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Rody Bolands
Review
About
Traditional Irish Bar Serving Homemade Food 7 Days A Week
Features
CUISINES
Irish, Bar, European, Pub, Healthy
Meal types
Lunch, Dinner, Drinks
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Gluten free options
FEATURES
Accepts Credit Cards
American Express
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Full Bar
Highchairs Available
Live Music
Mastercard
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Table Service
Takeout
Television
Visa
Wheelchair Accessible
Wine and Beer
Does this restaurant have live music
Save this restaurant
Hours
Open until 11:45 PM
Sunday
12:30 - 23:00
Monday
17:00 - 23:45
Tuesday
16:00 - 23:45
Wednesday
16:00 - 23:45
Thursday
16:00 - 23:45
Friday
0:00 - 1:0016:00 - 23:45
Saturday
0:00 - 1:0012:30 - 23:45
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4.5
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Good
57
Average
10
Poor
1
Terrible
5
flame01
811 contributions
Aug 2023 • friends
Not the first time I have visited Rudys, A friend & I called early afternoon on Sunday 26th August 2023 for lunch.
The staff were really friendly and accomodating. There were very few customers in when we arrived but shortly afterwards a number arrived and sat near us. Not a problem usually but they came in to wtach a football match and the TV was raised in volume for them
This was the only reason I did not give a full 5 stars for our visit as the noise of the football made it very uncomfortable to stay
We had our lunch and left.
Food was excellent and well presented
Will I be back, probably, but not if there is football on, I go to a pub to relax, if I want to watch a game, I'll stay at home
Written 5 September 2023
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Mary Clarke
County Cavan15 contributions
Mar 2023 • couples
The food here is just amazing,
I was there on Paddy's day and we both had a beautiful Roast Pork dinner. As usual the food was excellent and the staff so attentive and professional, it was a crazy busy day in there, large groups of people and all around Paddy's day and Cheltenham mayhem. The staff took it all in their stride and never missed a beat. Drinks and food were served without delay. I honestly don't know how the waiting staff weaved their way through the happy revellers and never dropped a plate.
We were there again yesterday evening Saturday 25 March 2023. Again amazing service.
Per the waiter's recommendation I chose the special which was Chicken Madras...wow...it was just gorgeous. Quite a large portion and let me tell you, they do not skimp on the chicken. I have been in other places where sometimes the chicken is a wee bit skimped on and the meal is bumped up with vegetables instead, not in Rody Boland's you get a load of chicken but also a healthy content of vegetables.
If you want a really good meal and friendly service go to Rody Boland's.
If you want just a pint or a drink and friendly service go to Rody Boland's.
I cannot recommend it highly enough, it has it all.
Written 26 March 2023
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Hellbells speakeasy gem joints
Dublin1 contribution
Jul 2020 • solo
Rody's is a local for me but until now I had never tried the food. As it is now a requirement post lockdown on my first visit I ordered the garlic mushrooms from their concise but balanced Menu. They were so good I came back especially to get them again along with some lovely chicken wings, washed down by a perfectly crisp, cold pint of Heineken.
As an introduction to Pub life with social distancing you could not
find a better venue. The staff are lovely and very genuine. They are also highly attentive and most welcoming. Particular mentions to Ian and Katie for their excellent service. Well done to all for providing a lovely experience during trying times 👏👏👏
Written 9 July 2020
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Passenger785411
1 contribution
Mar 2023 • friends
A very disappointing Saturday night meal. We ordered lamb shank with veg and a lasagna. We waited for about 50 mins for our food. When it was eventually served, we had to ask for the cutlery so we could eat it, another 5 mins. The potatoes and veg served with the lamb were cold. We were given another portion of mashed potatoes which tasted like they’d be reheated a few times. The lasagna was far too salty. We definitely won’t be returning there to eat in the future .
Written 27 March 2023
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Rebecca F
4 contributions
Jan 2020 • none
On 18/1/2020 at 5.30, me and my husband went for food in rody boland.
