searson's on baggot street near the canal is one of those pubs that'll forever be on your 'safe bet' list - if all other options fizzle out, or if no particular place can be decided/agreed upon, searson's it shall be! a pub that serves some amazing food all day long in a lovely environment, this most definitely isn't a place you'd be going to for just a tipple.
they've got live music on the weekends, and during the night on weekdays, there's always quite a buzz around the bar, while the dining section generates its own buzz. theroastchicken here is quite popular, and i can understand why. roasted to perfection, with the meat still tender and juicy (and not stringy), the chicken and the beef ribs are excellent examples of how to grill meat on the bone (and off it). i've also had theroastleg of lamb, and it was absolutely divine. the burgers here are quite decent, although i wouldn't rave about them. the fish & chips as well as the papilloté were both wonderfully done - beautifully cooked and presented.
the service is quite attentive and proactive, and there wasn't anything really to complain about. if you're anywhere near the baggot street area, searson's will always be a safe bet for you.