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Café en Seine, Dublin, Co. Dublin

Café en Seine

4.5
4.5
2147 reviews
€31 to €50
Modern European
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This is the wonderful Café en Seine, one of Dublin’s most iconic and stunning venues, nestled in the heart of Dublin on Dawson Street. Renowned for its five-star service, Café en Seine offers an extensive food menu which caters for a range of tastes and occasions. Bringing a unique dining experience to Dublin, head chef Stephen Gibson and his team have created a menu that reflects the ever-changing tastes of Irish plates. Think simple, fun dishes, bursting with seasonal flavours, that are great to share while still delivering a high-end food experience in a casual dining atmosphere.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 48 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Modern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:45 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:45 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:15 pm Sat, Sun 5:00 pm–9:15 pm
  • Phone number
    (01) 677 4567
  • Website
    http://www.cafeenseine.ie/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Stephen Gibson
  • Private party facilities
    Parisian Street Garden for 200 People, Cocktail Bar and Restaurant 150 People, Loft Bar for 90 People, Balcony Bar for 100 People, Great Venue for Special Occasions, Private Spaces for Large Groups up to 1,200 people.
  • Location
    40 Dawson Street, Dublin, Co. Dublin D02 A526
  • Area
    Dawson Street
  • Cross Street
    Dawson Street
  • Parking Details
    There is on street Parking, around the corner on St Annes Lane available to the public. There are two multi storey car parks within a 3 minute walk from Cafe En Seine - Q Park Dawson Street and Q Park Setanta.
  • Public Transit
    Nearest bus stop Mansion House
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace

What 2,147 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Dublin

    Modern European

  • Dublin

    Most Booked

  • Dublin 2

    Most Booked

2,227 Reviews

  1. Srednuas

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Very enjoyable place and atmosphere and food, great waiter service etc. Hostess was a little off hand-ish on the evening on 24/09. Place was 90% empty at 6pm on a Sunday and I asked for a nicer table than the one allocterd by her beside the restaurant bar entrance and exit area for staff to be given a look like I asked for a free bottle of champagne. Come on staff, help us help you keep a job as I want to eat out but not get an attidude for a simple request. Otherwise perfect

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  2. Ilen

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best ambiance I have ever seen so far. Great for family and friends. Great foods for affordable prices.

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  3. EdwinaF

    N. Ireland

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an amazing night , our host Yvette was outstanding. The food service ambience was amazing. It was my friends birthday and we had a super night. Thank you all so much 🙏

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was 5/5 Amazing views, decoration, service, food… we will repeat soon.

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  5. Caoi

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious lunch, lovely atmosphere and decor. Staff were attentive and professional.

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  6. ThereseT

    Dublin

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food so so good, and the staff are so lovely, polite and helpful. Will be back again!

    Café en SeineResponded 1 day ago

    Thank you for your fantastic review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our food and found our staff to be friendly, courteous and helpful. Our team works hard to provide a memorable dining experience and your positive feedback is a wonderful endorsement of their efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back to Cafe en Seine soon.

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  7. ValerieS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food staff so friendly beautiful decor loved every minute of our nite.

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  8. Urbansuburban

    Toronto

    41 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    41 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    Ambiance is very cool, especially the bar area. Service was decent. But the food was limited, and not good. Wasn’t interested in any of the mains so I ordered 2 starters. Mussels were cold and at least 8 were served unopened (bad).

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  9. BayswaterBonViveur

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice place. Very lively. Food surprisingly good. Service excellent.

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  10. Ciara

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing staff, great food and a fantastic atmosphere!

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent location in Dublin. Nice walk from Stevens Park. The service and the food was excellent. This rivals any fine dining experience you would have in any metropolitan city the world. The decor is unique and fun and gives it a nice vibe. If you are planning a nice dinner out with your significant other in Dublin, this is the place to go.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall2food5service1ambience4
    Food and cocktails were fantastic. Atmosphere is unbeatable. Was warned when seated reservation was limited to two hours. Never saw waitress after first course. After we finished entrees we were asked by manager if wanted our check. We had been there barely 30 minutes. Tried to get dessert menu. No one came back and we had to then beg to get the check.