We both ordered fish and chip which was cold and burnt and dry. As I would of inform the waiter of this, it proved extremely hard to find one.
After handing more than half of my meal back I ordered banoffee pie.
That banoffee was 80% cream, dry and the biscuit had 0 butter in it cause to be like dry up crumbs that you would find in the bottom of a biscuit packet.
All and all this meal was not worth the price as the food was similar pre-made Tesco meal.
Written 20 January 2020
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skybluedub
Dublin65 contributions
Sept 2020 • none
I've been a customer for close to 30 years and can honestly stay have never had a bad night there. It's a family run premises who have always put their customers first. Staff are friendly and hard working, food is excellent and the atmosphere ( pre covid ) was brilliant.
They have spent a lot of money making it a very safe and spacious pub during this Covid pandemic and ensure you have a pleasant experience. A great place to watch sports especially the Gaa. Would highly recommend.
Written 18 September 2020
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AlbertaTravelinDad
15 contributions
Feb 2020 • none
Rody Bolands Pub in Rathmines area of Dublin is a wonderful pub with character. Attentive staff attend to your liquid needs as you enjoy the gorgeous atmosphere in this relaxed pub. (and it’s literally three steps from the UpperCross Hotel👍).
Would highly recommend this pub for a relaxing drink.
Written 21 February 2020
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Lauren R
1 contribution
Nov 2022 • none
Went here for soccer on Sunday and had the best time. Ordered the wrap and soup and it was just delicious!! Very filling and a great price for what you're getting. Also the nachos were to die for.
Keith was amazing and ran the floor like a pro, we were never left waiting for anything. It was really busy and he did a great job. We will be back.
Written 28 November 2022
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Nomad815227
Anderson2 contributions
Dec 2019 • family
Great spot for a pint and some good eats. Friendly service, nice atmosphere. Several areas to choose from for seating - bar, smoking area, family area, near fireplaces, even a snug! Great Guinness Steak Pie and lovely goat cheese appetizer.
Written 6 January 2020
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Dave S
1 contribution
Jan 2024 • friends
If you are a student please do not go to this bar, we were completely unlawfully refused entry as 3 20 year old students by the rude and obnoxious bartender, we all very happily presented ID to then be told the bar is 21’s and up, which when questioned on he said it is 21’s all the time, which is not true and myself and friends have frequented this pub before from the age of 18. So I urge students to avoid this pub to not put a dampener on your night by being unlawfully turned away.
Written 27 January 2024
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Deirdre C
Newbridge119 contributions
Jul 2023 • family
Gorgeous food & atmosphere. Great value for money. Staff were lovely. Will definitely return. Highly recommend.
Written 25 July 2023
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Monster Burgers Dublin’s
Dublin15 contributions
Jun 2023 • friends
Simply the best bar in Rathmines . The food was great, the beer was cool and the welcome was warm. I’ve been eating and drinking here for many years. I’d highly recommend.
Written 17 July 2023
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Shannon G
1 contribution
Mar 2023 • solo
Excellent bar. Great atmosphere. The food and wine were both lovely. Staff are a credit to the place, nothing was a bother to them! If I had to fault it, I would say the chips could definitely be better.
Written 8 March 2023
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Bruno Filgueiras
Fortaleza7 contributions
Jan 2023 • couples
Had the most delicious potato and chilly soup there with Sunday roast and apple pie for desert, God, what a good night I had there, staff is super friendly as well, I highly recommend this place 5 stars no doubt.
Written 3 January 2023
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David G
County Dublin15 contributions
Nov 2022 • friends
Avoid if you are a sports fan. Was planning to watch all World Cup games there
No sound for matches
1 bar man for 2 hours
Official rule all TV’s off after games so no highlights as per the main bar man
Very dissatisfied in what used to be a great bar for sport GAA, Soccer, Rugby
At temple bar prices, €6.50 a lager, you’re better off anywhere else with a tv in rathmines
Very disappointed
While I’m at it decor needs upgrading, the same chairs since the start of the century
Written 12 November 2022
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