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Drury Buildings, Dublin 2, Co. Dublin

Drury Buildings

4.4
4.4
1252 reviews
€30 and under
Contemporary European
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Drury Buildings is an owner operated award winning Cocktail Bar, Restaurant and Venue in the heart of Dublin city centre.

Above the bar is our lounge and dining room. This cosy and relaxing space set over two floors of the building is perfect if you want to escape the hustle and bustle of town and relax with a great bottle of wine, a cocktail and graze on our small plates and boards.

Our menu is specially crafted to suit the taste buds of all guests while also ensuring that there is enough variety to cater to different dietary requirements.
Our kitchen is a tapas-style cuisine that adds an element of fun and also encourages socializing, with a sharing-style menu.

‘We never stop creating, we never stop evolving’

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2 people
19:00
Booked 59 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    €30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary European, Irish, European
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 12:00 pm–11:30 pm Thu 12:00 pm–12:30 am Fri 12:00 pm–1:30 am Sat 11:00 am–1:30 am Sun 11:00 am–11:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (01) 960 2095
  • Website
    https://drurybuildings.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Warren Massey
  • Private party facilities
    A Private space for a good old knees up. Enjoy birthday parties, product launches and stylish soirées. Feast on a traditional Italian style family banquet. Sample and share large platters on long tables. Break bread amongst friends. Bar facilities available in the room.Capacity for canapes event reception up to 70 guests.
  • Private party contact
    reservations@drurybuildings.com: (01) 960 2095

What 1,252 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
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Dublin

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Dublin 2

    Hot spot

  • Dublin 2

    Great for outdoor dining

1,252 Reviews

  1. RobertC

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A warm greeting and a really great meal in a lovely (first floor) dining room.

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  2. AmandaS

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Flawless 10 out of 10! This spot is not only nicely decorated but also serves up delicious food with a side of super-friendly staff.

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  3. Shaneo

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. Highly recommend for an informal night out

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  4. BT2022

    Dublin

    13 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was fab as always maybe little bit expensive for the small dishes. The atmosphere was buzzing. The one thing we were seated on the ground area then big group of 15 came in it was so loud and very squishy if there was a known crowd that was coming it would of been better to sit upstairs. Overall it was good.

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  5. sWsV

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good place overall. Menu on the website slightly different from the one in the house, that could be updated. More baked/ cooked/ grilled tapas options would be a good issue too, there's god looking options but fried/ deep fried. Choice of ingredients is excellent and all the options are pretty tasty. Will recommend to everyone I know who are into this kind of experience. 5/5 stars

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Put sitting at a bench facing a window into a store room full of chairs. Dreadful seat to expect someone to sit at!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 November 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This was my first time and I will most certainly be back again as well as recommending it. We were there mid-week so the dinning area upstairs was quiet and relaxed - exactly what we were looking for - while the bar area downstairs was quite busy. The service was attentive and the food was just wonderful - small plates with a Mediterranean flavor. This is a place to meet a few friends for a relaxed chat over good food and drink in pleasant surroundings.

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  8. HazelS

    Dublin

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My first time at Drury Buildings for lunch and it was absolutely gorgeous as always. The food is always amazing and tasty, the service is with a smile, can't fault the place. Love it!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 20 November 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great bottle of biodynamic wine, cheese plate, steak and broccoli and everything was delish! Great ambience

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  10. MichaelB

    Portland

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food options and it all tasted wonderful. Would certainly come back.

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  11. AoifeH

    Dublin

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely atmosphere, staff are very professional and accommodating. The food was very nice, we had the small plate to share and everything was fresh and produce was good quality.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 November 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The place is really nice, staff very friendly and attentive. We came here with the idea to have lunch but it’s more like a tapas place to be honest. However, this place is great and the food is delicious.

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  13. GaryT

    Birmingham

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious, service prompt, wine very good. Everything was perfect.

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  14. FinolaL

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely quirky venue but quiet dark so difficult to read menus overall very enjoyable experience.

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  15. RoisinM

    London

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Warren was able to accommodate my friends dish to account for her allergies, which was great! However a small dish of broccoli was priced at €8.80, which we thought was steep.. very energetic atmosphere and lovely set up..

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  16. MercedesJ

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 November 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Small plates and too expensive for that size. Positive that the garden is nice and not cold with heating

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  17. WilsonC

    Exclusive

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 4 November 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Poor Service , more than half of whiskey on the menu they don’t have . I wouldn’t recommend

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  18. Milou

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 November 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Unfortunately the food did not meet out expectations. The ribs were more fat than meat and the rest did not taste great either. On the buttom level the noise can be a bit too loud, but on the other floors the ambiance is great.

