Irish · Limerick City Centre, Co. Limerick
Open now Closes at 23:30 4.7 on Google · 2,765 reviews
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| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 16:00 – 23:30 |
| Thursday today | 16:00 – 23:30 |
| Friday | 16:00 – 00:30 |
| Saturday | 14:00 – 02:30 |
| Sunday | 14:00 – 23:00 |
Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.
Full hours & directions3-4 Dock Road, Limerick City Centre, Co. Limerick, V94 VH4X
Set on Dock Road, Dolan’s is an Irish pub and kitchen in the heart of Limerick City Centre, Co. Limerick. Traditional Irish dishes sit alongside modern plates built on local produce.
Limerick Museum is around 860 m away, so it pairs well with a visit there. By rail, Limerick Colbert Station is the closest station at 910 m. Our Limerick City Centre guide currently covers 252 venues, so there is plenty nearby for comparison. The closest neighbouring restaurant is Clayton Hotel Limerick, 180 m away.
Good to know: takeaway, delivery, outdoor seating, table reservations and wheelchair access are available here. There are vegan and vegetarian choices, which is useful for mixed groups. It is open 5 days a week and closed on Monday and Tuesday. The earliest start is 2pm on Saturday, and the latest close is 2:30am on Saturday. On Google it holds 4.7 out of 5 from 2,765 reviews, with recent reviewers most often mentioning atmosphere, friendly staff and live music. Expect to spend around €20–30 per person.
| Cuisine | Irish |
|---|---|
| Type | Pub and kitchen |
| Price guide | €€€ (upscale) |
| Typical spend | €20–30 per person |
| Google rating | 4.7 / 5 from 2,765 reviews |
| Good for kids | Yes |
| Parking | Yes |
| Live music | Yes |
| Address | 3-4 Dock Road, Limerick City Centre, Co. Limerick, V94 VH4X |
| Eircode | V94 VH4X |
| Phone | +353 61 314 483 |
| Takeaway | Yes |
| Delivery | Yes |
| Outdoor seating | Yes |
| Reservations | Yes |
| Wheelchair access | Yes |
| Vegetarian options | Yes |
| Vegan options | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Open | 5 days a week · 45 hours in total |
| Nearest station | Limerick Colbert Station (910 m) |
| Nearby landmark | Limerick Museum (860 m) |
| From Dublin city centre | 177 km |
| Coordinates | 52.65883, -8.63821 |
At a glance
Details as published on the venue's public business listing; they can change, so confirm anything essential with the restaurant.
Menu highlights
Boiled loin of bacon, buttered cabbage, parsley sauce, mash
Dry-aged Irish sirloin, peppercorn sauce, onion rings, chips
Braised Wicklow lamb shank, rosemary jus, champ
Crispy wings tossed in house hot sauce with blue cheese dip
Butterscotch sauce, vanilla ice cream
Irish whiskey, hot coffee, brown sugar, lightly whipped cream
Typical dishes and approximate prices for this style of pub and kitchen. The restaurant's own menu and prices may differ.
Usually busiest around 7pm on Thursdays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for irish venues — not live data.
What recent reviewers mention most:
AtmosphereFriendly staffLive musicBusy at peak timesTasty food
Dolans Pub was a great local spot to visit and was within walking distance of my hotel. The service was quick, friendly, and attentive from start to finish.
The food was excellent, and I enjoyed trying some new dishes. The staff gave great recommendations, and their daily specials were definitely worth checking out.
If you’re in the area, I would absolutely recommend stopping by Dolans Pub for a great meal and welcoming atmosphere.
Absolutely loved Dolan’s Pub. Honestly, this place exceeded my expectations of what an Irish pub would even be.
The atmosphere is incredible. Live music, packed energy, people laughing, conversations happening everywhere, and that warm classic pub feeling that somehow feels both lively and cozy at the same time. It felt authentic without feeling forced or touristy.
What surprised me most was how good the food was. A lot of pubs around the world get by purely on atmosphere, but the menu here genuinely impressed me. The wings were fantastic, the steak was excellent, and the stew… wow. The stew was legitimately life changing. Rich, comforting, flavorful, and exactly the kind of meal you hope to experience in Ireland.
This ended up being one of the highlights of my time in Limerick. If you are visiting the city, this is an absolute must visit. Great music, great food, great people, and the kind of place that makes you want to stay way longer than you planned.
We had a wonderful experience here! The food was absolutely delicious, and the service was outstanding.
We had walked past several places because we wanted somewhere we could sit down and enjoy a proper meal rather than just grab a takeaway. We’re so glad we chose this restaurant.
We were told the food would take around 20 minutes, but everything arrived much sooner than expected. Most importantly, it was fresh, hot, and incredibly tasty.
A special thank you to our waitress, Alena. She was friendly, attentive, and genuinely made us feel welcome. We’d also like to ask the management to recognise her for her excellent customer service and positive attitude. Compared to some of the other staff, she was especially caring, responsive, and attentive, which made our visit even more enjoyable.
Thank you for such a lovely dining experience. We will definitely be back!
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Write the first reviewDolan’s is located at 3-4 Dock Road, Limerick City Centre, Co. Limerick, V94 VH4X. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
Yes. On Sundays the listed hours are 14:00 – 23:00.
It is open right now and closes at 23:30 (Irish time).
Yes, takeaway is available.
Yes, the venue is recorded as wheelchair accessible.
Yes. Reservations are accepted — call +353 61 314 483 to book.
The closest alternatives are Clayton Hotel Limerick (180 m), Grill Bar & Restaurant (200 m) and Indian spice kitchen (250 m).
Dolan’s has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 on Google, based on 2,765 public reviews. Reviewers often mention atmosphere, friendly staff and live music.
Most diners report spending about €20–30 per person.
Yes — it is listed as family friendly and offers a kids' menu.
Limerick Colbert Station is about 910 m away, roughly 11 minutes on foot.
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