When I was a young boy, my grandmother would usually prepare my medicine kit filled with bandaids, topical creams, and vitamin gummies. At such a young age, I’ve been well aware of keeping myself healthy—with a few boo-boos now and then.
Now that I’ve got my own family and my grandmother’s all gone, I know I need to have my medicines ready whenever I need them, not just for me, but for my family too!
That’s why I’m so glad to have found the best pharmacies in Dublin—my vitamins, OTC medicines, and even prescription medicines are just around the corner. Read on if you need to get your healthy dose too!
How we chose:
1. Hickey’s Pharmacy
Consumer Rating: C+
| Google reviews score | 3.4/5 |
| Total reviews | 3.5/5 |
| Score consistency | 5/5 |
Our Rating: B+
| Efficiency | 4.5/5 |
| Good queuing system | 4.5/5 |
| Waiting time | 4.5/5 |
| Availability | 4.8/5 |
| Accessibility | 4.5/5 |
| Online services | 4.8/5 |
| Online consultations or telehealth | 4.8/5 |
| Delivery services | 4.8/5 |
Hickey’s Pharmacy offers prescription medicines, healthcare services, and skincare products.
Aside from wellness products, the pharmacy also offers a beauty and fragrance line from known brands such as Marc Jacobs and Chloe, making them a one-stop shop for customers who love to shop for their lifestyle needs too.
We love that customers can place their prescriptions online. Even better, clients can ask for a second consultation with this pharmacy’s online doctor.
Speaking of consultations, clients can avail of the pharmacy’s discreet health services such as concerns about emergency contraception, erectile dysfunction, and shingles vaccination, allowing clients to conveniently address these.
We love that customers can expect a quick delivery service from this pharmacy. They even offer free delivery for orders above €49!
Another thing we like about this pharmacy in Dublin is that they provide sound advice when it comes to health. They don’t just supply customers with medicines, they still think that prevention is key.
Because of this, clients can tap them for BMI checking, inhaler techniques, fitting of compression stockings, and even offering their customers support if they want to quit smoking.
However, we felt a bit rushed when we visited a few minutes before closing time. It may be best to visit the pharmacy earlier to get good attention.
Wide range of products
“Very knowledgeable staff. Great selection. Do not be afraid to ask your questions”
Super Tax Genius, Google Review
Accommodating pharmacist
“I am a tourist staying in a hotel down the street. I got sick and needed a Dr. The hotel had no idea who to call. I googled places and none had any appointments. I asked the pharmacist who wears glasses and he knew where I could get an appointment and helped me find the place too. Went back after Dr visit and rx was filled promptly. Pharmacist is customer friendly and very knowledgable about the side effects on meds too. Well stocked on otc meds too. Highly recommend!”
C ME, Google Review
2. Medipharm
Consumer Rating: B
| Google reviews score | 4/5 |
| Total reviews | 4/5 |
| Score consistency | 5/5 |
Our Rating: B
| Efficiency | 4.5/5 |
| Good queuing system | 4.5/5 |
| Waiting time | 4.5/5 |
| Availability | 4/5 |
| Accessibility | 4/5 |
| Online services | 4.5/5 |
| Online consultations or telehealth | 4.5/5 |
| Delivery services | 4.5/5 |
From the moment we stepped inside Medipharm, we loved how their staff accommodated us and led us to the correct section. We admire their pharmacists for knowing exactly what to give us based on our condition or health concerns.
When it comes to prescriptions, we appreciate how quick the pharmacists are in preparing and processing. We love that even regular customers get swift service, providing quality care.
It’s also quite commendable that customers can go to Medipharm beyond their prescription requests. They also offer vaccinations, and even health screenings, helping clients on the preventive side of healthcare.
We love that this pharmacy provides a wide range of vitamins, allowing customers to choose what’s best for them.
Meanwhile, personal care and skincare products are also being carried here, preventing customers from dropping by another shop to replenish their stash.
We appreciate that customers can purchase gifts in this pharmacy. They even provide clients with some gift ideas for babies and kids.
For those who can’t leave their homes, they can just send over the prescriptions. An online ordering system is also convenient since complete details about the products and the price are available on the website too.
However, we find that their operating hours won’t be able to accommodate early risers or even those who need to purchase after office work.
Has all the necessary medicines and other essentials
“Helpful staff, very competent pharmacist. Shop is small but has essentials”
Alex Raut, Google Review
Answers customer queries
“They are a fantastic chemist darragh and maria are so helpful you will be looked after very well they go above and beyond to help gets a no 1 vote from me”
Miriam Boylan, Google Review
3. City Pharmacy
Consumer Rating: B
| Google reviews score | 4.1/5 |
| Total reviews | 4/5 |
| Score consistency | 5/5 |
Our Rating: B+
| Efficiency | 4.7/5 |
| Good queuing system | 4.7/5 |
| Waiting time | 4.7/5 |
| Availability | 4.5/5 |
| Accessibility | 4.6/5 |
| Online services | 4.3/5 |
| Online consultations or telehealth | 4.3/5 |
| Delivery services | 4.3/5 |
City Pharmacy offers medicine prescriptions, health screenings, flu vaccinations, and consultations. It’s quite commendable that they’ve got a full stock of products, even carrying those who have limited stocks elsewhere.
What’s great about this pharmacy is that its staff is friendly and approachable, making it easy for customers to ask questions or even ask for recommendations.
Even better, their pharmacist is proactive enough to take a deeper dive into health concerns, allowing them to give accurate doses and guidance when it comes to their customer’s health.
