How is Pinocchio Restaurant - Ranelagh restaurant rated?

Name: Pinocchio Restaurant - Ranelagh
Address: Luas Kiosk 1 Ranelagh, Dublin, Co. DUBLIN, Ireland, Republic of, D06 YT26
Telephone: (01) 497 0111
Price range: €30 and under
Rating: 3.9

Pinocchio Restaurant - Ranelagh

3.9

15 reviews

€30 and under

Italian

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Pinocchio is an authentic Italian restaurant in Dublin. At Pinocchio you can find real Italian quality gourmet food prepared by our Italian chef an his professional team. Come at Pinocchio and enjoy the flavours of Italy.
Open in Ranelagh since August 2008, Pinocchio tells no lies.
We offer simple, fresh, delicious Italian food.
Marco Giannantonio invite you to come and see what we can offer, not only good food but also excellent wine, the warmest welcome in Dublin and great party nights... Benvenuti!!!

In our restaurants we serve only excellent food prepared using top quality ingredients and cooked with passion and love. All served in a typical Italian ambiance, cozy and familiar: a place where you can experience real Italian cuisine.

PINOCCHIO IS ALSO AVAILABLE FOR: parties, special events and corporate meetings/events.

Not bookable

This restaurant is temporarily offline. Please contact the restaurant directly or check back shortly for availability.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian, Wine Bar
Hours of Operation
Mon, Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 1:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 1:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(01) 497 0111
Website
http://www.pinocchio.ie/
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Sebastiano Elicona / Gianluca Verardi

Location
Luas Kiosk, 1 Ranelagh, Dublin, Co. DUBLIN D06 YT26
Area
Ranelagh
Parking Details
None
Public Transit
Luas Red Line
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Bruschetta al Pomodoro Fresco€8.90
Italian classic: toasted bread with tomato, fresh basil and Extra Virgin Olive oil. Allergen: Gluten (Wheat)
Mozzarella alla Caprese€11.50
Fresh buffalo Mozzarella, tomatoes, fresh basil and Extra Virgin Olive oil. Allergen: Dairy (Milk)
Arancini di Riso al Ragù€11.90
Homemade Italian rice balls stuffed with Bolognese sauce. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Sulphites, Soy, Gluten (Wheat), Celery
Insalata all'Italiana€11.90
Italian salad: mixed leaves salad, tomato, mozzarella and olives. Allergen: Dairy (Milk)
Antipasto Misto€15.90
Small selection of thinly sliced Italian cured meat, cheeses and grilled vegetables. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Sulphites, Gluten (Wheat)
Cheese Platter€16.90
Selection of a mix Italian cheeses. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Gluten (Wheat)
Deluxe Antipasto
Selection of thinly sliced Italian cured meats, cheeses and grilled vegetables. Served with focaccia bread. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Sulphites, Gluten (Wheat)
- For Two€23.90

Pasta Main Courses

Penne all'Arrabbiata€13.50
Penne pasta in a spicy cherry tomato sauce. Allergen: Gluten (Wheat)
Vegetarian Carbonara€16.50
Spaghetti pasta with courgettes, onions and pecorino cheese in a rich egg sauce. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Eggs, Gluten (Wheat)
Penne Salsiccia e Peperoni€16.90
Penne pasta with Italian sausages and roasted peppers in a rich tomato sauce. Allergen: Sulphites, Gluten (Wheat)
Spaghetti alla Bolognese€16.90
Spaghetti pasta in a rich homemade Bolognese ragout sauce. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Sulphites, Gluten (Wheat), Celery
Spaghetti alla Carbonara€17.50
Spaghetti pasta with pork cheek, pecorino cheese in a rich egg sauce. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Eggs, Gluten (Wheat)
Penne all'Amatriciana€17.90
Penne pasta with pork cheek, pecorino cheese in tomato sauce. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Sulphites, Gluten (Wheat), Celery
Penne Nduja e Cipolla€17.90
Penne pasta with spicy nduja, red onions and fresh pecorino cheese. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Sulphites, Gluten (Wheat)
Ravioli Ricotta e Spinaci€17.90
Homemade ravioli pasta filled with ricotta cheese and spinach in a cherry tomato sauce. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Eggs, Gluten (Wheat)
Penne Salsiccia, Zucchine e Melanzane€18.50
Penne pasta with Italian sausage, courgettes and aubergines in a tomato sauce. Allergens: Sulphites, Gluten (Wheat)
Lasagna alla Bolognese€18.90
Homemade Italian Lasagna in a rich homemade Bolognese sauce and Parmigiano cheese. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Sulphites, Eggs, Gluten (Wheat), Celery
Ravioli al Tartufo Nero e Fondente al Provolone€20.90
Homemade ravioli pasta stuffed with truffle in a cremy "provolone" cheese sauce. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Eggs, Gluten (Wheat)
Spaghetti allo Scoglio€20.90
Spaghetti pasta with cherry tomatoes, squids, prawns, mussels and clams. Allergens: Sulphites, Fish, Gluten (Wheat), Crustaceans, Molluscs

