Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Dublin

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Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Dublin? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Fayrouz Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (169)

€30 and under

Lebanese

The Liberties

About the restaurant

Dublin's newest Lebanese restaurant, serving fresh modern food located on 117 Cork Street.
100% halal food

Top review

maksim

Dined on 24 Dec 2024

Great food, great service, a little pricy but worth it

Host

4.9

4.9 (1733)

€31 to €50

Mediterranean

Ranelagh

About the restaurant

We currently take bookings for tables for the next 60 days.

We do not take bookings for larger than 6 people. The largest party on regular seating is 5 people.

Please note all tables of 6 or more will be required to eat off our Chefs Sharing Menu.

Mediterranean small plates, fresh pasta and quality cuts of meat where sharing is encouraged. The menu is concise and constantly changing.

Top review

Ciara

Dined 1 day ago

Absolutely gorgeous food and great service, Ciara was fantastic!

1900 Bar & Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (238)

€30 and under

Irish

South City Centre

About the restaurant

1900 serves modern Irish cuisine and which offers a selection of traditional dishes with a modern twist. The restaurant is located on Harcourt street in Dublin's south city centre. All steaks served have been aged for a minimum of 28 days, this could very well be a deciding factor for steaks lovers.

Top review

Patricia

Dined on 21 Dec 2024

Good food, lovely ambience, and exceptionally nice staff.

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4.8

4.8 (245)

€31 to €50

Italian

Ranelagh

About the restaurant

Antica Venezia was established in 1997 and is still run by its founders. Since then, they have preserved the tradition of excellence in Italian Food and in service with a personal touch. We are located in the attractive and lively village of Ranelagh.

Top review

Vanessa

Dined on 20 Dec 2024

I recently visited this amazing Italian restaurant in Dublin, and I have to say, it’s my favorite so far! The food was absolutely delicious, every dish was bursting with authentic flavors and prepared to perfection. From the appetizers to the desserts, everything was top-notch. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the staff were friendly and attentive.I’ll definitely be coming back.

Grano Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (1494)

€30 and under

Italian

Stoneybatter

About the restaurant

GRANO combines fresh natural ingredients, farmed using organic and biodynamic techniques, to create a contemporary cuisine that respects the roots and traditions of Italian cooking.

By sourcing our ingredients from small Italian food and wine producers, it is our mission to contribute to the preservation of local food cultures and the revival of ancient cultivation techniques.

Top review

James

Dined on 21 Dec 2024

If you go in December get the tortellini en brodo. But really everything on the menu is amazing.

The Butcher Grill

4.9

4.9 (564)

€31 to €50

Steak

Ranelagh

About the restaurant

The Butcher Grill and Steakhouse is based at the heart of Ranelagh, which is one of Dublin's southern suburbs. Offering a menu filled with finest cuts of meat and fish from the best producers, grilled to perfection on our wood-smoked grill. The intimate atmosphere of our dining room, combined with personal and relaxed service, provides the perfect sitting in which to enjoy them.

Top review

Niamh

Dined 2 days ago

Food, service and drinks were amazing. We will definitely be back

Lobstar

4.9

4.9 (1068)

€31 to €50

Seafood

Monkstown

About the restaurant

Lobstar is a unique lobster and steak bistro with a sense of casual cool, located in heart of Monkstown. Our aim is to provide great gastronomic experiences through remarkable food and excellent service in a very relaxing and funky environment. We are passionately committed to offering the freshest, greatest ingredients and to presenting a seasonal menu that is locally focused and globally artistic.

Top review

Stephen

Dined on 24 Dec 2024

Brilliant experience... Exceptional whole black sole for 2. Very tasty starters

Bastible

4.8

4.8 (39)

€51 and over

Contemporary European

Portobello

About the restaurant

Bastible is located just a short stroll from the landmark St Patricks Cathedral in the vibrant postcode of Dublin 8.
The restaurant overlooks the junction of Clanbrassil Street and South Circular Road in what was once the old Jewish quarter of Portobello.

Chef Killian Walsh leads the kitchen team and creates seasonal tasting menus using his varied and considerable industry experience. Bastible was awarded a coveted Michelin Star in 2022 and proudly retains it today.

Bastible's atmosphere is relaxed and inclusive. There is no required dress code and we pride ourselves on friendly and knowledgable service.

We look forward to seeing you at Bastible soon.

Top review

Liam

Dined on 20 Dec 2024

Had a great night with a friend. Great cocktails and the wine selections for the pairing were fab. Service was friendly and attentive with interesting descriptions of each course. Expensive, yes, but definitely worth it for a special night out!

Juniors Deli & Cafe

4.8

4.8 (31)

€31 to €50

Contemporary European

Ballsbridge

About the restaurant

In 2008, two brothers, Barry and Paul, decided to realise their passion for real food & good service. Taking inspiration from the delis of New York and Italian cafes, Juniors was born – a cosy, welcoming and fun restaurant located in Dublin 4.

Top review

Des

Dined on 14 Dec 2024

Fabulous meal, drinks and service. Great for after a match in the Aviva (or any occasion).

Pearl Brasserie

4.8

4.8 (1251)

€31 to €50

European

South City Centre

About the restaurant

Located right in Georgian Dublin City Centre. Next door to the famous 5 star Merrion Hotel. Pearl has catered for lovers of fine dining for the past 20 years. French and Asian fusion is the norm. The Pigeon Rossini or Bluefin Tuna Ponzu is still a staple on the menu but it is the €99 -Six course tasting menu that will demonstrate Pearl’s culinary legacy.

We work closely with our dedicated suppliers enabling our team to source the best of ingredients. Culinary ingenuity and skill from the kitchen combined with warm, professional service makes Pearl one of Dublin’s premier fine dining experiences.

Featured in Michelin Guide since first year of opening.
Travelers Choice Award 2021 - Top 10% of restaurants worldwide Tripadvisor
Awarded Chef of the Year 2017 in the Georgina Campbell Awards
Travelers Choice Awards 2020, 2019,2017 - Delighted to be included at No 5

For the past 22 years Pearl Brasserie continues to perform at the top of the game in Dublin.

Bon Appetit!

Top review

gillian

Dined 2 days ago

Phenomenal, 6 of us enjoyed the 6 course tasting menu, it was fabulous. Excellent service & attention.

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