Leo Burdock

They asked if I wanted vinegar, I muttered an unsure yes, and boom, it turned out to be one of the best fish and chips I’ve ever had. The only downside: they’re take-out only, so we had to find a spot to eat. It turned into a bit of an adventure, crouched on a street bench, praying no birds would strike, struggling with greasy fingers and even greasier food. The serving was huge. The fish sat on a mountain of chips (way too many chips, honestly), with barely enough tartar sauce to go around. Easily enough for two, maybe even three or four low-appetite Asians, haha. I was genuinely surprised I liked it as much as I did. I'm not usually a fan of fish and chips. I only came because it’s said to be Dublin’s first chipper. But the fish was fresh, and that splash of vinegar really brought it all together. Twas an unexpected happy meal.

Really great fish and chips. This location is a takeout only store but I realized they have another dine in outlet in temple bar. Service was fast. Big serving of Cod fish and LOTS of fries. The ultimate taste test is in the takeaway and I am happy to report that the fish was still crispy when I brought it back to my hotel apartment 8mins walk later. 😀

Yes, you need to eat here at least once, even if you're not a fish & chips person. Some of the best you'll ever get. No, you will need to take away from this location and find somewhere to eat...I would recommend eating it promptly since, depending on what you put on it, it may cool/go soggy faster than you think. Staff is friendly and they keep the line moving, which is good since this is a small shop. Worth it to stop in a grab a meal for sure!

This takeout only joint hits the spot if you are looking for local fish & chips. The fish is delightfully crispy. The fries are average but the fish, delicious. Cute t-shirts too. A must try in Dublin.

We really enjoyed our food i can honestly say it was one of if not the best fish and chips we have had. The added crispy bits is amazing. The beef dripping really brings out the flavour, and the cod was thick and meaty. Very polite and friendly staff and was pleasantly surprised by the price. Definitely a thumbs up from us, well worth a try

Did order without fries but he gave me some anyway to try. As someone who generally doesn’t like fries I won’t comment on those but the fish was delicious and crispy. I also added some mushy peas and while they were a bit to runny for my liking they still tasted delicious!

Leo Burdock, established in 1913, stands as Dublin’s oldest fish and chip shop, offering a timeless culinary experience that continues to impress. Portion Size and Freshness: The servings are notably generous, with the fish portions being particularly substantial. Diners frequently commend the freshness of the fish, which is well-battered and excellently fried, making for an absolutely delicious meal. Value for Money: Considering the quality and quantity, the prices are reasonable, making it a worthwhile visit for both locals and tourists seeking authentic Irish cuisine. Service Speed: Despite its popularity and often long queues, especially during peak times, the staff manages to serve customers promptly without compromising on quality. Overall Satisfaction: Leo Burdock consistently delivers a satisfying dining experience, blending tradition with taste. The combination of generous portions, fresh ingredients, and efficient service ensures patrons leave content and eager to return. Ambiance: Located near Christ Church Cathedral, the original outlet is primarily a takeaway spot. For an added touch of Dublin charm, time your visit around 7 PM to enjoy your meal accompanied by the melodious chimes from the surrounding cathedrals, enhancing the overall experience. In summary, Leo Burdock offers a quintessential Dublin fish and chip experience, combining history, flavour, and ambiance in every visit.

Dublin's original fish & chips shop doesn't disappoint. It's take out only, but there's a church nearby with a beautiful park. The food was great, but watch out for the seagulls!!

I heard about this place because it's apparently the longest running chipper in Dublin. I knew I needed to try some authentic fish and chips while I was here and while I wasn't blown away, I was glad I tried it. The inside is super small and is takeaway only. The menu is pretty typical with different chipper classics. The food was packed away quickly and with care and was in the 15 euro range. I chose to eat my fish and chips in the courtyard of the Saint Patrick's Cathedral which is just across the street. The breading on the fish was a little thicker than I prefer. It didn't have as much seasoning as I expected and the tartar sauce was really the saving grace in terms of flavor. I think I like my batter on fish to be more light and crispy than the one at Leo's. If you're in the area, give it a try since it's a staple but don't expect anything special.

Delish fish and chips. We got the smoked cod and regular cod. I loved the smoked, wifey loved the regular. Great price. Lee, who works behind the counter was really cool and he gave me a few extra pieces to try other option. Great value and really good food with NO oily taste.

Service was good but the food was bland, dry, and overpriced. When you order/pay you're issued a little wooden knife and fork and one small cocktail napkin. The food was delivered to your table and the wait was short. You're expected to clean up after yourself and there's a fast turnover so the tables all need a wipe down. And they don't serve beer. We ate here due to their ads on the building, which were impressive. There's historical value here and the food may have been good once.

An absolute classic worth the hype! The fish & coops are great! The wine place is that of a great, classic chippy, and that's refreshing in an era of modern, over-fancy chip shops.

I looked forward to trying the "Best Fish & Chips" and was unimpressed. Is this place really where just send tourists for fun? It was awful. Presentation was actually fun and looked great with the fish laying on the fries in a nice box and splash of malt vinegar. Sounds good, right? Wrong. The batter was crispy, but the fish was sorta dry and overcooked. The fries...well, they tasted fishy. Verdict-two thumbs down

Best Fish and Chips ever... Wanted some Fish and Chips while we were in Dublin, this location was around the corner from our hotel and we decided to get a snack, large portion enough for two of us and a very reasonable price. Cooked fresh and fast. Staff was very friendly and attentive. Would go back again and again. Highly recommended.

This came highly recommended to me by a dear friend and didn't disappoint. The guys inside were very warm and friendly while my food was packaged. I ordered the cod and chips and it hit the spot after a long day of walking. Highly recommend!

The chips were perfect. I'd go back everyday for these if I could. Perfect thickness. Nicely salted. Excellent with the malt vinegar. The fish is flaky and well cooked. It's noise with a crispy exterior. Could use more salt on the fish itself, but extra malt vinegar could help. No seating at the Christchurch location, so you'll need to find a nearby park or bench to consume.

Best fish and chips in Dublin. Take away only but worth it! Only meal we had more than once in Dublin.

Great fish is a very traditional Irish setting. Large portion easily fed 2 of us. Loved Dublin. Would return here for a quick lunch if we go back.

Takeaway service only. Line moves very quickly. Service was very friendly. Portion was massive. The food? I'd say average as I've had much better fish and chips in other places. Got the cod and chips. Freshly made but they didn't provide any tartar sauce nor ketchup (I asked). The guy sprinkled salt and some vinegar before wrapping. It was kinda bland. And the batter is pretty thick. I ended up peeling it off.

Small take out only fish and chips that came recommended by my research and taxi driver recommendation. It was fabulous!!!!! The fish (cod) was moist and flaky, the breading light and crispy. The chips were perfectly salted and everything was piping hot. It was still warm when I walked back to hotel a mile away.

Fish and chips were good. Service was excellent. This is a quick and go place. If you don't want to spend your time sitting in some restaurant for decent food this is a great alternative.

We were told this is the best fish & chips in Ireland. I hope not. We asked for extra crispy and it wasn't. The chips were kind of soggy. At best this was average food quality. On another note the service was great!!!! My wife likes vinegar on hers and I don't. They cut the order in 1/2 to please us both. Great job n that

I cannot imagine why, other than monster portions, folks rave about this place. Greasy fish and soggy chips. If that's your vibe, it's amazing.

We asked our taxi driver where the best fish and chips were in Dublin, and he said "There's only one place - Leo Burdock"! We took him up on his recommendation, and we're so glad that we did. Leo Burdock's is takeaway only, so we ate at one of the tables outside Christ Church. Multiple people passing by asked us where we got it, and there was a line out the door when we walked by it after we had eaten! Absolutely delicious, and loved their garlic Mayo to go with it. Definitely won't get anything like this back home in America!

Some of the best fish'n'chips I've ever had: fresh fish, very crispy batter, fast, affordable - very pleasant staff. We ate at the benches of a nearby church, as there was no seating. Highly recommend getting salt and vinegar on the fish, it highly benefits from the flavor even if you're not a vinegar lover - it's mild. While the fish was absolutely perfect, the chips weren't to my taste, not fried to a real crispiness, almost like well cooked fresh potatoes but not crispy chips. All that said, I'll definitely be back when I get the craving in Dublin.

I had been trying to get to this place around from my hotel as soon as I passed by here. The fish and chips were very good and the guy working behind the counter is very personable. As far as one of UK's most iconic meals, I gotta say it was good but very similar quality and taste as many others I have had here in Dublin and around the world. Unfortunately they have no seating and we have experienced rain in the last few days so I was able to enjoy it when we took it back to our hotel lobby right around the corner. Surprisingly, the hotel lobby was busy most of the day but we finally got to sit and enjoy the fish and chips. What we did NOT enjoy at all was the sausage and chips. I mean who goes to a "famous" fish & Chips place and orders sausage. Well my daughter did and it was NOT good. The question was whether it was simply NOT great or just OK but the true answer is that it was NOT good. I won't put too much blame on Leo Burdock's for that, people don't come for the sausage but if you're going to put it on the menu, well you should do a bang up job [did you see what I did there :) ].