Meat and Fish Mains

Petto di Pollo alla Crema di Funghi€17.50
Irish chicken breast in a cremy mushrooms sauce served with roasted potatoes. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Sulphites, Gluten (Wheat)
Polpette Pinocchio€18.50
Italian meatballs in a tomato sauce, topped with Parmesan cheese and served with roasted potatoes. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Sulphites, Gluten (Wheat)
Petto di Pollo con Crema di Verdure€18.90
Irish chicken breast in a creamy mix vegetables (celery, carrots, courgettes, peppers and onions) sauce with saffron. Served with roasted potatoes. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Sulphites, Celery
Salsiccia e Patate€18.90
Oven baked Italian sausage with roasted potatoes. Allergens: Sulphites
Filetto di Maiale al Pepe Verde€19.90
Fresh fillet of pork in a creamy green pepper sauce, served with roasted potatoes. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Sulphites
Filetto di Merluzzo con Cozze e Pomodorini€21.50
Fresh fillet of cod, oven baked, in a white wine sauce with mussels and cherry tomatoes. Served with roasted potatoes. Allergens: Sulphites, Fish, Molluscs
Salmone Irlandese alla Crema di Erbe€21.50
Baked Irish fresh salmon in an herbs sauce. Served with roasted potatoes. Allergens:, Fish

Pizza

Marinara€9.90
Tomato sauce, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, oregano
Focaccia€9.50
Focaccia bread with olive oil, salt and oregano. Allergens: Gluten (Wheat)
Margherita€10.90
Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil and extra virgin olive oil. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Gluten (Wheat)
Diavola€13.90
Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, spicy Italian salami and chilli. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Sulphites, Gluten (Wheat)
Napoli€13.90
Tomato sauce, anchovies, capers, olives, garlic, oregano. Allergens: Fish, Gluten (Wheat)
Doc€14.90
Tomato sauce, buffalo mozzarella, fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Gluten (Wheat)
Ortolana€14.90
Mozzarella cheese, peppers, courgettes, aubergines, mushrooms, extra virgin olive oil. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Gluten (Wheat)
Formaggi€14.90
Mozzarella cheese, gorgonzola cheese, provolone cheese, Parmigiano cheese. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Gluten (Wheat)
Mezzaluna€14.90
Half Calzone (tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, ricotta cheese, mushrooms, spicy salami), half Margherita. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Sulphites, Gluten (Wheat)
Cotto e Funghi€14.90
Mozzarella cheese, cooked ham and mushrooms. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Sulphites, Gluten (Wheat)
Calzone€15.90
Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, ricotta cheese, mushrooms, spicy salami. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Sulphites, Gluten (Wheat)
Dolce Vita€15.90
Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, rocket salad, cherry tomato, Parma ham, Parmigiano cheese, extra virgin olive oil. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Sulphites, Gluten (Wheat)
Capricciosa€15.90
Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, Italian ham, artichokes, olives, mushrooms. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Sulphites, Gluten (Wheat)
Contadina€15.90
Mozzarella cheese, cherry tomato, Italian sausages, aubergine, fresh basil. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Sulphites, Gluten (Wheat)
Nduja e Cipolla€15.90
Spicy nduja, onion and a touch of honey. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Sulphites, Gluten (Wheat)
Adelina€15.90
Mozzarella cheese, cooked ham, ricotta cheese, artichokes and scamorza cheese. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Soy, Gluten (Wheat)
Pinocchio€16.90
Mozzarella cheese, spicy salami, roasted peppers, scamorza cheese, fresh basil. Allergens: Dairy (Milk), Sulphites, Gluten (Wheat)

Side Orders

Patate al Forno€5.50
Roasted potatoes
Insalata Mista€5.50
Mixed salad
Patatine Fritte€5.50
French fries. Allergens: Soy
Bruschetta all'Aglio€5.50
Garlic bread. Allergens: Gluten (Wheat)
Verdure Grigliate€6.90
Mixed grilled vegetables

What 15 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

3.9

3.9 based on recent ratings

4Food
4.2Service
3.9Ambience
3.9Value

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TomC
Dublin
5 reviews
vip
1.0
5 reviews
Dined on 30 July 2022
overall1food1service3ambience1
The food in Pinocchio was really really bad. I wondered why there was only 3 other people there on Saturday at 8pm. Now I know. I will not be back.
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RuthD
Dublin
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 22 July 2022
overall2food1service2ambience3
Our first visit . There was a big party in and it was very noisey (which we didnt mind). The staff were nice but the food and wine bad. They have no Pinot G left. They had no starter that my partner wanted left. My started was bad. Won't do back
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LilianG
Cumbria
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 23 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food and service. We really enjoyed the pizza and spaghetti
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CazKel
Dublin
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on 5 June 2022
overall2food4service1ambience3
The food here was lovely however the service was terrible. The servers kept trying to take the food away even though we were not finished. We were a group of 3 and they cleared 2 of our plates while the other was eating. This is a no no and a pet peeve of mine. It makes the person left eating very uncomfortable. There were only 2 other tables occupied in the restaurant so it was quiet and not like they were in a rush to get us out. For all the rushing with taking our plates; when it came to getting the bill, the servers were too busy chatting so I had to leave the table to go up and request the bill. Sadly, I won't be back.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Dublin
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 14 May 2022
overall2food3service3ambience4
The portions weren't proportional. Some got a generous portion, others a small one.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 9 April 2022
overall4food5service5ambience3
Lovely people and great food.
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Mullenbeg
Washington DC
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on 9 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A great spot, nice variety of food which is consistently of a high standard. Service excellent.
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OpenTable Diner
Dublin
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 12 March 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
The hostess was fantastic and the food was amazing
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OpenTable Diner
Cancun
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 11 March 2022
overall3food2service4ambience3
The service was good and food is not good. The carbonara is not really a carbonara at all.
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ShazK
N. