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Diners' Choice: Best Ambience restaurants in Dublin 6

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Updated 05 February 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best ambience in Dublin 6? 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 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.
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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.
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4.9
4.9 (1754)
€31 to €50
Mediterranean
Ranelagh
About the restaurant
We currently take bookings for tables for the next 60 days.

We do not take bookings for larger than 6 people. The largest party on regular seating is 5 people.

Please note all tables of 6 or more will be required to eat off our Chefs Sharing Menu.

Mediterranean small plates, fresh pasta and quality cuts of meat where sharing is encouraged. The menu is concise and constantly changing.

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Joanne
Dined 1 day ago
My favourite place I’ve eaten in the last couple of years. The chef’s menu was delicious and service was so friendly. It’s very loud is the only thing so just be prepared! Can’t wait to return!
A photo of GiGi restaurant
4.8
4.8 (708)
€30 and under
Italian
Ranelagh
About the restaurant
Welcome to GiGi authentic Italian cuisine, homemade pasta, great antipasti bar in a cozy and casual environment with a great selection of Italian wines.
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paul
Dined 3 days ago
We had a fantastic evening at GiGi This was our first time there based on a recommendation from our 10 year old who’s friend told him it’s the best pasta in Dublin 🤣 It was beautiful food and the team there were fantastic
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4.7
4.7 (24)
€31 to €50
Wine Bar
Rathgar
About the restaurant
Welcome to Green Man Wines!
We are a small, award winning Wine Shop opening our Wine Bar Thursday-Saturday.
There are loads of iconic bottles, hidden gems and easy drinking wines from the ‘old world’ stacked on our shelves, with €10 corkage applied we welcome you to try any of those.
Alongside we offer a variety of plates designed to share, we recommend 2-3 plates per person.
There are two parts to our Wine Bar, the Front, which is open for walk-ins and the Back, suitable for a full dinner.
Come on in and let our staff guide you towards your next favourite Producer, Region or Grape Varietal!
-Please note that our kitchen closes at 9:30 PM.-

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gemma
Dined 5 days ago
Fabulous bites with Fabulous wine. Amazing service- so knowledgeable on their wines. A lovely evening out!
A photo of The Wild Goose Grill restaurant
4.7
4.7 (379)
€31 to €50
Contemporary European
Ranelagh
About the restaurant
DURING THE CHRISTMAS PERIOD, IT IS RESTAURANT POLICY GROUPS OF 6 OR MORE WILL BE EXPECTED TO PAY A DEPOSIT AND ORDER FROM A SET MENU.

The Wild Goose Grill is a stylish modern Irish Bistro offering the best of dining experiences in the heart of Ranelagh, Dublin 6. Located directly above McSorleys Public house on Sandford Rd. It is Ranelagh’s most luxurious dining experience. The dining room combines old world charm and elegance with modern comfort in a relaxing and warm atmosphere. The menu is based on classic cooking with the very best of seasonal Irish Produce from local artisan producers with some contemporary twists. It has become a favourite with local residents, local business community and international travellers.


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Tim
Dined 5 days ago
Really lovely dinner experience... it is such a lovely room, the vibe is great. Simple menu, long wine list and always a pleasure to see Kevin there…
A photo of Craft Restaurant restaurant
4.8
4.8 (19)
€51 and over
European
Rathgar
About the restaurant
Craft is an award-winning neighbourhood restaurant in Harold’s Cross, owned and run by renowned chef, Philip Yeung, a short distance from the surrounding villages of Rathgar, Rathmines and Ranelagh.

Philip became Head Chef at Town Bar and Grill in 2010, working under Temple Garner, and was also instrumental in the re-opening of Bang Restaurant in 2010, again as Head Chef.

Philip opened Craft in February 2016 and very quickly gained recognition for his modern Irish cuisine, winning the ‘Best Newcomer’ award for Dublin at the RAI awards in May 2016, Michelin Bib Gourmand 2017, ‘Best Emerging Irish Cuisine’ in all of Ireland at the RAI awards in 2018 and Michelin Bib gourmand again in 2018 and 2019.

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Jimmy
Dined 7 days ago
Great Evening. Staff lovely & very helpful & attentive. Food well presented & delicious..
A photo of Bijou Bistro restaurant
4.7
4.7 (1383)
€31 to €50
European
Rathgar
About the restaurant
Join us for a unique, intimate, stylish and lively time day or night.
We offer lunch/brunch and dinner Wednesday through to Sunday.
Great cocktails, superb wines, delicious food, stylish ambience, and smiling staff what more could you want.
Entirely hidden from the street, Bijou has an upstairs heated terrace, sheltered and with heaters. So joins us for brilliant outdoor dinning also.
Bijou is the perfect place for any all celebrations so if you are thinking of celebrating that birthday, christening, wedding or you just want a gang please give us a call to discuss options,
Just a couple of things to note:
All tables are booked for 1 hour and 45 minutes. After your allotted time we will require the table back. We do not take bookings for drinks only.
If you book an outdoor table your table will be outdoor unless, on the off chance, we have space inside at your chosen time.



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Anne
Dined 6 days ago
Welcomed by a lovely receptionist, Table 'upstairs' which I had forgotten was there, really lovely, waiters excellent, food and wine really lovely will definitely be back.
A photo of Piano Piano restaurant
4.7
4.7 (23)
€30 and under
Italian
Rathgar
About the restaurant
Piano Piano embodies the essence of slow and meticulous preparation in our culinary art, where patience is key. our dishes are meticulously crafted using only the freshest ingredients such as ricotta cheese, pickles, pastas, and pesto. our primary focus is to seamlessly blend traditional and contemporary Italian cuisine. spearheading this culinary journey is our esteemed head chef Nivaldo, a seasoned professional with an experience from around the globe among his signature creations, the pappardelle funghi and zucchini roll stand out as the most beloved at piano piano. we dedicated to offering customers an authentic & modern dining experience with top-notch cuisine and a welcoming, inviting ambiance. Piano Piano is an ideal spot for family get-together, romantic evenings, or meals with friends, come and enjoy a delightful time with your loved ones at Piano Piano, creating unforgettable memories.
Top review
Martin
Dined on 25 Jan 2025
Just arrived home after another lovely evening dining in piano piano, it was my wife's birthday and we spent 3 great hours there with our kids and their grandparents. We all enjoyed our food, it's our 4th visit there since piano piano opened and we've never been disappointed with the menu and the excellent service from their staff. We'll definitely be visiting again and it's high in our list of favorites. Thanks again piano piano
A photo of Mak at d6 restaurant
4.6
4.6 (462)
€30 and under
Chinese
Ranelagh
About the restaurant
Mak At D6 is located in the heart of Ranelagh. Life is simple and delicious, a philosophy that has inspired us to create Mak, a lifestyle restaurant where good food goes hand-in-hand with good times and great company.

We are now available for Christmas bookings. For any large group bookings of 6 or more people please contact the restaurant at makatd6@gmail.com to make a reservation. For the whole month of December, the early bird menu will not be available.

The creation of Julian Mak (a second generation of restaurateur in Dublin) Mak combines Hong Kong-style dim sum and authentic Chinese cuisine and amazing cocktails in an atmosphere and setting that is perfect for either family dining, catching up with friends or a romantic evening for two.

Top review
Elijah
Dined 4 days ago
The food and service are consistently amazing! Been going here for nearly 10 years.
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