Top Best French Restaurants in Ashbourne

"The room feels a little stuffy at The Greenhouse but the food of Finnish chef Mickael Viljanen is all wildness and adventure. Viljanen’s food is fueled by his Nordic roots, but he utilizes Irish ingredients, putting them into plates that sometimes feel like works of imagination. Things are not always as they seem, like celeriac roasted to make it look like aubergine, but they are always delicious."

"Chef Mickael Viljanen might just be one of the most exciting chefs working in Ireland today thanks to his Scandi-influenced tasting menus, which have made this arguably Dublin's best restaurant. The lunchtime set... French in Merrion Square & Georgian Dublin"

"A fine diner with bold dishes, Restaurant Dax comes with all the trappings of a high-end eatery, with menu choices ranging from between two and four courses. Carefully balanced menus feature dishes like seared foie gras with rush sweetcorn purée, mixed seeds and pickled mushrooms or roast North Atlantic scallops with celeriac and cep sauce. Sides include pomme puree and seasonal organic veggies for a nicely rounded meal."

"Welcome to Dax Restaurant, one of the best fine dining restaurants in Dublin city center offering modern Irish-French cuisine for lunch and dinner Tuesday to Saturday. Open for lunch and dinnerDress code: Smart CasualPhone: +353 1 676 1494"

"La Maison has quickly built up a bank of regular diners thanks to its hearty, straightforward food that appeals to all kinds of people – from families through to fine-dining fanatics. Guests repeatedly cite one of the bonuses of dining here as the food being really good value for the quality on offer, which includes failsafe plates like omelette, salad and chips and moules mariniere. The sweet line up is one worth saving a little room for too, with a classic crème brulee sitting alongside an apple tarte tatin on the menu, plus the all-important cheeseboard."

"Whether you are travelling to Dublin for a romantic getaway or want to surprise your significant other with a romantic dinner, we came up with a list of our favourite intimate and delicious restaurants. Dublin is a very cosmopolitan city and has a wide range when it comes to dining options. As the proverb says, “food is symbolic of love when words are inadequate”: This is why we gathered various options that will suit all budgets and preferences."

"On the Michelin guide for 2020, Pearl Brasserie is an award-winning find dining restaurant that specialises in French food (naturally). The basement setting is surprisingly light, while the interiors are dressed in a modern yet formal style. Classic French ingredients are employed to fill the tempting menu which showcases produce like quail, crab and foie gras."

"Our Christmas🎄Lunch and Group Dinner menu: #PearlBrasserie #FineDining #Restaurant #MerrionStreetUpper #Dublin. A post shared by Pearl Brasserie (@pearlbrasserie) on Dec 22, 2018 at 4:48am PST. One of Dublin’s top-rated restaurants, Pearl Brasserie will ensure you a magical night with your romantic interest."

"What’s more romantic than a single table for two in a wine cellar?. Take your seat in their intimate wine cellar or have a cosy meal by their fireplace. Either way, you’re sure to wow your date with their innovative cuisine and romantic setting."

"It’s not hard to spot L'Gueuleton from a distance thanks to its signature striped awnings out the front. Once inside you’ll find a cosy convivial atmosphere, where menus are presented to you on communal blackboards for an authentic French feel. Dishes are split up into ‘petit plats’ and ‘grand plats’ with the former featuring things like steak tartare and moules mariniere, while the more substantial offering includes steak frites, seafood and plates of pasta."

"This French bistro style restaurant is Dublin’s trendiest brunch spot. L’gueuleton’s outdoor seating is covered by traditional stiped awning and spills out onto the newly pedestrianized Fade street. Try one of their famous cocktails (they do a mean espresso martini) and load up on their potato hash or moules frites."

"Housed in what looks like an old-fashioned butcher’s window, L’Gueuleton has the feel of up-style, comfortable French dining. With red brick walls, blackboard menus and dark, wooden furniture, there is a romantic atmosphere. The building and atmosphere exude rustic charm with industrial beams and copper ceiling."

"This classic French-style bistro in the heart of Dublin serves a multi-course lunch and theatre menu making it great for groups. While I sat in the dining room the front area with the bar is really lovely and great if you’re looking for a quiet lunch. The menu includes local products such as these gorgeous Roaring Water Bay scallops with nduja, sweet corn and sour dough bread."

"A recent refurb has put this French eatery firmly on our list. Everything from the neon signage outside, chic tiled floors inside, pristine white napkins and pretty plates make for a beautiful meal."

"Plumping for a distinctly ‘more is more’ approached, this nick knack filled basement space is home to over 350 wines (with 40 of them available by the glass) and serves up a classic menu of French favourites. Moules, pates, escargot and more grace the starters section while mains are split into light meals – with the likes of cheese, charcuterie or seafood platters – and main courses which hero signature serves like duck confit or lamb Bordelaise. This is some seriously robust cooking."

