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MV Cill Airne Boat Bar and Restaurant, Dublin, Dublin

MV Cill Airne Boat Bar and Restaurant

4.4
4.4
487 Reviews
€30 and under
European

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2 people
8:30 pm
Booked 2 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
*Please note the MV Cill Airne is a Strictly Over 18's Venue.

The Boat Restaurant & Bar
Step back in maritime history on board the former tender ship the MV Cill Airne, located on North Wall Quay, Dublin’s floating Restaurant & Bar on the River Liffey. Enjoy the unrivalled views of the waterfront in the heart of Dublin’s docklands. Enjoy a cocktail in our main bar or outside on our outdoor deck – a promising option for a sunny afternoon on the River Liffey. Dine with us in the stunning Quay 16 Restaurant, with a capacity of 80 guests, offering an a la carte menu and competitive group set menus, catering for all dining requirements or celebrate your birthday or any special occasion in our private bar, the White Bar.

Heading to the 3 Arena or to the Bord Gais Theatre? Begin or end your evening on board The MV Cill Airne, only 5 minutes walk to the 3 Arena and a short stroll across the Samuel Beckett Bridge to the Bord Gais Theatre

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    €30 and under
  • Cuisines
    European, Irish, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–11:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:30 am Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (01) 817 8760
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    We offer competitive group set menus for both lunch and dinner, Pig on a Spit, canape menus, buffet and BBQ menus and we can of course, create a bespoke menu should you wish for something special.
  • Private party facilities
    We cater for all sorts of events on-board. From birthday parties, after-work drinks receptions and BBQ's in our White bar, to private dinners in the Quay 16 restaurant to album launches, weddings and brand launches on our Upper deck.
  • Area
    North Wall
  • Cross Street
    Just opposite Dublin Convention Centre
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wine

What 487 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Dublin 1

    Great for brunch

  • Dublin 1

    Good for business meals

  • Dublin 1

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Dublin 1

    Great for fine wines

  • Dublin 1

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
MV Cill Airne Boat Bar and Restaurant offers a unique dining experience on a beautiful boat with "excellent food" and "lovely staff." Guests praise the "great service" and "delicious" meals, making it a perfect spot for pre-theatre dining. While some find noise levels high, the overall experience is memorable.

487 Reviews
  1. Eimear

    Dublin

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Genuinely exceeded expectations, both burger and salmon, super good quality ingredients and great presentation. Staff also super attentive, thank you Cill Airne

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  2. Ian

    Connacht

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very friendly service and tasty par for the course food. Would recommend.

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  3. David

    Dublin

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very enjoyable Wednesday meal pre concert. The waiter was top class, friendly efficiency at its best. Would happily return!

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  4. Ian

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fab. Really enjoyed my chicken burger and chips and it's great that it's so close to the 3 arena. Mike and the staff were brilliant and the doorman volunteered to take a photo for me and my dad afterwards

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  5. Michelle

    Cork

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food & wine. Unfortunately the offer advertised on their website for €10 off a bottle of wine on a Wednesday, we were told was no longer running. Please update your website if this is the case

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  6. Mark

    Dublin

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed our food, would recommend & will return!

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  7. Graeme

    Glasgow

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 31 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food excellent service good value for money. Will go back next time in Dublin

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  8. Tracey

    Dublin

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 24 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely meal, really friendly attentive waiter. Really enjoy visiting the boat especially pre- theatre.

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  9. Charlain

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service and food. Will definitely be back!

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  10. Tom

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 12 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Decent food, very nice service great Staff, great service nice ambience

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FAQs

MV Cill Airne Boat Bar and Restaurant is rated 4.4 stars by 487 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
8:30 pm
Booked 2 times today
Google Map for MV Cill Airne Boat Bar and Restaurant

QUAY 16 NORTH WALL QUAY, Dublin, Dublin D01 XE03

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Just opposite Dublin Convention Centre
  • Area
    North Wall
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–11:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:30 am Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    €30 and under
  • Cuisines
    European, Irish, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wine
  • Phone number
    (01) 817 8760
  • Catering
    We offer competitive group set menus for both lunch and dinner, Pig on a Spit, canape menus, buffet and BBQ menus and we can of course, create a bespoke menu should you wish for something special.
  • Private party facilities
    We cater for all sorts of events on-board. From birthday parties, after-work drinks receptions and BBQ's in our White bar, to private dinners in the Quay 16 restaurant to album launches, weddings and brand launches on our Upper deck.
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