Elephant & Castle - Temple Bar

Name: Elephant & Castle - Temple Bar
Address: 19 Temple Bar, Dublin, Co. Dublin, Ireland, Republic of, D02 HY86
Telephone: (01) 679 3121
Price range: €30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3

573 Reviews

€30 and under

American

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Elephant & Castle Prince Street opened in Lower Manhattan in ’73 across from St Vincent’s Hospital where George had worked as an oncologist since the 1950’s. After two decades of short lunch breaks where he could never get anything he wanted to eat, finally he retired to a life of eating everything he wanted to eat, in his own restaurant with a special name. His passion and obsession for quality was infectious and E&C became a New York classic within a few years. Doors opened in a very different and quiet Temple Bar in January 1989 and by Summer of that year the queues had already started for our fantastic food and spectacular atmosphere!
Outside the world has greatly changed, but inside our swinging doors we try to keep things just the way they were.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 25, 2022

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7:00 PM

Booked 47 times today

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(01) 679 3121

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
American, International
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(01) 679 3121
Website
http://www.elephantandcastle.ie/
Payment options
MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef

Location
19 Temple Bar Dublin, Co. Dublin D02 HY86
Neighborhood
Temple Bar
Parking details
Public transit
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Popular dishes

Small Three Leaf Salad€6.55
Spicy Chicken Wings€15.95
Celery Sticks & Blue Cheese Dressing
Dirty Chicken€13.95
Tortilla Chips with Chicken Goujons, Jalapeño, Red Onion, Topped with Vintage Cheddar, our Signature Hot Sauce & Aioli
Baby Caesar Salad€9.95
- Add Grilled Chicken€12.95
Charcuterie Board€16.95
with Peppered Goats Cheese, Salami, Parma Ham, Sourdough Toast
Baby Back Spare Ribs€13.95
Molasses-Ginger Glaze
Hummus€11.95
Carrots, Cucumber, Black Olives, Garlic and Coriander Naan Bread
Avocado Toast€11.95
Poached eggs on Sourdough Toast
Crabcakes€13.95
with Celeriac Remoulade

Main Course Salads

House Caesar Salad€14.95
with Cos, Parmesan, Bacon, Croutons & Anchovy
- Add Grilled Chicken, Breaded Chicken or Goats Cheese€17.95
- Add Shrimp€19.95
House Salad€12.55
Avocado, Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Add Grilled Chicken, Blue Cheese or Goats Cheese€15.55
- Add Shrimp€17.55
Mexican Salad€13.55
Tortilla Chips, Avocado, Toasted Chickpeas, Red Pepper Cumin Vinaigrette, Vintage Cheddar
- Add Grilled Chicken€16.55
Crispy Calamari Salad€18.95
with Miso Vinaigrette

Homemade Burgers

Our burgers are cooked to order and served with baby gem, tomato, rd onion & pickle All our beef is of Irish origin. All burgers come with skin-on hand-cut fries

Char-Grilled Burger€13.95
Vintage Cheddar or Streaky Bacon€14.95
- Both€15.95
Buffalo Mozzarella€16.95
Pesto & Roasted Tomato
Chilli Beef & Red Onions€14.95
Sautéed Mushrooms & Herbs€14.95
Horseradish Sour Cream & Black Pepper€14.95
Blue Cheese Burger€16.95
Streaky Bacon, Cucumber, Blue Cheese
Elephant Burger€16.95
Curried Sour Cream, Streaky Bacon, Scallions,Vintage Cheddar
Homemade Veggie Burger€13.95
with Beetroot Purée
Breaded Chicken Burger€13.95
served with Aioli
- Add Vintage Cheddar or Streaky Bacon€14.95
- Both€15.95
Tulum Burger€15.95
Homemade Guacamole, Chipotle Mayo & Vintage Cheddar
Roasted Garlic Burger€15.95
Whole Roasted Garlic, Garlic Butter, Aioli

