The Old Storehouse Bar and Restaurant

Decent pub food but nothing to brag about. Irish lamb stew was comforting and warming for a cold night. Apple slice was disappointing…served ambient; it was soggy and overly sweet yet with little flavour. Service was fast and efficient but missed the warm Irish hospitality. Music was great though!

From the outside it looked quite empty, but once we went inside it was actually very lively. There was live music and the traditional local food was great. Overall, it was a really nice first pub experience for us – our first pub in Dublin. We would definitely recommend it.

Amazing food and service! I was skeptical since this restaurant is at a tourist trap location but after having dinner there I can say it is absolutely worth the wait. The food was incredibly authentic and tasted delicious. This is now one of my favorite restaurants for authentic Irish food.

A must-stop on your trip to Dublin and the Temple Bar area - If you're looking for less of a crowd, we went at lunchtime during the week and had great luck getting a table quickly. The atmosphere and staff were lovely. When we went, it was December so they were decorated for Christmas which added a really nice touch as well. We had the Cottage Pie, Lamb Stew, and Guinness 0.0s - All were delicious and the perfect lunch on a chilly rainy day!

If you’re looking for a classic Irish meal in a historic pub give this place a try. The Shepards pie and Guinness stew were fantastic and the bar itself has fantastic vibes. Will definitely be back next time we’re in Dublin.

Such a nice place. We arrived 15 minutes before the kitchen closed, and they still served us without any complaints. The food was very good, and it felt like a great Irish experience. The absolute highlight of the night was the AMAZING performance by Jake Suleman, he left both me and my colleague with our mouths wide open. This man has insane talent, and thanks to him, the restaurant had an incredible atmosphere.

When you enter the place, it’s crowded so we expected that it was good. They were about to close the kitchen and we could order fast. When we asked to be seated at our preferred table, a man answered that it was not allowed because they will need to clean more.. which is not professional hospitality in my opinion, we were only 3 and I don’t think it would have been a big issue to sit on 6 persons table instead of 4… We were excited to try their seafood soup, but I don’t recommend the seafood soup, it’s very salty and thick.

Lovely experience, very busy with a real alive atmosphere. Had to wait a little while to be seated for food. Was very loud in there while eating because of the live music but the music gave a great atmosphere. Food was good, cottage pie full of flavour

We visited The Old Storehouse during our time in Dublin and loved it! I wanted a pub environment with local Irish music and The Storehouse did not disappoint. Really talented musicians graced both the upper and lower levels and one of the waitresses performed Irish dances throughout the evening. So fun!!

My husband and I had so much fun here! We ended up here after bar hopping throughout Temple Bar district and we ended up staying here the longest. They had an amazing performer who was doing all the amazing cover hits that I could've dreamed of. We got there around 8:30, so it was still pretty early and easy to find seats. As the night progressed, it did get a bit harder to find seats, so I'd recommend to come early. Since we already ate, we only came for the vibes. We ordered a Whiskey soda and beer and enjoyed amazing entertainment. Highly recommend this place in the Temple Bar district if you're looking for drinks and sing a longs!

This was our 4th and final pub stop on our first night in Dublin. The Old Storehouse was great! A crowded pub filled with locals and tourists. Live music by Sean Coffey was incredible. We sat at a high top in front of the bar and a group of locals asked if they could join us. We had the best time! They even dug out some tequila for this Florida girl. Highly recommend!

This was probably the most disappointing meal of our trip, but it wasn't BAD. Just mediocre. Granted, this is a place located in Temple Bar, so it's going to be more touristy and loud. I had a vegan meal, while my partner had a non-vegan meal and we were both pretty "meh" about our options. This may be a better place for you to stop by if you aren't vegan, enjoy loud environments with entertainment, and want a bar experience.

Yum yum yum! It was our first stop when we landed in Dublin and it was for sure the right choice! It was the best fish and chips we had on our trip as well as the best bangers and mash I have ever had! It was in a prime location, among all of the quintestial Dublin spots but it wasn't overly crowded with tourists! There was live music when we went that was great as well!