Ordered fish and chips tonight from Leo Burdock. It was a disaster. I'm from the Pacific Northwest in America, where we have fish and seafood easily the equal of that in Ireland, allowing that Ireland has some specialties unique to the Atlantic. But throughout the Pacific NW, from the Northern California coast through Oregon and Washington, up through British Columbia and Alaska, there are thousands of restaurants that serve cod fish and chips. I've eaten in dozens of places over the 54 years I've lived in the Pacific NW, and the fish and chips from Leo Burdock were by far, by a long, long way, the worst I've ever had. They were so bad, I took two small bites and threw the whole meal in a lovely trash can along the river LIffey. What was so bad, you ask? When I walked in the place smelled bad, like old grease, like floors that rarely get cleaned, like things I can't even describe. In my head a small voice suggested I leave, with the thought that if the food was anything like the smell, I was in trouble. But I believed the sign, that there was something historic and epic about these fish and chips. When I ordered, I specified that I did not want salt on the chips. I have a heart condition and try to limit salt. The man who took the order repeated what I asked for and assured me "no salt". Then I waited for maybe 9 or 10 minutes. When the order was ready, the same man handed me the bag and immediately informed me it had salt. Then he gave a thumbs up and said, "it's ok?" I said, no, it's not ok. That was the start. Walking back to my hotel, I smelled the contents. They smelled like the store, not a good sign. Getting to my room, I ate one chip and took two bites of the fish. There was no real flavor. I've never had fish and chips where the fish had no flavor. Well, that's not true. The fish was also extremely greasy. So there were flavors: grease and that distinct "taste" of the restaurant that I can't really describe. And that's it. Screwed up the order, greasy food, and no flavor. The place said it was genuine Irish fish and chips. If that indeed was the Irish version, I'll stick to the Pacific NW. And if any of you reading this are going to the American west coast in the future, come to Oregon, and try the fish and chips there. See what you think.

This is my second effort with Leo Burdock's, but first time at this location. I thought, maybe the OG location would be far better than the other place (granted it was over 10 years ago). I'm just not impressed. Yes, I'm American, I didn't grow up with chippys around, maybe it's a British Isles thing... but I've never been that wowed with fish n chips, especially ones reputed to be the best in a particular area. I used to live in Seattle and have had better there. It also seems pretty expensive for food of its kind, being a tiny grungy hole in the wall with no seating. Personally, it does nothing for me. If you're a tourist, maybe worth a try just to say you've done it but don't expect too much.

I got the fish and chips here for dinner. The fish was good, but the fries were soggy and undercooked; I ended up not being able to finish them. Service is pretty quick, and there are a lot of seats to choose from.

This is why I don't trust yelp , overpriced and over hyped, tried last night and it was not good, it was greasy and lacked flavor

Absolutely amazing food with great service. Fish and chips came to our table fresh and hot. Definitely recommend the smoked cod. Graham took time to speak with us about our travels and recommended some nice spots to visit. Great Host, great food. Hit the spot 5 stars

THE BEST fish and chips I have ever had! We got a few orders of the smoked haddock, and oh my stars, it was so delicious! Their chips are also fantastic. Service was great as well and we had a nice conversation with Graham who told us many great stories and offered recommendations for the rest of our visit. I had hoped to return for another round but ran out of time. We will definitely be back!

Overhyped. Fresh fish but so oily and tasteless batter. I did a takeaway so did not sit and check the ambience.

Stopped in because this place had come highly recommended from various people since I arrived in Dublin as "the best" fish and chips so I tried it. I ordered the smoked cod because it was different than just plain fish. The fish itself was pretty good, the batter seemed a little undercooked and mushy in places, it's definitley not a fish to add malt vinegar to as it's a little saltier with the smoked flavor. The fish was very dense and the batter was as well...definitely not light and crispy. The chips, for me, is a whole other story..maybe it's just the way chips are done in Ireland but the potatoes were very chunky and weren't fried crispy so they were sort of mushy and got worse as they sat. I guess maybe I've gotten more used to a shoestring type chip but this were pretty much in edible for me..you get a huge portion and maybe you can request they be fried for longer to be more crispy but at a place that specializes in chips I didn't think about that option. I'm glad I tried this place but I will keep searching for my own "best of"

Best fish n chips we have ever had! The staff was so friendly and accommodating. A true gem.

