Dublin Food Tour: 3 Irish Pubs, Local Beers & Irish Coffee

Summary

Irish food stories, Temple Bar sounds, Molly Malone’s statue and laughter over pints

You’ll walk through Dublin’s lively streets with a local guide, sharing laughs over three courses in traditional pubs—from hearty stew to fresh fish and homemade desserts. Taste local beers and ciders at each stop, then learn how to make your own Irish coffee before wandering past Molly Malone’s statue. It’s more than just eating—it’s feeling like you belong for an evening.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect to start my evening in the middle of Powerscourt Townhouse, but there we were—half lost, half excited, following the smell of baking bread and the sound of someone tuning a fiddle somewhere upstairs. Our guide, Aoife (rhymes with “Eva”—she made us practice), waved us over with that easy Dublin grin. She promised us three stops for a proper Irish meal and honestly, I was already hungry.

The first pub felt older than my entire country. Dark wood everywhere, walls crowded with old photos and hand-painted signs. We squeezed into a corner booth—strangers at first—and Aoife started pouring out stories about Dublin’s food history between bites of brown bread and bowls of thick stew. The beef was tender and peppery, perfect for the rainy chill outside. I tried my first local cider here; crisp and tart, nothing like what I’d had back home. Someone at our table asked about Molly Malone—Aoife pointed out she’s just up the road on Suffolk Street if we wanted to say hi later (I did).

Temple Bar was next—yeah it’s touristy but honestly? The energy is wild in the best way. Musicians on every corner, people spilling out onto cobblestones with pints in hand. Our second course arrived hot: fish so flaky it nearly fell off my fork. There was this moment when everyone went quiet except for the hum of conversation around us—just enjoying good food together. I liked that.

Final stop: dessert and an Irish coffee lesson (which is trickier than it looks). My cream floated but my pour was all wrong—got a laugh from Aoife anyway. She said everyone messes up their first try. Walking back through the city lights with new friends and that warm whiskey buzz…I still think about that night when I catch a whiff of roasted coffee beans.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Dublin Irish Food and Culture Tour

• Meet at Powerscourt Townhouse Centre
• Start tour in beautiful town house
• Visit Temple Bar district
• See Molly Malone statue
• Dine at three traditional Irish eateries
• Enjoy Irish cuisine with local beers and ciders
• Finish with a surprise activity

Top questions

Is this Dublin food tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the tour is wheelchair accessible though some venues may have stairs.

Are dietary requirements catered for on this tour?

They do their best to accommodate dietary needs if you let them know in advance.

Can I book a private Dublin food tour?

Yes, private tours can be arranged upon request.

What is included in the Dublin 3 course meal walking tour?

The tour includes a local guide, three-course meal across three venues, local beers & ciders, and an Irish coffee making experience.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is at Powerscourt Townhouse Centre on South William Street.

Is public transportation available near the starting point?

Yes, there are public transportation options nearby.

What is the minimum age for this Dublin food tour?

The minimum age is 12 years; alcohol served only to those over 18 years old.

Does this tour run in bad weather?

Tours run in all weather conditions; layering clothes is recommended.

What’s included

Your evening includes three hearty courses spread across classic Dublin pubs—with each dish paired naturally with local beers or ciders—a friendly local guide leading you through Temple Bar and past Molly Malone’s statue, plus a hands-on Irish coffee making session before you wander back into the city lights together.