Another thing that we like about this pharmacy is that they pack online orders well, preventing spillage or fragile items from being broken.
Customers can also order all their needs online, saving them time from dropping by the store. Moreover, we appreciate that the pharmacy provides freebies and random gift sets for customers who purchase online.
There’s also a minimal wait time whenever we’re here in this pharmacy. We even commend their staff for always getting the correct amount of medicines and prescriptions, preventing us from doing back and forths.
Because of this, City Pharmacy is a go-to spot for those who are in a hurry.
It’s worth noting, however, that this pharmacy has limited promotions and discounts available.
Quick turnaround for online orders
“I ordered online 4 creams and they arrived very quickly. I also received a very nice note and some gifts. I liked it very much. Thank you. I will definitely order again.”
Daniela Boboc, Google Review
Affordable prescriptions
“Absolutely brilliant pharmacy. Was charged less than half the usual price for my prescription. excellent selection of high-quality supplies as well! I’m really quite surprised.”
Stefan Stewart, Google Review
4. Lombard Pharmacy
Consumer Rating: B
| Google reviews score | 4.1/5 |
| Total reviews | 4/5 |
| Score consistency | 5/5 |
Our Rating: B+
| Efficiency | 4.5/5 |
| Good queuing system | 4.5/5 |
| Waiting time | 4.5/5 |
| Availability | 4.8/5 |
| Accessibility | 4.5/5 |
| Online services | 4.8/5 |
| Online consultations or telehealth | 4.8/5 |
| Delivery services | 4.8/5 |
Since 2009, Lombard Pharmacy has been providing affordable medicines and prescriptions to Houstonians. Its location can be conveniently reached by foot or public transportation, ensuring easier access to medical needs.
We love that the pharmacy opens a bit earlier than its counterparts, letting customers buy during their transit to work or school.
It’s quite impressive how their staff remains proactive, informing clients about the recommended medicines based on their concerns. They even take their time to learn more about the medical history of clients to avoid possible complications.
What we like most about this pharmacy is that they offer discounts to students. Even better, they will inform clients about this, ensuring that those who can avail of this discount are always informed.
Another thing that we love about this pharmacy is that clients can always connect with an online doctor. This makes them a convenient pharmacy to reach out to for urgent health or prescription concerns.
We’re also impressed that customers can order their repeat prescriptions any time of the day. Just download the mobile application to experience the smooth ordering process.
However, this pharmacy has no online ordering system. They may not be a good option for those with urgent needs and those who can’t leave their homes.
Offers generic versions of prescriptions
“Had the pleasure of talking with Mary Louise. She certainly goes the extra mile to build the pharmacy’s brand and provide excellent service. She was sure to tell me about student discounts and even send me an email to send out to other students. This is also the FIRST pharmacy to ever offer me a generic version of my prescription, saving me some €€€ ! Keep it up :)”
Naoise Guinan, Google Review
Convenient waiting time
“Excellent service and very kind staff! Usually I dread going to other pharmacies because the wait time is very long and the staff are rude and impatient, but today I went to Lombard Pharmacy for the first time and I was treated with so much kindness and warmth. The staff was efficient and knowledgable so the whole process was very fast as well. Didn’t get the name of the pharmacist who helped me, but she had black hair and was wearing a black shirt (I went on 1 Nov 12pm)”
Tessa Peterson, Google Review
5. Foley’s Chemist
Consumer Rating: B+
| Google reviews score | 4.6/5 |
| Total reviews | 5/5 |
| Score consistency | 5/5 |
Our Rating: B+
| Efficiency | 4.5/5 |
| Good queuing system | 4.5/5 |
| Waiting time | 4.5/5 |
| Availability | 4.8/5 |
| Accessibility | 4.5/5 |
| Online services | 4.8/5 |
| Online consultations or telehealth | 4.8/5 |
| Delivery services | 4.8/5 |
For over 115 years, Foley’s Chemist has been providing the medical needs of Dublin residents. Because of their personalized service to all their clients, we’re not surprised to see that they still kept their loyal clientele over the years.
What’s great about their pharmacists is that they make sound advice when it comes to prescriptions and even good health management.
In line with this, we love how this pharmacy can accommodate a hassle-free transfer of prescription services. This makes it a lot easier for clients to switch from their previous pharmacy.
Aside from prescriptions, customers also go to this pharmacy to buy their over-the-counter medicines. They can also order medical-related items such as first-aid kits, medical tools, and test kits.
Vaccinations are also available in this pharmacy, preventing customers from making another stop at a health clinic.
Meanwhile, customers can also take advantage of the pharmacy’s smart scripts online. Here, patients can just select the treatment that they need, fill out the questionnaire, and wait for an online doctor to connect with them.
Additionally, clients can shop anywhere they are from Dublin as Foley’s has an online store.
However, for those with childcare needs, it’s worth mentioning that there are limited vitamins, medicines, and baby care needs here compared to other large pharmacies in Dublin.
Offers sound advice
“Amazing, caring staff. Genuinely helpful! Happy to give an advice and answer any questions in person or online.”
Ana Parad, Google Review
Clean pharmacy
“Absolutely first class. Incredibly well set up for covid hygiene, and absolutely 5 star customer service. I had a young gentleman in a black sweater help me with my click and collect order, and while there wasn’t a lot of interaction – the interaction we did have was the stuff that great customer service is made of. The combination of incredibly well done click and collect and first class customer service makes Foleys Chemist my new favourite pharmacy in Dublin. Even if I have to drive 15 minutes from home to get here. It’s well worth the drive. Thank you Team Foleys Chemist.
Tom Rush, Google Review