1909

Name: 1909
Address: 31 Castle Street, Dalkey,, Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland, Republic of, A96 D584
Telephone: (01) 285 1909
Price range: €30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3 (421)

€30 and under

Contemporary American

31 Castle Street, Dalkey,, Dublin, County Dublin A96 D584

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2 people

19 May 2025

19:00

Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

culinary experience in Dalkey, visit 1909 Restaurant & Wine Bar. This inviting venue combines a warm atmosphere with elegant décor, making it perfect for discerning diners. The menu features seasonal ingredients transformed into exquisite dishes, from fresh seafood to succulent meats, showcasing the chef's artistry. Complementing the cuisine is a carefully curated wine list that caters to all palates. The unique ambiance is enhanced by attentive staff who ensure every guest feels valued, while live piano music adds a sophisticated touch. Whether celebrating a special occasion or enjoying a night out with friends, 1909 is the ideal setting for creating lasting memories. Experience the best of Dalkey at 1909 Restaurant & Wine Bar.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
€30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sat, Sun 12:30–16:30 Mon, Wed, Sun 18:00–00:00 Tue, Thu–Sat 18:00–02:00
Phone number
(01) 285 1909
Website
http://www.1909.ie/
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
We can cater a menu that suits your requirements, we have a kids menu available as well.
Private party facilities
1909 Restaurant has 2 rooms upstairs available for any occasion including Christening / Communion / Birthday / Christmas party, the Decanter room can cater for 30ppl and the Wine library up to 40 ppl.

Location
31 Castle Street, Dalkey,, Dublin, County Dublin A96 D584
Area
Dalkey
Parking details
None
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Roasted Vine Tomato Soup€6.95
Crumbled parmesan, cream cheese ciabatta. Vegan option available
Prawn Bisque€9.95
With stout bread & caper butter
Baked Portobello Mushroom€8.95
Garlic crouton, forest mushrooms, toasted crumbs, mushroom cream, rocket and parmesan
Duck Paté (Vol-au-Vent)€9.95
Green peppercorn crust, truffle toast, red wine reduction, crispy Parma ham, rustic herbs
Irish Smoked Salmon & Crab Parcel€13.95
Chilled Atlantic prawns in marie rose & brandy sauce, Wrapped in Irish smoked salmon, finished with crab meat & a twist of lemon
Crab & Wild Prawn Garlic Toast€14.95
Grilled cheddar & mozzarella cheese, lemon mayonnaise

Main Courses

Steaks served with buttered mash potato or frites. With a sauce of your choice: Brandy Peppercorn, Red Wine jus, Roast Garlic Butter, Mushroom Sauce, Hollandaise, Fresh Herb Pesto

8oz Chargrilled Prime Beef Burger and Frites€17.95
Lettuce, tomato, mayo, sauteed onion, crispy parma ham, Cheddar or mozzarella cheese. Vegan option available
Slow Roast Wicklow Lamb Shank€22.95
Mashed potato, winter vegetables, mint sauce, red wine & thyme jus
Noble Fish of the Day
Please ask your server for the fish of the day
7oz Prime Fillet Steak€28.95
Cut from the tenderloin, very tender steak, low in fat
10oz New York Striploin€31.95
A little firmer than the fillet light even marbling giving this cut a stronger flavor
18oz Prime Rib-Eye on the Bone€34.95
Highly marbled with a large centre of fat giving this cut a juicy texture And succulent rich flavour

Petit Sides

€ 4 each

Skinny Frites w/ Aioli
Thick Chips w Aoili
Buttered Mash
Sautéed Mushroom
Creamed Spinach
Sautéed Potatoes with Thyme & Rosemary
Mixed Vegetables
Broccoli w/ Hollandaise
Mixed Leaf Salad w/ Olive Oil Dressing
Rocket & Balsamic Parmesan Salad

Lunch Set Menu

Main Course € 15.95, Starter & Main Course € 22.95, Desert € 7.95. Available 7 days 12:30pm - 4pm

Starters

Roasted Vine Tomato Soup
Crumbled parmesan, cream cheese ciabatta
Prawn Bisque
With stout bread & caper butter
Baked Portobello Mushroom
Garlic crouton, forest mushrooms, toasted crumbs, mushroom cream, rocket and parmesan. Vegan option available
Duck Paté (Vol-au-Vent)
Green peppercorn crust, truffle toast, red wine reduction, crispy Parma ham, rustic herbs

Main Courses

Chicken Breast Coq au Vin
Chicken breast pan fried and cooked in a rich red wine sauce, served with green beans and truffle mash
Roasted Salmon Fillet
Topped with pesto crumbs & cherry tomatoes, with sautéed potatoes, broccoli, spinach
Beef & Guinness Stew
A traditional slow cooked stew with field mushrooms, winter vegetables, black pepper & truffle mash potato
Three Cheese Wellington
Baby mozzarella, camembert, gruyére, roast aubergine, smoked tomato, spinach, fresh herb salad, hollandaise dressing
Vegan Tofu Steak
Green beans, broccoli, baby potatoes, beetroot, sautéed in virgin garlic oil, tomato and red wine sauce, rustic herbs, Golden tomato salad

Petit Sides

€ 4 each

Skinny Frites w/ Aioli
Thick Chips w/ Aoili
Buttered Mash
Sautéed Mushroom
Creamed Spinach
Sautéed Potatoes with Thyme & Rosemary
Mixed Vegetables
Broccoli w/ Hollandaise
Mixed Leaf Salad w/ Olive Oil Dressing
Rocket & Balsamic Parmesan Salad

What 421 people are saying

1909 reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

South County Dublin
Child-friendly
South County Dublin
Great for fine wines
South County Dublin
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

1909 offers a delightful dining experience with "delicious food" and "excellent service." Guests rave about the "amazing wine selection," "lovely atmosphere," and the charming addition of live piano music. While the steaks occasionally miss the mark, the restaurant is consistently praised for special occasions. The welcoming staff ensure a memorable night out.