Homemade Sandwiches

Served with Tortilla Chips And Salsa

Tuna Sandwich on Brown Toast€10.95
with Tomato & Guacamole
Sliced Chicken€12.95
Tomato, Bacon, Baby Gem Lettuce, Curry Mayonnaise on White or Brown Toast
Grilled Zucchini€11.95
Mushrooms, Red Peppers, Olive Tapenade, Halloumi on Ciabatta
Grilled Steak€15.95
Sun-Dried Tomato, Goats Cheese, Rocket, Chipotle Mayonnaise on Ciabatta
Open-Faced Shrimp Sandwich€14.95
Crispy Bacon, Coriander Mayonnaise
Mexican Chicken Ciabatta€11.95
Pico de Gallo, Avocado, Baby Gem, Lime & Ginger Mayonnaise
Smoked Salmon€12.95
Avocado, Cucumber & Lemon Caper Mayonnaise on Brown Soda Bread

Warm Dishes

Pan-Roasted Chicken Supreme€21.95
with Mashed Potato & Olive-Rosemary Sauce
Spaghetti€16.95
with Goats Cheese, Black Olives, Capers and Tomato Sauce
10oz New York Striploin€29.95
Peppercorn Sauce or Garlic Butter, Herb-Stuffed Tomato & Thick-Cut Fries
Seafood Tagliatelle€21.95
with Fennel, Langoustines, Scallops and Mussels
Sautéed Shrimp€21.95
Ginger-Lime Dressing, Spinach & Couscous
Pan-Fried Salmon€22.95
Buttered Greens, Mashed Potato & Citrus Beurre Blanc
Lime Chicken€21.95
Lime Coriander Butter, Capellini & Cucumber Ribbons
8oz Fillet Steak€35.00
Fondant Potato, Garlic Greens & Peppercorn Sauce or Garlic Butter
Irish Lamb€29.95
Buttered Asparagus, Fondant Potato & Red Wine Jus

Omelettes

Served with Tortilla Chips And Salsa

Gold'n Green€10.65
Vintage Cheddar & Spinach
Vintage Cheddar€10.15
- Add Bacon€11.75
Mushroom€11.45
Streaky Bacon & Spring Onion
Goats Cheese€12.25
with Fresh & Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Sautéed Mushrooms & Herbs€10.45
Temple Bar Omelette€13.50
Sausage, Bacon, Vintage Cheddar, Scallions, Tomato, Garlic

Sides

Hand-Cut Fries€4.95
Dirty Fries Loaded€6.45
with Cheddar & Hot Sauce
Plain or Scallion Mashed Potato€5.25
Peppercorn Sauce€2.95
Homemade Guacamole€3.90
Garlic Greens€5.25
with Lemon Zest
Herb Frites€6.50

