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Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Dublin 2

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Updated 05 February 2025

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Dublin 2? 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!


A photo of Jay Kay’s cafe restaurant
4.8
4.8 (130)
€30 and under
Breakfast
Dame Street
About the restaurant
We are a family run contemporary style cafe, juicery and kitchen boasting speciality coffee, cold pressed juices, superfood smoothies serving breakfast, brunch and late lunch.

Opened in 2022, we wanted to offer our customers, both new and existing, the fresh, delcious Jay Kays offering both on the go and in person. .

Top review
Sara
Dined on 22 Jan 2025
Very good customer service, the service was fast, grateful for everything, just a small detail to offer gluten free options
A photo of Pearl Brasserie restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1262)
€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
MarianVIP
Dined 5 days ago
Superb dining experience at The Pearl Brasserie The service was very friendly, helpful and professional. Food was excellent, all courses were delicious and of a very high standard
A photo of 1900 Bar & Restaurant restaurant
4.8
4.8 (242)
€30 and under
Irish
South City Centre
About the restaurant
Valentine's Day 2025- Enjoy a delicious meal from our Á La Carte Valentine's menu (see below) with rose petals, on your table and a complimentary glass of bubbly on arrival.

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
Bryant
Dined 6 days ago
Tasty wine and dishes, no worries about what to order, everything is decent and the waiters are all kind and professional!
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 Red Torch Ginger Dublin 2 restaurant
4.7
4.7 (123)
€30 and under
Thai
South City Centre
About the restaurant
Red Torch Ginger Dublin is located at the heart of Dublin 2. This is the main shopping and entertainment hub for Dublin City centre. We are a restaurant serving Modern Thai food along with some South East Asian - inspired dishes. We offer a wide selection of beers and wines as well as a curated menu of delicious cocktails. We are open for Lunch at 12.30 from Tuesday to Saturday and we serve Dinner each day from 15.00. We offer a great value Lunch menu for €24.95 which includes two courses plus a drink. We also have a very popular Early Bird Menu offer each day which costs €32.95. This EB menu includes two courses plus tea or coffee and is served from 3.00 until 5.45 pm
We can easily accomodate groups up to 32 people. We have a lower dining room which is perfect for all sorts of events from Birthday dinners to Business Lunch meetings.
We cater for many food allergies. We are always available to speak to you about an bespoke menu offer or any special requests you may have

Top review
Laura
Dined 6 days ago
Gorgeous food ,really busy atmosphere, staff were lovely .Will be back
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 Little Kitchen restaurant
4.8
4.8 (536)
€30 and under
Irish
South City Centre
About the restaurant
Our Mission

is a simple one, to deliver the finest food from quality local ingredients and suppliers and welcoming friendly service environment to enjoy it all in and without a scary bill on the end. whether it's a small meal out to give yourself a night off from the washing up, a family gathering, birthday or special occasion of any kind. 

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Oonagh
Dined 6 days ago
As usual, this restaurant did not disappoint. Food and ambiance just perfect. Excellent value for money. Tried the mushroom risotto this time and it was fab. Love the BYOB policy, it makes for a very affordable night out.
A photo of Krewe South - Charlemont restaurant
4.7
4.7 (336)
€30 and under
Creole / Cajun / Southern
Camden Street
About the restaurant
The Jewel of the South-Side. A NOLA inspired Bar & Eatery, fusing the vibrancy, craic and soul of Southern & Irish Hospitality. Perfect for any KREWE gathering. As they would say in New Orleans, 'Pass a Good Time' in our venue and soak up the atmosphere. Our Menu, created after a fun filled trip to New Orleans, takes inspiration from the flavour of Cajun Creole Cuisine while locally sourcing ingredients. So Round up your Krewe and 'Laissez les bon temps rouler'. Let the good times roll!



Top review
Kacey
Dined 2 days ago
Food was amazing. Staff especially excellent made a birthday very special and super accommodating. Couldn’t have asked for more.
A photo of WILDE RESTAURANT restaurant
4.7
4.7 (83)
€31 to €50
Contemporary European
South City Centre
About the restaurant
WILDE celebrates the best of Irish produce served in beautiful surrounds echoing 1930s vintage glamour. Its covered garden terrace is unique in Dublin and floods the space with natural light. Meanwhile an abundance of greenery gives an al fresco vibe and even a bucolic feel throughout the fine dining restaurant which, also offers views over the lively Grafton Street.
Top review
Anastasiia
Dined 3 days ago
I had a great time! The staff and service were top notch. The food and presentation were amazing. The dessert was presented to us with a performance which was very unusual and really impressed us. I will definitely be returning to The Wilde again and again.
A photo of La Maison restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1108)
€31 to €50
French
South City Centre
About the restaurant
La Maison is an authentic French Bistro in the heart of Dublin. Specialising in classic French dishes using locally sourced and freshly prepared produce. The authenticity of La Maison begins with the artwork, works by Leonetto Cappiello, L’oir Dor, and Diable Vent, all sourced from Paris at Puces market. Doisneau photographs line the stairs offering a touch of romance to this relaxed space. On the second level the dining room is light and airy, with sash windows looking out onto the bustling Castle Market Street.
Top review
Irene
Dined 2 days ago
A very enjoyable lunch today with friends. La Maison is pne of my favourite restaurants . The food service is always reliable . Would highly recommend it.
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