Diners' Choice: Irish restaurants in Dublin

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Bloom Brasserie

4.8

4.8 (51)

€51 and over

Irish

Ballsbridge

About the restaurant

Bloom Brasserie & Wine Bar is owner-operated by two Dublin brothers who are fully committed to delivering a fantastic dining experience for all their guests.
Pól, at the helm in the kitchen, with over 25 years of experience, both nationally and internationally believes in creating the finest of dishes using locally sourced ingredients and preparing them simply.
Páraic and his team will greet you on your arrival at Bloom and his unique, sincere style of service will leave you with a strong desire to return.
Bloom Brasserie & Wine Bar is a modern, fresh, tastefully designed restaurant on Dublin's Baggot Street - right on the border of the very trendy (and desirable) Dublin 4 district and the Central Business District of Dublin 2 seconds from the Grand Canal bridge.
Bloom caters for those looking for high quality food and wine in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
Bloom Brasserie, 11 Upper Baggot Street, Dublin 4

Top review

Gerry

Dined 5 days ago

Staff were friendly and helpful and their interaction contributed to a great night out. A very enjoyable dining experience and great food.

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Experience

Steak Tuesday

Glovers Alley

4.7

4.7 (1227)

€51 and over

Irish

Grafton Street

About the restaurant

Glovers Alley is a fine dining restaurant overlooking the beautiful surrounds of Stephen's Green.

Chef/Owner Andy McFadden as and his talented team create beautifully presented, impeccable, elegant dishes while the Front of House team provides an exceptionally memorable guest experience.

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Simon

Dined 5 days ago

Situated in the city center. Great food and great service. Must try in Dublin.

Camden Kitchen

4.8

4.8 (602)

€31 to €50

Irish

Camden Street

About the restaurant

Camden Kitchen is a Modern Independant Neighbourhood Bistro serving seasonal Irish produce cooked with care and a warm welcome for locals and visitors in the historic Camden Market Buildings c1907
A constantly evolving menu that makes the most of Ireland's exceptional produce from land and sea.

Chef-Owner Padraic Hayden opened Camden Kitchen in 2010

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Gerard

Dined 6 days ago

Food was excellent would highly recommend. Very good portion sizes and great service will definitely go back again. Just to note the menu changes and may not be what is on their website at the time you book.

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Experience

EARLY EVENING SEASONAL 3 COURSE MENU

Johnnie Fox's

4.7

4.7 (2598)

€30 and under

Irish

Glencullen

About the restaurant

Johnnie Fox’s prides itself on an excellent selection of veritable, heart-warming dishes and welcomes all our customers with open arms and delighted hearts. Johnnie Fox’s has gained, over the years, significant international recognition for its unique and unrivaled, super-quirky interior, vibrant atmosphere, and traditional Irish music and Irish dancing.

Hearth Menu - 12:00hrs to 21.15hrs Daily

Last Bar orders 11:30 (Sunday to Thursday) & 00:30 (Friday & Saturday)

Children must vacate the bar & restaurant by 9pm during school term and 10pm on term holidays. Please make allowances for this when making your reservation.

LIVE Music Everyday
Friday: 7.30 pm - 10.30 pm
Saturday: 3.00 pm - 5.00 pm
6.00 pm to 8.00 pm
9.30 pm to 12.30 am
Sunday: 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm
5.00 pm to 7.00 pm
8.30 pm to 11.30 pm

We are located less than 10 mins from Junction 15 on the M50 (D18X635)

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Karen

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent food and fantastic service- thank you.

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Fox's Seafood Chowder

Chequer Lane by Jamie Oliver

4.7

4.7 (1096)

€31 to €50

Irish

South City Centre

About the restaurant

Chequer Lane by Jamie Oliver is where Irish culinary heritage meets contemporary excellence. Located in the heart of Dublin, our restaurant is a celebration of Ireland’s finest local ingredients, brought to life through hearty, nostalgic dishes designed to delight every palate.

With a menu inspired by the seasons and crafted to showcase the best of Irish produce, each dish reflects Jamie Oliver's passion for great food and warm hospitality. Whether you're savouring a signature creation or exploring our curated wine list, every visit promises a memorable dining experience.

Join us in our welcoming, stylish space on 25–27 Exchequer Street, Dublin, where every meal is a celebration of Ireland's rich gastronomic culture. Chequer Lane is perfect for an intimate meal, a gathering with friends, or any special occasion. Reserve your table today and discover the taste of Ireland, as imagined by Jamie Oliver.

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JessicaVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Had a lovely last dinner here in Ireland. Our server was so sweet.

