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Drury Buildings, Dublin 2, Co. Dublin

Drury Buildings

4.4
4.4
1220 reviews
€30 and under
Contemporary European
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 30 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • 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
  • 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 1,220 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

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Dublin

    Contemporary European

  • Dublin 2

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Dublin 2

    Contemporary European

1,220 Reviews
  1. isabel

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    great place for a tasty bite to eat and great cocktails

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  2. KevinH

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    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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  3. Elis

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    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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  4. Orlafood

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, lovely staff and great atmosphere! Lovely decor too!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    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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  6. LauraW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food here was amazing, reasonably priced and service from Lucas was brilliant! Would definitely recommend and return!

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  7. KayyF

    Dublin

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    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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  8. Celebrators

    Dublin

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous long lunch. Had 5 dishes between two of us. More than adequate. Food was fabulous as was the atmosphere.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Staff were extremely nice, service was very quick. Food is amazing will defo be back

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  10. Seanyb90

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 20 September 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Very nice, food was excellent and service was very prompt.. I did find the place very cold however and we were seated inside. It did take from the experience slightly

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 16 September 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Tasty food! Some plates were cold but overall a nice experience

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  12. mauricep

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 September 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    This is a regular for us...Food was as usual very good and we were in the snug downstairs..staff were also as usual great but the music in the place was crazy loud

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food! Arancini were delicious and in general food was great

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  14. Aria

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous settings with outstanding tapas menu. Vibrant atmosphere, great place to meet friends, love the tables in the courtyard . Totally reconnect this restaurant.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 September 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Food is amazing never disappoints. The only feedback is that I booked outdoor seating assuming this was outside the front however it was upstairs which is covered so no sun lights gets in no difference to being inside. Other then that amazing

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  16. Gillian

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 September 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Music added no ambiance and was too loud. Food was good and service was friendly.

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 September 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Very ambient Terrace in a great part of town. nice drinks & good range of sizes dishes (from nibbles to something more substantial)

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  18. JenniferC

    Dublin

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 September 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    No all day brunch on the menu and very over-priced for the amount of food you receive!

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  19. LouiseC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 September 2023

    overall2food3service4ambience2
    Very disappointing experience- 2 errors in bill one of which was an extra bottle of wine €48 - no apology. Also after being asked were we ordering more drinks and responding that we were finished we were told table was needed in 20 despite the fact that the upstairs was half empty .

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best service in town! Great food, environment and staff! Gambas and picanha are perfect. Please ask for espresso martini. Is the best!!

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  21. KateM

    Dublin

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 29 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was so lovely, they even brought out a little birthday treat! Great place for a cocktail and small bites or lots of bites to share perfect for groups! Will definitely be back!

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  22. PhoebeR

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An Amazing place , lovely setting, excellent food - is a must visit

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  23. Justine

    Dublin

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 26 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great vibe, nice buzz at night, lovely staff. Nice food options, easy to share, great for a friends night out or date.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 August 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience3
    The food was okay, but everything felt very rushed.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 August 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Gorgeous food, drink and really friendly waiter. Although he seemed to be only waiter on our floor and while he was brilliant it was a bit unfair on him trying to manage the whole floor himself. Also (without sounding too old!) it was quite loud while trying to have a chat with your meal.

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  26. wilw

    London

    101 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    101 reviews

    Dined on 24 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Tapas style dining with a good bar attached. Restaurant has a warehouse vibe done in a mid-century style that miraculously gives the impression of privacy while being open plan. Interesting spaces throughout the building, which you may miss as there are many Al fresco groups on that street. This is my second visit and I dined on their first floor. I've decided it's a must revisit when next in Dublin place. Buzzy and fresh, it's unfussy yet serves up beautifully cooked and presented dishes by quietly friendly efficient staff. Recommended.

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  27. BrianS

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 August 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience2
    Menu is now tapas-style. Used to be really good food - last night's was overcooked and very pre-prepared, and not very nice. Disappointing.

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  28. CharlieG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very impressed by the Drury Buildings. Food was amazing (the black truffle arancini and the best gambas I’ve ever had). Service was quick and our food came very quickly as did our wine. Really nice and colourful setting in the outside area in the back. We shared 6 dishes between two of us which was just perfect. Will definitely be returning soon to try some more small plates.

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  29. EadaoinNL

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 12 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the variety of tapas dishes. We had an excellent waiter who was charming and very efficient. Thoroughly enjoyed our visit to this inventive eatery.

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  30. Emma

    Birmingham

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Friendly staff and delicious food. The prices were pretty reasonable as well. Definitely recommend.

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  31. ClaireO

    Leinster

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 August 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Really fantastic evening here in Drury Buildings. Fantastic cocktails and food…the spiced almonds, croquettes, focaccia and tiramisu were absolute standouts. Service was super efficient and helpful throughout. Will most definitely be back!

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  32. BernadetteJ

    Dublin

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 9 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place - food and drinks always amazing. Although... 148e for 2 people (3 x tapas, 2x cocktails and 1 glass of wine each ) was a little bit steep having just returned from Berlin!

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  33. PaulB

    Dublin

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 5 August 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Great brunch on Saturday. Wine and food. Brilliant

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  34. Maria

    Dublin

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 3 August 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Party of 5 seated on the Balcony. Lovely setting would hugely recommend

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 July 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Slider was not worth the money and our table was slightly blocked from the rest of the room which was disappointing but the service was amazing and the food was great!

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It’s always good to be back at Drury! We had an amazing night: great food, outstanding wine selection and most importantly, great service (Lucas has created a special place, you can tell he loves what he is doing and his team do also). Looking forward to being back

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and cocktails were amazing! This is one of my favorite places

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  38. AoifeM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food for great value as well, will definitely be back

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  39. ShaneH

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    fab good, fab staff and they allow dogs. game changer

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  40. Loveshergrub

    Dublin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 29 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was very tasty tapas style service was very good and such a nice restaurant

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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 1220 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

19:00


Booked 30 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
  • 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
  • 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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