Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Dublin
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Updated June 05, 2025
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4.6
€31 to €50
Afternoon Tea
South City Centre
About the restaurant
A unique and elegant experience awaits at the Atrium Lounge, a magnificent five-storey high glass atrium, flooded with natural daylight. Afternoon Tea at the Atrium blends tradition with exceptional service, creating moments of luxury and delight, setting the tone for serenity and relaxation in Dublin city centre. - Please note that if you have any dietary requirements, they will need to be pre-ordered 24 hours in advance.
- Please note that a deposit is required for parties of six guests or more.
- We ask all guests to note when making the booking to select if the reservation will be for The Afternoon Tea Menu or The Lunch Menu.
- Please note the afternoon tea is available daily from 12:00-17:30 pm.
- Please note that each afternoon tea reservation allows for a 90-minute seating.
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John
Dined 7 days ago
About the restaurant
**Please contact us by mails. We cannot answer the phone and the registered number is invalid**Matsukawa is Ireland's prime destination for experiencing the essence of authentic Edomae Sushi in a unique Omakase Course. Our history traces back to 1961, where our story began at the foothills of Japan's iconic Mount Fuji. At Matsukawa we seamlessly merge the artistry of traditional Japanese culinary techniques with the finest Irish ingredients sourced from esteemed local suppliers, all curated by our dedicated team led by a Japanese Head Chef, revered as a master in the art of sushi craftsmanship.
Opening Hours:
・Lunch: 12 PM seating only from Fri to Sun
・Dinner: 5pm and 7:30pm seating from Wed to Sun
We don't have a la carte menu for both lunch and dinner. For lunch, we serve Set Menu. For dinner, we only serve Omakase course i.e. Chef's course.
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Kristi
Dined 4 days ago
About the restaurant
Welcome to Green Man Wines!We are a small, award winning Wine Shop opening our Wine Bar Thursday-Saturday.
There are loads of iconic bottles, hidden gems and easy drinking wines from the ‘old world’ stacked on our shelves, with €10 corkage applied we welcome you to try any of those.
Alongside we offer a variety of plates designed to share, we recommend 2-3 plates per person.
There are two parts to our Wine Bar, the Front, which is open for walk-ins and the Back, suitable for a full dinner.
Come on in and let our staff guide you towards your next favourite Producer, Region or Grape Varietal!
-Please note that our kitchen closes at 9:30 PM.-
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Mairin
Dined on Jun 19, 2025
4.8
€51 and over
Afternoon Tea
South City Centre
About the restaurant
Ireland's most iconic drawing room looks out on the only garden grand enough to match: the glorious St. Stephen's Green. The Lord Mayor's Lounge is the perfect back drop for a special day in Dublin. A room sparkling with light; it is a welcoming setting for our celebratory theatre of that most civilised ritual: the art of Afternoon Tea. The elements have remained unchanged over the centuries: a fragrant pot of tea, a succession of sweets and delicate sandwiches, fine china, fresh flowers and delighted laughter. This time is all about enjoying the lovely things in life, an experience designed to be shared and savoured. Time slows down and the art of conversation is revived.
From December 1st, our wonderful Lounge will convert to a casual dining venue from 7.30pm daily, allowing our guests to experience an exquisite food offering in our iconic setting.
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Matthew
Dined 5 days ago
About the restaurant
Located just off Grafton Street in the heart of Dublin City Centre, Glas is Irelands premier vegetarian/vegan restaurant offering an innovative and delicious menu created by Chef Malte Half and his team.Step into our elegant dining room where we cater to solo diners, romatic dates, family celebrations and everything inbetween. Whether it is lunch, weekend brunch, early bird or dinner we are ready to welcome you.
As well as an extensive wine list and a range of fabulous cocktails, Glas is very proud to be Irelands only 100% Gluten free restaurant.
Children of all ages are welcome for lunch, but children under 8 are not catered for after 5.00 pm.
Winner of Best Vegetarian Restaurant at RAI Awards 2023.
Best Practice in Gluten Free Catering - Coeliac Society of Ireland
Winner of Dublin Best Sustainable Restaurant at RAI Awards 2025
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Merrill
Dined 4 days ago
About the restaurant
GRANO combines fresh natural ingredients, farmed using organic and biodynamic techniques, to create a contemporary cuisine that respects the roots and traditions of Italian cooking.By sourcing our ingredients from small Italian food and wine producers, it is our mission to contribute to the preservation of local food cultures and the revival of ancient cultivation techniques.
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DymphnaVIP
Dined 4 days ago
About the restaurant
Immerse yourself in the charm of Antica Venezia, a family-run Italian haven in Ranelagh, Dublin. Step inside to experience Venetian elegance with warm lighting and rich décor. The aroma of freshly baked bread and simmering sauces sets the stage for an unforgettable culinary journey.
Our menu celebrates traditional Italian cuisine, featuring fresh seafood, homemade pasta, and succulent meats. Whether you crave seafood risotto or slow-cooked lamb shank, there's something for everyone. We also cater to vegetarian and gluten-free diners, ensuring all can enjoy an authentic Italian experience.
For special occasions, our private dining room accommodates up to 30 guests, perfect for celebrating milestones. Beyond exceptional food, Antica Venezia is known for its warm service. Our friendly staff, many from Italy, are passionate about sharing their love of food and culture, guiding you through the menu and ensuring a memorable dining experience.Top review
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Mary-KateVIP
Dined 3 days ago
About the restaurant
At Trocadero we pride ourselves on being Dublin’s theatre restaurant. We have attracted stars of the stage and screen for nearly sixty years and diners from Dublin and beyond are brought back to St Andrew’s Street time and again by excellent food and a wonderful atmosphere.Our cooking style is simple and meticulous, and visitors are treated to wonderful fish dishes, excellent steak and lamb, and enticing desserts. Irish suppliers are encouraged and locally sourced food is favoured.
Our warm welcome and relaxed atmosphere — coupled with excellent service and attention to detail — make the Trocadero the perfect choice for all occasions. We are perfect for entertaining corporate guests, gathering with family, or celebrating special occasions with large groups.
We look forward to welcoming you to The Troc.
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CIARA
Dined on Jun 14, 2025
About the restaurant
Situated in the historic cultural center of Temple Bar, Lundy Foot's is among Dublin's best traditional Irish pub & restaurant.Top review
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Sharron
Dined on Jun 20, 2025
About the restaurant
When we took over The Legal Eagle, we inherited some of the glorious features, and the building really spoke to us of old-fashioned pub-grub. We looked to the old traditions of pickles, roasts, meaty joints & braises and knew we should honour our traditional lexicon of producers where possible and also allow our guests to enjoy a lighter style of dining.We make our own crisps, croqueta, our own Scotch eggs (they're really delish), and supporting our burgeoning salumi and farmhouse cheese industry with platters of cold cuts. We are smoking our own spuds and have a local vegetable grower growing to our needs !
We are crazy about beer, whiskey and gin but wine is where we started and it remains a driving force for us. We have a stellar cocktail and wine list written with love and care
We have an ever so slightly more formal dining room upstairs, which is also great for events, weddings, private parties and get-togethers and hugely popular with industry folk. Can't wait to see all!
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RobVIP
Dined 4 days ago
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