Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Dublin 1

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Bar Italia - Dublin

4.8

4.8 (2009)

€30 and under

Italian

North City Centre

About the restaurant

Bar Italia is the perfect place to enjoy flavours of Italy while taking in the beauty of Dublin city. Serving fresh pasta, farm to fork steak, fresh fish and pinsa Romana a unique to Ireland 72 hours fermentation dough. Traditional dish feature in our menu along with intriguing modern specials using only the best of the Irish and Italian produce. Come inside and enjoy authentic dishes and genuine welcoming Italian service. we pride our selves with the best Italian wine list in Dublin with over 350 wines which 40 by the glass. Bar Italia the must-visit Italian restaurant in Dublin city. We look forward to welcoming you very soon!

Top review

Jaya

Dined 3 days ago

Food was amazing. We booked table for five and we have given great service great food as well as it was a birthday occasion for a friend. So at the end, there was a small celebration and was really good.

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Strozzapreti al Cacio e Pepe

The Winding Stair

4.7

4.7 (2557)

€31 to €50

Irish

North City Centre

About the restaurant

The Winding Stair Bookshop & Café became a famous Dublin landmark in the 1970s and 1980s. Named after the Yeats poem and in honour of its winding staircase, it is overlooking the river Liffey, with an iconic view of the Ha'penny bridge. As a popular meeting place for writers, musicians and artists, it was a well known hub for debate and creativity with many poems written, novels penned and movies shot within its walls. In 2006, Elaine Murphy brought this much-loved spot back to life as a restaurant, championing seasonal, Irish produce. The bookshop, located on the ground floor, was retained, as were many of the old bookshelves, photos and memories. The room retains its timeless charm with stripped wood tables and floors, and Bentwood café chairs.The view remains as quintessentially Dublin as ever.
The food is good, old-fashioned home cooking, with produce sourced from artisans within the island. Drink sare local and international craft beers & wines from stellar producers.

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Marc

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent as always. Highly recommended destination

Boco

4.7

4.7 (127)

€30 and under

Pizzeria

North City Centre

About the restaurant

At Boco our recipe for a great experience is simple, we bring together friendly staff, nice tunes, cool decor, great pizza and a fantastic beer/drink selection to create the perfect vibe.

Whether you’re here to unwind, catch up with friends or enjoy a well crafted cocktail, we’ve got everything you need to feel right at home!

Our current staff favourite is our lunch time slices, served from 12-5pm weekdays!

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Peter

Dined on Jun 4, 2025

The food was excellent, the service superb and the prices resonable :-)

Bovinity

4.7

4.7 (1064)

€31 to €50

Steakhouse

Capel Street

About the restaurant

Bovinity; no white tablecloths, no pretension, just fresh, locally sourced food and drinks.

Breaking free from tradition and carving out a space where authenticity reigns and the experience is as real as the flavours on your plate. The menu includes a curated selection of cuts that speak for themselves. Irish, dry-aged beef, the kind of rich, indulgent flavours that demand attention. The cocktails are unique, modern, and made with natural ingredients . The wine list, carefully selected and chosen to compliment every moment.

This is the kind of place where everything is shared—from the steak to those dangerously addictive sides—because, let's face it, that’s what food is all about. Good company, compliments great food. And the vibe? Laid-back, gritty, with a soundtrack that’s as real as it gets. This is Irish hospitality at its finest—warm, buzzing, no-frills, and full of heart.

**Tables of 6+ will be offered a selection of two set menus. Email info@bovinity.ie for info**

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Kae

Dined 5 days ago

Food was great. Loved the steak platter which we shared with 4 people. Server was very helpful with choices of side and meat cuts. Highly recommend if you are looking for something other than the standard pub fare.

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4.6

4.6 (160)

€30 and under

Burgers

North City Centre

About the restaurant

A city centre gem, The Wiley Fox is one of Dublin’s best-loved bars. Located in the heart of Dublin City Centre, the bar’s retro charm combined with its modern atmosphere makes it the ideal spot for any occasion.

Right by the famous River Liffey, we've got a cozy indoor space and a lovely rooftop terrace upstairs where you can taste our amazing Bosh Burgers and gorgeous cocktails.

Whether it's a fun get-together, a special date, a big celebration, or a work party, we're here to make it awesome and memorable.

Booking is super easy! You can reserve your spot on our website, shoot us a message on Instagram @thewileyfoxdublin, or give us a ring at 015 440 900. We're really looking forward to having you!

