Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Dublin

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Balfes

4.8

4.8 (14)

€31 to €50

European

Temple Bar

About the restaurant

Breakfast, Lunch, Cocktails, Dinner & Weekend Brunch. Located on Balfe Street, where Grafton Street and the Creative Quarter meet, Balfes features a 20 seater outdoor terrace, a zinc-covered bar and open kitchen.

Top review

Chenbagvip

Dined on Aug 23, 2024

The food we ordered came out great. Loved the club white lemonade. We had the salmon avocado poke and carpaccio starter, steak frites medium rare, seafood mix in broth and the mussels pot special.

Roe & Co Distillery

4.7

4.7 (269)

€31 to €50

Cocktail Bar

The Liberties

About the restaurant

Roe & Co Distillery is the home of cocktail exploration and modern Irish whiskey. Nestled in the heart of the Liberties new energy surges through the former Guinness Power Station, where fun and flavour come to life.

Enjoy some of the most exciting food Dublin has to offer at the Roe & Co Summer Garden. Expect delicious food, inspired by international cuisines, matched with bespoke Roe & Co cocktails as part of our award-winning Summer dining experiences. Come join us in our cosy, heated, and fully covered Power House Garden

Please drink Roe & Co responsibly, visit drinkaware.ie for more info.

Please note that our venue is strictly over 18's only.

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Ruth

Dined 7 days ago

Really great food, something a bit different, and highly recommend the cocktail pairings. The venue itself is lovely but got a bit chilly later in the night.

Chez Max

4.7

4.7 (1206)

€31 to €50

French

Dame Street

About the restaurant

Chez Max Palace Street, situated in the heart of Dublin City Centre next to Dublin Castle, invites you to experience its charming French ambience, bistrot, and café. Guests can relax on the front terrace, enjoy the Parisian vintage indoor area, or unwind in the heated back patio.

For larger groups (lunch for 9 or more, dinner for 7 or more), bookings cannot be made through this platform. Please email us at chezmaxpalace@gmail.com, and we will provide a form to collect the necessary details for your group.

**Lunch Seating:** 1 hour 30 minutes
**Dinner Seating:** 1 hour 45 minutes

**Dinner:**
Set dinner of 2 courses: €37.90
Set dinner of 3 courses: €43.90

Top review

Garyvip

Dined 2 days ago

Great food with a warm and engaging staff. Highly recommend.

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4.7

4.7 (24)

€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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Michael

Dined on Sep 3, 2024

Lovely courtyard, professional service and great food. We always try to make it here when visiting our son at UCD.

Elle's Bar & Bistro at The Iveagh Garden Hotel

4.6

4.6 (453)

€31 to €50

Irish

South City Centre

About the restaurant

Elle’s kitchen utilises the freshest local ingredients, blending a traditional bistro menu with seasonal Irish produce. The library is a cosy space, perfect for a cocktail or a quick bite, while the main room is perfect for more formal dining.

Enjoy private dining in our event spaces Elle's Suite or The Iveagh Suite for larger gatherings of up to 200 people!

Instagram: ellesbarandbistro

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Jennie

Dined 1 day ago

Nice lunch outdoors not overly busy. Good service attentive pleasant staff.

King Sitric Seafood Bar

4.6

4.6 (638)

€31 to €50

Seafood

Howth

About the restaurant

King Sitric Seafood Bar is a casual dining seafood restaurant with ample indoor and outdoor seating. We are located on the ground floor of The King Sitric. We also have a heated terrace & 'Beach Huts' located on the pavement.

Through the years The King Sitric has won many accolades and countless awards for its high standards.

Our commitment is to source and serve the best of fish and shellfish that Ireland has to offer. It is our passion and commitment that drove The King Sitric to an international reputation for excellent seafood.

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CAROL

Dined on Sep 12, 2024

Best seafood restaurant ever. Seafood so fresh, the menu lists who caught it. Prices were good and service was great. Dining area is so cute, great decor.

Angelina's

4.4

4.4 (2609)

€31 to €50

Contemporary Italian

Baggot Street Upper

About the restaurant

We promise beautiful food, made with the very best local and international produce. Our dishes are created with the bold, sun-filled flavours of Italy. We serve up in a laid back and informal vibe every day of the week, from lunch and brunch through dinner, so stop by with family and friends and enjoy a great meal, in great company.

Angelina’s: great food, honestly prepared, simply served.

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Charlesvip

Dined 5 days ago

The restaurant was very clean, and the staff was attentive. Wife had eggs Benedict and was very happy with the pork belly. I had the French toast and it was fantastic! Highly recommend. Next time, we'll sit on the patio.

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The Schoolhouse Dublin

4.4

4.4 (492)

€30 and under

French

Ballsbridge

About the restaurant

Welcome to the Gastrobar at the Schoolhouse Hotel, nestled in one of Dublin's most vibrant neighbourhoods. Discover an unparalleled dining experience crafted by our head chef, Francois Grelet, who possesses a passion for utilising fresh, locally sourced ingredients in his delectable creations.

Brunch, lunch, dinner and cocktails - we’re the local you’ve been looking for.

Indulge in a multitude of dining options within our Gastrobar, an inviting space that blends Irish history, contemporary style and sophistication. For those seeking a relaxing atmosphere our beloved garden terrace beckons, these outdoor seats offer a serene setting that is always in high demand. With a diverse range of dishes available, from gluten free to vegan, we guarantee a dish that suits every preference and mood. In addition, we are pleased to offer our venue as a destination for hosting small personal or corporate events. With on site free car parking - subject to availability.

Top review

Marie

Dined on Sep 11, 2024

Superb location, food and service … always a favourite spot in Dublin

Pete's of Sandymount

4.4

4.4 (26)

€31 to €50

Bistro

Sandymount

About the restaurant

Pete’s is well known for serving great tasty food in a friendly relaxed and chilled setting in the heart of Sandymount. Specialising in Italian / American cuisine we have been a staple of the local dining scene for well over a decade.

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Rebeccavip

Dined on Sep 7, 2024

My favourite place to eat in Dublin 4! Food is amazing and the service is wonderful.

Farmer Browns - Rathmines

3.8

3.8 (70)

€30 and under

American

Rathmines

About the restaurant

Opened in 2016 Rathmines is Farmer Browns' second venue Winning best Family Dining in 2018 (Irish Hospitality Awards).

Rathmines has that perfect balance between fabulous date night with exciting cocktails, craft beers and solid tunes and early morning Brunch with all day eggs for those lazy days! The menus are seasonal with long time favourites, always showcasing Ireland's farmers and producers.

If you're looking for a sun trap terrace in Dublin, Farmer Browns Rathmines is your spot !!

As you walk past the restaurant you can see the cosy terrace and the beautiful garden and a covered and heated terrace.

The perfect place to gather your family, friends or to have a romantic date xoxo

Top review

Jennifer

Dined on Aug 23, 2024

Nice food and lovely that I could bring my dog. Service was a bit slow but friendly staff.

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