"A real contender for Dublin's most romantic restaurant, La Cave is a top ideal choice for couples who love wine, French cuisine and quirky interiors. Against a backdrop of crimson, you and your date will be able to choose from over 350 bottles, which will perfectly compliment the food."

"La Cave Wine Bar is undoubtedly one of Dublin's quirkiest places to eat and drink in the city centre. Housing a wide range of bottles from across the globe, it perfectly pairs its signature sips with French-inspired cuisine befitting its vintage pink and red interiors."

"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."

"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."

"Here you'll find some of the most delicious meals you will ever taste. You can also watch the human traffic ducking in and out of Dublin Castle, which is a nice bonus. Portions are huge, food is hearty and the atmosphere is perfect."

"Style / Ambiance: Tucked away on a small lane near St. Stephen’s Green, One Pico offers award-winning fine dining in a peaceful pocket of the city center. The fresh white exterior leads into a dining room of gold and beige, peppered with plush purple furnishings that make it easy to linger here for a while. Chef-proprietor Eamonn O’Reilly and head chef Ciaran McGill create wonderfully inventive dishes using local seasonal produce, changing the menu every month and never failing to impress O’Reilly’s many loyal disciples."

"A luxuriously styled restaurant that continues to fly under the radar, even that of the locals, located mere steps from Grafton Street. One Pico, under chef Ciaran McGill, delivers an elegant, continental gastronomic experience in the heart of Dublin. Particularly wonderful for lunch and pre-theatre."

"Chef-owner Eamonn O'Reilly cuts quite a dash, but it's his sophisticated, daring, contemporary cuisine that tends to seduce visitors to his...Read More"

"Lonely Planet has described The Chester Beatty Library as the best in Europe, and it is easy to see why. Located on the grounds of Dublin Castle, this popular museum houses an amazing collection of 20,000 manuscripts, rare books, miniature paintings, clay tablets, costumes, and other historical and aesthetically-important artifacts. The Sacred Traditions gallery at the Chester Beatty."

"Within the Dublin Castle complex are also the Garda Museum (Irish Police museum) and the Chester Beatty Library museum. Both of these are free and worth visiting, especially the library museum, if you have time."

"The Irish Museum of Modern Art is fortunate to be housed in one of the finest 17th-century buildings in Ireland, the Royal Hospital Kilmainham, which was open as a retirement home and infirmary for nearly 250 years for generations of military veterans who lived and died here. The IMMA boasts over 400,000 visitors a year and a mixture of both permanent exhibitions and temporary collections from many prominent contemporary artists. It includes ancient burial grounds, early Christian monuments, a Viking settlement and a medieval."

"This is one of the most visited museums in Dublin with more than 400,000 visitors in one year. Here you can also take part in some permanent exhibitions as well as temporary collections. It takes in early Christian monuments, ancient burial grounds and many more."

"The Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA) houses a large collection of modern and contemporary art by both Irish and international artists."

"The Olivier Cornet Gallery on Denmark Street represents some incredible contemporary Irish and international artists, who's works include painting, sculpture, ceramics, fine art prints, photography and installations. They're always running incredible exhibitions too, so have a look at their site to see which artists they're showcasing at the moment."

"Dublin Zoo is an amazing 60 acres of park in the city transports families to the Arctic, the plains of Africa and Indian Rainforests before kids visit Pets’ Corner and the City Farm. Visit the website for details of opening hours, admission prices and family packages."

"9 times out of 10 when asking about where’s the best place to bring kids in Dublin the answer will be the zoo. A safe bet the zoo is always a favourite with the kids. Located in the Phoenix Park just outside the city centre the zoo is ideal for a fun family day out."

"Dublin Zoo is such a fun-filled, stimulating day out for all the family. It’s a place to learn about wild animals, especially those which are endangered. Located in the Phoenix Park in the heart of Dublin city, Dublin Zoo is Ireland’s most popular family attraction."

"For when you need a break from fish and chips, shepherd’s pie, Irish breakfasts, and Guinness:. It’s a Northside gem, just by the Spire (commonly referred to as the ‘Stiffy on the Liffey’ because of its, erm, astute shape)!. This Szechuan style restaurant has a huge menu, but my no-fails are: garlic chili green beans, kung pao chicken, pork dumplings, and the salt and pepper prawns."

"M&L Chinese Restaurant is a place where good food goes hand-in-hand with excellent ambiance and service. It has been enlisted as one of the 100 best restaurants in Ireland by McKenna’s. A sophisticated venue apt for trying the true and traditional Szechuan dishes prepared freshly and carefully."

"Conveniently located right in the centre of the city off O’Connell Street, M&L serve up classic Chinese and Sichuan dishes in a simple yet elegant dining room. Location: 13/14 Cathedral Street, Dublin. Website:http://mlchineserestaurant.com"