March 2024 visit - This was our very 1st meal after arriving in Dublin, we were starving for a late lunch so we took an Uber here from the Gibson Hotel. We wanted to experience a traditional Irish pub with great vibes with good music and The Old Storehouse delivers. Downstairs is a bar and upstairs is where you can sit down for a meal. Hubby and I shared a seafood chowder, Guinness stew, a side order of vegetables, and a cheesy garlic bread. The Guinness stew was quite salty but it worked out perfectly with all our side dishes. We did visit during an odd hour of 3pm, but service was prompt and friendly. Our tummies were happy and full, then off we went sightseeing in the area.

Great spot for a pint or three. Prices are Teple Var but the beer is fresh and the bar staff amazing. Love music and great crowd makes for a fun night.

Great pub food. We had the burger and the Irish stew which was excellent. Lively bar scene downstairs and dining upstairs.

The Old Storehouse is a restaurant next to Leo Burdock and across the street from The Bad Ass Cafe. The food is great, but dining space is pretty cramped (especially if sporting events are on). It's pretty hard to get a table on the weekend so would recommend getting there early to secure a spot.

Traditional Irish food with live music in the background, can't be beat! Wait staff was wonderfully friendly and food was incredible. Definitely recommend for a traditional Irish meal and pint of Guinness while you're in town!

What a great first night in Dublin but to find a random place for dinner and not knowing what to expect - it turned into a night of entertainment. My waitress was quick to get me a seat where I could enjoy the entertainment- not knowing what it was. I just saw two guys on stage setting up and the restaurant slowly filling up. I have my beer, wings, and tequila I'm good to go. The musicians duo sounded good doing a mix of cover songs and old Irish favorites (I'm guessing) and then all of a sudden here's this young girl who jumps on stage and started doing some epic step dancing. How cool is that. I ended staying to have a few more drinks and decided to call it a night. Definitely pop in here if you're looking for somewhere to relax, enjoy some food and get entertained and the service great. I hope you have a great experience as I did! Njoy!

Some of the best/most comforting food we had while in Dublin. We were exploring Temple Bar and had just arrived in Dublin and wanted to try Irish cuisine and get out of the November cold and wind. We lucked out snagging a table upstairs while there was also live music playing. It was Top 40 hits from 80's/90's/now and the band was really talented. We swayed and sang in our seats while we awaited our Guinness and took in the warm wood and nostalgia decor. The vibes were quintessential "Irish pub" and the service friendly. In addition to the Guinness (it really is better in Ireland), we ordered: Onion Rings: served with ranch. They were good. Nothing super special, but well-cooked. Bangers and Mash: pork sausages and creamy mash served with gravy. That gravy is incredible. We could happily swim in it. Sausage well-seasoned and the potatoes creamy and flavorful. Irish Cottage Pie: ground beef, veggies, and topped with mashed potatoes and served with more veggies. The meat was a tad salty, but the mixture of textures and flavors were great. My favorite part was the root veggies. They were so tasty, perfect amount of crunch, and the herbs chosen were great. We would definitely make a stop here again and would try and get a seat downstairs during live music.

The food was great but it was a wait to be seated. Everyone around us who was seated after us received their food before we did. They had a great musician so we were at least entertained while we waited. The food was good. Loved the Guinness and beef pie.

Went and looked up this spot then sought it out for our first evening in Dublin. I had to try the traditional Irish Pie which was hearty and delicious. This was the solid foundation needed for all the pints yet to be consumed. Had a bit of my buddies Bangers and Mash and I must say the gravy was phenomenal. When in Dublin I recommend making The Old Storehouse a must visit!

Trying to find the most fun in Temple bar is like trying to find the best jazz on Bourbon street. When we stopped by the musician was talented and playing great games with the crowds. Folks had to guess the music and were encouraged to sing along. A wonderful time.

We stopped in for a late dinner around 9pm and the ambiance was 10/10. They had live music going and everyone was upbeat and singing along. The service was pretty good as well. We did have to flag the waiter down once or twice because once he brought the food he didn't check on us again to see if we had everything we needed. Also didn't ask us for a second round of drinks. The food itself was pretty tasty. We had the vegan burger with chips, the Irish cottage pie, the beef casserole and the spicy chicken wings with chips. The chips in both dishes were cooked properly and even a little crispy, which we enjoyed. The burger was pretty tasty and we appreciated that they had a vegan menu. The beef casserole, recommended by the waiter, was just alright. It lacked in flavor a bit and visually wasn't very appealing. The wings were tasty and the cottage pie was really good as well.

