Top Best Seafood Restaurants in Dublin

"Why: If you’re a fan of Italian seafood, Rosa Madre is the perfect place for you. With a menu centred around fish, the Temple Bar restaurant is also never short on theatre. Dishes such as gratinated Wexford scallops come served on loudly patterned plates, while whole fishes are filleted at the side of your table."

"Rosa Madre in Dublin’s Temple Bar neighbourhood specialises in Italian seafood dishes, including such delicacies as lobster, oysters, and prawns. While the seafood is locally sourced Irish produce, all of the recipes have an authentic Italian influence. Location: 7 Crow Street, Temple Bar, Dublin"

"Klaw is a small seafood bar and restaurant in the centre of Dublin’s Temple Bar area. It is run by people who are passionate about their food and cooking. As they say themselves: “The idea is simple, super fresh seafood in a relaxed atmosphere”."

"Hoping to bring 'crab shack dining' to the heart of Temple Bar, this unique restaurant promises everything from crab mac 'n' cheese to lobster rolls in an intimate and slim space (trust us, it's teeny)."

"Known as one of the best places in the city to get your fish fix. Their idea is simple, super fresh seafood in a relaxed atmosphere where people can just "get their Fish on"."

"Those interested in fine dining and a cosy lounge will love the lure of Cliff Townhouse. Renowned chef Sean Smith cooks up some truly sumptuous chicken and fish dishes, with fresh Irish vegetables served on the side. The range of cosy and colourful rooms include the option of park views, or windows overlooking the streets of Dublin."

"Imposing, graceful, intimate: Cliff Townhouse is a charming restaurant with rooms offering comfortable accommodation and an unsurpassed location in the heart of Dublin."

"Octopussy’s specializes in seafood tapas, but they also have a selection of meat and vegetarian options available. This tapas bar is very popular among locals and visitors because of its fresh food, stunning views and great service. The fresh fish supplied by “Dorans on the Pier” who are all fishermen with more than 50 years experience among them."

"For a more casual dinner and an evening walk on the pier, pay a visit to Octopussy’s Seafood Tapas restaurant in Howth. This local favourite gives a taste of Mediterranean life with views over the Irish Sea. Their seafood is directly supplied by their own fish shop next door which buys it from fishing boats operating just out of Howth!"

"The name leaves something to be desired, but the food on offer does not. This restaurant is the perfect place to indulge in the seafood fare that is the main focus of Howth. The style is Mediterranean and the produce is sourced from the fishmonger's next door daily."

"A little trip away from Dublin City Centre, it’s the perfect romantic location for beach strolls or some sunset portraits. It has the tall grass, sea air and the iconic Poolbeg Towers as the quintessentially-Dublin backdrop!. A great spot for an engagement session, an elopement or a lovely portrait spot on a wedding day if you’re driving in from the south side."

"On the Southside choose from Sandymount beach, Sandycove and Seapoint, popular with local sea swimmers. Seapoint is home to a Martello tower that's now the headquarters of the Genealogical Society of Ireland. On the Northside you have Dollymount beach, a 5-km long stretch set to the backdrop of Dublin's Poolbeg Chimneys and Howth Head, and is surrounded by the North Bull Island Nature Reserve."

"Aungier Danger was named for its original location on Dublin’s Aungier Street, but they have recently found a second home in Arnotts department store, and on October 14, 2016, they opened another outlet of the same name on George’s Street. The newest shop is already causing the same kind of hysteria as the first one did when it opened in 2015, with hordes of dedicated doughnut lovers queueing in the rain to try and get their hands on a limited edition flavour, specially created for the opening day. Must-try flavour: Oreo marshmallow"

"The new kid on the block – but if the queues out the door during its first week have told us anything, it’s that they are seriously popular. The flavour creations are excellent and the quality is seriously fresh."

"You'll be lucky to get one in here before they sell out every single day, but they're really are worth braving the queues."

"The buses will take you past the major sights and, depending on which tour you choose (grab some leaflets the evening before or do some research on the internet), even far-flung attractions like the Guinness Brewery, Kilmainham Gaol, and Phoenix Park will be seen. The main thing to remember here: get a good seat on top, enjoy the view, listen to the commentary, and snap away... but do not get off the bus. This is your city tour."