Leo Burdock's was highly recommended by our taxi driver. We went to the Temple Bar location and had 2 orders of the fish and chips. The portions were massive as the taxi driver said they would be. The fish was a bit overcooked and somewhat dry but the breading was very good. The chips left a lot to be desired. They were undercooked and not hot. We ate at the location and there was only 1 other couple in the restaurant, so there was no reason for the chips not to be cooked properly. The servers were very cordial and helpful and delivered the food to our table. The dining area is not very large and the ambiance is just ok. Maybe the Christchurch location would have been better.

If you visit Dublin Burdocks is a must eat! Delicious Fish and Chips yummy! Burdocks Christchurch is the best one to go to.

It was cold and rainy, a take out spot with no seating, so found a tree at the St. Patrick's Green to eat under, while fighting off the seagulls. A bit of a line to place the order, but the two men working were fast, friendly, and efficient, and we walked out with a smoked for fish and chips with garlic sauce, and cod goujones and chips. Everything was hot enough to burn your mouth even after walking for five minutes, trying to find a spot to sit. Not sure if it's the best fish and chips we've had, but it's definitely up there as one of the best.

The people working there were exceptionally friendly and the place was rather cozy, but the fish n chips were mediocre.

The good: the staff were friendly, personable, and service was fast and efficient. And they were fun too. We really liked the staff here. The bad: the fish and chips. The fish wasn't fresh and you could taste how un-fresh it was, the batter was bland, and the oil... yeah. The oil was old, stale, burnt, should have been dumped days ago and replaced instead of used again and again. Many years ago, a friend coached me on what cooking oils should, and shouldn't, taste like - and the frying oil destroyed the meal here. For me, the fish and chips from Leo Burdock were almost inedible because of the burnt and going-bad taste of the cooking oil. I tried to pick the coating off my fish and eat it, but the fish wasn't fresh enough to enjoy even with lots of ketchup, and I finally gave up partway through even though I was still hungry. Unfortunately, spouse finished his and ended up with a bad case of indigestion.

it was incredible! such a good experience! quick, easy, and near so many good places to sit and eat! best fish and chips i had during my whole 10 days in Ireland, and definitely worth the price! (servings were huge and could easily be shared as a lunch for two!) highly recommend!

Gross! Old! Bad! Rip off! Fish was mostly burnt crust and of a terrible quality. Chips were soggy. Tourist trap.

Great location if you're in the Christchurch area. The meal is essentially a large piece of battered fish on top of a basket of fries. it can be ordered with salt or vinegar and salt. For me.... The fish was so bland and soggy. It was my first meal in Ireland and I was disappointed. Many locals lined up to order this. Maybe if I try it again I will change my mind as the place had a line out the door. I'll never know as I'm from the US. Would I try it again if I had the opportunity? Probably not. This place is like a stand - you walk inside and order to go. There's no place to sit.

Can't visit Ireland without a stop at Leo Burdock's for their famous fish n chips. The fish was crispy, flaky, and freshly fried and was perfect with some malt vinegar and tartar sauce. The chips were great as well! Good portion for the price. There's no seating inside but it was a beautiful day so I found a spot at the courtyard down the block.

How To Lose Business 101 1) Don't acknowledge people waiting to order 2) Be rude, and don't say excuse me to pass my girlfriend, just expect her to have eyes at the back of her head 3) Openly talk shit about customers due to their order size Yup, not supporting a place like that, even if they're "famous" Fuck outta here.

Wow. What a let down. We love our fish and chips and after hearing about this spot from the locals and from my trustworthy yelp we were very eager to try "the best Fish and chips in Dublin". No. They were not the best fish n chips in Dublin. My daughter made it a point to eat fish and chips every day while we were visiting and she was not a fan either. The fish portion is HUGE. But doughy and lacking in any flavor. The small take away spot doesn't offer any small packets of malt vinegar which is an abomination. That could have saved the taste of the bland fish but alas there was none. The fries were too thick and not good either. I don't recommend.

The fish was decent, though I expected it to be traditionally made instead of using semi-frozen battered fish in hot oil. Nevertheless, it was okay, but not great.

Absolutely horrible. Fish was dry, tasteless and the batter was mushy. Chips were soggy. Even salt vinegar and prepackaged tartar couldn't help. Two bites and €28 went into the bin. Worst fish and chips ever.

Overpriced ($20 for a fish sandwich??!) and similar ambience & attitude to a stuck up wine bar. NOT a true "chippy". At all. Also no place to sit bc it's so tiny. I had to take my $40 worth of painfully overpriced fish and chips to the public square to eat. Don't recommend.

