
Dublin 3-Course Irish Food Tour: 3 Historic Pubs
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 771 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Dublin 3-Course Irish Food Tour: 3 Historic Pubs worth booking?
Dublin 3-Course Irish Food Tour: 3 Historic Pubs is a 3-hour experience in Dublin, Ireland, from €89 per person. It scores 85 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 771 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 85 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (771)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- €89 per person
Irish Food Trail brings you closer to the heart of what it means to be Irish! During your experience you will meet and dine with locals, visit 3 traditional Irish eateries, where you will hear the story of Irish Food by enjoying some hearty Irish cuisine paired with local beers and ciders at each venue. We will finish with a surprise, who knows you might even go home with a new skill! FAQ’s: Can I Book A Private Tour – Yes this can be arranged upon request. Tips – Tips are not included if you feel you had great service please tip. Bank Holiday/Public Holiday the shop is closed the meeting point is at the main entrance (steps) to the centre Powerscourt Townhouse Centre, 59 South William Street, Dublin 2.
What you get
About this experience
Irish Food Trail brings you closer to the heart of what it means to be Irish! During your experience you will meet and dine with locals, visit 3 traditional Irish eateries, where you will hear the story of Irish Food by enjoying some hearty Irish cuisine paired with local beers and ciders at each venue. We will finish with a surprise, who knows you might even go home with a new skill! FAQ’s: Can I Book A Private Tour – Yes this can be arranged upon request. Tips – Tips are not included if you feel you had great service please tip. Bank Holiday/Public Holiday the shop is closed the meeting point is at the main entrance (steps) to the centre Powerscourt Townhouse Centre, 59 South William Street, Dublin 2.
What's included
Included
- Local guide
- Professional guide
- Food-tasting
- Local beers & ciders
- Irish Coffee making experience
- 3 course meal
- Dietary Requirements Catered - let us know is advance of your tour
Not included
- Specified food and drink alternatives cost extra
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Powerscourt Townhouse Centre
We start the tour in this beautiful town house.
5 minutes here · Admission included
Dame Lane
Get an introduction to the Dubliner's version of Temple Bar. Hear why some of the pubs here are so special
7 minutes here
Molly Malone Statue
The Molly Malone statue is located in Suffolk Street, a short distance from Trinity College. Molly Malone was a semi historical, semi-legendary figure
3 minutes here · Admission included
Temple Bar
The temple bar district
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Dublin
The Meeting Point for The Irish Food Trail: Flavour Trails shop, Unit 2b is on the lower ground floor of Powerscourt Townhouse Centre. Come up the Georgian Steps on 59 South William St, pass through the flower shop, walk by the oak staircase and down the next set of step and we are to your left.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The Meeting Point for The Irish Food Trail: Flavour Trails shop, Unit 2b is on the lower ground floor of Powerscourt Townhouse Centre. Come up the Georgian Steps on 59 South William St, pass through the flower shop, walk by the oak staircase and down the next set of step and we are to your left.
Options you can book
Viator Irish Food Trail - Experience Dublin Private - 14:00 start time
3 course meal includes drinks: Progressive 3 course meal over 3 venues. Duration is 3 hours.
Irish Food Trail Evening-6pm
Irish Food Trail Afternoon-2pm
A fun and exciting walking food tour of Dublin City. This 3 hour tour includes food and drinks. The best way to explore Dublin’s most popular traditional Irish pubs and hidden Irish Restaurants.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Flavour Trails
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Minimum age 12 years (please note alcohol is served on this tour to persons over 18yrs)
- We run tours in all weather so be prepared to layer up & down
- Many of our venues have stairs
- Tour cost is the same for all participants (Adult price only)
- Food allergies: We will do our best to accommodate your needs but it is not guaranteed that we can do so and these dishes may not reflect the storytelling element of tour.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 771 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
9 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
771 verified traveler reviews for Dublin 3-Course Irish Food Tour: 3 Historic Pubs. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Very delicious and informative!