What 573 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
4.2Value

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lorrainem
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience4
Best wings in Dublin! Great portion size and staff could not have been more attentive. Return each time I visit Dublin for a trip and can't wait to go back already :)
GK
GraceK
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and excellent service! Would definitely recommend
Elephant & Castle - Temple BarResponded 4 days ago
Thanks Grace
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dublin
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best wings in town!!
AM
AnitaM
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Lovely food good service music a tiny bit loud but would get over that !!
Elephant & Castle - Temple BarResponded 6 days ago
Thanks Anita!
P
Petrea
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent as always…best chicken wings in the world
Elephant & Castle - Temple BarResponded 6 days ago
Thanks Petrea!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Good job working with my daughter’s allergies. Only issue was chives in the mashed potatoes, they are not technically onions but in the same family so my daughter cannot have them, we did not say chives so I don’t really fault them. Onion/garlic allergy is a tough one to accommodate. They did a good job considering.., Buffalo wings are great
Elephant & Castle - Temple BarResponded on June 14, 2022
Thank you for the 5 star rating. We are glad we could accommodate your request:) We always try our best for our customers.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food. Great friendly service. Highly recommend.
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lunar
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall4food4service2ambience3
the waiters very nice but the hostess very unpleasant with us
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Avoid
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
A shadow of times gone past when the Elephant & Castle in Temple Bar was a most pleasant venue for an informal meal with decent food and excellent ambience. What was the signature dish for years ( Chicken Wings) is now ‘awful’ - “greasy taste”. Service now ambivalent at best and to be honest totally disinterested in any client service. Fries with ‘fish aroma’ and in my opinion fried in contaminated oil. Tuna Sandwich just rubbish. Avoid at all costs as this has become a “Rack em Stack em & Pack em” dump.
Elephant & Castle - Temple BarResponded on June 14, 2022
Thank you for taking time to write a review . We welcome any feedback. Your opinion matters!
EC
ElaineC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was amazing, staff were so helpful. Really enjoyed the experience
EO
ElaineO
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience4
It's been years since I visited this restaurant but will be back again soon . Considering the location it's good value
Elephant & Castle - Temple BarResponded on June 12, 2022
thank you Elaine:)
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Elephant & Castle Temple Bar never fails! A favourite of ours before as a couple and now, years later, a treat for all the family after a day out. Caters for all ages. Great food, service & atmosphere - as always.
Elephant & Castle - Temple BarResponded on June 12, 2022
Thank you for the great review:)
CC
CoCo
London
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience2
3 people in the group, 1st starter arrived followed a few minutes later by the 2nd but had to chase up the 3rd which arrived some time after, got apology for delay & told it's difficult to get them all ready to serve at the same time, any good run kitchen & pass will ensure everyone is served at the same time, mains more or less came together but waiter didn't ask if we needed anything further nor did anyone follow up & ask if the meal was ok, dessert was probably the best part of the meal! Wings deducted from the bill as an apology, seems like food is just thrown together and more so as it was a bank holiday weekend - overcooked & bland, 2 of the party had burgers, they said they had better from McDonald's which says a lot about the quality of food served, waiting staff need to be a bit more attentive to the customers rather than standing & casting an eye around the restaurant hoping no one will try to get their attention, only positive for you is location so you will always get passing customers from tourists but for us we won't be paying a return visit.
V
Vick
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall3food2service3ambience2
Have wanted to try elephant and castle for a long time but was never able to get in until recently and couldn’t wait to try the wings however they were not great, nothing wrong with them just bland, have had wings much nicer in many other places so wouldn’t recommend the wings, in saying that everything else we order was lovely and the waffle dessert was amazing, just don’t order the wings…..
Elephant & Castle - Temple BarResponded on June 12, 2022
Thank you for taking time:)
JM
JacquelineM
Dublin
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 3, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Always enjoy the chicken wings - good kids menu. Service was quick.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best wings in the world.
Elephant & Castle - Temple BarResponded on June 5, 2022
Great to hear! Thanks a million
TR
TRACYW
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on June 1, 2022
overall2food1service4ambience1
Used to be so good!!!! We won’t be going back anytime soon.
OL
OrlaL
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great spot, really nice food. Super selection on the menu, Get the wings!!
Elephant & Castle - Temple BarResponded on May 30, 2022
Thanks Orla
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dublin
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place all day long ,fab staff and food lovely vibe.
Elephant & Castle - Temple BarResponded on May 30, 2022
Thanks a million!
OT
OpenTable Diner
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 28, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience3
Best wings ever! Wasn’t so keen on the ribs, but the wings make up for it!!
M
Matt
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place to go for food and drinks. Great location and great staff!!
Elephant & Castle - Temple BarResponded on May 30, 2022
Thanks a lot Matt
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xenzero
London
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2022
overall2food3service2ambience4