So often when you're traveling and searching out those "must go-to" places, you just feel like you're automatically inclined to love it. Well, believe all the other yelpers on this one. It's unfortunate too cause this was another joint recommended by the free walking tour local guide. The combo was €10.25. I like my food to be well seasoned, hell I'll admit it, I should probably lay off the salt pours. But even with the request for extra salt and vinegar, the fish and chips were so underwhelmingly underseasoned. I was being stingy and didn't want to pay extra for the side of ketchup (preposterous!), so eventually the heap of fries had too much of a mundane, boring taste that I couldn't finish them. And I am not one to leave food behind uneaten. Now based on others' experiences, one would assume that having it to-go would end up with a greasy, soggy mess. I actually brought it back to my hostel and popped it in the convection oven to crisp right back up, which is really, I think, its only saving grace. The fish was plentiful and flaky, but seriously needed some more TLC (ie. More salt, more vinegar, and fresh lemon). Re-baking it also rendered out a huge pool of oil that could clog your arteries upon sight. Overall, do it for the gram/Snapchat. It is quite an impressive portion. I advise sharing it among a few just to get the taste, then move on. Otherwise you'll feel like a grease blob that wasted a whole meal on this mess.

Probably one of my favorite fish and chip spots in all of Dublin. On my most recent trip back to Ireland, my boyfriend and I stopped in for a quick bite to eat before catching our flight out of the country. The service was fast and friendly. And the portions are huge for the price. The chips really helped to soak up all of the Guinness we had drank. And their garlic sauce for dipping is out of this world.

Leo Burdock's came highly recommended but unfortunately fell flat. Greasy, soggy fish and under cooked chips.

I'm going to echo a few other yelpers that said this place wasn't that great. We ordered a fish and chips meal to go since there was no place, not even standing tables to eat in. We get back to our airbnb and start to dig in. The fish had no taste at all even if you put salt on it which we asked for. The fries also had no taste and had to dip it in ketchup to make it enjoyable. The fish was soggy and greasy too. It looked nice and flakey though when I cut into it. The only thing good really about my meal was that there was a lot of it. So it was more of a volume thing, then the food actually tasting good. When I'm back in Dublin, I'll for sure try another fish and chips place but unfortunately, I won't be coming back to Leo Burdock.

Overall Value: So disappointing! Probably the worst meal we had in Ireland. The portion sizes were big, I'll give them that. But ugh, no flavor whatsoever. It was aggressively bland. It's one of those meals we immediately regretted - if I'm going to pig out on fried food, it should be good! I'm only giving it two stars because of the portion sizes. If you must try it, do yourself a favor and get a single portion to split. The Food: My wife and I both got the traditional fresh cod (€7.20 each), because they've been doing it for 100 years - why mess around and get anything but the best? We got it with salt and vinegar, but no flavor really came through - maybe oily? Is that a flavor on its own? Both the fish and the chips tasted like that. The portions were huge, but after a few bites we realized we really should have just gotten one of these things to try before doubling down on two orders. They offer sauces (but they cost extra) that we passed up, so maybe those would have helped. They certainly couldn't have hurt. So confused by the positive reviews and how this place is an institution. Thankfully, other fish n'chips spots we went to later redeemed the dish for us. Space and Pace: It's a tiny little shop that is strictly take out. There was a decent sized line out the door, which added to the high hopes (which were soon to be dashed). After picking up our order, we took it to a nearby park where a large group of seagulls were eyeing the food. I don't feed wildlife, but I almost made an exception here. Service: Young workers who were a combination of indifferent and aloof.

Sitting on the curb, in the rain, eating the BEST fish and chips!! Everyone suggested Burdocks and I'm glad we made it on our last day in Ireland!! Totally worth it!

Burdock's is an institution in Dublin and one of my favourite places to visit while in Ireland. Located on a quiet street just around the corner from Christchurch Cathedral, you wouldn't think it was home to a world-rebounded fish and chip restaurant. While it is definitely a tourist trap, Burdock's harks back to an older Dublin where fish and chips were served in newspaper and the food was tasty and simple. There are no frills here, nor will you find a place to eat your food. My recommendation is to go eat in the park near the Cathedral or find a bench. The prices have definitely risen over the years but the food is consistently good and the quality is definitely there. If you are looking for authentic fish and chips in Dublin you really can't go wrong. As a side note, the food can be greasy so ask for napkins and cutlery - they have them behind the counter.

To be at a rating of 4 stars I was disappointed in this place. The serving size of the cod and chips was very generous but the fish was just okay and the chips were soggy and not that good. Also it should not cost 2 Euros for ketchup or tarter sauce. For the price of the fish and chips the sauces should be included. I would not eat here again.