Best Dinner Places to Eat in Maynooth

"Brother Hubbard is a recent addition to trendy Capel Street and they're setting the bar high. Coffee and tea is sourced from two of the best Dublin suppliers, 3FE and Wall and Keogh and their homemade drinks including orange and lemon barley water and rose, raspberry and apple are refreshing and different. The newly opened courtyard includes an entirely edible garden and they are currently nominated for 'best scone in Ireland'."

"COVID or no COVID, Brother Hubbard is one of Dublin’s best brunch spots. They have a great outdoor seating area which makes them an ideal place to dine during lockdown restrictions. Their menu is extensive, with all the normal brunch beverages, such as tea and coffee, but also more celebratory drinks such as prosecco and wine."

"You can dine at Chapter One, one of the finest restaurants in Dublin, for less than 40 euros for a two-course lunch. Chef Ross Lewis has spent 27 years refining and creating his award-winning cuisine, winning accolades and stacking up numerous awards, including a Michelin star. He was the head chef for Queen Elizabeth’s visit to Ireland in 2011."

"If you want to go for one super-luxe, blowout meal when you’re in town, then Chapter One is the place to head. Yes, it’s pricey, and you’ll need to book in advance, but this is the pinnacle of fine dining in Dublin. As is the case with most of the city’s fanciest restaurants, the lunch and pre-theatre menus offer tremendous value."

"Ross Lewis’ basement restaurant has retained a Michelin star since 2007 with its elegant, modern European dishes that celebrate the terroir of Ireland paired with impeccable service."

"With a choice of delicious, hearty meals to choose from for a quick bite or a sit-down dinner, Dublin’s oldest vegan restaurant is still bustling day in day out. Be prepared to queue for this delicious food, but a trip to one of the best vegan restaurants in Dublin will be oh so worth it. Address: 19-20 Wicklow St, Dublin, D02 FK27"

"Maybe Dublin’s best-known vegetarian restaurant is Cornucopia, on Wicklow Street. I ate a lot of their food this year because Kev’s mom often cooks for me out of their cookbook – so I can attest that they have some truly delicious recipes. Vegan feast at Cornucopia in Dublin pic.twitter.com/qPQrx0I7Rj"

"One of the best spots in Dublin if you are looking for Veggie only food. Their staple salads are always of superb quality, reliable and an uber healthy option."

"A post shared by Fade Street Social (@fadestsocialbar) on Feb 21, 2018 at 6:34am PST. The Fade Street Social’s official description is that of an “ambitious little project” that throws together two restaurants and a rooftop terrace (The Winter Garden). Getting cold should not be a problem (unless the seasons change) because there are heaters spread around the rooftop area."

"The sister restaurant to the Rustic Stone, Fade Street Social is another critically acclaimed gastronomic gem. Fade Street Social consists of a restaurant, a tapas and gastro bar, and a cocktail winter garden. The menu is created from a number of culinary influences, from Irish to more international fare."

"Hidden bars known as “síbín” in Irish have been popular around Ireland since the Prohibition era. Today, drinking is legal in Ireland, in fact the Irish are famous for craic. People travel from all around the world to party in the home of the famous pubs and brands like Jameson Whiskey and Guinness Beer."

"Gourmet Food Parlour are doing both outdoor dining and takeaway at the moment, with a wide range of options, including Belgian waffles, a vegan big breakfast and a range of salads, sandwiches and pastas. On their website they talk about the importance of flavour but also the importance of service and atmosphere, dedicating themselves to providing the best customer experience they can. You can support us by buying us a coffee, Every little bit will go towards creating new and exciting content for you!"

"Chez Max offers a short menu of French classics combined with smart service and affordable prices. The Baggot Street branch, in the basement of one of the area's Georgian townhouses, offers the added allure of outdoor (and heated) seating. You can't go wrong with the steak frites, with green beans on the side; and the wine list – all French, naturellement – is voluminous."

"Chez Max has table and chairs tumbling onto the pedestrianized palace street. Typically French right down to its staff, try the croque monsieur or one of their drool-worthy sweet and savory crepes. They’re open from breakfast to dinner so there’s no bad time to stop for a coffee and a bite."

"This adorable bistro is tucked away beside Dublin Castle is so discreet that you probably wouldn't even notice it unless you were actively searching. Staff are friendly and the venue is lit by simple tealights at each table. The vibe is sophisticated but casual with a simple menu."

