The Little Kitchen

Name: The Little Kitchen
Address: 129 Leeson Street Upper, Dublin 4, Dublin, Ireland, Republic of, D04 YX03
Telephone: (01) 669 7844
Price range: €30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (587)

€30 and under

Irish

129 Leeson Street Upper, Dublin 4, Dublin D04 YX03

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2 people

Jun 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

Our Mission

is a simple one, to deliver the finest food from quality local ingredients and suppliers and welcoming friendly service environment to enjoy it all in and without a scary bill on the end. whether it's a small meal out to give yourself a night off from the washing up, a family gathering, birthday or special occasion of any kind.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
€30 and under
Cuisines
Irish, Modern European
Hours of operation
Brunch Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(01) 669 7844
Website
http://www.thelittlekitchen.ie/
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Arsen Hoxha

Location
129 Leeson Street Upper, Dublin 4, Dublin D04 YX03
Neighborhood
South City Centre
Cross street
10 minutes walk from Stephen's green or Ranelagh/Donnybrook
Parking details
parking is free after 7pm Monday to Saturday. Sunday all day free on Leeson Street upper and surrounding streets
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Steamed Mussels, Nduja Cream, Parsley and Coriander, Sourdiugh€12.00
Allergens; shellfish-molluscs, milk, sulphites, contains gluten (wheat)
Braised Beef and Wild Mushroom Arancini, Truffle Mayonnaise, Rocket and Parmesan€12.00
Allergens; milk, mustard, sulphites, eggs, contains gluten (wheat)
Surf ‘n’ Turf, Crispy Pork Belly and Pan-fried Scallop Parsnip Puree, Roasted Cauliflower Red Wine Jus€15.00
(Early/Bird Supplement €3). Allergens; milk, shellfish-molluscs, Sulphites, celery
Tiger Prawn Risotto, Chilli, Roasted Red Peppers, Soft Herbs and Parmesan€12.00
Allergens; milk, crustaceans-shellfish, sulphites, celery
Warm Goats Cheese and Superfood Salad, Beetroot, Mixed Leaves, Toasted Pumpkin Seeds, House Dressing€11.00
Allergens; milk, sulphites, mustard
Smoked Salmon and Sea Trout Tartare, Avocado, Salsa Verde Toasted Sourdough€12.00
Allergens; fish, milk, contains gluten (wheat), mustard

Mains

Pan-Roasted Fillet of Hake, Gratin Potatoes, Buttered Greens, Mussel Beurre Blanc€25.00
Allergens; milk, sulphites, fish-shellfish, Molluscs
BBQ Slow-Cooked Short Rib of Beef, Twice Cooked Home CutFries, Celeriac Remoulade, Red Wine Jus€27.00
Allergens; milk, sulphites, celery, eggs, mustard, gluten/wheat
Pea and Asparagus Risotto, Mascarpone Cheese, Chives Parmesan Crisp€23.00
Allergens; milk, sulphites, celery
Roasted Supreme of Chicken, Fondant Potato, Roasted Root Vegetables, Creamed Wild Mushroom Sauce€26.00
Allergens; milk, sulphites, celery
Chefs Daily Special, please ask your Server
Allergens; please ask your server
Harissa Marinated Rump of Lamb, Mash Potatoes, Caponata, Red Wine Jus (Early Bird €5 Supplement).€31.00
Allergens; milk, sulphites, celery
From The Grill€36.00
10oz/280g Rib Eye Steak or 10oz/280g Striploin Steak. Both Steaks Served with: Home Cut Fries, Rocket and Parmesan Salad, Pepper Sauce (Early Bird €10 Supplements) (Add Garlic Tiger Prawns €6)

Desserts

Baked Vanilla Cheesecake, Raspberry Coulis, Strawberry Ice Cream€10.00
Allergens; milk, eggs, contains gluten (wheat)
Crème Brulee, Vanilla Ice Cream€9.00
Allergens; milk, eggs, gluten free
Meringue, Chilled Mixed Berry Compote, Raspberry Sorbet€9.00
Allergens; milk, milk, gluten free
Selection of Irish Cheeses, Crackers Spicy Apple Chutney, Grapes (Early/Bird €3 Supplement)€14.00
Allergens; milk, contains gluten

What 587 people are saying

The Little Kitchen 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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

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Dublin
Irish
Dublin 2
Neighborhood gem
Dublin 2
Irish