421 Reviews

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PickyEaters
Dublin6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Zoltan and the team were fantastic- they even made a a surprise birthday desert for my daughter. We have been customers for many years and we always return for Zoltan who always looks after us and of course for the delicious food and piano playing
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Mervyn
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent meal, staff where great, ambience spot on
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Alfred
Dublin2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always the best and consistent. Food is always cooked and presented to their best. It was our 4th time and food was always the same, delicious 10/10. Amazing service, warm and welcoming. One of our best restaurants in Ireland. Keep up the good work ❤️
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Robert
Dublin1 review
5.0
Dined on 3 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The lamb shank was delicious and the meatiest I've ever had. The service was excellent. The piano playing really made our date so relaxing. Highly recommend 1909.
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Aidan
Greater Boston4 reviews
4.0
Dined on 26 April 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great Sat night dinner. Really nice vibe with a good piano player keeping the atmosphere buzzy. Food was lovely only slight criticism was the steaks were both over done. Meat was still excellent but the medium rare had little or no red! 1909 is no different from any restaurant these days in terms of prices but it was a celebration and we thoroughly enjoyed the night!!
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Kerry
London21 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous restaurant, delicious food, great service and amazing wine selection.
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kieran
Italy2 reviews
1.0
Dined on 29 March 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Horrific experience for a 93rd birthday. Waiting staff were great but manager was exceptionally rude when I telephoned later to complain. Earlier he had rudely instructed my party they had to leave their table after only 75 minutes because he wanted the table for his friends!!!"! (reservation email advised table was good for much longer.) His language was foul when I called to complain and he told me he couldnt give F--k and then hung up!!! We ate their regularly since opening but never again and I can only sympathise with the owners who probably have no idea that their business is being managed by such an unprofessional and and ignorant individual!!
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Patrick
Dublin1 review
2.0
Dined on 14 March 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
We ordered a medium rare fillet steak and a medium rare rib-eye. Both were well done, and both were tasteless. They were also very expensive. Our waitress was very nice, but we will never go there again, despite living 5 minutes walk away.
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StevenM
Dublin2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and food was delicious, very cool ambience- top marks all around
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OpenTable Diner
Dublin3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Staff were very friendly and attentive! Service was also very quick!We got starters and mains and the portions were very big! The fish of the day (monkfish)was absolutely delicious!
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Make a booking

2 people

19 May 2025

19:00

Booked 7 times today

31 Castle Street, Dalkey,, Dublin, County Dublin A96 D584

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Dalkey
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sat, Sun 12:30–16:30 Mon, Wed, Sun 18:00–00:00 Tue, Thu–Sat 18:00–02:00
Price
€30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
http://www.1909.ie/
Phone number
(01) 285 1909
Catering
We can cater a menu that suits your requirements, we have a kids menu available as well.
Private party facilities
1909 Restaurant has 2 rooms upstairs available for any occasion including Christening / Communion / Birthday / Christmas party, the Decanter room can cater for 30ppl and the Wine library up to 40 ppl.

1909

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Lunch à la Carte Menu

Starters

Roasted Vine Tomato Soup€6.95

Prawn Bisque€9.95

Baked Portobello Mushroom€8.95

Duck Paté (Vol-au-Vent)€9.95

Irish Smoked Salmon & Crab Parcel€13.95

Crab & Wild Prawn Garlic Toast€14.95

Main Courses

8oz Chargrilled Prime Beef Burger and Frites€17.95

Slow Roast Wicklow Lamb Shank€22.95

Noble Fish of the Day

7oz Prime Fillet Steak€28.95

10oz New York Striploin€31.95

18oz Prime Rib-Eye on the Bone€34.95

Petit Sides

Skinny Frites w/ Aioli

Thick Chips w Aoili

Buttered Mash

Sautéed Mushroom

Creamed Spinach

Sautéed Potatoes with Thyme & Rosemary

Mixed Vegetables

Broccoli w/ Hollandaise

Mixed Leaf Salad w/ Olive Oil Dressing

Rocket & Balsamic Parmesan Salad

Lunch Set Menu

Starters

Roasted Vine Tomato Soup

Prawn Bisque

Baked Portobello Mushroom

Duck Paté (Vol-au-Vent)

Main Courses

Chicken Breast Coq au Vin

Roasted Salmon Fillet

Beef & Guinness Stew

Three Cheese Wellington

Vegan Tofu Steak

Petit Sides

Skinny Frites w/ Aioli

Thick Chips w/ Aoili

Buttered Mash

Sautéed Mushroom

Creamed Spinach

Sautéed Potatoes with Thyme & Rosemary

Mixed Vegetables

Broccoli w/ Hollandaise

Mixed Leaf Salad w/ Olive Oil Dressing

Rocket & Balsamic Parmesan Salad

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

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