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The Black Forge, Dublin 12, Co. DUBLIN

The Black Forge

4.8
4.8
4154 Reviews
€30 and under
Gastro Pub

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2 people
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7:00 pm
Booked 26 times today
  • 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
  • Area
    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 4,154 people are saying

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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Dublin

    Hot spot

  • Dublin

    Great for live music

  • Dublin

    Gastro Pub

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Black Forge offers an exceptional dining experience with "great food, great service, lovely staff, great ambience." The restaurant is praised for its consistent quality, "amazing food," and friendly atmosphere. Guests frequently highlight the "impeccable service" and memorable interactions with staff, making it "highly recommended" for visitors to Dublin.
4,154 Reviews
  1. theresa

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food great ambiance and super friendly staff overall a great family outing would definitely return

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  2. Zapata

    Dublin1 review

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    When I made the reservation on here I left a note where I already asked if it‘s possible to let „happy birthday“ play or to bring a dessert with a little candle. So I called to asked again to get it confirmed and that lady was really nice saying that of course they gonna put a candle. There, waiting for something to happen I went up to 3 waitresses (standing there together talking) and asked again if it‘s possible cause maybe they forgot. In a harsh tone and annoyed of everything she replied „All we do is putting a candle on your dessert but you have to order dessert then. Okay, so went back and ordered the dessert (just for the candle). Dessert came, no candle no nothing. Seemed like the Manager was the only one working and seeing if people are happy or not. Food is good. Just not recommended if you wanna celebrate something.

    1 person found this helpful

  3. Derrick

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great friendly atmosphere, very welcoming from the doormen to the waitress Great experience all round, good vibes with live music Food was very good

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  4. Dee

    Dublin4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was only ok....too may dishes on the plate ..one main on plate and sides separate would of been better

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 23 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing. The prices are good as well, you get what you pay for. Service was good, just needed to wait a bit longer than usually you would expect after sitting down. Great atmosphere. No parking space, need more of them.

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  6. Wayne

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff were lovely and very attentive to make sure we had everything. Even sung happy birthday. Pub and toilets spotless clean. Food was lovely as always and would highly recommend

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  7. Carlos

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience, food was great and Forge was delicious!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service, lovely staff, great ambience, highly recommended 😉

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  9. Tautvydas

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff was very friendly, food was excellent, perfect experience, would recommend to friends

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  10. Kieran

    Dublin5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So consistent, we've been here 5 or 6 times, always great food and impeccable service, I would highly recommend for anyone visiting Dublin to come to the Black Forge!

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The Black Forge is rated 4.8 stars by 4154 OpenTable diners.

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

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

Additional information

  • Area
    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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