This is a marvellous maritime museum - the right mix of exhibits and stories, covering a wide range of maritime topics. Very warm welcome and introduction to the space and then we spent about 2 hours wandering the exhibits. The lighthouse lens is very impressive and there is a great collection of ship models.

Just visited the National Maritime Museum of Ireland on my own — and honestly, I didn’t expect to be so drawn in. Housed inside a beautiful old church, the atmosphere alone is worth the visit. But what truly surprised me was how alive everything felt — sea life, history, shipwrecks, navigation, lighthouses — all told through immersive, interactive displays. There’s a quiet magic in walking through maritime history beneath stained glass windows. The huge lighthouse lens and the Titanic stories really stood out for me, and the recreated radio room felt like stepping onto a ship mid-voyage. It’s clearly designed to engage both adults and kids — I kept thinking how much children would love it here. It’s educational, visual, and full of little discoveries around every corner. A hidden gem. Peaceful, fascinating, and definitely worth visiting — especially with kids.

Lovely friendly museum Nicely laid out and plenty of variety in the exhibits, which are very clearly described. I would certainly visit again.

The museum is in an old church and the stained glass contributes to a bright pleasing atmosphere. We spent 6 Euros each (seniors) for what was called a self-guided tour, but a lady took us around to tell us stories about the replicas and artifacts. Well worth it.

Nice place to visit in Dun Laoghaire ... a complit history of of Dun Laoghaire and Dublin - Irland marin life is displayed in this museum since 1834 ... all types of boats and marin equipment's are kept in the museum ... it takes one and half hours to see the museum ... staff is very cooperative ... nice place to visit with family and friends

Good museum we got late & didn't have tickets but yet they obliged & allowed us.

A simple and nice museum. A relaxing visit, lots of helpful information. The staff is very kind. Inside is such a nice place for children, they can color or play with the toys in there, so the parents can enjoy around.

A beautiful park especially at night and when you have it all to yourself, of course in the day time you can enjoy the flowers, sea views and the weekend market, a super park with stunning surroundings, cheers

The park is nice, the playground is good. But the park closes and doesn’t open until a random time each morning. The park often gets lots of rubbish in it, especially on weekend market days. The fountains probably need more regular cleaning as well. But when the park is good it is very good.

Very nice place ... Dun Laoghaire bay or harber area ... nice place to have a walk upto light house ... very clean area with fresh air from sea ... can have a coffee at small coffee stall ... nice place to visit with family and friends for evening and morning walk

​"To stop your brain from doing Olympic-level worrying, go do a few rounds of 'Gotta Get Out' walking. Consider it a mood-calming workout. P.S. Don't forget to set the official Child Containment Timer before you ditch out!" 😀

Lovely place to stop off and just relax on a bench. The cafe has a lovely terrace overlooking the gardens with a good few seats available. The fountain is relaxing to just sit at. Really good place for strolls with a baby - it’s not a large place but enough area to walk through or sit on the grass if you have toddlers. The play area is great too - lots of entertainment for kids. Grab a coffee or treat at the cafe and then let the kids play. Area is well kept and some beautiful plants and trees to view. The fountain put baby to sleep and kept her asleep for a bit while being tucked.

All a Town park needs to be: has 2 fountains, a playground, a toilet, a cafe, lovely old trees, view to the infinite sea, weekend events and markets. I love coming here. Small but local and with history.

People’s Park is a beautiful place! It offers colorful flowers, beautiful scenery, a relaxing pond, a tearoom, and a variety of wildlife. It’s great for birdwatching. Not only that, but it’s also a lovely place to sit down and relax. I’d highly recommend this park, as it’s gorgeous!

Staff friendly and helpful. The theater is not a big place, so, you can watch the play very close. I highly recommend the place

While I appreciate the programming at the Pavilion Theatre in Dún Laoghaire, I was genuinely disappointed by the current ticket return policy. For a sold-out show like 'Krapp's Last Tape,' I was unable to have my extra ticket re-listed online, instead being told it would go on a waiting list. On the night, I saw people turn away due to 'Sold Out' signs outside, while inside, there were noticeably empty seats, including the one I had returned. This seems like a missed opportunity for the theatre and an inconvenience for patrons. I would strongly suggest implementing an online re-selling option for returned tickets and ensuring 'Sold Out' signs can reflect when returns are available, as this would greatly improve the overall experience. On the evening of this show there was a cruise ship in Dun Laoghire with over 3,500 passengers on it, I'm sure some of these people would have loved to have seen this show by such a famous playwright and featuring such a famous actor, however without offering online bookings for last minute sales / returns they would be unaware that there were tickets available. This theatre should rethink how they deal with late ticket returns. Although 54 hours before a show isn't so late for a sold out show.

