One Pico in Dublin

The restaurant itself is lovely, the service is friendly, and the food is beautifully presented. Unfortunately, the visual appeal couldn't always disguise the lack of distinctive features typical of good gourmet cuisine. It simply lacked those special flavor accents that truly engage the palate. Salt was the dominant flavor. While we generally enjoy salty food, there should be some creativity in the use of other spices and aromatic combinations. Technically, everything was well-executed, but that shouldn't be all there is to it in high-end gourmet cuisine. Without that "wow" factor and a surprising element for the senses, it remains bland. There's definitely room for improvement, especially considering the price range and compared to other restaurants in this category. We were somewhat disappointed.

Excellent food. The chef is inspired and it shows. Amazing staff.

Fantastic service, very knowledgable on food and drink. Lovely quiet and cosy atmosphere with a fine dining feel. Every course was incredible and I will definitely return.

We had dinner with a larger group in the upstairs room, which was nice and quiet. The restaurant got a nice setup and the waiter was very attentive. But the food wasn't really a five star experience. The lamb was almost cold when it arrived and that wasn't a great taste experience.

Food was interesting...but required frequently explanations. Memorable particularly for tiny portion size. Pricey.

Food was excellent, however, we were left waiting far far too long between courses; for the second time running

I had dinner at One Pico on Saturday evening, and although I had read many outstanding reviews beforehand, the experience still managed to exceed every expectation. I arrived anticipating a memorable meal. I left convinced that One Pico is operating at excellent culinary level. From the very first amuse-bouche, the steak tartare was superb. I was fortunate enough to try three different starters, each outstanding in its own right. The Crab was wonderfully fresh and elegant. The Poached Organic Salmon was deeply flavourful, elevated by a fantastic treatment of peas in both whole and velouté form. The Braised Beef Cheek Raviolo was sublime: intensely savoury and executed with real finesse. As a main course, the Lamb Rump deserves special mention. The cooking was impeccable, beautifully pink, tender, and precise, but what truly impressed me was the extraordinary pairing with the mint foam and the Mediterranean-inspired red peppers. The mint element brought freshness and aromatic lift without overwhelming the dish, while the peppers, cooked to perfection, added sweetness, depth, and an unexpected elegance. It was a sophisticated and brilliantly composed plate. Desserts maintained the same exceptional standard. The famous Passion Fruit Soufflé fully deserves its reputation: light, aromatic, perfectly risen, and balanced by vibrant acidity. The Chocolate Tart was equally excellent. There is clearly an excellent level of talent in this kitchen: outstanding produce, skilled execution and precise technique. Equally deserving of praise is the front-of-house team. The service was polished, warm, attentive, and perfectly paced, exactly the level of hospitality such an impressive kitchen deserves. I must also highlight the excellent recommendations from the sommelier, with great expertise and impeccable manner. One Pico is, without question, an essential dining destination in Dublin for anyone who truly appreciates exceptional cuisine and refined hospitality. I will absolutely return every time I visit the city.

During my trip to Ireland, I dined at this restaurant in Dublin. I was looking forward to it, as it's a Michelin-starred restaurant, and it far exceeded my expectations. The four-course dinner was served in a sophisticated yet relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. The first two canapés set the mood, and the homemade bread and salty farmhouse butter were delicious. For appetizers, I enjoyed a refreshing dish of Kilkiel crab and rich beef cheek ravioli. For the main course, I chose lamb and hake, both cooked to perfection with excellent balance of sauces. From the chocolate and almond dacquoise to the passion fruit soufflé for dessert, the entire course was perfectly executed. Every dish was beautifully presented, and the generous use of vegetables prevented it from becoming too heavy, allowing me to enjoy it to the very end. I highly recommend this restaurant for special occasions or for anyone who appreciates fine dining.

What a pleasure to dine here. The owner was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly! Suggested a top notch local IPA brew to match the entree. The food was phenomenal and if I lived in Dublin, I would eat there as often as my wallet would allow.

Lovely restaurant, staff are excellent the food is great but didn't blow me away. Portions are tiny but presented very well. Higher rate Nd price wise. Recommended