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Pearl Brasserie
Price: Expensive•European•4.8(1,295)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 for over 20 years.
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!Glas
Price: Very Expensive•Vegetarian / Vegan•4.8(2,106)
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
3fe Gertrude
Price: Moderate•Comfort Food•4.7(254)3fe Gertrude is an all day diner with a focus on great food and coffee. It’s core customers are people who are seeking a space to socialise and meet their friends, family and colleagues any day of the week in a relaxed and informal setting.Margadh Food & Wine RHA Gallery
Price: Moderate•Modern European•4.7(178)Welcome to Margadh Food and Wine
We look forward to seeing you shortly to our daytime cafe and evening wine bar.
BANG restaurant & wine bar
Price: Moderate•European•4.7(976)Just off St. Stephens Green and Beside The Shelbourne Hotel- Top 50 Restaurants 2023, Wine Spectator Award of Excellence 2024 , TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2024.
Head Chef, Nathan Greensmith, leads a talented team, using only the finest seasonal ingredients sourced from local suppliers. Featuring a delightful array of options, including steak favorites and fresh seafood
We believe that exceptional service is just as important as great food. Our attentive staff is trained to ensure that every guest feels welcome and valued, providing personalized service that enhances your dining experience.
We also cater to various dietary preferences, including gluten-free and vegan options
For a special event, BANG Restaurant offers three unique and stylish private dining spaces, accommodating up to 50 guests. Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, our dedicated team is here to help you plan and execute an unforgettable experience tailored to your needsThe Lord Mayor's Lounge at The Shelbourne Hotel
Price: Very Expensive•Afternoon Tea•4.8(1,771)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.
WILDE RESTAURANT
Price: Expensive•Contemporary European•4.7(94)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.FIRE Steakhouse & Bar
Price: Very Expensive•Steak•4.6(5,750)FIRE is located in the heart of Dublin city centre on the popular Dawson St. Offering an unforgettable dining experience in Dublin's most historical dining room along with exclusive private dining options. Soaring 19th-century ceilings, stained glass windows and bronze sculptures are just a few elements of this magnificent dining space.
FIRE also offers 'outdoor dining' on our incredible fully enclosed, weatherproof and heated terrace overlooking the beautiful Lord Mayor’s Garden.
We pride ourselves on creating menus around locally sourced Irish produce. Firmly committed to supporting sustainable local produce we serve the finest selection of meats and produce that Ireland has to offer. Our concept is very simple, take Ireland's finest raw ingredients and use original recipes to create exceptional dishes.
Il Caffe Di Napoli
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.6(380)Do you love Italy, the food, the wine, the people? Now all you have to do is visit our Italian Restaurant, Il Caffe di Napoli on Westland Row, Dublin 2 and you are immediately immersed in the sounds the flavours and slightly frantic atmosphere typical of the very best of Italian restaurants. Il Caffe di Napoli has been a Dublin favourite for over 10 years now. As you enter the caffe on the ground floor and head down the stairs into the restaurant you instantly feel the warm comfy atmosphere envelope you. From the view of the fully functioning Italian (open plan) kitchen, the natural dark wood table and chairs the Ristorante will have you thinking you’re seated at the home of a stylish friend’s house in Via Marechiaro in Naples. Every dish at il Caffe Di Napoli is made from authentic Neapolitan produce, cooked using traditional recipes and the best quality ingredients that can be found from the celebrated Neapolitan region of Campania.Proof Urban Italian
Price: Moderate•Contemporary Italian•4.4(498)Welcome to Proof Urban Italian. A slice of modern Italian cuisine in the vibrant heart of the Liberties, Dublin.
Perfect for pizzas, pit stops, and pitchers.
The incredible flavours and ingredients of Italy are brought together to create our signature Romano pizzas, pasta dishes and sharing plates. Pair these with indulgent on-tap cocktails from our custom designed draft wall or a with a glass of hand-picked Italian wine. For something quick and easy, join us for a laidback lunch and enjoy our new decadent sandwiches.
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- JJoanneNew York City •15 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoWe loved everything about this place! The food was fantastic, the ambiance was wonderful and the service was great! After reading “mixed” reviews, we decided to give it a shot (based on a recommendation), and I’m glad we did!! We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner! Can’t say enough about how good the food was! The place is comfortable and our server was great! If you’re looking to be in and out quickly, maybe not the place for you, but I can’t recommend it enough!!More infoThe Ivy Dawson StreetPrice: Expensive• Irish• South City Centre•4.4
- ZZemynaDublin •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoWe visited Boeuf and Frites in Temple Bar before heading to the theatre, and it was an absolute treat. Both of us had the fillet steak, which was beautifully cooked and full of flavour. We really loved the concept—just a few dishes done exceptionally well. The atmosphere is cozy and stylish, the staff are friendly and professional, and the value is fantastic. Even the dessert was spot on. A wonderful spot we’d happily return to!More infoBoeuf and Frites (Temple Bar)Price: Moderate• Irish• Temple Bar•4.4
- FFarzanaVIPOrange County •6 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoGreat atmosphere, service and food. A thoroughly enjoyable eveningMore infoPichetPrice: Expensive• Contemporary European• South City Centre•4.7
- RRichardLondon •21 reviews4.0Dined 3 days agoExcellent. I’ve eaten in many of the Hawksmoor in London and was delighted to see their restaurant in Dublin is just as good! Great steak in an amazing atmosphere. Not the cheapest but worth it for a special treat!More infoHawksmoor DublinPrice: Expensive• Unspecified• Dame Street•4.4
- MMarkDublin •1 review5.0Dined 6 days agoReally nice food and drinks and attentive service, highly recommendedMore infoLittle PygPrice: Moderate• Italian• Dame Street•4.4
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Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in South City Centre include Glas, FIRE Steakhouse & Bar and Red Torch Ginger Dublin 2
Restaurants with gluten-free options in South City Centre are Glas, Millstone Restaurant and FIRE Steakhouse & Bar
Bottomless brunch in South City Centre is available at Isabelle's, The Ivy Dawson Street and Glas
The most romantic restaurant in South City Centre is FIRE Steakhouse & Bar
Restaurants in South City Centre with a great view include Sophie's @ The Dean Dublin, FIRE Steakhouse & Bar and Millstone Restaurant