CLOSED: Govinda&#039;s - Merrion Row

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poor service and average food - Edit

Posted by itsmeagain on 19 May 2013.

Went in at 7pm Weds May 8th.A lone man staffed the cafe. Cafe looks down at heel, scruffy. We had less than piping hot veggie mashed up nondescript food , and we had later to be told by our waiter "no hot drinks cos our machine is not working." He refused to get me a chai, because coffee machine out of order. A white kettle was clearly visible, but we pursued it no further. Service was really poor and we paid and left.

Pros: vegan dishes, not too pricy

Cons: staff attitude, scruffy decor

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Great spot - Edit

Posted by Bendylion on 14 Oct 2012.

The best out of 3 govindas in the city centre,

Pros: good value, friendly, nice vibe

Cons: closes early sometimes

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worth going to - Edit

Posted by darren c on 10 Feb 2012.

really nice, healthy food. They do vegan food anyway. I think they have vegetarian too

Pros: very good value, friendly staff

Cons: not open 24 hrs a day :)

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Govinda's - always a delight to find - Edit

Posted by TRaeCH on 15 Sep 2010.

Some of the most reliable vegetarian food, at the best prices, spanning the globe. You can always count on Govinda's.

Seating is somewhat limited but there are stools along a pseudo bar-style counter lining part of the restaurant.

Servers are very friendly, not pushy, and will give you all the information you require about what they are serving on a particular day.

Ideal if in a rush or if you have the time to savor the deliciousness!

Pros: Price, Volunteer Staff, Consistently good food

Cons: A bit small

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Fantatsic - Edit

Posted by LeedsVeggie on 31 Aug 2010.

Great value and amazing taste! Tasty veggie Indian food in a basic setting. Fantatsic option.

Pros: Tasty food, Price, Location

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yummy - Edit

Posted by maryb on 10 Mar 2010.

super quick and large range of food goes on your plate. really only need the small plate because they load it on!

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Pretty good food, big bowls - Edit

Posted by wuthering on 04 Oct 2009.

We only had a bowl each of the soup of the day (it was dal) and it came with giant slices of bread. It was more than enough for a lunch, and at 4.95 euro, it wasn't a bad price, especially in Dublin. The other foods looked good, but a platter is 10 euro, so way too much for a lunch. Try one of their 'traditional Indian' desserts for an interesting flavour. It's nice to be in a veg place. Some dairy used.

Pros: totally vegetarian, interesting desserts

Cons: a bit too expensive

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Govinda's 3, Dublin - Edit

Posted by Stevie on 16 Dec 2008.

This is the third branch of Govinda's to open in Dublin. If you have been to either of the other to then you will know what to expect - they stick to the same tried and trusted formula that they have in the other two branches. Wholesome, tasty at reasonable prices dished out in decent portions. Vegan veggies are catered for.

This branch is located on Merrion Row along from St Stephen's Green.

Pros: Vegan veggie friendly, Centrally located, Open decent hours

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great food - Edit

Posted by Jade n Lucy on 09 Dec 2008.

I was so happy when this place opened up close to where I worked. Great Govinda's food at the same great prices. If you are hungry this is a super place. You can eat in or get take out and eat in Stephen's Green or Merrion Sq. Great stuff, thanks Govinda's.

Pros: yummy food, good value, good location