Best Restaurants In Dublin City Centre

From lush Michelin-starred fine dining to chilled burger joints and a crab shack that looks to be straight out of Galway Bay, this city offers something to satisfy every taste and budget. Whether you're on the hunt for the perfect date night spot or a cool watering hole with plenty of craic, here are the best restaurants in Dublin's city centre.

Last updated on 22nd March 2023




Klaw

Known for their famous oyster happy hour, the team at Klaw are on the mission to bring one of the best affordable restaurants in Dublin. Their chalkboard menu changes daily depending on what produce can be sourced, but expect plenty of fresh crab, lobster, crayfish and more. You may want to pack a bib...

Il Vicoletto

This restaurant is tucked away on one of Temple Bar's hidden cobbled streets, but if you're lucky enough to stumble across it, you won't be disappointed. The menu is focused on northern Italian cuisine, with a wine list to please even the pickiest of sommeliers. 

Chapter One

This Michelin-starrred city centre restaurant is offering dining experiences like no other. Their chef's table is the ideal way to celebrate a special occasion, with impeccable service, a view straight into the kitchen and a seven-course tasting menu made up of Ireland's finest ingredients.

Balfes

This bright and airy brasserie boasts a chic aesthetic to please even the pickiest of Instagrammers. With lofty ceilings, marble tables, and a sunny outdoor terrace, Balfe's is great for any occasion, offering everything from weekend brunches through to date night dinners. 

SOLE

On the hunt for the best seafood restaurants in Dublin city centre? We've got the goods with SOLE. Situated on William Street, the venue knocks up the freshest fish in a stunning aesthetic. The creme-de-la-creme? A two-tier tower of lush lobster, prawns and oysters.

Isabelle's

This South Anne Street spot offers a touch of class right in the centre of the city, with a long sweeping bar, contemporary art and an open kitchen for peeping at your food in anticipation. Topping it off, Isabelle's vast à la carte menu makes it the perfect place for a family gathering.

Brookwood

A supreme spot for steak, Brookwood is a haven for meat-lovers seeking out dinner in the city centre. It's here that you'll find a menu of gastro and grilled goodies, made using the finest in Irish produce and paired with an expertly curated selection of wines. 

777

777 is a mini slice of Mexico in the heart of central Dublin; leave your inhibitions at the door and dive into their insane (and somewhat scary) selection of tequilas whilst chowing down on tacos, quesadillas and fiery sides. Mexican wrestling masks are, of course, encouraged.

Pichet

This ultra-chic Temple Bar bistro has been recognised by the Michelin Guide for their innovative fusion of Irish and French cuisines. Acclaimed chef Stephen Gibson spent a decade working all over the world, culminating in Pichet's exciting à la carte menu that simply must be tasted.