"Along the southern part of the Dart trainline, Blackrock Park is a small but perfectly formed park boasting striking views of the Irish Sea. The star of the show is the pond with its Peace Fountain, created to mark the International Year of Peace in 1986. You may well spot swans and ducks in the area, too."

"At the northern end of Parnell Square is a small, peaceful park, dedicated to the men and women who have died in pursuit of Irish freedom. The Garden of Remembrance marks the spot where several leaders of the 1916 Easter Rising were held overnight before being taken to Kilmainham Gaol, and was also where the Irish Volunteers movement was formed in 1913. The central water feature is in the form off a sunken crucifix with the mighty Children of Lir statue at one end."

"Although the People’s Park in Dún Laoghaire is one of the smaller Dublin parks, it punches well above its weight!. An immaculately landscaped oasis of calm just moments from the harbour, the two-hectare park is well worth a visit, especially if you’re down here at the weekend when local vendors show off their colourful collections of arts, crafts and local produce. Opened in 1890 and designed in the formal Victorian style, check out the wrought iron railings, stone walls, large gates and bandstand typical of the time period."

"Some secrets are too good to remain hidden, which is why you’re about to find out about Iveagh Gardens, often known as Dublin’s secret garden. Laid out by the 1st Earl of Clonmell and once a fashionable public space called Coburg Gardens, it fell into disrepair before being rescued and revived by Sir Benjamin Guinness in 1862; the family then cared for the gardens before donating them to the Irish nation in 1939. You can now enjoy a rustic grotto and cascade, fountains, wilderness woodlands, a maze, a rosarium and archery grounds – there are few better things to do in Dublin if the weather is good."

"These idyllic gardens, designed in 1865, are among the finest and least known of Dublin’s parks and gardens and are often referred to as Dublin’s Secret Gardens and the entrance located to one side of the National Concert Hall would indeed have you think that as you walk through leaving the essence of the bustling city behind and entering a mystical and magical oasis of greenery and fountains. Inside there is a rustic grotto, a cascade, a yew maze, a rosarium, an archery grounds and woodlands. The Iveagh Gardens are popular with small and unique food and music festivals throughout the summer."

"One of Dublin’s favorite secret gardens, this one is located a few blocks further south of St. Stephen’s Green. What began as an earl’s lawn now hosts a yew maze, rosarium, fountains, and the cascade, a stunning site for wedding photos. A Human Rights memorial bears witness at these gardens."

"The beautiful grass and colourful flowerbeds are overlooked by the majestic St. Patrick’s Cathedral. It’s a great day out for all, and even sits by the River Liffey."

"Nestled away behind Dublin Castle and secluded amongst the city buildings lay these magnificently designed gardens. They are designed with Celtic Symbolism having snake paving work slitter around the circular gardens. In Viking and medieval times this area was under water and called Dubh Linn (Black Pool) because it was where the river Liffey and Poddle met, the Poddle now runs underground and the Liffey banks were receded to where it is presently."

"Located behind the famous Dublin Castle is the sprawling and serene view of the Dubh Linn Gardens. You can take a short stroll, chill, lay down on the grass, and enjoy the tranquility that this park offers. Or maybe, if it piques your interest, you can admire the mega-sized Celtic knot pattern found within the park, or ask what it means to the locals enjoying their stay in Dublin."

"experience, incorporating a visitor centre, interactive exhibition areas and walled botanical garden. The Avoca Cafe is super kid friendly with lots of space, great food and high chairs. The outdoor terrace is a beautiful vantage point to enjoy the gardens…just watch out for the Peacocks which like to show off to our visitors from time to time!"

"Originally founded in 1028, the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity contains one of the oldest structures in all of Great Britain. Commonly known as the Christ Church Cathedral, the property houses the famous underground crypts which have been an important pilgrimage site since medieval times. The mysterious monuments and resting places far below the surface of the foundation are still one of the most popular tourist attractions for people who love the historical, religious, and cultural aspects of Ireland."

"Centrally located and attached by bridge to Christ Church Cathedral, this is a perfect place to introduce the kids to Dublin history. There are four different areas in this interactive museum: a Viking area, a Medieval Dublin area, an archaeological area, and a medieval tower offering a medieval view of a modern city. Kids will enjoy trying on Viking clothes, examining weaponry, and exploring different artifacts."

"Christ Church Cathedral (founded c.1028) is the spiritual heart of the city, and one of the top visitor attractions in Dublin. Step inside and you can enjoy the cathedral’s beautiful interior and fascinating medieval crypt."