Excellent tour guide. Excellent food. Lara was our guide and she made the whole experience interesting along with great knowledge of food and drink. Good fun!🤩
Response from the operator: Excellent review - thank you so much for your very kind words Sue, Lara will be thrilled to know she had such a positive impact on your trip!
via Viator
Fun and a really good time
Rob was amazing! He was very impressive on local knowledge and fun to talk to! Would definitely book again! Thanks Rob for the good time and showing us around where the locals go!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your lovey review and for joining us on the the Irish Food Trail. You are the best and we would be delighted to welcome you back any time.
via Tripadvisor
Must do
Grainer was an outstanding guide - brought vast knowledge of history and good Food was great. Great tasting of beer too
Response from the operator: Thanks so much for your lovely feedback Carol, you are the best. It was pleasure to host you both!
via Viator
Great introduction to Dublin!
As a solo traveler and it being my first full day in Dublin, this tour was a great way to introduce myself to the food/pub scene. Lara was a very enthusiastic speaker/guide who was quite knowledgeable on Dublin history. Highly recommend!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for joining Lara and for your fantastic feedback, she will be delighted you enjoyed your time on tour with her.
via Viator
How Can I Give This 10 Stars?!
Absolutely 100% take this foodie tour. Honestly, Ive visited plenty of castles and churches on my trips around Europe, but my most spiritual experiences are always with eating the local cuisine. Food is the best way to experience the culture of any country. You will miss out on such a wonderful experience if you don’t do this. Lara was our guide and she might as well have been a family friend by the end of the tour. She even sent us home with local recommendations for next time we visited and recipes for some of the food that we loved so much. Don’t make the mistake of skipping this one!
Response from the operator: Ah Vanessa, thank you so much for this stunning review! It is so appreciated and I am so glad that I got to be part of your spiritual experience and trip to Ireland! It was a pleasure to meet you and hopefully we can welcome you back again in the future! Lara
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- €89 to €1,100
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 270
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 85
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Dublin 3-Course Irish Food Tour: 3 Historic Pubs: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dublin.
How much does Dublin 3-Course Irish Food Tour: 3 Historic Pubs cost?
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Prices start at €89 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Dublin usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Dublin 3-Course Irish Food Tour: 3 Historic Pubs take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Dublin is not rushed.
Is Dublin 3-Course Irish Food Tour: 3 Historic Pubs worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 85 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 771 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Dublin, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Dublin 3-Course Irish Food Tour: 3 Historic Pubs?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Dublin 3-Course Irish Food Tour: 3 Historic Pubs suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Dublin 3-Course Irish Food Tour: 3 Historic Pubs?
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Around 270 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Dublin can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Dublin and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Dublin 3-Course Irish Food Tour: 3 Historic Pubs start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Dublin within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Dublin?
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On Outty we rank every Dublin experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Dublin to Belfast Titanic Dunluce Castle Giants Causeway Tour, Dublin to Belfast Black Cab: Dunluce Castle and Giant's Causeway, Dublin to Cliffs of Moher, including Wild Atlantic Way and Galway. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Dublin?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Dublin?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Dublin 3-Course Irish Food Tour: 3 Historic Pubs?
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Included: Local guide; Professional guide; Food-tasting; Local beers & ciders; and Irish Coffee making experience. Not included: Specified food and drink alternatives cost extra; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Dublin 3-Course Irish Food Tour: 3 Historic Pubs?
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The Meeting Point for The Irish Food Trail: Flavour Trails shop, Unit 2b is on the lower ground floor of Powerscourt Townhouse Centre. Come up the Georgian Steps on 59 South William St, pass through the flower shop. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Dublin 3-Course Irish Food Tour: 3 Historic Pubs offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Dublin 3-Course Irish Food Tour: 3 Historic Pubs?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Dublin 3-Course Irish Food Tour: 3 Historic Pubs wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Dublin 3-Course Irish Food Tour: 3 Historic Pubs if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Dublin 3-Course Irish Food Tour: 3 Historic Pubs?
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Across 771 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, knowledge and storytelling, the guide. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
What booking options are available for Dublin 3-Course Irish Food Tour: 3 Historic Pubs?
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There are 3 options to choose from, including Viator Irish Food Trail - Experience Dublin Private - 14:00 start time, Irish Food Trail Evening-6pm, Irish Food Trail Afternoon-2pm. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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