Best Authentic Restaurants in Dundrum

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County WicklowDublin 1Dublin 14Dublin 15Dublin 18Dublin 2

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Baggot Street LowerBallsbridgeBlackrockBlanchardstownCamden StreetCapel Street

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

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A photo of BAH33 THE AUTHENTIC GAUCHO BBQ restaurant

1. BAH33 THE AUTHENTIC GAUCHO BBQ

new

4.0

Excellent(3)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Barbecue • Killester

Booked 20 times today

BAH33º is located in the heart of Dublin, bringing the traditional spirit of Southern Brazil to our Gaucho Rodizio BBQ Experience.Our Passadores serve an unlimited selection of premium, 100% Irish meat cuts—carved tableside, just like in Southern Brazil. We take pride in our authentic cooking style, with meats slow-roasted over open charcoal to enhance natural flavours, delivering rich, smoky, and tender bites every time. Complement your meal with various hot dishes, fresh salads, traditional starters, handcrafted cocktails, and delicious desserts for the ultimate Gaucho experience.Prefer to dine outdoors? Our heated terrace offers a cosy, comfortable setting where you can enjoy our delicious À La Carte menu, featuring BBQ dishes, sandwiches, skewers, finger foods, and desserts.Whether for a special occasion or a casual gathering, we offer warm hospitality and an unforgettable dining experience.Book your table now and Taste The Fire!🔥

2. Al Vesuvio

4.7

Exceptional(308)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Temple Bar

Booked 13 times today

Al Vesuvio is an authentic Italian Osteria and Pizzeria located in the heart of Dublin city. We still serve a top range of quality pizzas, pasta, seafood, steak and vegetarian dishes and offer a full Italian food dining experience. Our cuisine is steeped in traditional Italian cooking and all of our pizzas are flame-baked in an open brick oven.CHRISTMAS MENU available: to make a reservation, please, call the restaurant.

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3. Bar Italia - Dublin

4.8

Exceptional(1914)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • North City Centre

Booked 32 times today

Bar Italia in Dublin is authentic Italian through and through. Customers rave about the 'authentic Italian cuisine' and 'fresh ingredients'. The menu includes traditional dishes like pasta and pizza, and also offers unique items like the 72 hours fermented pinsa Romana. The reviews speak of the 'genuine welcoming Italian service', which adds to the overall authenticity. The restaurant also boasts of an extensive Italian wine list.

4. Kicky's

4.6

Exceptional(210)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • South City Centre

Booked 33 times today

Kicky’s bring together Dublin’s top culinary and hospitality professionals. Inspired by the flavours of the Mediterranean palette and augmented by the finest Irish ingredients, outstanding ambience and service.

5. Achara

4.5

Awesome(231)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Thai • Temple Bar

Booked 35 times today

Welcome to Achara!Discover the rich flavors of Thai cuisine, expertly cooked over a custom made charcoal grill and served family-style for a truly communal dining experience. At Achara, we take pride in blending authentic Thai recipes with the finest local Irish ingredients. From fresh, farm-grown vegetables to locally sourced meats and seafood, every dish is a celebration of both Thai culinary tradition and the vibrant tastes of Ireland which pair excellently with our selection of Natural wines and craft cocktails. Feicfidh mé go luath thú!

6. Little Pyg

4.4

Awesome(603)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Dame Street

Booked 67 times today

Voted #1 Best Pizzeria in Ireland 2024 and 2023Top #10 Cocktail Bar in Ireland 2023 Voted #15 Best Pizzeria in Europe 2024/2023Award Winning Michelin Guide Italian pizzas with 50% less calories.48 hours fermentation of the dough go into our pizza making process and this is evident in the sumptuous authentic Neapolitan style pizzas, served by our specially trained chefs and Michelin Maestro Enzo Coccia. We source all the best ingredients from Italy.Signature Pygtails: Passion Pornstar, Tropicalya 1920 and our Signature Flat White Martini.