If you're interested in booking our our music venue or would like to see our gig listings, hit thesoundhouse.ie and @thesoundhousedublin

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Aisling

Dined 2 days ago

Lovely experience eating dinner here, called to say we might be a few minutes late due to traffic, there was no problem and they were very accommodating, the food was lovely and the cocktails were good, the staff were really nice and attentive, would definitely recommend this place.

Wallace's Taverna

4.6

4.6 (488)

€30 and under

Italian

North City Centre

About the restaurant

Welcome to Wallace Taverna, Dublin's Italian gem since 2004, where Executive Chef Domenico Santo curates an unforgettable culinary experience. Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of Italy with our authentic Neapolitan pizzas, expertly crafted in a traditional stone oven.

As passionate wine importers, we offer a carefully selected collection to complement your dining journey. Our commitment to Italian authenticity extends to our staff, with 90% hailing from Italy, ensuring a warm and welcoming atmosphere that mirrors the heart of Italian hospitality.

For those seeking a special setting, our upstairs floor provides panoramic views of the River Liffey, making it the ideal spot for intimate gatherings or celebrations. Join us at Wallace Taverna and let the essence of Italy come alive in every bite, sip, and moment shared.

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Sarah

Dined on May 31, 2025

Fabulous food, very tasty and reasonably priced. Great service, very friendly staff that were very accommodating. Great location and nice atmosphere.

Ryleigh's

4.6

4.6 (2703)

€31 to €50

Steakhouse

North Wall

About the restaurant

Located on the sixth floor of The Mayson Hotel is Ryleigh’s Rooftop Restaurant, with outdoor terrace. Take in the panoramic vista of the Dublin Mountains, the River Liffey, the city centre and even as far as Dun Laoghaire on a clear day! Comfy leather clad booths line the windows. An open kitchen and grill adds a sense of theatre to the room. Floor to ceiling windows make the most of the views and the only walls in the room are clad in beautiful veined marble. Ryleigh’s serves breakfast, lunch, Brunch (Saturdays, Sundays and Bank holidays) and dinner. Ideal spot to grab a bite with family and friends. The dinner menu features tasty options such as Sizzling Prawns and Beef Tartare to start. A selection of Irish steaks for main (Striploin, Delmonico, Centre Cut Fillet, Tomahawk Ribeye for two, and John Stone's T-Bone for two) cooked over our charcoal grill, Pan-Seared Monkfish and delicious desserts such as Raspberry & white chocolate cheesecake and Sticky Toffee Pudding.

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KittiVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Always outstanding food, service, great ambiance. Hana was amazing, made us feel very well looked after!

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MV Cill Airne Boat Bar and Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (515)

€30 and under

European

North Wall

About the restaurant

*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.

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Samuel

Dined 3 days ago

The restaurant offers excellent Irish food and very nice service, and the ambience in the restaurant and bar is unique.

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Popular dish

Fish & Chips

Hana Izakaya

4.5

4.5 (12)

€30 and under

Japanese

Capel Street

About the restaurant

Japanese Izakaya style of bar and restaurant offers Authentic Charcoal Yakitori, Sushi, Japas (Japanese style of tapas foods), Donburi (Rice Bowl), Curries and many more on Capel Street, Dublin 1. D01 RT73

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Katalin

Dined on Jun 1, 2025

We had a wonderful dining experience as a family of five, including three kids. The service was impressively quick, which made a big difference with little ones. The food was absolutely amazing—fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Overall, it was a great experience, and we’ll definitely be back soon!

Coda Eatery at the Gibson Hotel

3.6

3.6 (329)

€31 to €50

Contemporary European

International Financial Services Centre (IFSC)

About the restaurant

Conveniently located beside 3Arena, Coda Restaurant at The Gibson Hotel is the perfect spot to soak up the concert buzz. Just a short stroll from the Aviva Stadium and with easy access to Croke Park, it’s an ideal location for both music lovers and sports fans alike.

The Hemi Bar serves up cocktails and delicious informal dishes seven days a week. Grab your pre-dinner drink or stop by after for a digestif. Whatever you’re in the mood for, there’s a glass with your name on it.

Inspired by Led Zeppelin’s final studio album, Coda Eatery is as legendary as its namesake. A stylish yet informal dining spot, it offers an experience that hits all the right notes.

Coda is open on 3Arena concert nights only, but on other evenings, you can enjoy a bite at the Hemi Bar.

Private bookings and large functions are available. For more details, contact the hotel at 01 681 5000.
Please note that all menus are sample menus and subject to change.

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Niamh

Dined on Apr 28, 2025

Good experience. Restaurant was very busy pre concert but the food and service was good. Would go back again.

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