Best Restaurants In Ireland 2024

Ditch dinner at home for a first-rate meal out with the help of our ultimate Ireland restaurant guide, including places across Belfast, Dublin, Cork and more. We've rounded up some of the best eateries all bringing something exciting to the table (literally), from quirky menu themes to spins on traditional plates and interiors that you wouldn't expect from a fine dining destination.

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Dublin: Chapter One

One of the best Michelin restaurants in Ireland has to be Dublin's Chapter One; this classic French eatery with a modern twist offers a rare dining experience that can't be missed. Everything about this place is a work of art, from the interiors to the carefully constructed dishes. It's ideal for turning a special ocassion into a night to remember. 

Dublin: Uno Mas

Try not to fall too deeply in love with a dish at Dublin's Uno Mas, as it could disappear at any moment with their daily changing Spanish menu. Plates consist of pre-starter nibbles from cured meats to olives and croquettes, followed by mains such as a salt aged steak and creamy ricotta pasta. 

Belfast: OX

As an eatery that boasts such a laid-back feel, it's a surprise to discover that every component of this award-winning hotspot in Belfast has been so carefully curated by the masterminds behind it. The thoughtful seasonal menu, top-notch wine selection and riverside setting make OX one of the best Northern Ireland restaurants. 

Dublin: Pichet

Known for being one of the best French restaurants in Dublin, Ireland, Pichet is a bistro with a lot to prove. Luckily it's hard to disappoint when your dishes are made from top-quality local ingredients and you have a Michelin Bib Gourmand award under your belt. The selective menu changes with the seasons and is always as impressive as the last.  

Dublin: Mr Fox

The team behind Mr Fox are experts in casual fine dining. This Dublin gem fronts adventurous dishes that are surprisingly budget-friendly. The seasonal set menu is guaranteed to impress, with uncommon cuts of meat and experimental flavours to boot.