Great place to hear traditional Irish music while having a nice hearty Irish meal. We sat upstairs and could hear the music just fine. Crowded, and this is the "off season". Would recommend to pop in and just have a pint, or two!!

After lunch we decided we would go for a walk back to the Temple Bar area. We had seen the bar across the street and we walked in but it was pretty busy and standing room only. We decided to stroll across the street into The Old Storehouse. They had live music here too and while the crowd was slightly more hidden from the front door, it was just as busy at TOS. Because it is larger and has more open spaces, there was more seating area. We started outside because the upstairs was more restaurant space and we just wanted to have drinks. The outside patio area had a TV but you could still hear the singer. It has a covered open feel so you could see and hear the rain but we were kept dry. After 3-4 hours, we decided to go back upstairs and share a few dishes. So we did what every tourist should do, we ordered the Guinness Stew, Bangers and Mash and there Cottage Pie [when in Rome]. All were extremely delicious and the portions were a good size. The Guinness Stew created a great conversation because two of the guests thought that this was better than the other famous place we went to for their famous Guinness Beef Stew. We also shared a Baily's cheesecake with the ice cream. Glad the place across the street had no seating area, we were very happy to be here.

Great place for food and music. Sometimes there is a girl dancing on the bar similar to River Dance style. Shawn plays there a lot and we like to hear him play. One of my favorites.

Just off the main strip, not a bad place. It was quite crowded the night we went, but we got lucky and found a table. The food was good and the service was attentive. Definitely worth a visit.

The Old Storehouse has 2 floors. The top floor is for dining. The service is both professional and quick. The waitress ensured I can order my drinks promptly upon seating which is much appreciated. The lamb stew, resembling more of a soup, contained barley, celery, and carrots, which suited my preference. The seafood soup with soda bread had smoked salmon, a unique touch considering that other places use different fish. It was busy and the place was hot but the staff did eventually turn on the air conditioning. In Ireland, the tax rate is 23%, and unlike New York, you have the choice to give a 10% tip without feeling obligated. Additionally, the live music adds to the overall experience.

Great local faire. We ordered the fish and chips and the meat pie and both were fantastic and came out quickly. Live music and dark Irish pub atmosphere was the perfect spot for lunch/ dinner.

Not a bad place to have a drink and enjoy live music. The bar is on the middle floor, the upper and lower floor were being used for dining. But it also allowed you to find a quiet corner to talk. Tables were hard to come by when we were there.

Busy place - had to wait for a table. I got seafood chowda - Excellent. Better than I get back home in New England. Fish n chips was excellent too. I ate too much. Next time I'll just get a big bowl of seafood stew. Friend got mussels. Looked really good, and she's still talking about them. This is a week later. Have to mention the entertainment - It was some guy with a guitar and he had the whole place singing snd syncing. And we were in a room where we couldn't even see him but they piped the music in. The guy was awesome. Wish I knew his name. Great food, great music, I'll be back!

Well, they want ordered a Jamison, they had glasses with a fill level on them for one shot which I've never seen before and they don't even have it filled to that level, cheap doesn't even explain when this place I had to ask on the third one to fill to the fill line at least! Not like it's imported

What a lovely place, if you are visiting Dublin make sure to stop by here. Live music everyday starting at 4:30 pm, food and service are very good, fun ambience. I tried to come here one day at 7:00 pm, I couldn't even pass trough the main door,it was extremely crowded, but I tried it again the next day at 4:30 pm and I was able to get a table, make sure to come early if you want to eat and enjoy some music I highly recommend this place.

Great location but food was mediocre and took forever once we ordered. Burger and steak were over cooked. Fish and chips were Overly breaded. Music downstairs was great. When you saw the staff they were friendly.

The food is great but the service from the bartender with a nose ring and arm tattoos was horrible. She was absolutely rude and ruined our entire experience. I would recommend staying away

Food came out promptly . Not sure why they get such great ratings . The Fish tasted old / had a stale taste . Music was awesome.

