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Top 10 BEST PLACES for outdoor dining in Dublin, RANKED
"One of the prettiest restaurants in Dublin, Angelina's is a wonderland of green botanicals, comfy leather booths and floor-to-ceiling windows. In the summer months, head to the waterside terrace for an elegant brunch made up of Italian-inspired dishes and cocktails."
"The very good-looking sister to Sophie's at The Dean, the canal-side restaurant is a haven. They serve one hell of a pizza, the decor is seriously cool and let;s face it, this Grapefruit Fizz was made for a Facebook check-in pic."
"Another great spot for outdoor dining is Angelina's in Percy Place, Dublin 4. Booking for the terrace has been in high demand so make sure to check availability and make a booking through OpenTable. View this post on Instagram"
"Some of the tastiest seafood pasta can be found in Rosa Madre. As soon as you step in the door you're met by a huge cabinet which is iced and packed full of fish and shellfish. It's a stunning venue, tucked away down the cobblestone streets of Temple Bar but inside it's got a lot of character."
"If you are by the North Strand, consider yourself lucky because Da Mimmo is one of the best Italian restaurants in Dublin. Opened in 2010, it quickly outgrew its original place, with half the neighbourhood queuing to try one (or more!) items on their extensive pizza and pasta list. With high-quality food and prices considerably lower than many restaurants in the very centre, we really can’t think of a reason why this shouldn’t become your new regular spot on the Northside."
"Da Mimmo is a casual Italian restaurant that is often considered one of the best restaurants in Dublin. It’s located to the north of the centre on North Strand Road. This family-run restaurant has been open for 10 years and is well known for their excellent wood-fired pizza, authentic pasta and an extensive Italian wine list."
"An informal setting, great banter from the staff and amazing Italian cooking makes Da Mimmo one of the most popular Italians in town. Tasty pizza, gorge pasta, cheerful prices - sure you can't go wrong."
"If you're looking to indulge early on the weekend, look no further. San Lorenzo's can be described (and is) as a modern Italian, NYC style. Some say this is the #bestbrunchindublin and I'm finding it hard to argue that myself."
"Among the most popular places in Dublin, San Lorenzo’s offers Italian cuisine with some pleasant American contaminations in a relaxed and informal atmosphere in the city center. Reservations required every day of the week."
"Uno Pizza is still available for delivery and click & collect from Rathmines. Uno also do at-home pizza kits, which can be found on their website."
"Why: You have to be careful when wandering the streets of Temple Bar because otherwise you can end up paying a lot of money for some bang average food. However, there are plenty of hidden gems to be found if you know where to look and Al Vesuvio is one of them. Located in Meeting House Square, its vast menu covers everything from fresh pasta and pizzas, to more hearty classic main courses such as veal Milanese."
"Right on Meeting House Square in Temple Bar, this place makes a great starting point for a night out. Al Vesuvio is a cosy spot serving top-notch Italian food seven days a week. We especially love the huge selection of pizzas with (rosse) and without (bianche) cheese."
"Why: If you know that you’re fancying Italian food but are wanting something a little bit different from a standard restaurant, The Little Pig Speakeasy could be just what you’re looking for. This 1920s style speakeasy hidden away in the centre of Dublin not only serves some pretty spectacular cocktails, but also offers a fantastic food menu of Italian classics. You can indulge in dishes ranging from burrata with Parma ham and melon to lobster spaghetti, all while enjoying the classy ambience of the velvet-clad room.Where:6 Glendenning Lane, Wicklow Street, D02 NP97"
"The Little Pig is from the folks behind Suffolk Street's beautiful, underground Blind Pig speakeasy - Michael Martin & Co. It takes up the floor above Pacino's restaurant and is all luxurious red velvet walls, polished bronze roofing, navy velvet seating, white tabletops, dimmed lighting and tasselled lamps. It's pure mysterious, intriguing, elegant, old-school class that brings you back to another era."
"A bright and colourful Ballsbridge beer garden that's perfect for anyone seeking out festival vibes on a sunny day. They've made some changes to the garden to get it ready for outdoor drinking and dining. Pubs spokeswoman Cliodhna O'Dwyer told Dublin Live "The garden is now mostly covered with the addition of a new retractable roof so we can still comfortably serve our customers even on the days we get all four seasons in one day! We are looking forward to welcoming new and old friendly faces to the garden this Summer."
"Bringing you fresh Italian cuisine within a relaxed and romantic setting, this city centre restaurant is a top spot for a date night dinner or weekend lunch. Boasting an extensive menu of pizzas, pastas, fine wines and refreshing aperitifs Pacino's will keep you sticking around 'til closing time."
"This romantic city centre restaurant is the perfect place for an Italian-style date night. The simple menu is jam-packed with delicious pasta and pizza dishes made from local ingredients, freshly cooked to order. Pacino's also offers an affordable early bird menu, perfect for a pre-show dinner."
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"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."
"This Arts Centre in Dundrum has a range of events and programmes, but in particular they have a great programme for children. In July they also run performance summer camps."
"The last item on our list is undoubtedly one of the finest examples of modern architecture in the city. The Bord Gáis Energy Theatre was designed by Polish-American architect Daniel Libeskind in 2010, and its contemporary, angular style ties in perfectly with its home in the ultra modern Grand Canal area. The design ties into its theatrical theme with a striking composition of a ‘red carpet’ with bright resin-glass paving extending from the theatre, covered with distinctive red glowing angled light sticks."
"Designed by Studio Libeskind in 2010, the Grand Canal Square formed an important milestone for the redevelopment of the Dublin Docklands area. The 2000-seat theater is based on the concept of stages: the stage of the theater, the stage of the piazza, the stage of the multiple lever lobby above the piazza."
"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Kanakari used under CC BY-SA 3.0. Bord Gais Energy Theatre is a performing arts venue located in the Docklands. It is the city’s biggest fixed-seat theater and was designed by Polish-American architect Daniel Libeskind for the Dublin Docklands Development Authority."