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Reviews for The Craic Irish Bar

by Suzanne C.
3rd January 2013

Mussells were very well cooked but very small so would have expected more for the price. Tomato juice tasted like flavoured water so when I paid the bill I asked what sort it was- said that it was watery and was told ‘maybe I didn’t shake it enough’- for $7 a glass I think that a decent shake before pouring is a no-brainer. won’t be hurrying back anytime soon.

Comment from Claire G. of The Craic Irish Bar 3/01/2013    Hide »

Hi Suzanne, Thank you for your comments, we use Green Lipped…    More »

Hi Suzanne,

Thank you for your comments, we use Green Lipped Mussels known for their flavour rather than their size but we will have another look at the quality that we are getting from our supplier. We also use a good quality Keri Tomato Juice for $5 a glass, as I said at the time, I was sorry the error lay with myself as I may not have shaken up the new bottle enough before pouring. Had a known you were unhappy with the juice during your meal I would have been more than happy to make you another one.

Thank you for your comments.

Claire Grenfell
Owner & Manager

by Anna
26th July 2012

This was our first dining experience in Dunedin, and we were very satisfied.

Dunedin restaurants lack culture and personality. I think Craic has it right. I ordered Braised Hare. It was so tender, it melted in my mouth. My husband had Bangers n Mash, and was equally pleased with his order. This was also the place that offered our first (of many) taste of Magners cider.

It’s a small bar. But cosy, unique with excellent food. We will definitely be back for more.

by Rebecca H.
28th May 2012

My partner took me out here for my birthday dinner on Saturday night, he ordered the steak sandwich and I had the mussel pot as a main. The steak sandwich was huge, but unfortunately the mussel “pot” which was actually a bowl of mussels left me hungry, we asked if they accidentally sent out the entree size, we were told that an entree would only have consisted of 5-6 mussels. I’ve ordered mussel pots at other restaurants and they have been quite substantial 20-25 mussels, the craic serving size are substantially smaller (lucky if it were a dozen) – very odd considering the huge size of other meals. Went elsewhere for desert.

Comment from Claire G. of The Craic Irish Bar 21/06/2012    Hide »

Dear R.M, I was sorry to hear that you found the size of the…    More »

Dear R.M,

I was sorry to hear that you found the size of the main mussel dish inadequate when you and your husband dined with us recently. We have priced the main dish at $20.50 for 12 to 14 mussels, salad and ciabatta bread in order to keep it at an affordable price. We would have been more than happy to offer you extra mussels at an extra cost, I have spoken to the staff to ensure they offer this in the future.

Thank you again for the feedback, we have just updated our menu and now list the number of mussels in each dish to avoid confusion.

Kind regards

Claire Grenfell (Owner & Manager)

by What?
7th December 2010

Had dinner at the Craic tonight. This is probably the fifth time I have eaten here now, and have never been disappointed. The food is very tasty, the servings very generous, the atmosphere is nice (though far removed from “fine dining”)and all at very acceptable prices. Great selection of beers and a good wine list as well.
I’ll be back…

by Amanda
1st August 2009

I came here for lunch and really enjoyed the relaxed, comfortable atmosphere.

I had the pasta which was absolutely perfect! The staff were very friendly which I very much appreciated (it’s hard to come by these days)
I will definetly be back and recommend this place to other, thank you!

by Smithy
21st April 2009

Awesome little bar with great staff and atmosphere! Love it, great music too when they have a band

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