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Leo Burdock's

Dublin's oldest chipper, unchanged since 1913

  • CuisineFish and Chips
  • CategoryCasual
  • VibeNo-frills, historic takeaway
  • Rating★ 4.3
  • Price€ (cod and chips €12–€14 / ~$13.20–$15.40)
Leo Burdock's

A tiny takeaway counter just below Christ Church Cathedral that has served fried fish and chips since 1913. There is no seating at the original Werburgh Street shop — food is wrapped for takeaway, and the nearby Cathedral steps and Dubh Linn Garden are the classic spots to eat it.

Practical information for Leo Burdock's
Price € (cod and chips €12–€14 / ~$13.20–$15.40)
Hours Mon–Sat 12:00–23:00, Sun 13:00–23:00
Reservations Not accepted; queue and order at counter
Address 2 Werburgh Street, Dublin 8, D08 Ireland

Signature dishes

  • Cod and chips
  • Smoked cod and chips
  • Battered sausage

Good to know

Known for
Dublin's oldest and most famous chipper, open since 1913; takeaway only from the original Werburgh Street location

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Location

2 Werburgh Street, Dublin 8, D08 Ireland

53.3436, -6.2692 View on map

Highlights

  • Trading continuously from the same spot since 1913
  • Cash and card counter service, no seating on site
  • Frequently cited as Dublin's best fish and chips

Tips for visiting

  • Bring cash as a backup — queues move fast and card machines occasionally go down at peak times
  • Eat on the nearby Dubh Linn Garden lawn behind Dublin Castle, a two-minute walk, rather than standing at the counter