Great exhibits, well laid out. Just wish there were employees to answer questions or even the option for a guided tour vs self guided. I like listening to locals :)

Spent way to long at this pub with my good friend Andrew. Had close to 10 Guinesses each by the time we were done. Highly recommend the onion rings, some of the best I've ever had.

Been going to the pub for over 10 years and it has always been ok. Had probably the worse experience today - they got the order for the child wrong two times, second time we didn't send it back. The waiting between the starters and the main course was around 50 mins. The main complaint was about my husband's main course - there were tons of mushrooms in the beef Guinness stew, barely any beef at all. When I mentioned that I was told by the manager that mushrooms were vegetables. She never apologized for any of that, was overall rude and very unpleasant. the whole lunch was a disappointment that's costed nearly €100

Trying to pick a restaurant in Dublin square is a hard choice. Everything has delicious dishes, but we were looking for live music as well. We ended up at the Old Storehouse, a bit hesitant since the outside looks very gimmicky, but inside they are a quaint pub. They have multiple dining areas; we grabbed a barrel in the downstairs music stage area. The music was modern-not Irish, but we still enjoyed it! Our waitress was wonderfully friendly. She heard us debating about what food to order-and made fantastic recommendations. I settled on the Beef Casserole, and my hubby the Seafood Chowder. The beef casserole was MASSIVE-it could definitely be shared with two, but I was hungry so I conquered it all! I felt like the meat was never ending, as I found more pieces under the potatoes. The seafood chowder had large chunks of fresh seafood choices, with warm fresh soda bread on the side (my favorite part). This is a great stop. Simply delicious food, great prices, nice area to hang out, and lots of ale choices!

Great little pub in temple bar area. Pints go for about 7€ and there are a few bars and tables to eat at on multiple levels. They have TVs that have futbol playing all day and the staff is nice and friendly. Nice dark Irish traditional pub with music daily. Want to get away from the "temple bar" itself, this is the place! More locals than tourists

I walked in this pub on a week day and it was much less crowded than the other pubs in the area. This pub was one of those that had live music, and that was a plus. The pub was spacious, so it was easy to watch the live music while enjoying my dinner. I sat at the bar and ordered Sirloin Steak & Chips with a pint of Guiness beer. The steak came out without any sauce, but still it was very flavorful. The meat was very beefy, probaby because it was dry-aged. The chewyness was just right. The chips and onion rings were delicious too.

We wanted to skip the overpriced, busy Temple Bar and this place was right around the corner on a quieter street. The live music was a wonderful element and the staff was friendly. I loved the cottage pie and my husband really enjoyed the steak. We loved the place so much we stopped by once more before we left Dublin.

This pub is a great spot for socializing, mixing, mingling, singing, eating, and drinking. What fun we had! We headed in on a Saturday night, and the place was hopping with live entertainment and many, many customers. We were able to get the attention of a server right away, who took us up to a great cozy table for two. The food was delicious, and was definitely a few steps above "standard pub fare". I had a Kale Caesar and gave it two thumbs up. My husband had the Beer Battered Fish and Chips, and he was very, very happy with his choice. Paired our meal with white wines, and finished with espresso and Chocolate Pudding. Everything was great. It seemed that the diners at the tables around us were all in great spirits and having fun. Everything was quite enjoyable, and the live music was terrific. All together we paid 60.25 Euros, plus tip, and felt it was very worth it.

Had so much fun. Went to visit for a BDay celebration. Great place. Great atmosphere. Awesome staff. Would definitely go back.

Came here after a friends recommended it 3 times. Felt like a sea of tourist and nothing to authentic about here

Was a pretty good meal! I'd say we preferred the casserole over the cottage pie! Wish there was more of a gravy on the pie

This was the 2nd pub dinner we had in Dublin. The ambience was energetic with good vibe. There was a musician entertaining us with songs from the 80's. I wasn't too hungry so I only ordered a side of soda bread which ended up being stale. Having eyed my Guinness beef stew last night, hubby ordered this tonight. The beef was so tender! There was a lot of beef in the dish but it was all completely gone! Bottom line: get the Guinness beef stew; skip the soda bread.

