celebrate Pancake Tuesday than with pizza? At least, with this Nutella covered pizza. Base Wood-Fired Pizza in Terenure, Ballsbridge, Stillorgan and now Glenageary are doing a sweet special this Tuesday. You can get the chocolate pizza for €6 or €3 if you add it to an order. Unfortunately the […]

10 years ago

Gardaí arrested a man in Collinstown last night after having to chase him down. They had been following the man in his 30s by car at around 10pm last night, before the man ditched the car and ran out on foot. He was eventually caught in a park in the west Dublin area. Gardaí discovered […]

10 years ago

Do you know your Father Stone from your Father Damo? Your ‘near and small’ from your ‘large and far away’? Your cocaine from your raisins? Well, my friend, your time has come. The most Fr Ted event of all time is taking place at DTwo in April, so you can show everyone your in-depth knowledge of Craggy Island […]

10 years ago

Fingal Council are alerting people that due to essential maintenance, the water will be turned off in Howth for most of today. The water mains will be turned off from 10am – 4pm in the following: Grace O’Malley Drive Grace O’Malley Road Harbour View St. Laurence Road ????Water outage in Howth, Thurs 23rd Feb 17. Water […]

10 years ago

I have worked in restaurants, and have a huge respect for chefs. They work longer and harder than just about anyone else in the place. Unsurprisingly, they feel very strongly about their dishes. They will tell you that each ingredient in a particular dish plays a role. The chorizo isn’t just added in – it’s there for […]

10 years ago

“Good evening Madam.” “Good morning. Sorry,” I replied, like an idiot. I’d only been to the Shelbourne once in my life and that was nearly ten years ago for a big family event. I can barely remember it at this stage. I wasn’t used to being treated like royalty. Once inside the revolving doors, people […]

10 years ago

They say beauty is food for the soul. Well, maybe sometimes you want to feed your soul and your stomach at the same time. Everyone knows that eating fantastic food while soaking in gorgeous views just makes your meal… With that in mind, here are the seven best views in Dublin.  1. Barracuda, Bray A […]

10 years ago

Every week we’ll look at a village along the Dart line and see what there is to do there for the day. This is a review for Shankill and Killiney, but it’s mostly about Killiney. However, if you’re in the Shankill area, make sure to head to Brady’s Pub, a proper old-man pub that is a good ten-minute walk from […]

10 years ago

The Dublin International Film Festival is back, showing brilliant films from around the world, homegrown Irish movies and documentaries. Films being shown over the course of the festival include ‘The Salesman‘, nominated for the Best Foreign Language Film at the Oscars, 1960s throwback ‘The Love Witch‘, ‘Personal Shopper‘ starring Kristen Stewart, ‘Trespass Against Us‘ starring […]

10 years ago

When it comes to property in Dublin, it’s all about location, location, location! While we have a soft spot for a pretty home, the big decision often comes down to practicalities and being close to transport links is a major selling point. That’s why this new development in Carrickmines caught our eye, with four-bedroom and five-bedroom terraced houses on […]

10 years ago

The classic Spanish tapas idea of providing the table with small taster dishes of cured meats, cheese, olives, fish and those delish patatas bravas has taken on a life of its own here in Dublin. Many restaurants have realised that the basic premise of a number of small sharing dishes is a popular one and have come up […]

10 years ago

Foodies rejoice! The group behind some of our favourite new restaurants – 777, Super Miss Sue, Luna, Dillingers, and The Butcher Grill – have plans to open three new restaurants in Dublin. Speaking to The Taste, John Farrell, the head of JCF Developments, said the organisation was looking at new sites in Stoneybatter, Camden Street and Capel Street. […]

10 years ago

A planned €150m development of Liffey Valley looks set to be scrapped due to concerns over traffic in the area. Plans had been initiated to undertake a €150 million development of Liffey Valley Shopping Centre but planning permission has now been overturned by An Bord Pleanála. The project had included the creation of an additional 22,000 sq. m. of retail space, a new […]

10 years ago

As you may or may not know, I have committed to trying a new place every week, or 52 new places this year. There’s definitely enough restaurants, bars and cafés in Dublin for me to try without me running out of places to go. But the main issue is cost. I am, of course, on […]

10 years ago

We’ve all been told that if there’s a fire, we should close the door behind us. After seeing these pictures, we can tell how much of a difference that could make. The Dublin Fire Brigade issued a reminder on Twitter to close all the doors in the event of a fire, including with pictures from […]