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7. Luigi Malones Dublin

4.2

Awesome(845)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• International • Temple Bar

Booked 13 times today

Luigi Malones Dublin.For food. For fun. For friends.Luigi Malones Bistro & Bar by Adrian Martin Restaurant was first established in Stillorgan, Dublin in 1997. In 1999 Luigi's changed location to the heart of Dublin's life in Temple Bar. The restaurant occupies 2 floors and a mezzanine of a historical location recorded in books dating back to 13th century. Luigi Malones offers delicious food inspired by trips all around the world. Our motto is: For Food - For Fun - For Friends! IN the heart of Temple Bar since 1997 famous for its freshly made Pasta, Pizzas, Buffalo Wings, and the best Toblerone Cheesecake you will ever try!Our restaurant is perfect for a variety of dining occasions; we can host birthday celebrations, hen parties, graduations, a relaxed catch up with friends, intimate date nights, group dining and much more.We are open for lunch and dinner seven days a week from 12pm.

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8. Yamamori South City

4.6

Exceptional(354)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • George's Street

Booked 42 times today

OUR SOUTH CITY RESIDENCE IS OUR FOUNDING JAPANESE RESTAURANT THAT OPENED IN 1995. TEMPURA, SUSHI, JAPANESE GRILL & RAMEN ARE PREPARED FRESH DAILY AND ARE SOME OF OUR STAPLE FAVORITES.

9. Chez Max

4.7

Exceptional(1353)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Dame Street

Booked 19 times today

Chez Max Palace Street, situated in the heart of Dublin City Centre next to Dublin Castle, invites you to experience its charming French ambience, bistrot, and café. Guests can relax on the front terrace, enjoy the Parisian vintage indoor area, or unwind in the heated back patio.To reserve a group lunch (for parties of 9 or more) or a group dinner (for parties of 7 or more), bookings cannot be made through this platform. Please email us at chezmaxpalace@gmail.com, and we will provide a form to collect the necessary details.Reservation timeframes:**Lunch Seating:** 1 hour 30 minutes **Dinner Seating:** 1 hour and 45 minutes for reservations at 5pm, and 2 hours for bookings from 6pm onwards.**Dinner:** Set dinner of 2 courses: €38.90 Set dinner of 3 courses: €44.90

A photo of Yamamori Izakaya Japas & Sake restaurant

10. Yamamori Izakaya Japas & Sake

4.6

Exceptional(309)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • South City Centre

Booked 10 times today

- About Izakaya Japas & Sake -The laidback ambience of Izakaya Japas & Sake combines the merriment of a pub with Japas (tapas-style small plates) and freshly handmade sushi. The vibrant Victorian-style building is located at the heart of George’s Street. It offers a cultural escape through authentic oriental wall décor, an extensive choice of sake, Japanese liquor and banging cocktails. Seasonal and all-time delicious favourites, such as tempuras, duck pancakes, and Omakase, are bursting with flavours and leave your mouth watering for more. Funky tunes during evenings, a fun atmosphere and charismatic staff will make your visit memorable. - About Lunch - Izakaya Japas & Sake bar also offers 'Lunch' on weekends. We are thrilled to launch our exciting new lunch menu, available exclusively on weekends from 1 to 5 p.m.・Indulge in any 5 Japa’s of your choice for just €45 for 2 people( €22.50 per person)・Each pitcher serves 4 and is price

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Nedas
Dublin •1 review
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Everything is amazing just a meat was too salt but otherwise is great experience
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BAH33 THE AUTHENTIC GAUCHO BBQPrice: Very Expensive• Barbecue• Killester
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4
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Miguel
Dublin •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
very good service, family atmosphere, only the white wine was not cold
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Al VesuvioPrice: Moderate• Italian• Temple Bar
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4.7
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Craig
Dublin •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Achara is a lovely place, great atmosphere and lovely ambience. Staff were excellent and despite being very busy when we arrived, were extremely kind and very professional with handling our booking. Food was very tasty, as were the cocktails.!! The recommendations given to us were wonderful and we had a lovely experience there. Definitely going back.
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AcharaPrice: Expensive• Thai• Temple Bar
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4.5
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Carolyn
London •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Lovely welcome on arrival & given a choice of tables. Love the gadget they use to measure a glass of wine 😍 Delighted to have 2 nibbles to start as alternative to big starter because we were having the superb aged beef dish for 2 including sides which was huge 😋Great afternoon
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Kicky'sPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• South City Centre
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4.6
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Mary
Dublin •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
A really good experience, staff attentive, food great especially the artichoke starter, lingered for a few minutes after finishing dessert and felt comfortable doing so although restaurant busy; I will definitely return
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Bar Italia - DublinPrice: Moderate• Italian• North City Centre
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4.8

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