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  13. NhSeacoast

    Greater Boston

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ambience and food were wonderful. Reasonable costs and you won’t be dissatisfied

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was great, service was fast and friendly!

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  15. MarkB

    Dubai

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 15 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely marvellous. Great service and the food was really delicious. And the decor and ambiance were Dublin-plus. A little snooty on the way in (but I wasn't exactly dressed to the full) and quite a few things missing on the wine list which steered us towards some of the best cocktails in Europe. A 100% must visit in Dublin

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  16. AlanD

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is stunning, food is excellent and the service was outstanding.

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  17. AbigailA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really good food and service. The place is very comfortable and nice.

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  18. CarolH

    Dublin

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 10 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really enjoyed the whole experience Planning to return soon

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  19. LesleyO

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service, fabulous atmosphere, would definitely recommend

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice place, delicious food, good service, nice interior.

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  21. Barbara

    Dublin

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 9 September 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    I love the place, the atmosphere and the service. But man, are the portions small for the price! In addition, my Turkish eggs were actually quite cold when they came to the table. Tasty, but cold.

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  22. Rory

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was excellent if. Staff were brilliant. Really enjoyable experience

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  23. lauraT

    Dublin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 8 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cafe En Seine never disappoints. it's beautiful as you step into it's 1920cs art deco interior. we were celebrating my daughters graduation and rang to see if we coukd move it half hour later and was no problem. food is always amazing and good value.. beautiful place great for celebrations too

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  24. MaryK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect location for a rendezvous with my friend.

    Café en SeineResponded on 8 September 2023

    Thank you for choosing Cafe en Seine as the venue for your meeting. We're delighted to hear that our venue provided the perfect setting for your rendezvous. It's always our aim to create a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for all occasions, whether it's a meeting, a get-together or simply a chance to catch up with friends. We hope to see you and your friend again soon.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 September 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Went here on the way to NCH. Good atmosphere on a Sunday evening. Food was good and fairly well priced. We both got fish and chips which was a little too salty for my liking. Starters were better. Would return but opt for a different dish.

    Café en SeineResponded on 8 September 2023

    Thank you for choosing Cafe en Seine during your visit to NCH and for sharing your feedback with us. I'm pleased to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere and found our prices fair. I'm sorry to hear that the fish and chips were a bit too salty for your liking. We appreciate your pointing this out as it helps us to refine our offer and ensure that it suits a wide range of tastes. However, I'm glad you enjoyed the starters. Your willingness to come back and try another dish is much appreciated. We have a varied menu to suit all tastes and I'm sure you'll find another dish to your liking. Thank you again for your comments. We look forward to welcoming you again and hope to impress you even more on your next visit.

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  26. DebG

    N. Ireland

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 3 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fab experience thank you Good service, tasty food and good fun with live music

    Café en SeineResponded on 8 September 2023

    Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that you had a fabulous experience at Cafe en Seine. It's always rewarding to know that our service, food and live music contributed to the overall enjoyment of your visit. Our team works hard to ensure that our guests have a memorable time and your kind words are a testament to their efforts. We look forward to welcoming you again soon.

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  27. ElaineS

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 September 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    Cocktails were very disappointing and food was nice but very expensive for what it was but Cocktails were a big let down

    Café en SeineResponded on 8 September 2023

    Thank you for your feedback on your recent visit to Cafe en Seine. I'm really sorry to hear that our cocktails didn't live up to your expectations. Our mixologists pride themselves on creating a diverse range of cocktails, using premium ingredients and innovative techniques to deliver distinctive flavours. Whilst taste is subjective, we always aim to cater for a broad palette and maintain the high standards for which we are renowned.

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  28. Dublin4

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 3 September 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    Our meal was spoiled as our empty plates were taken away before everyone was finished not good serving etiquette and puts pressure on the person who is still eating spiking the ambience … please train your staff not to do this please

    Café en SeineResponded on 8 September 2023

    Thank you for bringing this to our attention. I sincerely apologise for the oversight during your meal. You're absolutely right; it's important to ensure that plates are not cleared until everyone at the table has finished their meal. This ensures a comfortable dining experience without anyone feeling rushed or pressured. Your feedback is invaluable and I can assure you that it will be taken up immediately with our service team. Ongoing training is part of our commitment to excellence and we will ensure that this aspect of service etiquette is emphasised. Despite this, I hope you will consider giving us another opportunity to serve you in the future. We are committed to ensuring that every aspect of our guests' experience is impeccable.

