The Universal Bar

The Universal Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Laura

   Minneapolis - St. Paul2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 3 May 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   What a great place to go for amazing food in a quaint Dublin pub!
   

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   rhea

   Dublin1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 25 April 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had an excellent night. The food was delicious and the cocktails even better. We were a group of 9 and the service was top notch
   

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   Carmel

   Connacht2 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on 24 April 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   I have eaten in the universal in the past and had a lovely meal, unfortunately this time was a different experience. The service was very poor consistently throughout the meal. It wasn't that busy so there was no apparent reason for this. Had to ask for cutlery, extra drink, the bill etc multiple times from different staff before we got them. No one came to us during the dinner to ask if we needed anything. I had to go to the bar to ask for an extra glass of wine with dinner and I had to walk back up to the bar to get it as the server just left it there and did not bring it to the table. That's only just a few examples of things that happened. Food wise: The starter was not cooked properly, was a wedge of luke warm red cabbage. Main course and dessert were fine. Maybe it was just an off night for them, but it did effect the meal experience throughout.
   

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   Philip VIP

   Dublin1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 4 April 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Fantastic food, wine and ambience, will be returning!
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 15 March 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was tasty but over priced for portion size. First time I’ve eaten sole on the bone the size of two fish fingers
   

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   Damien

   Dublin1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 21 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing gem in the city!! 10/10 have to say gorgeous
   

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   Emmett

   Connacht1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 16 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Easily my favourite restaurant in Galway. Plates of elegant, delicious food and quiet, unassuming, friendly staff make The Universal a joy to dine in. I recommend this place to everyone who asks and will continue to do so.
   

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   Colm

   Connacht1 review

   2.0

   Dined on 15 February 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 1

   Food good but portion sizes too small and tables way too close together. Wine prices extortionate
   

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   John

   Dublin1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 15 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Incredibly tasty food, very attentive staff, all in a lovely and calm setting. Cocktails were amazing and Cian was very helpful with his knowledge of each one! Would highly recommend for a date night or even just for a few drinks with friends.
   

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    Patrick

    London8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Lovely evening. Cool bar, tasty food, great drinks selection, strong cocktails!
    

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