The Blind Pig Dublin
This swanky speakeasy is keeping with the prohibition theme by dishing out delish meals. Enjoy tucking into everything oven baked salmon with purple mash to Italian charcuterie boards and seafood linguines.
Cupid's birthday comes but once a year... and with it, Dublin's friends, families and couples all start to feel the love a little. Whether you're celebrating Galentine's or taking your partner out for a hot date, these bars, restaurants and venues are offering a variety of things to do come the 14th of February. From sky-high rooftop views of the city to fun-loving watering holes that'll send sparks flying, check out our guide to Valentine's Day in Dublin.
Last updated on 24th February 2023
This swanky speakeasy is keeping with the prohibition theme by dishing out delish meals. Enjoy tucking into everything oven baked salmon with purple mash to Italian charcuterie boards and seafood linguines.
From pan-fried fillet of cod to slow roasted mushroom and tarragon soup, The Odeon has a beaut Valentine's Day menu worth swooning over. Enjoy two courses for € 32.95 or three for € 39.95. If you stay for dessert, the raspberry and dark chocolate brownie is a delight.
Farrier & Draper covers all bases when it comes to Valentine's Day, with food, drinks and ambience spread across its three floors. From the Italian eats in the basement space to the quirky mezzanine upstairs, it's a winning spot regardless of your plans for the evening.
With its low lighting, plush booths and mahogany interiors, Bow Lane's got a classic romantic date night aesthetic. Should you swing by on V-Day, you can imagine this place turning the music up and the space being filled with fun-loving couples seeking expertly-made cocktails.
Italian food is always a crowd-pleaser, so whether you're treating someone on a first date or celebrating an anniversary, Pacino's is a superb spot for Valentine's Day in Ireland. Tuck into freshly-cooked pasta, decadent seafood and proper pizzas and sultry sips.
If you don't mind splashing the cash for the sake of love, The Ivy is an incredible place to eat and drink from the 10th to the 14th of February. For £85, you and your other half can crack on with a three-course meal and glass of Champagne
If your other half likes Indian food, they'll absolutely adore Doolally on Richmond Street. Enjoy a menu specially curated by Michelin Star chef Alfred Prasad - think lamb rogan josh, prawn jalfrezi and chicken tikka caesar salad.
Fronting a menu of pink everything - think lime cured salmon and beetroot delights, this restaurant on William St South is fabulous for both fare and its interiors. Settle into this swish spot with your sweetie and get ready for an unforgettable V-Day.
If you're looking for a quirky place to drink on Valentine's Day in Dublin, Peruke & Periwig may be the bar for you. The venue's candlelit tables and plush seating are met with old-school pub feels, and rounded off with unique cocktail creations and delicious small plates for sharing.
Not a big fan of anything mushy gushy this year? Whether you're celebrating your girls or heading here for a first date, Whelan's has one of the best Valentine's Day specials in Dublin. Enjoy rocking out to punk and pop tunes for €12 per person while getting stuck into a cocktail or two.
Need last-minute plans this 14th of February? Nothing screams V-Day more than sumptuous cheese boards and glasses of red wine. Get a taste of the 1920s with their award-winning sips, paired expertly with gorgeous mains, desserts and nibbles.
Make Valentine's Day 2023 an iconic one at Sophie's, a sky-high eatery that's sure to blow your date away. Offering picturesque views of the city below, along with a cosy roof terrace and a stellar menu of New York-meets-Italian-meets-Irish dishes, it's a winning choice for Dublin's lovebirds.
For stunning views with your soulmate this V-Day, Angelina's is a canalside restaurant in Dublin with flavourful Italian dishes. Alongside sumptuous steaks and whole pizzas, you can sling back the best espresso martinis the city has to offer.
If you're a wine lover make sure to head to one of the city's pinkest bars on V-Day (seems fitting, right?). Spend the night at Bobby's and you'll get to sip on handpicked bottles in pretty surroundings, with expertly-curated sharing boards of Irish cheese and charcuterie.
Ryleigh's Rooftop Restaurant is perfectly perched atop The Mayson Hotel in Dublin 1, overlooking Dublin Bay, the Mountains and the iconic Poolbeg Pier. Should you have a hankering for freshly grilled goodies with a view, this is the romantic place for you.
Looking for a relaxed restaurant this V-Day with your sweetheart? Head to Capel Street for your very own slice of New Orleans in Ireland. They're dishing out American-meets-Irish goodies, from hearty plates to signature quirky cocktails and sweet desserts.