Reviews - Rustic Bar

Beer, Wine, Casual

Reviews summary

Overall Total Score
3.7 out of 5
Very good | 79 reviews

Reviews from various users

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Last update : 15.04.2023

4.6 ★ from 12 reviews
aiden-96
05.07.2022

We're fans of the Rustic Stone sooo, when we bumped into the Bar Rustic signage on our way home, we had to take a look! And, we looked, and then we sat,

juho-13
25.08.2018

I've been a few times to Bar Rustic and I have brought quite a few friends alongMany of them seem to like it too.

reece-77
15.04.2023

We had a great time at Bonsai bar. The team was excellent and the bar staff were amazing. Overall, it was a fantastic experience.

gullvi
05.08.2017

First time in Bonsai Bar and definitely not the last!! Everything was incredible, Carolina was so friendly, the drinks were excellent and food was also very good. We had a great night!

rob-1780
20.12.2019

If you are looking for a bar with a great atmosphere and some unique drinks, do not look further than Bonsai Bar. This place is quickly one of my favorite spots in the city for its Asian inspired cocktails, excellent service and unbeatable ambience. Lucas and his team are attentive and personal and we always welcome and well maintained when we visit! Overall I can not recommend Bonsai Bar very enough

Rustic Bar draws praise for its inventive cocktail program, snug atmosphere and friendly front-of-house team, earning regulars with memorable drinks and tasty bar bites. Many guests highlight creative, beautifully presented cocktails and a warm, stylish interior that suits date nights and small celebrations. However, reviews also note recurring service problems: long waits for drinks during busy periods, signs of being understaffed upstairs and occasional inconsistencies in food quality and portion size. In short, Rustic Bar offers standout cocktails and ambiance but can struggle with speed and consistency at peak times.

Opentable

Last update : 11.10.2024

4.0 ★ from 67 reviews
opentable-diner-183
11.10.2024

Great cocktails and bar bites! Good tunes too! The staff made our occasion extra special, thank you

opentablediner
11.10.2024

Best Cocktail Bar in Dublin right now, the flavours are on another level

opentablediner
11.10.2024

Bonsai bar is a hidden little cocktail bar above Rustic Stone, found it tonight and loved everything about it, some pretty special cocktails

opentablediner
11.10.2024

Dinner at Bonsai Cocktail Bar was a unique experience! The fusion of Japanese cuisine with creative cocktails was delightful. The atmosphere was intimate, and the service was attentive. Definitely worth a visit for a memorable dining experience!

opentable-diner-180
11.10.2024

First time in Bonsai Bar and we will definitely be back! They have a really great drinks list, tasty bar bites and really nice staff! Thank you

FAQ

Some guests find the drinks on the pricier side, reflecting the high-end presentation and creative recipes.

During quieter times service can be prompt, but reviews frequently report long wait times for drinks during busy periods.

Rustic Bar can be busy and crowded, and several reviews mention long waits for drinks and occasional queues during peak hours.

Most guests note friendly, helpful staff who enhance the visit, though staff can appear visibly stressed when the venue is understaffed.

A small number of reviews call out operational slowdowns at the bar, like delays in glassware turnaround, which have affected service speed.

Reviews are mixed — many recommend it for cocktails, ambiance and friendly staff, but several caution about long drink waits and inconsistent food.

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