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  19. SineadM

    Sligo

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 30 October 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was fabulous. Highly recommend.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 30 October 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely building, good atmosphere, fast & attentive service. Food was also delicious but small bites. We ordered a second time for family of 5 … slider and loaded fries were very small portions. Firey Redhead cocktail is delicious. Deserts are all homemade and very more-ish

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  21. Lucas

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 29 October 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food in here is very good, the place is really nice and clean, and the staff are absolutely out of this world. They can't do enough for you, we are definitely coming back

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  22. JennieH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 October 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a lovely meal. The food, drinks and service were 10/10. Highly recommend!

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  23. Laurac

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 27 October 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Really delicious food and drinks. I recommend the gambas and cheesecake, top class! I’ll be back

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  24. LaurenN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 October 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service and great atmosphere! Will be back

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  25. Lexi

    Vancouver

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Emre was my server & he was amazing! Very attentive and super fast! He was also great at conversation! Amazing food !

    1 person found this helpful

  26. LouiseC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 October 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Food is overpriced for the quality and amount. Service wasn’t great, not very attentive, our table wasn’t checked to make sure all was ok or if we needed anything else. Seemed to concentrate on larger tables only. Took 15-20mins to get a second drink and bill, after plates were cleared from table. Won’t be back.

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  27. MarkC

    London

    10 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 7 October 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    This is the third time in this restaurant. First few times were a good experience, but this was not. Booked outside area , but was put out the back , up in the loft , which was covered . So wouldn’t class as outside. Ordered our wine and food together and was surprised when the food arrived out after 3 minutes of ordering. Chips were cold and we felt rushed . Very disappoint with this visit and will certainly be our last

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  28. RhondaD

    Exclusive

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 October 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely staff, great atmosphere. Food delicious. Will be back soon. Rhonda.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 October 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ordered 6 different dishes . They we’re all delicious . The concept is not to overwhelm the customers with big plates . We all liked it . The service was fast and so friendly. A must come again place :)

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 October 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delish cocktails and setting on the terrace! Loved the croquettes also!

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  31. HelenJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 September 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food and service, nice ambience, has outdoor dining

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  32. isabel

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 September 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    great place for a tasty bite to eat and great cocktails

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  33. KevinH

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 September 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very enjoyable experience at Drury Buildings on a Sunday afternoon with family for a little occasion. Food was excellent, very tasty and superbly presented. Staff warm, attentive and friendly.

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  34. Lish

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 23 September 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The restaurant is beautiful inside, but was incredibly overpriced for the value. I would describe all of the food plates as “small plates” meaning per person you would really need to order 2 each. We all left hungry and ended up going to McDonald’s. What we had was good, but just the value for what you get is not good. I think the server should have said the plates are small. I wouldn’t go again, I’ve found much better restaurants in Dublin.

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  35. Orlafood

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 23 September 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, lovely staff and great atmosphere! Lovely decor too!

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 23 September 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was there for a farewell & the were wonderful with a small little separate room. Great drinks, very nice staff! Thank you for a memorable evening!

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  37. LauraW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 September 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food here was amazing, reasonably priced and service from Lucas was brilliant! Would definitely recommend and return!

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  38. KayF

    Dublin

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 23 September 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious food with good selection of small plates. The ribs and scampi with wasabi mayo were especially tasty. Staff were attentive and friendly. Only negative comment was that the hot water in the bathrooms was absolutely scalding.

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  39. Celebrators

    Dublin

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 23 September 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous long lunch. Had 5 dishes between two of us. More than adequate. Food was fabulous as was the atmosphere.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 September 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff were extremely nice, service was very quick. Food is amazing will defo be back

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available

  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Extra space between tables

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Drury Buildings is rated 4.4 stars by 1252 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
19:00
Booked 59 times today
Google Map for Drury Buildings

52-55 Drury St, Dublin 2, Co. Dublin D02 VY15

Additional information

  • Area
    South City Centre
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 12:00 pm–11:30 pm Thu 12:00 pm–12:30 am Fri 12:00 pm–1:30 am Sat 11:00 am–1:30 am Sun 11:00 am–11:30 pm
  • Price
    €30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary European, Irish, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking Details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Warren Massey
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    https://drurybuildings.com/
  • Phone number
    (01) 960 2095
  • Private party facilities
    A Private space for a good old knees up. Enjoy birthday parties, product launches and stylish soirées. Feast on a traditional Italian style family banquet. Sample and share large platters on long tables. Break bread amongst friends. Bar facilities available in the room.Capacity for canapes event reception up to 70 guests.
  • Private party contact
    reservations@drurybuildings.com: (01) 960 2095
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