Irish Goods, Dublin

Any vending machine in any station or airport will sell these delightful, and delicious crisps for 80c. They are the nations favourite. I chose cheese and onion.

"3 out of 4 people prefer Tayto" - (That's what it claims on the packet) I wonder what the fourth one prefers??

What to buy: Soft drinks/crisps/chocolates/sweets

What to pay: Up to a couple of Euros

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Whether I am traveling for business or pleasure I always bring my grandson (Leo) a gift. I will usually try to pick up a plush teddy bear with t-shirt of the country's emblem, or any stuffed animal that would be associated with the country.

During my first visit to Dublin I stumbled upon Carroll's Irish Gifts here on O'Connell Street. This is one of those souvenir shops that has everything "Irish" you can think of. The store is quite large with many different items whether tacky or not, to take back home to your loved one, or for your own pleasure.

Prices are reasonable and what I really liked about this store is they have a very large selection of rugby and soccer items as well as assortments of chocolate, jewelry, house goods and of course those little leprechuns.

What to buy: I purchased some chocolate, a fridge magnet, cut polo shirt for Leo and a small snow globe. I didn't find a bear I liked at this store though.

What to pay: Very reasonable

Carroll's is a chain that you'll see all over Dublin. They are a self-proclaimed, "Irish Gift Store" and have a great selection of low-to mid grade quality items. The largest and best location is location on Westmoreland Street beside the O'Connell Bridge.

I went in before I left to pick up some small souvenirs for some co-workers and my pocket book didn't suffer too badly.

You can find all measure of Irish goods over here at reasonable prices. Fridge magnets, t-shirts, pens, baubles, cds etc. Carrolls are all over Dublin almost every street corner but they stock a great variety of items

You can find all your Guinness memorabillia at the Guinness storehouse,you can buy t.shirts,glasses,hats just about everything.There are also lots of shops all over Dublin selling the merchandise great for a souvenir to take home.

This chain has many shops in the city, and you may even get to see their own van driving around, as I did!

Nice selection of souvenirs of various kinds, you're bound to find something(s) that tickles your fancy :)

The shops are big, with things laid out and displayed very neatly.

What to buy: A cool leprechaun magnet was my favourite (holding the tricolour!), but I'm sure you will like many other things.

What to pay: The sky is the limit ;)

No really, their prices are VERY good, probably the most competitive around. You can even buy online :)

This tip is offered with tongue in cheek...but when I visit another country I have to make a stop in the grocery store to see what things I can bring home for my kitchen. Maybe you do the same...
Rhubarb, yes they have it in the Spring, and we brought some home to Italy as Italians don't have a clue as to what rhubarb is. Rubabaro...
Chedder Cheese, can't find yellow cheese in Italy, either.
Another kind of paprika for the shelf, whole wheat flour, spices.
Gourmet Salt

What to buy: It doesn't have to be from Ireland, just unusual to where you live.

Carroll's Irish Gift Stores is a chain of souvenir shops that we discovered in Dublin. The largest store is probably the one on O'Connell Street.

We managed to buy all our souvenirs and special Irish gifts for our friends at Carroll's. The t-shirts were a great deal but we also found Irish heritage mugs/keychains/plaques with our family names which were fantastic presents.

What to buy: The store on O'Connell Street sells traditional Irish wool fisherman sweaters, something different from the other stores. They also have a huge assortment of Guinness souvenirs compared to the other smaller shops.

You can also find Irish t-shirts with humorous slogans or famous Irish brands like Guinness beer. Many of the t-shirts are sold 3 for 20 Euros so you can easily pick up shirts for your friends back home!

What to pay: If you spend more than 100 Euros, you will get a free Irish music CD as a gift. Unfortunately it's there is only one CD so don't expect any variety if you spend more!

Also, the stores wouldn't take anything over 50 Euro notes due to counterfeits so if you plan on doing some shopping, try to bring smaller bills.

Irish chocolate is amazing.

There's is the basic Cadbury's stuff sold in newsagents (you can only buy it in Ireland and the Uk because it has too much sugar and not enough cocoa to classify as chocolate in the EU or other parts of the world).

But then we also have luxury chocolates. Lily O'Brien and Butlers are the main players here. Lily O'Briens can be purchased in some supermarkets and also in gift stores. Butlers have some of their own shops in Dublin (at the Junction of Exchequer Street and South William Street in Dublin 2; Henry Street, Dublin 1 and on Nassau Street, Dublin 2) and also sell from some supermarkets and tourist shops like Kilkenny on Nassau Street.

What to buy: Buy Mint Crisp or Golden Crisp or just plain old dairy milk in Cadburys. if you're feeling more adventurous Moros , Crunchies (with honeycomb and choclate), eclairs (toffee with chocolate on the inside) or Bourneville (dark chocolate)

Treat yourself to a selection in Butlers or Lily O'Briens or one of their smaller bars (very rich but delicious and an ideal quick gift)

Fry's Pepperment Cream or Spearmint cream are minty Irish favourites, available from most

What to pay: The cheaper bars start at about 80 cents.

With Lily O'Briens and Butlers expect to pay 1 euro fifity for a small bar, and about 6 euro for a very small selection

Mrs. Birchy insisted that I bring her a bauble from Ireland. I asked my friend Molystar where to find good crystal at a reasonable price. She suggested Grafton Street in Dublin. But, she advised, don't shop in the shops on the street. Instead go around the corner to "The House of Ireland." There you will find he same products at a better price.
Indeed, I went to Grafton Street that evening and did some comparison shopping and she was correct. I was able to purchase a fine Waterford Crystal vase at a very reasonable price. I shipped it home and the discount on the VAT paid for shipping and insurance. Needless to say Mrs. Birchy was delighted at my shopping prowess!!!
Even though you can purchase the same items in the US or through the House of Ireland catalog, as Mrs. Birchy puts it: "It isn't the same as getting it at the source." I guess I have to agree.

What to buy: Take some time to look over the crystal and china The House of Ireland has to offer. It is a limited selection but by no means scant. They also have fine woolens and whatever that you might purchase as a momento of Ireland.
I might add that the sales clerk was very helpful while not being pushy. I enjoyed this experience very much.
Sorry, I don't have a picture but take my word for it.

What to pay: A fine, large Waterford Vase: $250 US