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  29. Fiomar

    Leinster

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 2 September 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience2
    The minute we sat down, we were advised we needed to be put in 2 hrs which is standard and we completely accept that. Waiting 40 mins for our Prosecco wasn’t acceptable.

    Café en SeineResponded on 8 September 2023

    Thank you for your feedback. Whilst we do have certain time slots to accommodate all our guests, especially during peak periods, we sincerely apologise for the delay in serving your Prosecco. A 40 minute wait is certainly not in line with the prompt and attentive service we strive to provide. Your experience allows us to identify areas for improvement and I can assure you that we will address this particular concern with our service team to ensure that such delays are avoided in the future. We value your patronage and hope you'll give us another opportunity to serve you better.

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 2 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, attentive staff, definitely recommend for any age group 👌

    Café en SeineResponded on 8 September 2023

    Thank you so much for your kind words and wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our food and found our staff attentive. Our team takes great pride in ensuring that our guests have a memorable dining experience. Your recommendation, especially noting that we cater for all ages, is greatly appreciated. It's always our aim to create an atmosphere and menu that appeals to a diverse clientele. We look forward to welcoming you again soon.

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  31. Aisling

    Dublin

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 2 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful experience in Cafe en Seine. Food was delicious and great ambience, music and cocktails. Thanks to Cathy and Carrieanne for making it extra special. 100% recommend

    Café en SeineResponded on 8 September 2023

    Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience at Cafe en Seine. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the food, atmosphere, music and cocktails. Our team strives to create a memorable atmosphere and it's wonderful to know that we hit the mark during your visit. Thank you so much for mentioning Cathy and Carrieanne. I'll be sure to pass on your kind words to them. Recognition like this means a lot to our team and is great motivation. We really appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you again soon.

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  32. EdCou

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 31 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place and fabulous building to go out and great food, highly recommended. Good service as well but it is a busy place so be patient in terms of waiting for yor food. A great night out

    Café en SeineResponded on 3 September 2023

    Thank you for your feedback! It's great to hear that you enjoyed the ambience, food and design of Cafe en Seine. We take great pride in creating an environment that offers both aesthetic pleasure and culinary delight. We appreciate your understanding regarding waiting times, especially during our busy periods. Our team always strives to provide prompt service without compromising the quality of the experience. Your recommendation is greatly appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you again soon.

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  33. Langlinsj

    Dublin

    24 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on 29 August 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Food was lovely, service was very friendly. It was all just a bit fast, the second you put down a fork someone was over clearing-very unrelaxing- took some of the enjoyable from the food

    Café en SeineResponded on 3 September 2023

    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. I'm delighted to hear that you found our food to be delicious and our service to be friendly - these are qualities we value highly at Cafe en Seine. However, I sincerely apologise for any inconvenience you may have experienced due to the speed of our service. We strive for efficiency, but it's vital that we balance this with ensuring our guests have a relaxed and enjoyable dining experience. I'll be sure to share your feedback with our team so that we can make the necessary adjustments and improvements. Should you choose to dine with us again, please do not hesitate to mention your preferences and we'll do our best to accommodate you. Thank you again for your feedback and we hope to serve you again in the future.

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  34. NaoiseS

    Carlow

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was top quality! The food, the staff, the restaurant itself. All incredible. Our waiter was also able to help pick one of the nicest wines I've ever had! Will be back as soon as possible

    Café en SeineResponded on 3 September 2023

    Thank you so much for your glowing review! We are delighted to hear that you had such a memorable experience at Cafe en Seine. Our team is dedicated to providing first class service and it's always wonderful to know that our efforts are appreciated by our guests. It's especially nice to hear that our waiter was able to help you choose a wine that made such an impression. We pride ourselves on our curated wine list and it's always a pleasure to introduce our guests to something special. We look forward to your next visit.

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  35. KathyW

    Indiana

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 28 August 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    This place has great ambience and an overall great atmosphere. My husband had pork belly and I had rotisserie chicken...both delicious. Try the foccacia bread appetizer...yum!