10 years ago

We’ve had our eye on this apartment for a while. It’s bright, it’s cosy and it’s beautiful. It’s right opposite the Christ Church Cathedral, so smack bang in the city centre which fab view.  And the local café is the Fumbally, so you could be living the dream of having an amazing brunch before heading back to […]

10 years ago

Sometimes when you’re so used to something, you start to take it for granted. That’s what one American who messaged Humans of Dublin reckons, anyway. The person, who didn’t give their personal details, said: “I have held citizenship in both the US and Ireland since birth (from family) and have wanted nothing else but to move […]

10 years ago

Got something nice planned for this Valentine’s weekend? Here’s hoping it’s indoors. The Met Éireann forecast for today and tomorrow is rotten looking. Today we’ll see a mixture of rain, wind, hail, and possibly sleet and snow. There highest temperatures will be 4-6°, with it falling to 1° tonight.  However, ‘real feel’ looks even worse. […]

10 years ago

As well as having to deal with a car on fire on the M50 yesterday, the Dublin Fire Brigade had another incident to attend to late last night. A car rolled over after a road traffic collision in Blanchardstown. B’Town’s Fire Engine and Ambulance responded to this single vehicle rollover RTC late last night. Driver […]

10 years ago

If we were trying to imagine our perfect house, it would probably look something like this. Everything about this mansion in Shankill says classic, from the winding tree-lined road leading up to the entrance, to the carefully manicured gardens. The whole estate is set over 7 acres, including woods, a man-made lake, various ponds and […]

10 years ago

Going through an airport can be intensely stressful. You worry about not getting there and missing your flight. You end up wasting your money buying food onboard the flight. You have to haul a heavy suitcase behind you. That’s even before we get to the actual flying in a metal tube hurtling through the air. […]

10 years ago

Every week we’ll be looking at a village somewhere along the Dart line and we’ll be seeing what there is to do there for the day. Bray Bré. So nice they named it twice. This beautiful seaside village is perfect for a day trip, especially if it’s a nice sunny day. To start, you should get brunch at […]

10 years ago

The weather has already caused problems today, with the DARTs being delayed due to strong winds. Dublin Airport is now warning that flights may be delayed. Strong winds @DublinAirport causing some delays to the flight schedule. Passengers advised to check latest flight info with their airline. — Dublin Airport (@DublinAirport) February 6, 2017 All the arrivals […]

10 years ago

Brasserie Sixty6 has been a fixture on George’s Street, part of the hipster triangle, for nearly 12 years.  Despite the waves of new restaurants that have come and gone, they’ve remained. Thankfully.  If you’re going off the al a carte menu, the brasserie could set you back quite a bit. But they have good deals going, […]

10 years ago

Every week we’ll look at a village along the Dart line and see what there is to do there for the day. Greystones, while technically in Wicklow, is along the Dublin Area Rapid Transport route, so we’re going to count it. There are plenty of reasons to go to Greystones, and not just because you’re […]

10 years ago

I love TV.  A good proportion of my life is made up of watching TV. When I come home from work, I stick on the kettle and watch TV. If I’m bored, I watch TV. If I’m sick, I watch TV. If I have to do something boring, like clean my room or cook a […]

10 years ago

It’ll be great when it’s finally finished, but I think everyone can agree that the road works to join up the Green and Red Lines of the Luas have kinda been a pain in the ass. There has been a ton of traffic diversions, the pavements are a mess and there’s bits of gravel everywhere. One […]

10 years ago

Craving some crispy chicken nuggets dipped in barbecue sauce? Well one McDonalds branch is practically giving them away. The McDonalds on Kylemore Road in Inchicore recently did a ton of renovations, including putting in a kids play area.  To celebrate their reopening, they are offering 6 McNuggets for 99c – but the offer is on […]

10 years ago

With the dreaded V-Day fast approaching, you may be wondering to yourself “how do I impress my boyfriend/girlfriend?” Everyone knows that just going out to dinner is boring. What you want is something a little bit different, perhaps something that’s not even technically on Valentine’s Day. We’ve got you covered. 1. Go to the movies […]

10 years ago

While some people are porridge-averse, it has a lot of things going for it. It’s nice and warm, perfect for these winter mornings. It’s healthy, and will keep you fuller for a lot longer than your average bowl of cereal. You can also mix and match toppings to go with it, like honey, apple, cinnamon and […]

10 years ago