Excellent theatre with great range of programmes to sit all tastes. Consult program on website. Seats in central area excellent. Seats a sides not so comfortable. Accessable by DART and public transport. Excellent volunteer staff! Small bar for wine, beer and coffee.

Somehow my review got mixed up with a review I did a few days later after my last visit to Pavilion Theatre,so it came up as a review for a kebab restaurant in Bodrum,Turkey.However,I was indeed in the Pavilion at the Albert Lee gig.it was a wonderful night,as it always is in the theatre.seats are comfortable,the theatre is an excellent venue,the staff are very friendly,and the shows are always reasonably priced.no doubt I will be back many more times in the future.😊

We attended the show for toddlers and it was just awesome. It's great to have such place for families to visit, everyone can find something great for himself

Well located Modern venue on 1st level of Dun Laoighaire SC, clean facilities and friendly staff. Across from Dart station and pier. Accessable by steps or ramp beside popular pub. I enjoyed my evening there. Recommended

Lovely show, lovely staff. Amazing atmosphere, would recommend. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Great little trip! Would highly recommend taking one of the cruises they offer, I took the dun Laoghaire to howth one and got great views of the coast. The boats are clean, spacious and have a bar and toilets. Not very expensive either so definitely worth a trip to see the coast from a different view.

Had a great trip from Dun Laoire to Howth. Highly recommend this company. Staff are all lovely. My daughter won our trip in an online father's day competition in 2023 and they had no problem honoring the prize. Thanks a million

Totally unplanned, spontaneous and a last-minute decision turned out to be a beautiful and memorable experience for my grandmom and me. We stumbled upon Dublin Bay Cruises on a lovely summer Saturday morning. The weather, the blue sky, even the breeze were perfect. Without a ticket booked in advance, we asked by a few crew members to wait until all the pre-booked passengers boarded, to see if there were any places available. Luckily, we were accommodated with two seats next to the control cabin and a space for my grandmom’s wheelchair. The crew members were all very helpful and friendly. The cruise itself was about an hour long (EUR 28/person). Since it’s a sea cruise rather than a river one, the price felt fair considering the experience. Along the way, we listened to interesting live commentary about Dublin Harbour, the Poolbeg Chimneys, and the local folklore, including the story of the giant who is said to be resting at Howth Head. The views were spectacular with the wide open Dublin Bay, Bull Island, Dalkey Island, and Howth cliffs all looked perfect against the clear blue skies. The feeling of being in the middle of the sea, embraced by the colours of the ocean and the sky, with fresh sea breezes on our faces, is something my grandmom and I, we will remember for a long time. For my grandmom, who mostly spent time indoors, this turned out to be an unexpectedly joyful experience, serene, accessible, and full of beauty.

Really enjoyed our trip from Dun Laoghaire to Howth. Paid €28 for a single ticket when we boarded and with the receipt we were allowed to buy a Dart ticket for just €2 ( didn’t try it tho’) We had great weather and gentle ride. The journey gave us the opportunity to view the Howth Peninsula from another perspective. The crew were very polite & welcoming, the boat was spotless Added bonus was the sight of 3 bottlenose dolphins near The Bailey lighthouse

Definitely worth a trip from Dun Laoghaire to Howth and return (weekends only). Friendly staff and good guide with a wicked sense of humour. Well stocked bar including all drinks and snacks. Comfortable seating on upper and lower decks and lots of standing space.

Took cruise from Dublin to Dun Laoghaire and then on to Howth. Great day out. To see a different part of wider Dublin. Returned to Dublin via the Dart from Howth. Even saw seals on Howth harbour

An absolutely wonderful trip. A big thank you to the staff member who looked after us when things got a bit choppy and kept our safety a priority at all times. We loved every minute of it! Thank you.

I recently dined at this restaurant, and overall, it was a good experience. For starters, I had the French onion soup, which was quite good, and the shrimp appetizer was also well-prepared. However, I was a bit disappointed with the beef bourguignon. The meat was drier than I expected and rather stringy, which took away from the usual rich, tender texture of this classic dish. That said, the sides—both the fries and the mashed potatoes—were excellent. While not perfect, the meal had some highlights, and I’d consider returning to try other dishes.

