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MV Cill Airne Boat Bar and Restaurant, Dublin, Dublin

MV Cill Airne Boat Bar and Restaurant

4.6
4.6
317 reviews
€30 and under
European
The Boat Restaurant & Bar
Step back in maritime history on board the former tender ship the MV Cill Airne, located on North Wall Quay, Dublin’s floating Restaurant & Bar on the River Liffey. Enjoy the unrivalled views of the waterfront in the heart of Dublin’s docklands. Enjoy a cocktail in our main bar or outside on our outdoor deck – a promising option for a sunny afternoon on the River Liffey. Dine with us in the stunning Quay 16 Restaurant, with a capacity of 80 guests, offering an a la carte menu and competitive group set menus, catering for all dining requirements or celebrate your birthday or any special occasion in our private bar, the White Bar.

Heading to the 3 Arena or to the Bord Gais Theatre? Begin or end your evening on board The MV Cill Airne, only 5 minutes walk to the 3 Arena and a short stroll across the Samuel Beckett Bridge to the Bord Gais Theatre

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2 people

19:00


Booked 26 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    European

  • Hours of Operation

    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–11:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:30 am Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (01) 817 8760

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Catering

    We offer competitive group set menus for both lunch and dinner, Pig on a Spit, canape menus, buffet and BBQ menus and we can of course, create a bespoke menu should you wish for something special.

  • Private party facilities

    We cater for all sorts of events on-board. From birthday parties, after-work drinks receptions and BBQ's in our White bar, to private dinners in the Quay 16 restaurant to album launches, weddings and brand launches on our Upper deck.

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What 317 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Dublin

    Great for scenic views

  • Dublin

    European

  • Dublin 2

    Best Service

  • Dublin 2

    Best Value

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  1. Petey

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I really enjoyed the meal I had here with a friend. The atmosphere is great. After our food we moved outside to a bench to have another drink. I will definitely return.
  2. DeanC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Enjoyed the experience, food was great and staff friendly, efficient and very helpful
  3. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Beautiful night out , food delish , would definitely recommend a different unique experience
  4. lisak

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of my favorite places to go, staff are lovely, the food is always good. Love this place!
  5. NiamhF

    Dublin

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Unique dining experience. Staff extremely friendly. Music really good selection great atmosphere.
  6. IanH

    Connacht

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely solid restaurant second visit this year and can not fault
  7. LawlorS

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Staff were so nice and service was brilliant. Food was gorgeous. Overall a whopper dining experience here before show in3 Arena. Would definitely recommend and will definitely return. Thank you 😘
  8. JackC

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was excellent and the service was top quality
  9. DarylG

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 March 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Great tasting food with a usual dining experience. Perfect location for a pre-show meal, whether you are going to the Bord Gais or 3 arena. Will be back.
  10. PaulC

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 18 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing. The staff are so nice. Drinks were lovely. All in all it was great. Have been here a few times now and it never disappoints. Would highly recommend it to others.
  11. Willenm

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I Highly recommend MV Cill airne for any occasion.
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 March 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Staff in the restaurant where brilliant. Very accommodating and friendly.
  13. TrishM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The two ladies serving were amazing! Kept a very busy bar/restaurant well under control!
  14. Isildeniz

    Dublin

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 25 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of our favourite restaurant. Friendly staff, delicious food.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 February 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Handy for our hotel and show, hadn't been before but certainly go back
  16. CN1702

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 February 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    It's fine. But no better than that. The chips are lovely, like chipper chips, but expensive for chipper chips. Handy to stop on the way down to the 3 arena ...
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Simply put, the MV Cill Airne has been by far one of the best restaurants I've ever visted.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 February 2023

    overall2food4service3ambience1
    The place is cool, but I think is very expensive. I prefer SixByNico that’s the same price without drink of course, and is 6 different plates to try. On the pictures advertising says that table have sheets to look nice for valentines days etc. I am not expecting in verify things like a professional but I notice things. But the experience was good, my girlfriend and I will never come back 😅.
  19. Papamajada

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and beautiful ambiance. Definitely will be back soon.
  20. AliM

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 February 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    We booked a table for Valentine’s Day, it was my first time at the restaurant. I enjoyed the ‘sailor-made’ atmosphere a lot and even if it was pretty crowded because of the occasion, level of noise was very low. Food was really nice, I had the breaded goat cheese as a starter and the sea brim as a main. Staff was busy but very nice and friendly. A place that I would recommend for any informal occasion for a pleasant and original experience in Dublin.
  21. JamieM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very very very very very good food and drink,amazing!
  22. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was perfect. The food is amazing. The best steak I ever ate. And the service was amazing. Is exactly what I expected.
  23. ShaunaH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely beautiful food is unbelievable and service is brilliant never left too long before someone checking on yiu
  24. JulietH

