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#104 of 394 Bar in Dublin
#366 of 2,011 Restaurants in Dublin
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PRICE RANGE
£9 - £17
CUISINES
Irish, Bar, Pub, Gastropub
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
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0.3 miles from Saint Patrick's Cathedral
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago

I went there with a group of friends for lunxh and the barman was so rude that we left and will never return. It is a pity as we go for lunch once a week in the local area.

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 27 December 2023

Awfully rude bar staff, couldn’t wait to get us out quicker on stephens day, never felt so rushed out of a place before, told me and my friends to just revolut each other the money rather then splitting a bill for us, must have said...about 10 times they were closing trying to give us cups , definitely wouldn’t go back and neither would the large group of us there, talk about leaving a bad impression for a short period spent in this bar!More

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 24 December 2023

Before asking to be seated for a drink I asked to use the toilet. The person I spoke to who introduced himself as THE manager impolitely informed me that toilets were for customers only. When I told him I was just going to have a...seat and a drink he became confrontational and rudely told me he was not going to serve me. I politely asked why. His reply was, with an authoritative manner “because I decided to do so”, and as I insisted on knowing the reasons of his rejection he went on offending me and projecting aspects of his behavior on me, stating that my ask was abusive and aggressive. I am a foreigner and might not be aware of etiquette manners in use elsewhere, therefore I found his behavior insensitive and racist. A decent lady double the age of this guy, coming from abroad, being refused to have a seat and to use the toilet on a Xmas eve afternoon when it was pouring outside, is surely the worst service and the opposite of customers care that you would expect from a pub in the heart of Dublin. The place was empty and the guy was cleaning during opening hours, all but not customers focused. I was told in a threatening tone that if I wrote this review I would never be admitted in the place again. Well, I’m glad as I’m sure Irish spirit is everything but what shown me.More

Date of visit: December 2023
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David Tuohy, General Manager at Against the Grain, responded to this reviewResponded 30 December 2023

We at Against the Grain do not stand for any staff or customer alike been abused in any way. The reason the member of staff refused you from using the facilities was due to your abusive behaviour. Upon entering Against the Grain you demanded to...More

Reviewed 18 October 2023 via mobile

Went on a very busy Saturday night. The food was good but the service for drinks at the counter was poor. The staff behind the bar did not have a clue and were extremely slow albeit friendly. There are better pubs in Dublin.

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 16 June 2023

Venue has a great vibe, fantastic and large selection of craft beers, and excellent burgers. Also large selection of takeaway beers which was handy. The staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and helped get us hot water to warm up a bottle (they also made us feel...welcome despite our baby screaming for a bit). It also seemed very inclusive and welcoming to everyone. Highly recommend.More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 5 June 2023 via mobile

We went here because of all the non-alcoholic brews listed on their website. In reality they had like 3-4 available and none on draft. Pick it up guys, Guinness 0.0 is on draft elsewhere in Dublin. Disappointing. The pub food is competent and in no...way bad but it’s also in no way remarkable. In a town with a pub every 20 feet I think this was average.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 1 May 2023

This spot is well worth a visit, the wide ranging choice of beers is second to none, the food is good pub fare. Service was good and friendly and the background music was second to none....

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 26 August 2022 via mobile

Absolutely awful place, overpriced, filthy, unfriendly and inexperienced staff. Would definitely give this place a wide berth. Plenty of nice real bars close by

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed 5 June 2022 via mobile

The pub has a good vibe and selection - but the food was terrible (except some snacks). Worst burger in the last 5 year for sure.

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed 1 May 2022 via mobile

Lovely friendly staff who give great advice on the beers. Had our favourite beers from a trip round Ireland here. Pity we didnt find Galway beers in Galway!!

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed 3 April 2022 via mobile

Laid back pub with friendly staff and a good vibe. They do food as well. Not too busy or noisy and a good range of beers and ciders

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed 5 November 2021 via mobile

A decent pub. Friendly staff who followed Covid protocol. Had a couple of the Galway Bay beers which were good. Very quiet the night we went but seemed like it's usually a lively place.

Date of visit: November 2021
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Reviewed 1 September 2021

I went with a group of people for a few drinks on a Friday night from 9pm. Found the staff to be friendly, the beer to be pleasant, and the music to be decent. A very nice atmosphere, and it was much appreciated.

Date of visit: August 2021
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Reviewed 25 August 2021

A non-entity type pub with expensive craft beers that seems to target hipsters, the 20-something group and simple-minded tourists.

Date of visit: August 2021
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Reviewed 11 January 2020 via mobile

Just had a meal there if I could even call it that. We both ordered buttermilk chicken and twice cooked chips. The chicken was dry, tasteless and had bits of gristle, not pleasant. They said marinated for 12 hours but felt like they were in...the deep frier for 12 hours! The twice cooked chips were not nice at all, tasted undercooked and raw. Staff were good so this is not a reflection on themMore

Date of visit: January 2020
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Against the Grain is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4