587 Reviews

p
paul
Dublin2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very nice experience as always Nice small comfortable restaurant and staff very nice and food delicious
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Christel
Munich1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice little restaurant as the name says. The food was excellent, the service attentive and friendly.
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Joan
Dublin4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely little gem of a place. Food is really excellent quality and presentation. Delicious. Friendly courteous staff. Fine dining quality at affordable prices.
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Louise
Dublin2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Recently dined in the Little Kitchen & was more than impressed with everything . I absolutely loved the decor & the intimacy of this restaurant, the staff were so friendly & so helpful . The menu is so inviting I could have ordered every single item on it , it was honestly out of this world! One of the best meals out ive had in a very long time . I Will definitely be back to this gem
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jackie
London1 review
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely lunch experience at the Little Kitchen. The food was delicious and the service was impeccable. We were made to feel so welcome and instantly felt at home! The set lunch menu is reasonably priced but a very high standard. We will definitely visit again when we return to Dublin
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john VIP
Nashville113 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a fantastic experience. Food was great, service outstanding and the place was perfect for our first meal in Dublin.
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R
Richard VIP
London4 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
First time there - was good value - it’s compact and bijou but still very enjoyable ..Food was really well prepared and high quality . Service was very friendly. We’ll be back !
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Iris VIP
London4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant is a find! We went for an early bird which is very good value given that the food, service and ambience were all excellent. Will definitely be back
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Olan
Dublin10 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic meal with colleagues. 1st visit and will not be my last. 5 star👍
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Simon
London2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious, and the staff were lovely
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FAQs

The Little Kitchen does offer delivery in partnership with Just Eat.

The Little Kitchen is rated 4.7 stars by 587 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Dublin
Dublin 2
South City Centre

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2 people

Jun 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

129 Leeson Street Upper, Dublin 4, Dublin D04 YX03

Additional information

Cross street
10 minutes walk from Stephen's green or Ranelagh/Donnybrook
Neighborhood
South City Centre
Hours of operation
Brunch Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
€30 and under
Cuisines
Irish, Modern European
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
parking is free after 7pm Monday to Saturday. Sunday all day free on Leeson Street upper and surrounding streets
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Arsen Hoxha
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thelittlekitchen.ie/
Phone number
(01) 669 7844

The Little Kitchen

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Menu

Starters

Steamed Mussels, Nduja Cream, Parsley and Coriander, Sourdiugh€12.00

Braised Beef and Wild Mushroom Arancini, Truffle Mayonnaise, Rocket and Parmesan€12.00

Surf ‘n’ Turf, Crispy Pork Belly and Pan-fried Scallop Parsnip Puree, Roasted Cauliflower Red Wine Jus€15.00

Tiger Prawn Risotto, Chilli, Roasted Red Peppers, Soft Herbs and Parmesan€12.00

Warm Goats Cheese and Superfood Salad, Beetroot, Mixed Leaves, Toasted Pumpkin Seeds, House Dressing€11.00

Smoked Salmon and Sea Trout Tartare, Avocado, Salsa Verde Toasted Sourdough€12.00

Mains

Pan-Roasted Fillet of Hake, Gratin Potatoes, Buttered Greens, Mussel Beurre Blanc€25.00

BBQ Slow-Cooked Short Rib of Beef, Twice Cooked Home CutFries, Celeriac Remoulade, Red Wine Jus€27.00

Pea and Asparagus Risotto, Mascarpone Cheese, Chives Parmesan Crisp€23.00

Roasted Supreme of Chicken, Fondant Potato, Roasted Root Vegetables, Creamed Wild Mushroom Sauce€26.00

Chefs Daily Special, please ask your Server

Harissa Marinated Rump of Lamb, Mash Potatoes, Caponata, Red Wine Jus (Early Bird €5 Supplement).€31.00

From The Grill€36.00

Desserts

Baked Vanilla Cheesecake, Raspberry Coulis, Strawberry Ice Cream€10.00

Crème Brulee, Vanilla Ice Cream€9.00

Meringue, Chilled Mixed Berry Compote, Raspberry Sorbet€9.00

Selection of Irish Cheeses, Crackers Spicy Apple Chutney, Grapes (Early/Bird €3 Supplement)€14.00

What 587 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

FAQs

Does The Little Kitchen offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Little Kitchen restaurant rated?

Is The Little Kitchen currently accepting reservations?

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