Eat · Temple Bar and Dublin Castle
Leo Burdock's Fish and ChipsLeo Burdock's, Werburgh Street
A takeaway fish-and-chip shop by Christ Church, open since 1913: order at the counter, eat on a bench in the nearby park, and expect a queue at lunch and on Friday nights.
Key facts
- Per person
- €10–18 (≈ US$12–25)
- Irish
- Hours
- unknown
- see note below
- Walk in
- 11:30–12:00
- easiest window
- Seating
- counter
- Card
- yes
- Getting there
- Werburgh Street, a 3-minute walk from Christ Church Cathedral
- 3 min walk
Go now?
Open?
Opens around midday; closes in the evening (check)
Busy this hour
Estimate by hour below
Easiest walk-in
11:30–12:00
Reservations
Walk-in, no reservation
Paying
Bring cash
Per person
€10–18 (≈ US$12–25)2026 estimate · check
- Fish and chips since 1913
- Takeaway by Christ Church
- Eat in the park
- Order: Fish and chips
- Counter seating
- Walk-in window: 11:30–12:00
- Queue risk: 12:30–14:00
- Bring cash
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Map & directions
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Plan
When you can walk in, what to order, how to pay
Walk-in windows
A walk-in lunch is only planned as primary when your arrival lands outside the “impossible” window.
When to go, hour by hour
Quietest listed hour: 11:00 (quiet).
- 11:00quietlittle or no waitFresh oil, shortest queue
- 12:00busya short wait is possible
- 13:00heavyexpect a lineLunch peak
- 14:00busya short wait is possible
- 15:00lightlittle or no wait
- 16:00lightlittle or no wait
- 17:00busya short wait is possible
- 18:00busya short wait is possibleFriday evenings queue out the door
Desk estimate of crowd on a weekday; Friday evenings and sunny weekends run one level higher. Not live data. No line length is on file, so waits are in words.
How to order here
The order of play at the counter or table, what to say, how much to order and how to pay.
- 1Eat outdoors: St Patrick’s Park and Christ Church grounds are both nearby, and there is little seating in the shop.
No shared language? Tap dishes in the order builder below and show the waiter the full-screen list in the local script. For a printed menu, translate a photo of it.
What to say
| In English | Say or show | Sounds like |
|---|---|---|
| Hello | Dia duit | dee-ah gwit |
| Goodbye | Slán | slawn |
| Thank you | Go raibh maith agat | guh rev mah ug-ut |
Portions and sharing
- Smaller fish and chips: A smaller portion for one person.
Extras, condiments and what costs extra
- Say whether you want salt and vinegar on the chips; they are added at the counter.
- Sauces and extras: Charged per tub — One sauce is usually enough for two.
Paying and tipping
Sit-down restaurants: about 10–15%, close to US habits.
- Queue at the counter, order fish and chips together and pay first.
- Check the size on the board; the smaller fish is enough for a snack.
- Cards and cash are both usually accepted; confirm at the counter.
- Tipping: About 10–12.5% in restaurants without a service charge; not expected for a pint at the bar; round up for taxis.
- Check whether service is already on the bill; if it is, no extra tip is needed.
At the table
- Do not carry it into a cathedral or museum; take the bag to a bench.
- Look for a busy pub or café with a short menu; a long list of every dish is a sign of a tourist kitchen.
- Book dinner on Friday and Saturday, and book weeks ahead for a Michelin-starred table.
Price and paying
- Typical spend
- €10–18 (≈ US$12–25) per person for fish and chips (2026 estimate)
Paying
Accepted.
Contactless is widely accepted (check).
Not applicable in Ireland.
Apple Pay and Google Pay work with contactless.
Diet and allergies
Yes means there is something for you; ask means possible with care; no means go elsewhere.
- Vegetarianask
Chips only; fryer oil is shared.
Show: Do you have anything without fish?
- Veganno
Shared fryer and fish batter.
- Halalno
No halal certification known (check).