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Popular dish

Chequer Fish and Chips

Popular dish

Irish Fillet Steak

The Washerwoman

4.7

4.7 (796)

€30 and under

Irish

Glasnevin

About the restaurant

The Washerwoman, located on Glasnevin Hill (called locally Washerwoman's Hill due to the local story of washerwomen out on the hill with their mangles washing clothes in the Tolka river!)has been a well-loved and treasured restaurant in the area for years now, and is housed in a charming stone cottage which dates in part from 1700.
The menu, befitting of a neighbourhood restaurant, is ideal for a special occasion (think Cote De Boeuf, poached trout, mullet or lamb round)OR a casual dining experience. with healthy and accessible foods for kids , a host of diner classics for teens and big kids(!), and a great weekend brunch offering.

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Ronan

Dined 6 days ago

Second visit & a thoroughly fantastic experience again. Quality of food is excellent, service casual but precise, love the atmosphere

The Saddle Room at the Shelbourne Hotel

4.6

4.6 (1753)

€51 and over

Irish

South City Centre

About the restaurant

The Saddle Room Restaurant is at the heart of Dublin city and proud owner of the title of “Best Hotel Restaurant in Dublin 2025”.

Enjoy the exquisite cuisine in the most elegant and sophisticated surroundings, draped in history and character that has made the Saddle Room a favorite of both Dubliners and diners across the world.

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that captures the essence of fine dining and options to suit everyone dining at The Saddle Room.

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Miriam

Dined 6 days ago

Another wonderful experience at the Shelbourne! We had our wedding reception here, so we come back every year for our anniversary. From the moment we entered the restaurant, wverything was fantastic. The welcome from the staff, the fact that every staff member wished us a Happy Anniversary, the complimentary glass of Prosecco, and lovely dessert plate with Happy Anniversary written in chocolate! The food was very good (as it always is in the Shelbourne), ambience, service, wine also top class. Thank you so much, we will be back!

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Experience

The Shelbourne Signature Menu

The Little Kitchen

4.7

4.7 (594)

€30 and under

Irish

South City Centre

About the restaurant

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.

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Jon

Dined on Jun 25, 2025

The food was fresh and well-prepared. The simple menu still had variety, and the service was outstanding.

Davy Byrnes

4.6

4.6 (1052)

€30 and under

Irish

Grafton Street

About the restaurant

Dublin's most famous pub, certainly in a literary sense, with its Joycean associations. Always classy and fashionable. It's the original Dublin gastropub at over 100 years old.
Anybody who is familiar with Dublin pub food will be aware of Davy Byrne’s food reputation, in which seafood is the speciality.
If you visit the premises at lunchtime and evening time, you will witness the huge trade which is done in fresh Seafood, Wagyu Burgers and pub classics like Fish & Chips. There is also a full range of Salads and Sandwiches to compliment these and, as often as not, you can enjoy Oysters and Guinness.
The classic Gorgonzola sandwich with a glass of Burgundy as mentioned in Ulysses is available every day.

Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate strollers/buggies indoors at Davy Byrnes but subject to availability, we can at our outside terraced area. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Lisa

Dined 2 days ago

Overall was a lovely place, the glass of Red Chianti was flat tho, most likely sitting opened for a while, and the Guinness pie was so so HOT, it took ages to get stuck in to ... starters were fabulous and toilets were very clean.

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Popular dish

Beef & Guinness Pie

Popular dish

Davy's Spicy Chicken Wings

The House

4.7

4.7 (7)

€30 and under

Irish

Howth

About the restaurant

## The House Restaurant: A culinary gem in the heart of historic Howth village

The House Restaurant is a haven for discerning diners . Housed in a historic building that once served as the home of the infamous Captain Bligh, The House has been lovingly transformed into a warm and inviting space, where modern Irish cuisine & warm hospitality takes center stage.

Be greeted by the aroma of freshly baked bread & scones and the gentle hum of conversation. The interior is a harmonious blend of rustic charm and contemporary elegance, a beautiful modern art gallery, and soft lighting creating an atmosphere that is both intimate and inviting.

The House is a celebration of the finest local and seasonal produce. Enjoy tempting appetizers, like the crab & prawn pate, ham hock croquettes, or the creamy wild mushroom vol au vent.

For your main course like pan-fried hake with garlic crushed potato cake, lemon & caper butter sauce. Try our famous 14oz t-bone steak, or chargrilled rib-eye.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined on May 25, 2025

Have eaten at The House a number of times when we pass through Howth on the way to N Ireland. The food and service have always been excellent. I would thoroughly recommend a visit.

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