Very elegant and clean restaurant. The stuff very professional and very attentive. I ordered amazing wine, sparkling water which both were served to my glass. I recommend the onion soup as a starter. They were very kind to ask me if i am finished with my soup to bring my main plate. Linguine with shrimps. Best cooked and fresh shrimp i ever had, cleaned from their back (the intestine). For dessert i ordered the salted caramel fondant with half the amount of ice cream for personal reasons. I did make a reservation 3 hours before just to be sure. I highly recommend this restaurant! Thank you!

Visiting my friend who lives here and we hadn’t tried this place before. We sat at the bar and had some dinner. I had crispy buffalo wings with a blue cheese sauce then the gnocchi for my main and it was so tasty. Bar staff were professional and efficient with service, couldn’t fault them. Will come back again for dinner. Recommend.

Spent my birthday lunch here alone on a wednesday and everything went very well. I was seated to a dark corner initially but as more customers came in and seated to the tables next to me, they decided to turn on the lights at last. Service was excellent and food was served promptly. I dont drink alcohol so i got the non-alcoholic cocktails and they were surprisingly good. The food was delicious as well and I really enjoyed everything i ordered. I would definitely recommend to friends and I would definitely come back.

Amazing place! I had the fresh oysters and the tuna tartare, both were incredibly fresh and flavorful. I sat outside, and it was very comfortable thanks to the shade and the attentive staff. The atmosphere was beautiful, with lots of lavender, bees, and birds. It felt so nice to be surrounded by nature near the coast. I definitely recommend it!

It's been too long since we have been here last so an event in the theatre next door was the ideal opportunity to go again. We got traffic on our way to the restaurant so phoned to say we were running late. Arrived to be whisked to our our table seamlessly that showed good old fashioned proper hospitality is still alive. Colouring pencils for the the little person straight away and making sure her pasta arrived first but done in a way to make her feel like a third adult and not a child. Our waiter was amazing, figured out we had a show to go to and made sure to communicate with the kitchen to get food out. My Tuna Niçoise salad had a proper tuna steak cooked perfectly. I could have been in the south of France. Overall, we just couldn't fault Caspers and will be back just more quickly than before.

I came here spontaneously with my friend and we both loved the restaurant. Amazing food, authentic ambience and very kind servers. We can only recommend!!!

Attended a gig here for the first time on Sunday 13th July. Great venue very enjoyable only issue was the non availability of some beers and the running out of 2nd choice beers. Went down stairs after the gig for food and all beers were available. Anna was our server and did an excellent job. Service was quick and friendly. The food was very good and tasty. Would recommend. Very close to the DART station so very convenient to get to.

We often come here due to the fantastic service, high quality meals and value for money as the food meets expectations every time. The chefs in this restaurant are really good at their job and the service from staff is always top notch. Would absolutely recommend this place for a really nice meal and a good atmosphere, plus the odd bit of live music makes it a 10/10 spot for a lunch, dinner or cheeky drink. We will be back 😌

Stumbled on this amazing little gem down by the harbor. Friendly atmosphere and excellent servers that go the extra to elevate your visit. The food was amazing with top notch flavors, wine pairing, selection and quality. Definitely a stop to add.

Outstanding from start to finish! The Purty Kitchen nails flavour, service, and atmosphere. Juicy buffalo wings, melt-in-the-mouth fish & chips, and a rare steak sandwich packed with garlic aioli, smoky tobacco onions, and pepper sauce were unforgettable. Friendly, knowledgeable staff and a cosy yet airy setting make this a Dún Laoghaire must visit!

Had a lovely evening at Purty Kitchen. The staff went above and beyond to make sure our experience was the best from start to finish. Everyone was so welcoming and attentive, the atmosphere was cosy, the food was delicious, and the service really made the whole evening feel special. Highly recommend — we’ll definitely be back!

Was looking for a Sunday Roast in Dun Laoghaire. We discovered the Purty Kitchen and got a Sunday Roast++. Beautiful restaurant, loved the decor and mood. The food was just excellent, my wife's cocktail was excellent. Everything was presented beautifully. However, the staff are beyond excellent, which really made for a great experience. Probably had 5 different people serve us, check in on us etc, every one really warm, friendly and funny. They all seemed genuinely interested in us. I can't really say enough about them, but a very warm Thank You... you made our day great!

