Brookwood in Dublin

Brookwood deserves every bit of praise it has received in online reviews. One of our best (maybe our best) meal in Ireland and that includes a Michelin star restaurant. We were immediately and warmly greeted when we arrived. The restaurant is small and divided between three floors (technically four if you include the basement where some of the prep cooking is done). The first floor includes a handful of tables and the open kitchen where the executive chef and a sous chef work tirelessly. The second floor includes additional tables and a small bar. The third floor includes a private dining room. All told probably 15-18 tables. The service was impeccable from start to finish; our server Alix was personable, efficient and a lot of fun. She took time to help us with our menu and wine choices. We started off with house-made focaccia bread which is made over a two day process and was as good as anything we had in Italy on our many trips there. The “Irish Onon Soup” was beyond delicious — made with house-made beef and chicken stock, red wine, red wine vinegar, 16 hour slowly cooked onions, and finished with an Irish cheese which the head chef described as “like a cheddar but with more umami.” Well agreed that it was some of the best onion soup we had ever tasted and a meal of that and the focaccia would have been perfect. But we quickly changed our mind when the chateaubriand arrived. The chateaubriand is for two persons; we were two couples and both couples decided on the dish. OMG perfection and I am so glad I splurged on the dish and screw my cholesterol for the night lol. Our friends had a special request which was can we do half the dish at medium rare to medium and half at rare - the head chef was quick to say “no problem.” My partner and I both ordered the dish “blue” - yes we love it beyond rare and it arrived at the perfect temp. Our friends also both proclaimed their preferred temps as perfect. The chateaubriand also came with a choice of two sauces and two sides. We selected the bearnaise, the peppercorn and the Brookwood butter as sauces - all perfectly prepared and adding some delicious fat to the fairly lean beef. We selected the delicious cabbage with bacon (a luxurious concoction of cabbage, bacon, cream, and butter) which was decadent rich side which you could pretend was healthy because it is cabbage. The creamy mash potatoes were equally delicious. We were so full after dinner we shared a single dessert which was a lemon custard (no the name on the menu) with fresh strawberries. It was bright, light and lemony a perfect way to finish our meal. I should mention the wine list which is a nice selection and range of prices. We started with a rioja reserva which was delicious as it opened up. We followed up with a nice and reasonably priced cote de Rhône. It was a Monday evening so admittedly not a super busy night (although table were full when we first arrived). The staff is amazingly attentive and we had wonderful interaction. The head chef checked in with us on our meal, answered all of our questions and was genuinely interested in our feedback. All great from our part. A wonderfully memorable evening and food!!!!

We had a wonderful Sunday roast for my brothers birthday. Thank you for the birthday candle that was a nice touch 😄

Had a great dinner! Food was fantastic, service was even better. Will definitely be returning next time we’re in Dublin.

More than satisfied with the food: praises to the chefs because they are incredible. Cozy and well maintained environment. Amazing service: very happy about how Luca and the rest of the staff took care of me.

My wife and I were in Dublin for several days and came here the last night of our trip. We met Laura, the owner, who introduced herself and took time out of her busy evening to discuss her restaurant and how they make their food taste perfect. We ordered the 40 ounce tomahawk steak and it came out absolutely amazing. We’re from Texas and I’d like to think we know our meat. This was a stellar experience and we highly recommend anyone visiting to stop by and pay Laura and her team a visit. It will not disappoint!!!

Great steak but service left a bit to be desired.

My wife and I recently celebrated our 21st wedding anniversary at Brookwood on Baggot Street, and we couldn’t have asked for a more memorable experience. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with warmth and genuine hospitality. The staff were incredibly friendly, attentive, and made us feel immediately at ease — their professionalism and kindness truly enhanced our evening. We opted for the Tomahawk for Two deal, which included a generous Tomahawk steak, fries for two, two sauces, and a bottle of house red wine — all for €99.00. It’s an incredible value, especially considering the quality of both the food and service. While we had requested the steak to be cooked medium, it arrived slightly more on the medium-rare side. However, the flavours were so rich and the meat so tender that we decided to continue without sending it back — and we’re glad we did. It was absolutely delicious, expertly seasoned and perfectly complemented by the sauces and crispy fries. What truly touched us was the thoughtful gesture of a complimentary dessert to mark our anniversary. It was a lovely surprise and added a personal touch to an already special night. Brookwood strikes the perfect balance between an upscale dining experience and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. It’s clear that the staff take pride in making each guest feel celebrated, whether it's a regular dinner out or a once-in-a-lifetime occasion. We left feeling full, happy, and genuinely appreciated. We’d highly recommend Brookwood for anyone looking to mark a special occasion — or simply enjoy a high-quality meal with excellent service in a stylish yet cozy setting.

Ein exzellentes Steakhouse mit allem was man sich wünscht. Sehr gute Steaks, alle Beilagen die man sich wünscht. Offene Küche wo man sehen kann wie das Essen zubereitet wird und eine sehr gute Auswahl an Bier und Weinen

Lovely food + wine! We all had the fillet steak. Service by Annicks was 10/10. Thanks for a lovely evening!

Excellent food & service with the lunch menu being good value for money too