The best restaurants in Dublin

18/01/2026: I visited The Stag’s Head around 1:00 pm for lunch, mainly because I was curious to try their Guinness beef stew. When I arrived, it looked like most people were just having drinks, but the waitress explained that many were actually waiting for food. Even though the pub was nearly full, I was able to get a table straight away, which was great. The wait for food was about 19 minutes, which felt reasonable given how busy it was. The stew itself was decent and comforting, but not particularly memorable. It was quite vegetable-heavy, with less beef than I expected. Overall, it was a pleasant lunch experience with good service and atmosphere, though the Guinness beef stew wasn’t quite a standout for me personally.

18/01/2026: Was recommended by a local in a coffee shop to visit ! Now can’t fault the place and would say best pub we visited during our stay in Ireland! Atmosphere 10/10 ! Staff omg amazing at the bar and table service available! Went for one drink stayed for 5 and will say the best pint poured and what you call normal prices around £6 a pint for great Guinness ! Keep up the great work

11/01/2026: Very tasty food Liked the Steak

11/01/2026: We had an incredible experience! We ordered the 3 course menu, food was delicious and the price was fair. Barbara was our waitress, service was excelent throughout our entire meal. We look forward to go back soon, 10/10

31/01/2026: Disappointed with my meal here tonight. I am happy to pay over 30 euro for a really good main course but not the soggy Singapore noodles drenched in soy sauce I was served.

20/01/2026: There are only a few chain style restaurants in the country that offer truly good service and food consistently. Red torch ginger is up there but in particular this location. Service is excellent food is excellent and atmosphere is always lively. All this and more brings me back weekly.

14/10/2025: Absolutely loved Aqua Restaurant in Howth! The views over the harbor are amazing. It feels like you’re dining right on the sea. My steak was cooked perfectly, and friends raved about the salmon. Excellent wine list, great service, and a warm, elegant vibe. Worth the short walk down West Pier easily one of the top meals I’ve had in Ireland. The Amore Life indeed!

21/08/2025: The restaurant is situated beautifully however the muscles were very over salted and the fish pie was luke warm and was more potato than fish

08/01/2026: All the way from Australia, Melbourne 🇦🇺 Arthur’s Pub is the kind of place that wraps around you like a well-worn wool coat. Warm, unpretentious, quietly iconic. It feels steeped in stories, the sort of pub where time slows and conversations linger a little longer than planned. There is nothing flashy here, just tradition done properly, which honestly makes it even better. The bangers and mash were incredible. Proper, hearty, soul-soothing food. The sausages were juicy and deeply savoury, clearly good quality, with that perfect snap when you cut into them. The mash was creamy and comforting without being heavy, acting as the ideal base for the rich onion gravy poured generously over the top. Every bite tasted intentional, like someone in the kitchen genuinely cares about getting it right. It is classic Irish pub food executed beautifully, no notes. What elevated the experience even further was the wait staff. Truly lovely. Warm, attentive, and effortlessly kind, the sort of people who make you feel welcome rather than rushed. They struck the perfect balance between professionalism and genuine friendliness. Arthur’s Pub is honest, comforting, and memorable. Amazing food, beautiful service, and an atmosphere that feels like a hug. I would go back in a heartbeat!!!!

07/01/2026: Good food and nice environment. Nice staff .

18/01/2026: This evening we celebrated my birthday at The Cow Pub & Kitchen, with my family, and everything was absolutely excellent. The staff were extremely kind and welcoming, the food was so good, and the desserts were truly impressive! A real highlight of the night! We felt well looked after from start to finish. I highly recommend this place, and it’s a big yes for going back. Thank you so much to everyone for making our celebration so special!

02/01/2026: I had the Venison pie with peas & carrots. Very delicious! I was able to order and eat before 5:00. Very accommodating. Recommend.

02/02/2026: Super different tasty dish. Ingredients & their combination was top-notch. I liked the menu & wanna try everything else on that. Chai latte was too sweet.

19/01/2026: A splendid place. I loved its concept and setting. We had breakfast there, the food was fantastic, and the cappuccino and hot chocolate were absolutely amazing. A must-visit when you come to Dublin. Add it to your list of favorite places. The service was excellent.

05/02/2026: Cannot fault Keshk -100% for food , quality, value and service . Mustafa and Aneta always give 110% to service and quality . Top tip - give it a go because you will not be disappointed . My favourite restaurant in Dublin - plus it’s BYOB .

27/01/2026: My visit to Keshk restaurant was adequate, though unremarkable. The service was competent, courteous and reasonably efficient. Dishes arrived without undue delay, suggesting acceptable coordination. The food was freshly prepared and palatable. The chicken skewers and grilled chicken were genuinely tasty and showed careful preparation, demonstrating attention to detail in the cooking process. Flavors across the menu were balanced and executed with sound technique, meeting basic expectations for a dining establishment. Everything was satisfactory enough. That said, the experience offered nothing distinctive beyond the well-prepared chicken. No particular creativity or standout execution elevated the meal beyond ordinary. While perfectly acceptable, nothing warranted a return visit in the near future. In short, Keshk provides functional service and decent food, a reasonable option if you’re in the area, but not a destination worth seeking out specifically.

14/10/2025: I visited Filo Caffe. I buy a sausage pie, a freddo espresso, and later took a ham and cheese croissant to go. Everything was excellent, both in taste and quality. The space is just right to make you feel comfortable and cozy , especially combined with the extremely polite and cheerful staff. There’s a wide variety of pastries, sandwiches, and sweets. And as I told you in person congratulations!

12/10/2025: Absolutely love Filo Café! Such a cozy and relaxed spot — perfect for coffee or a small bite. I tried the Ekmek Kataif and Bueno cake, both were super tasty and fresh. The coffee’s really good too — rich flavour and nicely done. Staff are super friendly and make you feel welcome. Great place to chill, catch up, or just take a break.

18/11/2025: Great Pizza! Nice atmosphere and quick service! Highly recommended! Greetings from Belgium

22/10/2025: It was an amazing experience and a cozy environment. 100 percent worth it. And the pricing is great are whole meal over all as a family of four was under € 100 loved it so much. 💕

04/02/2026: Nice place, tasty food, excellent service 👌

24/01/2026: Visited Dublin for the 1st time. Came across this place and felt like I didn’t want to leave and didn’t leave. Sarah behind the bar made me feel the most welcome and service from her especially has been outstanding. Will definitely return.

03/12/2025: Absolutely lovely staff - so friendly and helpful

28/11/2025: Delicious salads, cakes, coffee, everything really.

12/01/2026: What a cracking place to eat. Food was hot, plenty full and very tasty.

11/01/2026: Highly recommended. 100% Guinness, definitely not expensive, and the chicken wings are insanely delicious. If you're in Dublin, go here. The service is also top-notch, and the pub's atmosphere is fantastic.

14/12/2025: We went two times at High Nelly’s during our 3 day trip to Dublin. Simply because once is not enough to eat the 10/10 fry up breakfast. Every single thing on the plate is so good, and the people working here are class. Friendly service with a smile, giving you the best an Irish morning can offer -what more does a person want? And that all for such a fair price. We’ll be back!

14/12/2025: Monster breakfast is a belly buster!

10/01/2026: Great restaurant, friendly service, good atmosphere, special requests are accommodated.

01/01/2026: It was my first time in the restaurant and I loved it. The food was amaaaazing! And the service? Omg Suzy is a such wonderful person that brought all of the shine to our evening! She was the key of our good moment recommending the wine. All the time checked on us and made us feel very comfortable. Definitely I am going to come back.