    Dublin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 11 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Super food. Excellent wine. Very good service really made us feel welcome and made it a special night. The location is gorgeous and romantic, lovely little restaurant, cosy and full of atmosphere. Fantastic food. Thanks for a lovely time.
  25. FergusR

    Orlando

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 February 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Had an early meal with my family. the staff were really friendly and helpful. Choice on the menu was very goods and the food came out promptly but not rushed. Prices were good for the location and I will definitely return.
  26. orlac

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Had a beautiful meal here last Friday! Staff are friendly and accommodating. Would recommend x
  27. LyndaH

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous find on the Liffey - we were looking for a pre concert meal and booked in advance for the bar/bistro - had the exact time we wanted unlike so many others in the area - My fish and Chips were lovely - very fresh and tasty, mys sons chicken burger was equally good - the ambinace was great - just the right amount of low volume music and it had a really cool vibe, staff lovely and friendly too, if you are after something a bit quicky this is it - will defo be back - thank you !
  28. SiobhanM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 February 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Excellent food. Good service. Staff very friendly and courteous. Really enjoyed our meal.
  29. DaveyC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 February 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    First time on the MV Cill Airne bar and restaurant. Staff very friendly, bar was very nice, good atmosphere. Restaurant was laid out very well. The food was excellent and the prices were very fair. I will definitely be back. Thanks for a great night. 🇮🇪👍
  30. Paudie

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brilliant experience friendly staff and food was delicious
  31. PeterG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time on board, staff were very friendly and helpful. Ambiance is wonderful, a change from your standard bar/restaurant. Finally the meal was lovely! My lamb was cooked just the way I like it, compliments to the Chef! I would highly recommend starting a night out in the MV Cill Airne and I will return again soon.
  32. CoupleDining

    Cork

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 January 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Very nice setting and superb staff. Unfortunately my partner found the beef burger extremely dry. I had the chicken burger, tasty. Onion rings very greasy. Slightly over priced we felt for a couple burgers. Very quick service and lovely location
  33. Maila

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 January 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I really recommend it. Adorable place and staffs. Fresh food. All good.
  34. seanm

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 January 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food, service, location plus everything else was brilliant me and my partner went here on a whim.. turned out to be one of the nicest places we eaten to date in Dublin absolutely love it here was our first time but wont be our last!!
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Connacht

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 January 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a lovely meal here! Really enjoyed the food, service and scenery
  36. ChikumbutsoK

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 January 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Would 100% recommend this beautiful place everything about it was perfect the food was 11/10 the waitresses who serves us were so friendly and helpful thanks for a great evening , the steak was amazing!!!
  37. Damien

    Dublin

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 31 December 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Steak ŵas cooked perfectly, sauce that accompanied it was really tasty, mash really creamy, broccoli cooked to perfection
  38. LLCooLJC

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 31 December 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Very impressed with whole setup, definitely reccomend anyone to visit. Would ask chef to think about desserts, slightly below par for me.
  39. Seanie747

    Dublin

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 31 December 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely venue great food and service. Definitely be back again!
  40. Louise

    London

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 31 December 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great night here- the food was excellent and amazing value considering how expensive eating had become this is an absolute gem. Really great service and friendly staff. Looking forward to going back again

FAQs

MV Cill Airne Boat Bar and Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 317 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 26 times today
Google Map for MV Cill Airne Boat Bar and Restaurant

QUAY 16 NORTH WALL QUAY, Dublin, Dublin D01 XE03

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Just opposite Dublin Convention Centre

  • Area

    Grand Canal Dock (D2)

  • Hours of Operation

    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–11:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:30 am Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    European

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking Details

    None

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

  • Phone number

    (01) 817 8760

  • Catering

    We offer competitive group set menus for both lunch and dinner, Pig on a Spit, canape menus, buffet and BBQ menus and we can of course, create a bespoke menu should you wish for something special.

  • Private party facilities

    We cater for all sorts of events on-board. From birthday parties, after-work drinks receptions and BBQ's in our White bar, to private dinners in the Quay 16 restaurant to album launches, weddings and brand launches on our Upper deck.

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