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Diners' Choice: Best Ambience restaurants in Dublin

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Updated 05 February 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best ambience 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 book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Grano Restaurant restaurant
4.9
4.9 (1514)
€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
Cormac
Dined 5 days ago
Absolutely amazing. The best pasta we’ve ever eaten. Meatballs and Cacio e Pepe arancini were fantastic.
A photo of The Lord Mayor's Lounge at The Shelbourne Hotel restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1739)
€51 and over
Afternoon Tea
South City Centre
About the restaurant
Ireland's most iconic drawing room looks out on the only garden grand enough to match: the glorious St. Stephen's Green. The Lord Mayor's Lounge is the perfect back drop for a special day in Dublin. A room sparkling with light; it is a welcoming setting for our celebratory theatre of that most civilised ritual: the art of Afternoon Tea.
The elements have remained unchanged over the centuries: a fragrant pot of tea, a succession of sweets and delicate sandwiches, fine china, fresh flowers and delighted laughter. This time is all about enjoying the lovely things in life, an experience designed to be shared and savoured. Time slows down and the art of conversation is revived.

From December 1st, our wonderful Lounge will convert to a casual dining venue from 7.30pm daily, allowing our guests to experience an exquisite food offering in our iconic setting.

Top review
Glen
Dined 1 day ago
Natalia was a fantastic host! Thanks so much for everything
A photo of The Brass Onion Bistro restaurant
4.6
4.6 (211)
€30 and under
Bistro
Drumcondra (D9)
About the restaurant
Welcome to Brass Onion Bistro.
The newest addition to Dublin 9, Where we cook the freshest ingredients from our local suppliers to the highest standard combined with a friendly service.

Top review
Anne
Dined 7 days ago
Lovely food and very friendly and helpful staff. I would recommend brunch as a delicious treat.
A photo of Ian's Kitchen By Mateo restaurant
4.8
4.8 (20)
€31 to €50
European
Kimmage
About the restaurant
Ian Ussher and Mateo Saina partner up for some local experience.
Morning Bliss, Evening Elegance.
Nestled at Crumlin Cross beside Ashleaf Shopping Centre, our restaurant offers a delightful brunch experience that transforms into a vibrant local hotspot by night. Enjoy beautiful settings, exquisite European comfort food, and impeccable service that will make every visit memorable.

Top review
Mary
Dined on 4 Jan 2025
Four of us went on Saturday evening, a warm, cosy restaurant in the locality. The food is excellent, from starter to dessert. Service and hospitality is so friendly. Reasonably priced for the quality and amount of food!. Will be definately supportimg from coffees to dinners in the future.
A photo of Glas restaurant
4.8
4.8 (2052)
€51 and over
Vegetarian / Vegan
South City Centre
About the restaurant

Ireland inspires us at Glas. We source the best local produce to produce an innovative and delicious menu with vegetables as the star. Glas is about exciting, eclectic flavours, complemented by a carefully curated menu of wines and cocktails.
Children are welcome for lunch, but children under 10 are not catered for after 5.00 pm.

Winner of Best Vegetarian Restaurant at RAI Awards 2023.

Opening times:
Dinner
From 5pm: 7 nights a week

Lunch
Friday 12.00–2.45pm

Brunch
Saturday - Sunday 12.00-2.30pm

Early Bird
Sunday-Thursday: 5-5.45pm

Top review
Laura
Dined 3 days ago
I love the experience of the tasting menu and it was very reasonably priced. Most of the food was absolutely delicious, although the fourth of the five courses wouldn't be one I would choose.
A photo of Johnnie Fox's restaurant
4.7
4.7 (2468)
€30 and under
Irish
Glencullen
About the restaurant
Johnnie Fox’s prides itself on an excellent selection of veritable, heart-warming dishes and welcomes all our customers with open arms and delighted hearts. Johnnie Fox’s has gained, over the years, significant international recognition for its unique and unrivaled, super-quirky interior, vibrant atmosphere, and traditional Irish music and Irish dancing.

Hearth Menu - 12:00hrs to 21.15hrs Daily

Last Bar orders 11:30 (Sunday to Thursday) & 00:30 (Friday & Saturday)

LIVE Music Everyday
Monday to Wednesday 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Thursday: 7.30 pm - 9.30 pm
Friday: 7.30 pm - 10.30 pm
Saturday: 3.00 pm - 5.00 pm
6.00 pm to 8.00 pm
9.30 pm to 12.30 am
Sunday: 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm
5.00 pm to 7.00 pm
8.30 pm to 11.30 pm


We are located less than 10 mins from Junction 15 on the M50 (D18X635)

Top review
Brian
Dined 3 days ago
Always a treat to visit Johnny Fox’s, food and ambience just lovely. Would have stayed longer if we could.
A photo of Old Street restaurant
4.7
4.7 (851)
€31 to €50
Irish
Malahide
About the restaurant
Old Street is a modern neighbourhood restaurant situated in the heart of historic Malahide, County Dublin. Local couple Mark and Adriana Fitzpatrick have lovingly restored two of the oldest buildings in the village to offer a comfortable and casual dining experience, along with a contemporary cocktail bar and award-winning wine list. Old Street's Head Chef, Mario Simic, creates dishes of contemporary Irish food that combine robust flavours, modern techniques, and the warmth and generosity of traditional comfort food. The menus are designed to showcase the best of the season from Irish farmers, fishermen, and producers. Old Street is dedicated to providing guests of all ages with a memorable dining experience, featuring house-made charcuterie and Higgins Master Butchers' beef.
Top review
Andrea
Dined 5 days ago
The staff are always so attentive and go that extra mile. They are never intrusive and so professional they are a perfect reflection of the restaurant. The food was so delicious I ordered scallops and they were beautifully cooked they just melted. I had hake for my mains which was cooked to perfection I thought the pickled fennel on top would take over but it was so balanced. The cocktails were delicious such care was taken with each one. Overall it was such a lovely experience. I've never been disappointed when I have visited and that is the reason I return
A photo of Antica Venezia restaurant
4.8
4.8 (247)
€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
Angela
Dined 6 days ago
Authentic Italian restaurant. Wonderful staff and delicious food. Looking forward to a return visit.
A photo of The Butcher Grill restaurant
4.9
4.9 (589)
€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
JeffreyVIP
Dined 3 days ago
This hidden gem in Dublin is marvelous. Friendly, fast, and professional service, perfectly mixed cocktails, and artistically presented dishes surpassed in beauty only by flavor! From the fresh bread with olive oil and coarse salt to the tender and tasty Gambas and the perfectly seasoned, perfect "doneness" and delicious steaks this restaurant is not to be missed. And the wine list is extensive and interesting.
A photo of Lobstar restaurant
4.9
4.9 (1070)
€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
CaoimheVIP
Dined on 11 Jan 2025
Exceptional food. We return to this restaurant time and time again. The food is always outstanding. Generous portions and the seafood is incredible. The staff are so welcoming and service is seamless. It is a small space but very well orchestrated.
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