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MV Cill Airne Boat Bar and Restaurant, Dublin, Dublin

MV Cill Airne Boat Bar and Restaurant

4.4 (508)
€30 and under
European
QUAY 16 NORTH WALL QUAY, Dublin, Dublin D01 XE03

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
*Please note the MV Cill Airne is a Strictly Over 18's Venue.

The Boat Restaurant & Bar
Step back in maritime history on board the former tender ship the MV Cill Airne, located on North Wall Quay, Dublin’s floating Restaurant & Bar on the River Liffey. Enjoy the unrivalled views of the waterfront in the heart of Dublin’s docklands. Enjoy a cocktail in our main bar or outside on our outdoor deck – a promising option for a sunny afternoon on the River Liffey. Dine with us in the stunning Quay 16 Restaurant, with a capacity of 80 guests, offering an a la carte menu and competitive group set menus, catering for all dining requirements or celebrate your birthday or any special occasion in our private bar, the White Bar.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    €30 and under
  • Cuisines
    European, Irish, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–11:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:30 am Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    We offer competitive group set menus for both lunch and dinner, Pig on a Spit, canape menus, buffet and BBQ menus and we can of course, create a bespoke menu should you wish for something special.
  • Private party facilities
    We cater for all sorts of events on-board. From birthday parties, after-work drinks receptions and BBQ's in our White bar, to private dinners in the Quay 16 restaurant to album launches, weddings and brand launches on our Upper deck.
  • Neighborhood
    North Wall
  • Cross street
    Just opposite Dublin Convention Centre
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wine

What 508 people are saying

MV Cill Airne Boat Bar and Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Dublin

    European

  • Dublin 1

    Best Service

  • Dublin 1

    Best Value

  • Dublin 1

    Great for brunch

  • Dublin 1

    Innovative

  • Dublin 1

    Romantic

  • Dublin 1

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
MV Cill Airne Boat Bar and Restaurant offers "amazing service, atmosphere, and food," making it an ideal pre-show destination. Guests enjoy a "fun experience with great views," and the staff are consistently described as "super friendly and lovely." While some dishes have room for improvement, the overall experience is "superb."

508 Reviews
  1. Siobhan

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely experience. Friendly staff. Delicious food. We had a great time.

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  2. Victoria

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service, atmosphere and food! Will deffo be back

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  3. Sheena

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We booked pre concert to 3 arena for meal and drinks! It was fabulous

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  4. Bernadette

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely eating experience on a bright and sunny evening. Grateful and timely service. Tasty food

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  5. Carol

    Leinster1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice wee meal on the boat. Good service. Friendly staff.

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  6. Keith

    Dublin25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent services. Excellent prices. Brilliant place to go before a show or gig or just a date night. The staff are amazing. The food was amazing. Would highly recommend to book this place.

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  7. Colette

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed a lovely evening before a show in the 3Arena..Really lovely staff who could not do enough for you. Gorgeous setting. Food is basic gastric pub menu with the usual choices. All food served was hot and tasty. Loved the Chicken wings!!!! We hadn't been for years so it was good to be back . we will definitely visit again! Great vibes on a Friday evening after work.

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  8. Yvonne

    Las Vegas4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent it was delivered in a timely manner and the staff were lovely

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  9. Juan

    Dublin1 review

    2.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    I was there a while ago and thought it was a fantastic place. Now it's nothing like what it once was. The food was bad (it made us feel sick), the bathrooms smelled terrible, and there was water on the floor. The only good thing was the waiters, who were very attentive. Besides being far away, it's not worth going. Not at all recommended.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Venue - The decorations and the restaurant itself were beautiful, I forgot I was in a boat until I got out to the toilet Staff - super friendly and lovely Food - fish and chips was massive in size and tasted fantastic Overall superb experience and would definitely go back

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MV Cill Airne Boat Bar and Restaurant is rated 4.4 stars by 508 OpenTable diners.

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  4. Dublin 1
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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for MV Cill Airne Boat Bar and Restaurant

QUAY 16 NORTH WALL QUAY, Dublin, Dublin D01 XE03

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Just opposite Dublin Convention Centre
  • Neighborhood
    North Wall
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–11:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:30 am Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    €30 and under
  • Cuisines
    European, Irish, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We offer competitive group set menus for both lunch and dinner, Pig on a Spit, canape menus, buffet and BBQ menus and we can of course, create a bespoke menu should you wish for something special.
  • Private party facilities
    We cater for all sorts of events on-board. From birthday parties, after-work drinks receptions and BBQ's in our White bar, to private dinners in the Quay 16 restaurant to album launches, weddings and brand launches on our Upper deck.
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