F.X. Buckley in Dublin

14/05/2025: The food at this Michelin restaurant was simply outstanding — every dish was so delicious that there’s not much more to say; it really lived up to its reputation. However, the dessert didn’t quite impress me and felt like a step down compared to the rest of the meal. One thing that left a negative impression was the service. There was a man, possibly the manager, who was walking around and engaging warmly with customers at almost every table. Strangely, he skipped our table and another with young Asian couples, despite us making eye contact and there being a quiet moment. It felt uncomfortable and left us wondering whether we were being intentionally overlooked. For a place of this calibre, you expect warm, inclusive hospitality — and unfortunately, that part missed the mark.

09/05/2025: Simply amazing! The food is a taste adventure, pure deliciousness! The service is excellent, friendly informative staff. Wonderful atmosphere. Patrick I'm sure is very proud of this restaurant still hitting the high notes after all these years.