Salamanca in Dublin

On our last visit to Dublin, in 2017, we ate there. It was very good and reasonably priced. This second time, we looked at the menu, but it seemed a bit pricey.

The place is lovely, with excellent food and great service. However, the prices are sky-high — each tapas costs as much as a full dish elsewhere, and the same goes for the wine. Even by Dublin standards, it’s expensive. Definitely one for a special occasion — just go in prepared.

A small, friendly Spanish tapas restaurant in Dublin. There aren't many restaurants of this type here, but it's pretty good. The service is friendly, the food arrives quickly, and the decor has a Spanish flair. The only thing I would criticize about the food is the presentation and portion sizes, where tapas restaurants in Spain set different standards. But here in Ireland, it's perfectly fine.

We recently visited Salamanca Tapas Bar on St. Andrew’s Street in Dublin and it truly felt like a little Spanish escape in the heart of the city. The atmosphere is lively, the staff are friendly, and the menu is full of authentic Spanish flavours. 🌟 What to Try: • Croquetas de Jamon Iberico – crispy and creamy, served with apple alioli. • Secreto Iberico al Grill – Iberian pork marinated in miso, paired with rocket & apple chutney. Unique and very memorable. • Pollo al Pedro Ximenez – chicken in a Pedro Ximenez brandy cream sauce, rich and indulgent. • Pulpo a la Gallega – grilled octopus with chorizo crumbs and paprika. A must if you enjoy seafood. 🍷 Their wine list is well-curated and pairs beautifully with tapas – ask the staff for recommendations, they are very helpful. 💡 Tips: • Great place for groups – sharing tapas is the best way to explore the menu. • Early bird menu and tapas platters are good value if you want to try a variety. • Booking ahead is recommended, especially at weekends, as it gets busy. • Portions are generous for tapas – 2–3 dishes per person is usually enough. • Save some space for dessert – churros are a classic finish. 🏛 The building itself is charming (late 1800s) and located just a few steps from Grafton Street, so it’s perfect to combine with shopping or a walk through the city centre. In short: Salamanca is one of the best places in Dublin if you want to experience authentic Spanish tapas in a warm, bustling atmosphere. Highly recommend both for locals and tourists!

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! We arrived without a booking on a busy night and were warmly welcomed and seated at the bar until a table became available. The food was fantastic and the service very friendly and efficient. Much to our surprise we also received a complimentary glass of limoncello with our bill. Very nice touch, thank you! When in Dublin and looking for some excellent, authentic Spanish food..Salmanca is the place! 😀

The tortilla was nothing special. The paella was good, the eggplant filling was delicious, and the Catalan cream was very good (it's not difficult to make either).

Great spot. Great food and cocktails.

Authentic Spanish food in a great location

Had an early dinner on the 18 th of August . Staff was so helpful and polite! Martin , the waiter was very attentive and friendly I had the lovely salmon with potatoes!!!! Delicious!!!! A glass of Spanish Rose ! And dessert … Crema catalana !!! What a great place to eat and enjoy a late afternoon !!!

Realmente disfrutamos de nuestra comida aquí recientemente. Éramos un pequeño grupo de amigos. Había un ambiente vibrante en el restaurante, excelente personal que era tan amable y servicial. La comida y el vino era muy sabroso y el Servicio fue rápido, pero no nos apresuramos con nuestra comida. Sin duda volvería de nuevo.