Gallaghers Boxty House

You'll find yourself in one of Temple Bar's few genuinely worthwhile spots, where the focus is firmly on proper Irish comfort food rather than tourist tat. The boxty here is the real deal – those crispy potato pancakes your gran might have made, stuffed with everything from bacon and cabbage to beef and Guinness stew. The place has that lived-in feel that comes from decades of serving both locals grabbing lunch and visitors discovering what Irish food actually tastes like when it's done right. Sure, you're in the heart of Temple Bar's madness, but step inside and you'll get why this place has been feeding people properly since the '90s. The portions are generous, the service is sound, and the prices won't leave you wondering if you've been had.