- Gluten-freeno
Batter and shared fryer.
Show: Is there anything without batter?
- Nut allergyask
Ask staff about oil and shared surfaces.
- Allergyask
Ask staff directly; cross-contact is likely in a fryer.
Show: I have an allergy: what oil and batter do you use?
What is in the dishes
- Smaller fish and chipsSmall fish and chipsfish
- Battered sausage and chipsSausage and chipswheat · pork
Read from the menu names and notes; recipes vary and cross-contact is not tested. Check with the kitchen.
Who it suits, booking, closures
- How to book
- No bookings; walk-up counter.
- How far ahead
- Not needed
- No-show / cancel fee
- Not applicable
- Dress code
- None.
| When | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Late evening | check before you go | The shop closes in the evening; check the hours for today. |
| Christmas Day | check before you go | Closed on Christmas Day. |
On the ground
Hygiene and comfort
- Air
- Open-air: hot at midday, wet in rain
- Seating
- Standing or a shelf: no proper seats
- Kids
- kids' menu: no · stroller: ok · A familiar takeaway; eat at a bench outside
- Access
- step-free: check · A small shop; check the door step
Hygiene
- A busy takeaway with high turnover; ask for fresh fish if the tray looks old.
- Wipes are useful; there are no tables to wash.
Facts
- Reservations
- Not taken — Walk-up counter; no bookings.
- Capabilities
- food
- Getting there
- Werburgh Street, a 3-minute walk from Christ Church Cathedral · ~3 min walk
Cons
- A takeaway with almost no seating; expect to stand or eat outdoors.
- Queues at lunch, on Friday evenings and in tourist season.
- Cod prices rise with the season; check the board before ordering.
Ordering helpDish glossary · Price check
Dish glossary
| On the menu | What it is | Order it how |
|---|---|---|
| Cod and chips | Fried cod in batter with thick-cut chips. | Ask for a single or a large portion by size. |
| Batter burger | A beef patty in batter, a chip-shop classic. | Order with chips as a combo. |
| Single | A single portion of chips; sold by size. | Say "a single of chips". |
| Mushy peas | Mashed marrowfat peas served hot. | Ask by name at the counter; not always available. |
Price check
- locals pay
- A standard cod and chips is the same price for everyone; a single fish is around €8–12 (≈ US$10–14) (2026 estimate).
- tourist price
- Prices are posted on the board; there is no separate tourist price.
- rule
- Check the size on the board; the smaller fish is enough for a snack.
| Extra on the table | Typical charge | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Sauces and extras | Charged per tub | One sauce is usually enough for two. |
Deep dive
Questions, nearby food and sources
Questions and answers
Can I eat inside?
There is little seating; most people take it away.
Checked 2026-09-28 · Voykit desk
Is Leo Burdock good?
It is a long-running Dublin chip shop with a simple menu; the queue is the sign it is popular. For a better seat, eat at a pub instead.
Where do I eat it?
Take it to a bench in St Patrick’s Park or Christ Church grounds; there is little seating in the shop.
How much does it cost?
About €10–18 (≈ US$12–25) for fish and chips (2026 estimate).
Is it open late?
Not into the night; check today’s hours on a map before you go.
Can I pay by card?
Usually yes, but carry a few euro for safety.
Nearby alternatives
If it is closed or the line is too long
- Queen of Tarts7 min walkA seated café for tea and cake afterwards.
- The Brazen Head8 min walkA pub with trad music in the evening.Reserve ahead
- Cornucopia15 min walkA seated vegetarian lunch instead.
- Kehoe's12 min walkA Victorian pub with wooden snugs off Grafton Street: a good first pint or an early-evening stop, quieter than Temple Bar; order at the bar, and stay for one round rather than a meal.
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Nearby
Straight-line distance; walk time adds 30% for streets.
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Sources
- officialFáilte Ireland (national tourism authority)
- secondaryWikivoyage — Dublin