    Café en SeineResponded on 3 September 2023

    Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Cafe en Seine. We're delighted to hear that you and your husband enjoyed our food, especially the pork belly and rotisserie chicken. The focaccia starter was a favourite for many and we're glad it left a lasting impression on you! Creating a memorable atmosphere with first class food is at the heart of our mission and your feedback reassures us that we're on the right track. We hope to welcome you and your spouse back soon. If you would like to try something else from our menu on your next visit, our staff will be happy to make recommendations.

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  36. MargaretL

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 27 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful lunch in a lovely cafe, the service was great and the food tasted delicious.

    Café en SeineResponded on 30 August 2023

    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you had a wonderful lunch and enjoyed both the food and the service at Cafe en Seine. We aim to provide our guests with a memorable dining experience and it's great to know that we achieved this with you. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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  37. Priscilla

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 August 2023

    overall1food5service1ambience5
    Hi, How are you doing? Hope you are well. I had a reservation yesterday at 3 pm. I arrived 5 minutes late and since I arrived the waiter was under pressure me and my friends to order food and drinks because the kitchen would be closed in 30 minutes. It was a such horrible experience. How would the kitchen be close soon if I booked a table for brunch at 3 pm? It was an embarrassing experience. I'm so disappointed. My friend from Carlow went to Dublin with her baby and her mun just to celebrate my birthday and she just ordered a drink for herself and her mum. We did not have chance to get the restaurants, looked at the menu, talked to the waiter. Another friend from Paris was there too and She felt the same way. I have been to Cafe en Seine few times and I have never felt it, that why i decided to celebrate my birthday with you guys and it was a disaster. I just had a change to order chips and one drink. Only. The waiter came to our table and under pressure us whole time. I'm so frustrating and sad with it. It was my birthday! I did not have chance to order a desert and sang happy birthday to me. It was my day, with my friends. Do you understand how I'm feeling? My birthday it's an important date for me. And it was a such bad experience

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 August 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    Venue and staff good but choice of food poor Very quick to clear table and yet other tables seemed to be sitting with drinks and water only ???

    Café en SeineResponded on 3 September 2023

    Thank you for your feedback. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed our venue and found our staff attentive. However, I'm really sorry to hear that our food selection did not meet your expectations. We always strive to offer a variety of options to suit different tastes and I regret that we fell short on this occasion. Your observations regarding the clearing of the table and service are also important to us. We try to strike a balance between being attentive and giving our guests space to enjoy their experience. I'll be sure to share your feedback with our team to ensure we continue to refine and improve our service. Thank you again and we hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future.

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  39. Sandie

    Dublin

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 26 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely lunch bright airy dining area. Had the fish and chips which tasted so fresh. Lovely staff.

    Café en SeineResponded on 30 August 2023

    Thank you for your lovely feedback! I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed your lunch in our dining area. We pride ourselves on our food and it's wonderful to hear such positive comments about the food and our staff. We look forward to serving you again soon.

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  40. Caragh

    Dublin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 August 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Very enjoyable celebration, lots of cocktails, good selection on brunch menu

    Café en SeineResponded on 30 August 2023

    Thank you so much for sharing your experience! I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed your celebration and that our cocktail selection and brunch menu added to the festivities. We hope to welcome you back to Cafe en Seine for more memorable moments.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

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Café en Seine is rated 4.5 stars by 2147 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 48 times today
Google Map for Café en Seine

40 Dawson Street, Dublin, Co. Dublin D02 A526

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Dawson Street
  • Area
    Dawson Street
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:45 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:45 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:15 pm Sat, Sun 5:00 pm–9:15 pm
  • Cuisines
    Modern European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking Details
    There is on street Parking, around the corner on St Annes Lane available to the public. There are two multi storey car parks within a 3 minute walk from Cafe En Seine - Q Park Dawson Street and Q Park Setanta.
  • Public Transit
    Nearest bus stop Mansion House
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Stephen Gibson
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace
  • Website
    http://www.cafeenseine.ie/
  • Phone number
    (01) 677 4567
  • Private party facilities
    Parisian Street Garden for 200 People, Cocktail Bar and Restaurant 150 People, Loft Bar for 90 People, Balcony Bar for 100 People, Great Venue for Special Occasions, Private Spaces for Large Groups up to 1,200 people.
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