Excellent food in a reasonable price scale although size wise portions could be bigger 😅 Service was excellent with really friendly hostess and manager checking on the table to make sure we are happy. Food was ready quick. Atmosphere wise - quiet so conversation was not a problem, delicate lighting, comfortable and elegant. I can highly recommend The Purty Kitchen to anyone looking for good food and place to spend time with family and friends.

Absolutely loved our meal at Delhi Rasoi! The chana masala was honestly one of the best I’ve ever had — perfectly spiced and so flavourful. The staff were incredibly helpful and made sure all our vegan and gluten-free requests were fully catered for, which we really appreciated. Great service, delicious food, and a lovely atmosphere. Looking forward to going back soon!

Visited this place after lot of recommendation on a Saturday evening. The place is nice and warm and food taste was very good with right amount of spice level. But, issue is with the quantity. Dishes like Vegetable Biriyani, North India curries which are priced at minimum €15+ and quantity is not even sufficient for 1 person. Taste wise very good but quantity wise it's absolutely a loot ans not worth the price.

We went here to celebrate our daughter's birthday. She loves Indian food and Delhi Rasoi Indian serves only the best Indian food! We shared the mixed starter platter - for four it was perfect, onion bhaji, shish kebab, aloo tikki, chicken tikka along with mint and mango dips. The main courses were soo good. I had butter chicken with garlic naan, like heaven on your tongue. They gave my daughter a treat because of her birthday (we only told them when we were at the table). Honestly it was gorgeous food with great service! We will be back! ❤️❤️❤️

Visited this place recently for a dine-in after a lot of my friends suggesting it for quite some time. I have to say I’m impressed. The food was authentic and yum. The ambiance was good, the place was well kept and the staff was very kind and gentle. I especially like the paneer korma, and the kulfi. The Biriyani, though not the best I’ve tasted in Ireland, was surely a good one. The prices are on the higher end.

The absolute best Indian food I’ve ever had!! Very authentic, perfect spices and so tasty. Really kind staff. Great for dine-in or takeaway. A real treat

One of the few places in Dublin where you can find better Indian food. They have good quality naan and good mushroom preparation. The veg biryani was bit of a disappointment as it had broccoli and it didn’t go well with the preparation. It’s a small restaurant and the manager seemed very helpful with the recommendations.

We went to Delhi rasoi to celebrate a friend's birthday. We ordered their starters to begin with. They were seekh kebabs, paneer masala. We were also offered poppadoms and two chutneys to compliment the poppadoms. For the main course we ordered lacha parathas, garlic breads, Malai kofta, amritsari chicken and dal makkhani. All the meals were delicious and there was no meal that was left over. The overall food experience and the ambience was great. They deserve the five stars! Since it was my friend's birthday, she was also served a complimentary gulab jamun and all the staff, friends and people from the next table celebrated and sung birthday song for my friend. It was so lovely! The staff were very kind and sweet to us. They take care of the customers really well. If you are craving some delicious Indian food while taking care of your monetary pocket - you should definitely visit Delhi Rasoi. Please see the photos to relate to my story and enjoy the food visual and go visit this place.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Amazing Neapolitan pizza in Dublin! Zero Zero Pizza in Dún Laoghaire is hands down one of the best pizza spots I’ve tried in Ireland. The dough is light, airy, and perfectly charred, just like in Naples. The Margherita D.O.P. is simple but absolutely delicious, and the Gorgonzola & Walnut white pizza was a surprising favourite—creamy, nutty, and so flavourful! The place has a cosy, rustic vibe, and the staff are friendly. It gets busy, so I’d recommend booking ahead. If you’re a pizza lover, this spot is a must-visit! 🍕🔥

Really tasty pizza here. We got several to try and couldn't fault any of them. Staff were polite and attentive. Two pizzas came out over 5 to 10 minutes before the others, which wasn't great as we were waiting until everyone had been served before eating. But apart from this, everything was great. Dips are pricey at €2.50, house wine €8 per glass. Pizzas range from €17 to €20 for 12"

Small cozy place with lovely staff, very warm and relaxing atmosphere. Pizza was really good ,pizza dough really top range and all ingredients so tasty.amazing.

We had really nice pizzas here and were served by very friendly staff. Highly recommend to all pizza fans!

