Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Dublin

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Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are the best neighborhood gems in Dublin? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Craft Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (34)

€51 and over

European

Harold's Cross (D6W)

About the restaurant

Craft is an award-winning neighbourhood restaurant in Harold’s Cross, owned and run by renowned chef, Philip Yeung, a short distance from the surrounding villages of Rathgar, Rathmines and Ranelagh.

Philip became Head Chef at Town Bar and Grill in 2010, working under Temple Garner, and was also instrumental in the re-opening of Bang Restaurant in 2010, again as Head Chef.

Philip opened Craft in February 2016 and very quickly gained recognition for his modern Irish cuisine, winning the ‘Best Newcomer’ award for Dublin at the RAI awards in May 2016, Michelin Bib Gourmand 2017, ‘Best Emerging Irish Cuisine’ in all of Ireland at the RAI awards in 2018 and Michelin Bib gourmand again in 2018 and 2019.

Top review

Jessie VIP

Dined on Apr 17, 2025

We had an incredible time trying the Chef’s Menu at Craft. The snacks were the star of the show for us, we loved the ham hock croquettes and blue cheese tartlets in particular. Every dish was seasonal and carefully balanced. We also had an excellent and well-priced bottle of wine. The service was outstanding, unfortunately I can’t remember the name of the woman serving us but we dined on Thursday the 17th of April and she was very attentive, welcoming and friendly and had great knowledge of the food and the restaurant. We will be back!

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Chef’s Menu

Bethlehem Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (344)

€30 and under

Palestinian

Rathmines

About the restaurant

Bethlehem restaurant is the first of its kind in Dublin offering real Home Made Palestinian cuisine in the heart of Dublin .

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Rebecca

Dined 5 days ago

Delicious food and authentic setting and atmosphere.

One Squared

4.8

4.8 (190)

€30 and under

Contemporary Italian

Bayside

About the restaurant

One Squared is a brand new eatery located beside Bayside shopping centre! We offer a wide array of food options covering breakfast, lunch & dinner!

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Jean

Dined 5 days ago

Fantastic service, very friendly staff, and delicious food. Highly recommend

3fe Gertrude

4.7

4.7 (254)

€30 and under

Comfort Food

South City Centre

About the restaurant

3fe Gertrude is an all day diner with a focus on great food and coffee. It’s core customers are people who are seeking a space to socialise and meet their friends, family and colleagues any day of the week in a relaxed and informal setting.

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Paul

Dined on Apr 13, 2025

Food was amazing. Lovely little place. Very easy to miss it, but if you get a chance to try it you won't be disappointed.

The Brass Onion Bistro

4.7

4.7 (219)

€30 and under

Bistro

Drumcondra (D9)

About the restaurant

Welcome to Brass Onion Bistro.
The newest addition to Dublin 9, Where we cook the freshest ingredients from our local suppliers to the highest standard combined with a friendly service.

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Eithne

Dined on Apr 17, 2025

Fabulous place....Staff attentive....but not in your space.....food delicious, very reasonably priced...Just love it!

Mermaid

4.7

4.7 (50)

€31 to €50

Irish

Dun Laoghaire

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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Emma

Dined on Apr 4, 2025

The food was very nice and price wise it’s good.

Voici Creperie and Wine Bar

4.5

4.5 (222)

€30 and under

French

Rathgar

About the restaurant

Authentic French Creperie and Wine Bar. Full selection of savoury galettes, sweet crepes, charcuterie and cheese board with great selection of fine wines.

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Rachel

Dined 7 days ago

The staff were as helpful and welcoming as always.

McHughs of Raheny

4.5

4.5 (331)

€31 to €50

Contemporary European

Raheny

About the restaurant

Welcome to McHughs of Raheny. We are a bustling bistro located in the heart of Raheny serving top quality food, prepared using the finest local and seasonal produce. If you cannot see online availability for your chosen day, please give us a call on 018327435 as we reserve some tables for phone bookings only.

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EdCa

Dined on Apr 25, 2025

Really enjoyed the meal and the staff were so lovely!

Sea & Stone Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (60)

€31 to €50

International

Loughlinstown

About the restaurant

Nestled between the stunning coastline and rugged mountains, Sea & Stone offers a unique dining experience with a focus on fresh, local seafood and sizzling steak served on hot stones.

Whether you’re here for a romantic meal, a family gathering, or a casual dinner with friends, we bring the best of land and sea to your table.

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Thelma

Dined 6 days ago

Beautiful food and server was friendly & engaging. Will be back.

URBAN8

4.4

4.4 (32)

€30 and under

Contemporary European

Kilmainham

About the restaurant

URBAN8 is conveniently located within easy walking distance of Kilmainham Gaol, IMMA, St James’s Hospital, Guinness Storehouse and the Hilton Hotel Kilmainham.

We see ourselves as a focal point of our community and for visitors from further afield! and you can always expect a warm welcome from our friendly and professional team. So whether you are looking for an enjoyable casual dining experience or just dropping in for a glass of wine, beer or coffee – URBAN8 is the perfect fit.

We look forward to seeing you very soon.

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Ciara

Dined on Apr 9, 2025

Really great experience here, food superb and staff very friendly.

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