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Al Vesuvio, Dublin, Co. Dublin

Al Vesuvio

4.7
4.7
320 Reviews
€30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 12 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups

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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What 320 people are saying

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Dublin

    Italian

  • Dublin 2

    Best Value

  • Dublin 2

    Italian

Review summary

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Al Vesuvio offers a "taste of Italy" right in Dublin with "amazing food" and "friendly staff" that make you "feel super welcome." Located in a historic wine cellar, it delivers "authentic Italian" dining with "delicious pizza" and "excellent wine." Despite being a "small" venue, the "charming atmosphere" and "outstanding service" ensure a delightful experience. Highly recommended for intimate dinners and special occasions.

320 Reviews
  1. Justine

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went to Dublin for 6 days. Went here twice. Both times were fantastic. Our server, Niko, was exceptional. Would literally come back to Dublin (from the states) to eat here again. Both times, we had the bruschetta al pomodoro to start. Literally the best my friend and I have ever had, and she doesn’t even like tomatoes!! Bread was hot and toasty, while the tomatoes were fresh and just the right amount of juicy. You MUST drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar. First night we ordered the bolognese and the rigatoni alla norma — PHENOMENAL! For dessert, order the tiramisu. It will not disappoint. We even spoke to another guest next to us, and they said the Nutella calzone is to die for — even let us have a bite! Second night, we both ordered the ravioli and basically licked the plate clean. This time, we ordered the crème brule, and again, DID NOT DISAPPOINT! Forgot to mention, we got cappuccinos because it would not be an Italian meal if you did not end the night with espresso. Super happy we came across this place. Niko, if you’re reading this we literally love you.

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    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The atmosphere the service and the setting are lovely. The food was delicious and dessert Devine.

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  3. Eithne

    Dublin4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was good and the atmosphere was lively but not intrusive. Service was excellent. The person who looked after our table of 6 was so kind and engaging. He made the evening most enjoyable.

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  4. Enrico

    Dublin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food experience and always great opportunity to have any type of dinner

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  5. NualaNuala

    Dublin5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely evening in Al Vesuvio. Everything was super. The staff were very pleasant, efficient and professional. We found the value for money really good, early bird. It was my friends birthday and she received a generous portion of tiramisu with a candle and a "happy birthday " little song. It was busy for a tuesday evening which indicated its popularity. There were some lone Italiand dining which said a lot.I would recommend Al Vesuvio to everyone.

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  6. Dane

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 26 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely staff and great value for money authentic Italian food.

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    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 24 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such an amazing atmosphere! Phenomenal food and great service- who could ask for more? We were in Dublin for vacay and were growing tired of pub food so we looked this place up, saw the great reviews and it did not disappoint!

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  8. Linda

    Dublin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent lunch, standard of food is excellent. Really good service also. Lovely atmosphere.

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  9. Patricia

    Dublin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really good authentic Italian restaurant with lovely, cosy atmosphere.

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  10. Margaret

    Leinster1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 18 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very pleasant place to eat, would like to revisit, would recommend for anyone looking for authentic dining

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Al Vesuvio is rated 4.7 stars by 320 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 12 times today
Google Map for Al Vesuvio

Meeting House Square, Temple Bar, Dublin, Co. Dublin D02 HR68

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  • Price
    €30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Unspecified
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 1:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
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    None
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
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