Had a good first experience. Quattro Formaggi was really good. The only offputting thing was the 10% service charge they added for a table of 2 that's mentioned nowhere. The prices on the menu also didn't include tax. I don't understand why an already expensive pizza joint would use such deceptive pricing practices.

I recently visited Zero Zero Wood Fire Pizza, hoping for a delightful pizza experience, but unfortunately, it fell short of expectations. The main issue was the dough, which is, after all, the foundation of any good pizza. While the service was decent and the ambiance pleasant enough, the disappointing burnt dough made it hard to fully appreciate the meal. Although acutely aware that my review is based on preference hope the establishment considers revisiting their dough preparation methods, as this could greatly improve their offerings. Until then, I’d hesitate to return or recommend to fellow pizza enthusiasts.

We arrived around 7.45 on a Thursday, there weren't any seats available. We ordered two pizzas and a coke for takeaway. It took about 25 mins. Our main issue was the service. Firstly, they forgot to give us the drink we had paid for. Then we walked all the way down to the seafront to find the pizzas weren't even cut. We returned to the premises to ask them to be cut, a poor effort was given in resolving the issue and no one apologized which would have been appreciated. Despite the poor service, we did enjoy the pizza and imagine it would better warm!

Good food with a decent selection of Italian dishes. Service is nice but needed to be flagged down several times. The Venison Rigatoni was the highlight of all the dishes

The food is worth it for the price it cost . Talking about service and staff ; all of them had a welcome and goodbye smile and gestures at top. Kudos to the whole team.The upstairs view and the ambience is lovely. Do visit this one if you love Italian food and need a picturesque view with sweet gestures.

We decided to give this restaurant another try as we haven't been in about 15 years and couldn't remember any reasons for not going back. Positives: - Nice table upstairs by the window (as requested) with great views of the sea front - Good service. The waiter was attentive and our food came out in good time. Negatives: - Quiet ambiance. - We had decided to have an early bird meal but had to ask the server for the menu when we sat down as we were only given the a la carte menu - Early bird menu appeared to be good value but we noticed a supplement of 3 euro to add a side to a main dish. The chicken portion was small and came with nothing else if you did not opt to pay for a side. A la Carte is expensive for what you get. I added prawns to a pizza and it cost 4.50 euro for 4 x prawns. I also opted for a side of seasonal veg at 7 euro and was extremely disappointed with a sad looking side plate of 2 x bits of brocolli, 3 x carrot sticks and a baby potato sliced in half. Not worth 7 euro. The desserts were also expensive at 9 euro. The restaurant food and service is good but I think that the food is overpriced for what you're getting and based on the pricing alone, I would not be likely to dine here again.

Food was really bad I'm sorry to say. Chicken tasted like stagnant water due to the bad quality parma ham inside.. Service very good especially when you send the food back. But they do not check back tables after serving which is so important to ask a customer If they are happy with the food. I had to call the waiter myself to send back a terrible dry hake. It was frozen for sure. And 28euro, terrible presentacion with 2 pieces of broccoli. Sad looking plate. Disappointing 70e spent... Would recommend getting some chefs in there that want to be there as the food tells me they have no interest! Unfortunately would not go back.

I recently visited Toscana to celebrate my husband’s birthday. After reading many reviews and spending time carefully choosing a spot for this special occasion, I had high hopes. The food did not disappoint, it was absolutely delicious and well worth the price. Unfortunately, the overall experience was let down by the service. Despite having a reservation, I was initially denied a perfectly good, empty table that wasn’t marked as reserved. Instead, we were seated in a less desirable corner of the restaurant. I had informed the waitress that it was a special occasion, but this was completely overlooked — no acknowledgment or effort was made to make it feel special, which was quite disappointing. Toscana may be a good option for a casual meal, but I wouldn’t recommend it for a special occasion. The food is lovely, but the lack of warmth and attentiveness in the service really took away from what should have been a memorable evening.

My partner and I had our anniversary dinner and it was so lovely. The space is beautiful with an amazing view over the sea. We shared an anti pasta platter to start, for mains we had the rigatoni with chicken and the fettuccine, and for dessert we had tiramisu. The food was delicious and fresh, and I cannot begin to describe how friendly, welcoming and attentive the staff were. They really made the evening feel special. I can’t wait to come back again!

Came for a work dinner. The food was INCREDIBLE! The appetiser were really good but the pizza was one of the best I’ve had! The service through the evening was impeccable. 100% recommended!