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The Black Forge, Dublin 12, Co. DUBLIN

The Black Forge

4.8 (4206)
€30 and under
Gastro Pub
163/165 Drimnagh Road, Dublin 12, Co. DUBLIN D12 PH32

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
The Black Forge Inn is Dublin's newest premium bar & venue. Located in the heart of Dublin 12, the Black Forge has been completely renovated, and is under new management.

Featuring a mouth watering food offering, created by our Head Chef Ed Raethorne, there is an offering for every taste, including our signature dish "Steak on a stone" and award winning Cheesecake.

Our Drinks offering is the most diverse and unique that Dublin has to offer.
With an extensive selection of cocktails, our very own forge stout and lager,
The Black Forge has the most impressive drinks collection in Dublin.

***Casual Dress Essential****

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    €30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Irish, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–11:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:30 am Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Ed Raethorne
  • Neighborhood
    Drimnagh
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Taxi rank next door. Open 24 hours. Bus stop outside door. Bus No.27, No.151, No.123, No.18, No.77A, No.56A
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,206 people are saying

The Black Forge reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Dublin

    Hot spot

  • Dublin

    Great for live music

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Black Forge offers a "true gem" of a dining experience with "fantastic food" and "very friendly service." Visitors rave about the "amazing atmosphere" and "delicious" meals, especially the "steak on a stone." The staff, including the delightful Jo, make guests feel "so welcome," and the chance to meet Conor McGregor adds to the excitement. Highly recommended for a memorable visit!
4,206 Reviews
  1. Patrycja

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely delighted with the service food and place Highly recommend

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  2. Stephanie

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience. Great atmosphere, great food and great staff. Waitress is so very friendly and always is when we visit from Cork. Had to ask for something off menu yesterday as my crohns wasn't playing ball and they were very accommodating. Food is always amazing. Its great value and the place is absolutely spotless.

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  3. Indre

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just top class, true gem, no need to go to fancy restaurants in town anymore :)

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  4. Will

    Liverpool/Merseyside2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely food. Lovely staff. Clean and inviting. Comfortable. Son and husband made up to have pictures with his belt. Would visit again!

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  5. Tony

    Liverpool/Merseyside1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brilliant night ,food fantastic and staff very friendly

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  6. Ricardo

    New York City6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Cool expérience avec un service impeccable. Très bon cocktails et bières !

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  7. alan

    Dublin1 review

    3.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food and service was top notch. But music was way too loud which was a bit off putting. Whenever the place is less crowded you should adjust the PA volume because the normal volume will sound much louder without extra bodies absorbing the sound. I would like to come back.

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  8. PIERRE

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tout était très bien Une bien belle expérience à vivre

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  9. Ryan

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was a dream come true to visit the Ireland legends Bar. Even got to hold his ufc belt!!

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  10. Caroline

    Dublin1 review

    2.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Hi I'm sorry to say we didn't hv a good experience I brought my family from the UK as a special treat . We where a party of 6. My food came 45 mins before the rest of my family and as we only had the table for 2 hours it wasn't a ideal experience. Food beautiful when it eventually came but we were disappointed overall

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The Black Forge is rated 4.8 stars by 4206 OpenTable diners.

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  1. Home
  2. Ireland, Republic of
  3. Dublin
  4. Dublin 12
  5. Drimnagh

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
Google Map for The Black Forge

163/165 Drimnagh Road, Dublin 12, Co. DUBLIN D12 PH32

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Drimnagh
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–11:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:30 am Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    €30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Irish, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Taxi rank next door. Open 24 hours. Bus stop outside door. Bus No.27, No.151, No.123, No.18, No.77A, No.56A
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ed Raethorne
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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