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The Black Forge, Dublin 12, Co. DUBLIN

The Black Forge

4.8
4.8
4069 Reviews
€30 and under
Gastro Pub

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2 people
21:30
Booked 25 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 12:00–23:30 Fri, Sat 12:00–00:30 Sun 12:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (01) 455 7860
  • Website
    https://www.theblackforgeinn.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Ed Raethorne
  • Location
    163/165 Drimnagh Road, Dublin 12, Co. DUBLIN D12 PH32
  • 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

Menu

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What 4,069 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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Dublin

    Great for live music

  • Dublin

    Gastro Pub

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Black Forge offers a "fantastic" dining experience with its "amazing" food and "friendly" staff. Visitors rave about the unique steak on a hot stone and the "incredible" ambiance. The restaurant is also home to Conor McGregor's UFC belt, adding a special touch. Highly recommended for its "outstanding" service and vibrant atmosphere, making it a must-visit in Dublin.

4,069 Reviews

  1. siobhan

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Best staff in Dublin. Prices unbelievable in today's economy. Adults kids everyone had a ball. Every year we're making it our business to have pre Christmas dinner at the Forge. Will eat there at other times but this will be a new family tradition. Best in dublin. The real dublin 11/10.

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  2. Graham

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service food was top notch and the service was so accommodating will be back definitely

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  3. Emma

    Dublin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing and the staff we lovely and very help full

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  4. Charmaine

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely food , nice staff. Defo recommend. Breakfast massive and really tasty 😋

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  5. Donna

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a fantastic restaurant. We had a service dog with us and the staff were so helpful even making sure that she had her own bowl. The standard of food was excellent, presentation outstanding, excellent value for money. Would I eat here again….. most definitely. A beautiful restaurant,excellent service and outstanding food a must if you are in Dublin!!!!

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  6. Eric

    Dublin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another brilliant night at The Black Forge. Staff were amazing. Food & entertainment was deadly! Looking forward to coming back.

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  7. Kayleigh

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely experience today here with my family , staff are lovely and friendly food is top notch service is fast it’s our second year comming for our Christmas family day out and we will definitely be doing a third next year if we lived in Dublin would be in more often fab establishment

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  8. Laura

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great experience at The Black Forge! The food and drinks were delicious. Also, the Manager Natasha was so welcoming, answered all of our questions and was friendly throughout our time there.

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  9. Tommy

    Nottingham

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Natasha on the door was lovely really made us feel welcome and our evening even more enjoyable food was 10/10 as well

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Warwickshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food really polite and helpful staff and great atmosphere. Loved the style of the restaurant and the Christmas decorations. Would defo come again was a highlight of our trip

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The Black Forge is rated 4.8 stars by 4069 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
21:30
Booked 25 times today
Google Map for The Black Forge

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

Additional information

  • Area
    Drimnagh
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00–23:30 Fri, Sat 12:00–00:30 Sun 12:00–23:00
  • 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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