Best Restaurants In Dublin Right Now

Hunting for the best Italian restaurant Dublin has to offer? Then be sure to check out Pacino's, a sophisticated eatery on Suffolk Street that boasts sultry, dimly lit interiors that are perfect for date night. They serve an enticing selection of cocktails like the Don Giovanni Mule or a tequila-based Rosa Di Maggio, to be enjoyed alongside a menu of rigatoni alla norma, Italian charcuterie boards, crushed pistachio pizzas and much more. And if you swing by on Mondays, their Pizzalicious menu offers three courses for €24.95.

For top-notch Irish cooking that'll leave you feeling full, Nancy hands is the place to go. This charming pub and restaurant is tucked away in the Stoneybatter area, hosting a regular lineup of live traditional Irish music sessions and a weekly quiz on Thursday nights. Their extensive menu features a number of local and international classics, from beef and Guinness stew to chicken parmigiana or a range of hearty burgers served with chips and garlic aioli.

One of the coolest and quirkiest restaurants around, BrewDog Outpost is a fun spot for casual dining. Not only have they got a stunning terrace that looks out over the Docklands, perfect for alfresco drinks on a summer's day, but they're also flaunting shuffleboard tables, photobooths and two floors to dine on in their 10,000ft red shipping container venue. There are a whopping 32 taps of fresh craft beer and a micro brewery on site, and a mouthwatering menu that features the likes of plant-based Carolina chicken burgers, Tex-Mex pastrami pizzas, Buffalo loaded fries and more. And on Mondays, you can even enjoy two-for-one vegan and vegetarian main courses.

On the hunt for Michelin Star restaurants in Dublin? Then it's got to be Chapter One, a high-end eatery found in the former home of the Jameson founder - a basement space in the Northside of Dublin. Expect elegant, refined interiors featuring wooden walls and trendy artwork, as well as seasonal dishes that showcase locally sourced produce and some of the finest Irish cooking in the country. They offer four-course dinner menus for €160, or a seven-course tasting feast for €190, with sample dishes including sea bream tartare, roast Anjou pigeon and razor clams in Champagne sauce.

Pickle is a celebrated, Michelin-mentioned Indian restaurant in Dublin 2, run by executive chef Sunil Ghai - one of Ireland's finest Indian chefs—and manager Benny Jacob. Chef Ghai, originally from Gwalior, India, brings his extensive experience with the renowned Oberoi group to Pickle, which he co-founded with Jacob in 2016.

The restaurant's menu offers a refined exploration of Punjab's diverse and vibrant cuisine. Guests can savour dishes like the rich tawa jhinga masala, smoky tandoori treats, and street food-inspired starters, including the punchy fauzi chicken wings.

Cooking up some of the very best burgers across Ireland, Bunsen's Dublin outpost is the place to go for unbelievable eats in a casual setting. The East Essex Street venue serves prime cuts of Aberdeen Angus Beef that are minced on site, with single patties coming in at less than a tenner each. Nab shoestring or sweet potato fries on the side, and don't forget to try their tasty milkshakes too.

Hands down one of the best places to eat in Dublin, Brother Hubbard North can be found just above the river serving delicious Middle Eastern fare. They're known for their modern twists on classic dishes, ranging from beef kofta with feta and roasted tomato to aubergine stew or halloumi fried with chilli honey. They offer a mouthwatering brunch menu too, featuring pulled pork Benedict and poached eggs with roasted mushroom, to be enjoyed in laidback simplistic surrounds.

Combining minimalist style with fine dining, Mr Fox is a Parnell Square destination that's bound to impress. Expect exposed brick walls and period features, as well as the stuffed fox which gave the restaurant its name. They serve an experimental, seasonal set menu for €93 per person, featuring the likes of bluefin tuna with crispy leek, suckling pig topped with smoked apricot and charred mackerel in brown butter - with a vegetarian version available on request.