Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Dublin

"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. In recent months they have really stepped up their sweet treat offerings and there are now a range of baked goods from scones to friandes as well more dessert-style items."

"Make no mistake about it: A meal at Chapter One will likely be the best meal you’ll eat in Ireland, from the fragile basmati cracker with sheep’s cheese that kicks thing off to the milk and honey that cap the meal. Tapping his strong relationships with producers and suppliers all over the country, head chef Eric Matthews embraces unusual Irish ingredients, including seaweed-infused asparagus and tricky-to-procure Lambay Island crab. Still, the prices are reasonable for the caliber of the cooking, particularly at lunchtime or on the pre-theater menu."

"different from the others on this list, chapter one has been awarded a michelin star. eating here is a true fine dining experience. the restaurant is in the former home of whiskey maker george jameson and the menu pays homage to the homely irish cuisine that we’re all so fond of."

"This wonderful, culture-vulture favorite gets its name from its location, downstairs in the vaulted, stone-wall basement of the Dublin Writers...Read More"

"Cornucopia serves vegetarian and vegan dishes at affordable prices|© Cornucopia. Centrally located on Wicklow Street, Cornucopia has been a family-run business since 1986. After discovering the joys of a raw vegan diet while living in Boston and working for a health organisation, the restaurant’s founders returned to Dublin and opened a restaurant that promoted the benefits of whole food."

"My biggest recommendation is to join the Facebook group, Dublin Vegans. This community is fantastic: sharing tips, recommendations, advice, and events. In December I attended a Merry Vegan Christmas Potluck hosted by the group – it was a blast!"

"Named after the street on which it lies, Fade Street Social is quite the city centre restaurant. It's got gorgeous interiors, a cracking menu of succulent steaks and cocktails, and a rooftop terrace offering plenty of space for alfresco dinner and drinks in the heart of Dublin."

"Fade Street Social is celebrity chef Dylan McGrath’s baby and it was voted Best Restaurant in Dublin by TripAdvisor readers. That should come as no surprise. We like it because it’s informal and relaxed but with really great food – and it’s got an interesting name."

"The rooftop bar of Fade Street Social is one of the best people watching spots on the planet. Ample seating both inside and outside, and some of the best cocktails in Dublin. These guys have nailed it."

"Overends Kitchen at Airfield Estate is an oasis tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The bright, almost Scandinavian-style restaurant is surrounded by glass and pinewood and overlooks a pond. Overends Kitchen uses produce straight from the farm at its doorstep, meaning fresh and creative food."

"The Chop House opened its doors in December 2009, offering a new food concept within a Dublin 4 pub!. Our focus is to produce high quality dishes using the best of Irish produce. As the name suggests our main ingredient is Irish Meat, the winner of which is our beef."

"This sophisticated four-star hotel is centrally situated within walking distance of Trinity College, the National Gallery, and Grafton Street. All rooms are air-conditioned and provide guests with free WiFi, smart TVs, and en-suite bathrooms. Guests can eat and relax at the stylish on-site restaurant which offers a delightful buffet breakfast, and a range of international dishes."

"Whether you’re looking for a morning coffee, an indulgent boozy brunch or a dinner to celebrate a special occasion, with multiple dining offerings under one roof, the Alex is the perfect choice for all occasions. Each of our dining spaces have their own unique character, providing you with a variety of choices for dining at the Alex, day or night."

"Hotel Phone: +353 1 607 3700 Comfortable four-star boutique hotel with in-house restaurant and café. Rooms are dressed in an art-forward “new Deco” style, with luxe design features and a lush and subdued pallette. Guests at The Alex enjoy access to the 24-hour fitness center two minutes away at their sister property, The Mont."

"Lil Portie is one of the very, very few places on this list that I have yet to visit but after reading it out to my work colleagues, more than a few said that Lil Portie needs to be a part of it. Zesty and spicy West Indian flavours and cooking styles from the Caribbean coast means serious food - think Jerk chicken and grilled plantains with expert use of the sweet but spicy Scotch Bonnet pepper. Lil Portie is a Caribbean pop-up owned by Nick Reynolds, who uses recipes from cooking with his Jamaican granny mixed with an Irish flair."

"Average Rating - 4.5Total Number of Ratings - 50+Location - Dun laoghaire, Dalkey, KillineyAverage price - £££Review - Delivery driver was very friendly and nice!"

"Opened back in 2009, the Golden Elephant Asian Restaurant is all about made-to-order Chinese dishes prepared from fresh local produce. They use traditional recipes with lots of oriental spices and offer a wide range of sizzling dishes like prawn Malaysian sambal sauce and fillet beef black bean. I had the signature steam seabass in ginger scallion a while ago and it was extremely tasty."

"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."

"One of my favourite places to go for an evening stroll in Dublin would have to be Dun Laoghaire. The stunning seaside town is the perfect place to buy ice cream and walk along the pier. It only takes a half-hour to walk the full length of the pier and on a sunny day, Teddy’s ice cream stall is open at the lighthouse that acts as a great reward."

"There’s just something about gazing out onto the waters of Dun Laoghaire Pier that draws so many couples under its spell. Love works in mysterious ways after all, so be sure to stroll by the waters on Valentine’s Day to stop and take it all in."

"If you have ever wanted to experience farm life, then Airfield Estate is the place to visit with your kids as it is a working farm that allows guests of all ages to learn about farming, food, and nature in a relaxed environment. Address: Overend Ave, Dundrum, Dublin 14, D14 EE77, Ireland"

"Dublin's only open farm, Airfield Estate offers a super day out for the whole family. See the wonderful farm animals, explore the extensive gardens, see the exhibition in the stunning historic house, and enjoy afternoon tea too!. Plan your visit to Airfield Estate now!"

"Airfield Estate dates back to 1894 and was left to the people of Dublin in 1974. Now, it’s a public space, with a working farm, award-winning restaurant, museum, gardens and even beehives. Daily events include egg collection from the hens, calf-feeding and milking."

"Dalkey Castle & Heritage Centre is situated in the 14th Century Castle/Town House just less than 5 minutes from train (DART) and bus stations. All year actors from Deilg Inis Living History Theatre Company are on site to enlighten, entertain and engage you in a Live Performance every half hour in ‘The Tudors are Back...’.Depending on the season you can encounter the Ghost, The Merchant and Rupert the Archer."

"When it comes to visitor engagement, none of the other castles on this list can top Dalkey Castle. They take their guided tours to the next level with costumed actors who pretend to be archers, cooks, and coin minters. There is even a barber/ surgeon!"

"Dalkey Castle, dating from 1390, is located in South County Dublin in the lovely heritage town of Dalkey. The Castle has living history actors ready to welcome visitors and bring history to life. All tours must be booked online."