Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Dublin

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Matsukawa Sushi

4.9

4.9 (51)

€51 and over

Sushi

Smithfield

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.

Top review

NoraVIP

Dined 5 days ago

WOW, absolutely amazed by how good and authentic this restaurant is. The staff were beyond accommodating, the food and drinks were superb! Absolutely delicious! Definitely recommend and definitely going back!!

Glas

4.8

4.8 (2139)

€51 and over

Vegetarian / Vegan

South City Centre

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

Top review

Merrill

Dined 7 days ago

Lovely vegan restauant. Small, but decent portions (expected for this type of fancier fare). Everything was delicious. Atmophere was elegant but totally relaxed.

Bastible

4.8

4.8 (117)

€51 and over

Contemporary European

Portobello

About the restaurant

Bastible is located just a short stroll from the landmark St Patricks Cathedral in the vibrant postcode of Dublin 8.
The restaurant overlooks the junction of Clanbrassil Street and South Circular Road in what was once the old Jewish quarter of Portobello.

Chef Killian Walsh leads the kitchen team and creates seasonal tasting menus using his varied and considerable industry experience. Bastible was awarded a coveted Michelin Star in 2022 and proudly retains it today.

Bastible's atmosphere is relaxed and inclusive. There is no required dress code and we pride ourselves on friendly and knowledgable service.

We look forward to seeing you at Bastible soon.

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Daniel

Dined 6 days ago

Absolutely outstanding. Every single dish was tasty, interesting, well seasoned. Would definitely recommend.

BANG restaurant & wine bar

4.7

4.7 (1003)

€30 and under

European

South City Centre

About the restaurant

Just off St. Stephens Green and Beside The Shelbourne Hotel- Top 50 Restaurants 2023, Wine Spectator Award of Excellence 2024 , TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2024.
Head Chef, Nathan Greensmith, leads a talented team, using only the finest seasonal ingredients sourced from local suppliers. Featuring a delightful array of options, including steak favorites and fresh seafood
We believe that exceptional service is just as important as great food. Our attentive staff is trained to ensure that every guest feels welcome and valued, providing personalized service that enhances your dining experience.
We also cater to various dietary preferences, including gluten-free and vegan options
For a special event, BANG Restaurant offers three unique and stylish private dining spaces, accommodating up to 50 guests. Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, our dedicated team is here to help you plan and execute an unforgettable experience tailored to your needs

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Quynh

Dined 6 days ago

We had an amazing dinner at Bang restaurant. The table setting is romantic. The food is lovely and we got an extra dish as a surprise for our anniversary. Every staff is polite and helpful, especially Dominik, thank you for making our night special.

Margadh Food & Wine RHA Gallery

4.7

4.7 (190)

€30 and under

Modern European

South City Centre

About the restaurant

Welcome to Margadh Food and Wine
We look forward to seeing you shortly to our daytime cafe and evening wine bar.

Top review

Tara

Dined on Jun 17, 2025

Loved having lunch here in every way apart from noisieness. We left quickly as a result. If there was a whispering policy introduced I'd be there everyday!

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Guinness Open Gate Brewery

4.6

4.6 (534)

€30 and under

Brewery

The Liberties

About the restaurant

As we are a working brewery, you must be aged 18 years or over to visit.

The Guinness Open Gate Brewery (GOGB) is located in the heart of The Liberties, Dublin 8 and has been the Home of Experimentation at Guinness. At GOGB, we dream and live all things beer. It’s where our brewers creatively brew every pint with passion.

We offer limited-edition small-batch beers exclusively in our vibrant taproom. Not too sure what beers to try? Don’t worry, our beer specialists are at hand to help you choose a beer paddle suited to you. We also offer a selection of delicious small plates - from wings to fries to sharing platters, especially when coupled with our exciting seasonal brews.

The Guinness Open Gate Brewery is proud to be an official AsIAm Autism Friendly Accredited venue with the help of Ireland’s Autism Charity, AsIAm. We offer Sensory Friendly hours on the first Sunday of each month from 1pm - 3pm, starting Nov 3rd '24, where lighting and sounds will be reduced (subject to change).

Top review

Christopher

Dined 7 days ago

For anyone who enjoys craft beer and good food, I can't give a higher recommendation than Guiness's Open Gate Brewery. It was nice to experience innovation in beer making in the heart of Dublin.

Amy Austin

4.6

4.6 (477)

€31 to €50

Wine Bar

South City Centre

About the restaurant

Wine bar on Drury Street serving delicious sharing plates along with a wide selection of wines.

Top review

Mariana

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

Amy Austin was amazing! Absolutely delicious food, great service and value for money

Mermaid

4.6

4.6 (54)

€31 to €50

Irish

Monkstown

About the restaurant

Open for dinner Wednesday to Saturday with brunch on the weekends, do try our casual restaurant in the heart of Monkstown for great food and drinks.

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Marion

Dined on Jun 12, 2025

Mermaid is such a lovely place - beautiful space to sit and eat. The food was gorgeous, and the service so friendly without being over the top. We'll definitely be back again. Thank you.

Fujiyama Sushi & Bar Dundrum

4.6

4.6 (59)

€30 and under

Japanese

Dundrum (D14)

About the restaurant

At Fujiyama Chain Restaurant, we offer a unique dining experience with a focus on healthy, traditional Japanese cuisine. Using only the finest ingredients, we take pride in providing our customers with the best sushi and sashimi.

Enjoy a warm and friendly atmosphere that caters to all your needs, ensuring a memorable and authentic Japanese experience.

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Tamryn

Dined 6 days ago

Amazing experience! The food was really great and good value! I loved the decor. The noise level was at the right level, to make it feel energetic but still able to talk and hear the person next to you. The robot food delivery is so cute as well!

The Mongolian BBQ

4.5

4.5 (331)

€30 and under

Asian

Temple Bar

About the restaurant

In the 12th century, nomadic tribes of Mongol hordes invaded and conquered most of Northern Asia and Eastern Europe under Genghis Khan. Stopping each night to make camp, they would place their upturned shields over their camp fires and cook their meat with wooden sticks….And so the concept of The Mongolian Barbeque was born!!
Ok, that’s the history lesson over. One question people ask us a lot is ‘Do I need to be able to cook to eat here?’ And the answer is no! All you do is grab a bowl and choose your ingredients from our selection of meat, seafood, vegetables, tofu and noodles. You pick what you like! Then season with spices, herbs and sauces.
It’s a fun and unique way to eat and is also very healthy as we try to use as little oil as possible when stir frying. We have allergy information for our spices and sauces, so if you have an allergy, or if you are vegetarian, just let your server know, and we can cook your food separately in a wok, instead of on the grill.

Top review

Marion

Dined 7 days ago

It is my favourite restaurant, absolutely wonderful!!!

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