Woodruff in Dublin

Food was divine , waiter was helpful, attentive and full of knowledge of the options on the menu. Can’t recommend this place enough. Will be back again soon.

Great value bistro. Excellent desserts! Everything is great!

The food in Woodruff was just incredible, The waitress had explained each dish so well, it caused me to step out of my usual choice of food, the best way to describe each dish is ‘Art’ and to trust the artist(chef) the unexpected infusion of flavours blew me away and I was pleasantly satisfied. The atmosphere was simple but cozy and the full experience was hugely boosted by the service which was not fuelled by formality but by passion, enthusiasm and genuine respect for what the menu presented. A must recommend!

Amazing in season food. Never disappointed when we have dinner here. Very generous portions, extremely tasty and varied dishes, extensive wine list.

Hidden Gem on the outskirts of Dublin. Great cooking with high quality ingredients, friendly staff and a fantastic wine list. Definitely worth the trip as a non-local.

Very cute restaurant! We went on a Friday night — unfortunately, it was quite noisy, so if you’re looking for a quiet, romantic spot, I wouldn’t recommend it. We ordered the vegetarian dish, which was very tasty. It didn’t include any carbs, so we added a side of bread, which was also very nice. The side carrots were flavorful, but we didn’t enjoy the crisps — they lacked spices and weren’t very crispy, which was a bit disappointing. There’s a nice selection of non-alcoholic drinks. Overall, it was a good experience, though a little on the pricey side, and there’s still some room for improvement.

Had the most welcoming and wonderful evening again at Woodruff. This top tier eatery never disappoints. Sublime food, warm and fun atmosphere. Pure gem.

One of my favourite restaurants. Service is always consistently good, food is delicious with a focus on seasonal and local ingredients.

I ADORE this place. This restaurant gives very creative answers in putting fermented/pickled ingredients into their dishes. Apparently their menu also changes every week to reflect the season. One dish we had was with fermented walnuts. It tastes like pickled cucumber but looks like sliced mushrooms... The confit & liver pithivier thing in my duck breast dish was a gem. So good that I had to save it to the last. Eating at this place feels like a treasure hunt or foraging in a forest. There's something unique and creative in every dish. I could taste the attentiveness and the value of this restaurant. The atmosphere is great - welcoming, relaxing but with standard. You wouldn't feel underdressed wearing casual clothes, but you also know this place provides quality experience the second you walk in. Dessert - First time ever trying ice cream with woodruff flavour. Had to Google what woodroof is if I'm honest. Glad I tried. It's a mix taste of vanilla, cinnamon, and other fresh herbs. The creme brulee is THICK. It's VERY dense and creamy. I'm not saying it's a bad thing, but beware, it might not be the wisest idea to finish all of it when you're nearly full. I had great fun eating here. What a successful adventure!! I recommend this place to everyone!

We eat at Woodruff about once a week, and it’s one of the few places we keep going back to without hesitation. The food is always excellent — thoughtful, seasonal, and full of flavour. It’s clear the kitchen really cares about what they’re doing, but the dishes don’t feel overcomplicated. The atmosphere is relaxed and unpretentious. It’s a nice space to sit in, calm, modern, and comfortable and the staff are friendly and easygoing. You feel looked after without it being too formal. There’s a consistency to the whole experience that’s hard to find these days. It’s the kind of place you start treating like your local, even if it’s a bit more special than that.