We’ve been before (though not recently) and loved it. But this time, with someone with a dairy intolerance, we were really disappointed. They gave us an allergens menu (perfect) and the person with the intolerance then ordered the chicken burger and the ribs as a result. When the food came, the burger had no bun and no sauce (“it has dairy”) and the ribs had no sauce (“it has dairy”). The allergens menu needs updating and the staff need better training. Fair play to the kitchen at least that they’re unlikely to kill anyone. Oh, and the wings are still amazing for the dairy eaters among us (so 2 stars instead of zero). But you need to tell customers if you’re adapting a dish significantly to accommodate a dietary requirement otherwise you’re charging them top dollar for something they didn’t ask for. Also, less important, but our table was booked for 5pm but we weren’t seated until 5:20 which suggests they’re over booking. But maybe just a one off blip.
TK
TKelly
Dublin
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 28, 2022
overall2food2service2ambience2
Made a booking which we never got to experience. Arrived at the restaurant a few minutes prior to our booking and there was a queue outside the door. When we got to a staff member we were told a few minutes wait. The restaurant was jammed. One man was taking up a window booth by himself, staff did say he would have to vacate if the rest of his party didn't arrive. Eventually one other person arrived. Another table were asked to wrap up but the customer insisted she was sipping water. Every few minutes we were told 5 more minutes. The restaurant was humid and overrun and my 9 year old started to feel faint so we had to leave and dine elsewhere. Staff tried their best but it wasn't well organised
Elephant & Castle - Temple BarResponded on June 4, 2022
Thank you for your feedback . We are sad to hear your did not wait for your table, and understand your disappointment. Unfortunately we cant guarantee table will be ready for the time of the booking, it all depends when the previous table leaves. Our staff always do their best to make that happen and it can be quite stressful for them, as we want everyone to get their table in time. Hope you understand. Kind regards D.K
M
Maryp
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a wonderful night meeting old friends - great fun
SF
StuartF
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Genuinely the best chicken wings ever! I was over in Dublin solo for work. Great place to also come in and dine quickly!
Elephant & Castle - Temple BarResponded on May 28, 2022
Thank you Stuart for the great review:)
T
Tina
London
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 22, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Excellent American diner with huge menu and lots of choice. The waiter was friendly and helpful. Great location too right in the centre of Temple bar.
Elephant & Castle - Temple BarResponded on May 28, 2022
Thank you Tina:)
AS
AntoinetteS
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Only bad thing can never get through on phone to make a reservation and if you have more than 6 have to book 2 tables
Elephant & Castle - Temple BarResponded on May 28, 2022
Thank you Antoinette for the 5 star rating. Not sure why you were not able to get through on phone, but for future reference, we also have online booking system, where you can book table with us. thank you
AD
AnnetteD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food and service, booked a table well in advance, had to wait as it was busy which I didn’t mind. But when seated there are others queuing through the 2 doors making it very crowded near the entrance, around your table and a cool breeze in the door.
CB
ChrisB
New York Area
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We came from NJ to find a NY restaurant by accident. Place was great for quick food and high quality . The correct chips and wings
HK
HarneetK
Dublin
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2022
overall2food2service1ambience1
The branch at Temple Bar is not as nice as the one in Monkstown. The food quality is also not good.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Not been for over 20 years…… that was the first time we had the wings and I was so looking forward to returning. We were not disappointed the wings were so good. Lovely table in the window and the service was excellent. We won’t leave it another 20 years!
J
Jennifer
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I have dined here several times with family & friends, and the staff couldn't be more helpful, the food delish! A lovely experience, Thank You
Elephant & Castle - Temple BarResponded on May 23, 2022
That's great to hear! Thanks Jennifer
OT
OpenTable Diner
N. Ireland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience, the wings are delightful!
Elephant & Castle - Temple BarResponded on May 21, 2022
Thank you:)
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dublin
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
It was lovely but very noisy, maybe they should consider some more acoustics to help with the noise levels!
Elephant & Castle - Temple BarResponded on May 21, 2022
Thank you for the 5 stars:) and for the feedback.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cork
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on May 19, 2022
overall1food2service2ambience3
Wrong salad was served, it was difficult to get someones attention to change it and when it was changed, there was a hair in it!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Great service, excellent food, a bit loud and cramped but worth it
Elephant & Castle - Temple BarResponded on May 23, 2022
THANKS A MILLION!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dublin
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a lovely family meal to celebrate our sons First Holy communion.
Elephant & Castle - Temple BarResponded on May 21, 2022
Thank you :)
S
Stevie
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wings are amazing! awesome inside too
Elephant & Castle - Temple BarResponded on May 17, 2022
Thank you Stevie:)
p
paulahungry
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
really nice chicken wings, as always, but it was wayyyy to over crowded and it was almost impossible to have a conversation at normal volume.
MM
MaeveM
Tampa
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Travel to Ireland!!
Elephant & Castle - Temple BarResponded on May 16, 2022
Thanks Maeve!

FAQs

Elephant & Castle - Temple Bar does offer delivery in partnership with Deliveroo and Just Eat. Elephant & Castle - Temple Bar also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (01) 679 3121.

Elephant & Castle - Temple Bar is rated 4.3 stars by 573 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.