Reservations · Outdoor seating
A lively Dalkey gastropub with hearty classics, strong breakfasts, and live music; service shines most days but can be brusque at peak times.
The Coliemore delivers solid neighborhood gastropub performance with reliable food quality anchored by standout breakfasts and fish and chips and consistently friendly service. However, quality variation during busy periods and occasional seasoning lapses prevent grade A territory, while the lively Dalkey location and welcoming atmosphere make it a worthwhile stop for casual meals rather than a destination restaurant.
The Coliemore is a Dalkey staple with a warm, lively pub atmosphere where breakfasts are big, pints flow, and live music draws a crowd. Service is often praised as friendly and on the ball, though peak-time seating can feel curt. One diner put it simply: "Breakfast was massive and the team made it easy." In the kitchen, the approach is elevated pub comfort more than culinary fireworks. Expect reliable fish and chips, hearty chowder with Guinness bread, and a standout buttermilk chicken burger. When they are busy, seasoning and pacing can wobble, but most guests leave satisfied—especially at breakfast—making this a solid choice for casual meals near the coast. Families are well served: kids happily finish burgers and wings, and the menu has plenty of familiar favorites like fish and chips, sausages and mash, and simple sandwiches. There is a vegetarian burger with a vegan option, but picky eaters should stick to the classics. High-energy evenings may be loud; earlier meals are calmer for children.
Area: Upscale seaside suburb popular with day-trippers and locals; mix of families, retirees, and visitors.
Safety: Generally safe, well-maintained streets with steady foot traffic, especially around the main village.
Nearby: Near Dalkey village center, short walk to DART station, cafes, pubs, and coastal walks.
Available: Reservations, Outdoor seating
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