Drinks: 5/5 Service: 4/5 Cleanliness: 4/5 Decor & Style: 5/5 The Old Storehouse is a very lively pub to hang out in the middle of Dubby. Good music, lots of beer, and a very fun environment. I recommend anyone to come here if they are touristing Dublin. When it gets crowded service will slow down as expected. I came here twice during my stay in Dublin, once in a non-busy relaxed time, and once in the evening. Both are recommended! One of my fav. pubs here. I did not try the food though so I can't rate the food! In fact, I just realized I've only drank while in Dublin (lol).

There are so many places to go in Dublin. You could be there 6 months and not have been to them all. It is always hard to choose. The Old Storefront Bar is not only a great time, the food is wonderful. It is a beautiful older building in Temple Bar. There are 3 floors (2.5 really). Live music is played almost nightly and one floor has TVs for games etc. There is more than one bar. There are many places to choose from when grabbing a table. The restrooms are on the bottom floor, if I recall. The service is wonderful and as is typical of Ireland, kind and simply sweet. They go out of their way to make you happy, be you a tourist or a local. We just love this place. The Irish Stew and the Bangers and Mash are some of the best we have ever had. Also, they have a salmon dish that is just perfection. If you want great burgers they have that as well. You can spend a little or quite a bit depending on what you order. There is something for everyone. You will love this place.

Loved our time in Ireland and dinner there! Can't wait to go back again! Highly recommend

Delicious! One of our favorite restaurants we went to in Dublin. Wish I had pics. I recommend the fish and chips and the wings. Wow!! Just bring your appetite.

This place was INCREDIBLE! Came here for my first night in Dublin, and I couldn't have asked for a better place to be introduced to the vibe of this city. Got seated upstairs for dinner and ordered the cottage pie, seafood chowder, and haddock and chips. Everything was excellent, especially the haddock (perfectly fried) and pie (came with a side of deliciously sweet carrots too). As we were on our way out, a woman standing right next to us just started to dance to the live musicians, which was such a fun thing to experience!

The Old Storehouse was an amazing Irish pub experience. I was looking for another pub for dinner for my last night in Dublin, and the Old Storehouse came up when I was looking online. From the outside it does look like another normal pub which was perfectly fine with me, we were at the door at around 5 and were seated immediately. The Old Storehouse already had plenty of customers but it wasn't too loud or crowded. One of the bartenders directed us towards where the restaurant section was, and all of the bartenders and servers were incredibly friendly and helpful. I ordered the Cottage Pie and it was delicious. At first I thought it would be too small just from looking at it (also because I was super hungry at the time), but don't worry it was very heavy and filling, and exactly what I was looking for. The mashed potatoes on top were cooked perfectly, not too buttery, and just a little crispy. The meat filling was delicious and so were the vegetables though I only noticed peas and onions with the beef. Halfway through our meal the live music performance began, and the Old Storehouse has live music every night. The performer was a guitar player playing covers of Irish songs and it definitely contributed greatly to the atmosphere and made our meal even more enjoyable. The Old Storehouse was my favorite pub in Dublin so far, everything from the food to the service to the music was top notch and I plan on visiting again next time I am in the city.

On our first day in Dublin, my sister wanted to eat lunch in the Temple Bar area of Dublin. Had read great things about The Old Storehouse and so glad we decided to eat here. We split The Traditional Beef and Guinness Casserole. It was plenty for the both of us to share, and it was absolutely delicious. Probably my favorite meal in all of Ireland.

Good meal! I would've given it 5 stars, but my friend didn't love her fish and chips like I loved mine. We ordered the fish and chips and the Irish beef stew. I loved the stew, though it was heavy, and was full midway through eating it. She said her meal was a bit greasy and heavy, but enjoyed it nonetheless. The prices were fair, portions huge, and service was good and fast. Would recommend.

Stumbled across this wonderful pub on our first night in Ireland and it was wonderful! It feels like a true Irish bar with live Irish music 7 days a week. The Guinness casserole with beef and mushrooms was amazing! The meat was tender and the mashed potatoes on top were delicious. The service was also amazing. Our waiter gave us great service and recommendations on where else we should go during our stay. If you find yourself in Dublin make sure to stop here for a beer and live music at the very least !