Laurel Restaurant in Dublin

Pleasant layout above the pub, so you can have a drink before or after your meal. Our party of five can heartily recommend the specials at 35 euros for three courses, the fish dishes in particular were excellent. Service was very good. Interestingly, there were no condiments on the table, perhaps it's a culinary statement but as the seasoning was good there was no issue. Reasonable wine list. Definitely worth a visit.

Laurel in Blackrock is a fantastic restaurant tucked away above the pub—a real hidden gem. The food is absolutely amazing, beautifully presented on elegant plates that make the whole experience feel special. Every dish was full of flavor and clearly made with care. The atmosphere upstairs is stylish and relaxed, perfect for a nice evening out. The only downside is the music, which comes from the pub below and doesn’t quite match the refined setting of the restaurant. Still, the quality of the food more than makes up for it. Definitely worth a visit!

Beautiful evening with great service from our lovely waitress Hope. Great atmosphere, delicious food, and phenomenal presentation. 10/10 would highly recommend

The food was excellent, very high quality from start to end. The bread was noticeably good, always a nice sign. Great wines by the glass. Excellent service - very friendly and attentive. Will definitely return - very high end food in a nice atmosphere. We went for dinner very early, at 17.45, but the place was really filling up as we were leaving.

Although "Laurel" has been open for nearly two years, this was our first visit. Located just above "Kelly & Cooper" in Blackrock Village, we went based on a trusted friend's recommendation, and once again, he steered us right. The special three-course menu for €45 was an absolute delight. From the tempting selection of four starters, we both opted for the seared scallops with pea arancini, pea butter, and pancetta—simply delicious. For mains, I had the pan-fried halibut, while my wife enjoyed the slow-roasted beef. Both dishes were cooked to perfection and beautifully presented. To finish, we chose petit fours with coffee from the five available dessert options—a perfect ending to a fantastic meal. This special menu is available on Wednesday and Thursday nights, making it an excellent midweek treat. While the restaurant was relatively quiet (seating around 30, with 15 diners that evening), the atmosphere remained warm and inviting. The sole staff member attending to us was incredibly attentive, offering excellent service with a smile throughout the evening. The two chefs working in the open kitchen showcased impressive skill, creativity, and attention to detail in every dish. We highly recommend "Laurel" and will definitely be returning soon

Practically perfect in every way.... excellent service, excellent food, excellent atmosphere. A rare Irish venue where the noise level was so low we could hear ourselves and no one else... The service was " discreet" and attentive, the menu met it's brief, the cooking was superb and overall,we came away feeling we had a great experience and good value. Nowhere else in Blackrock can match that. Thank you.

No complaints whatsoever, fantastic food and service. Just the pre-starter dishes is worth more than what other restaurants offer - and it’s completely free!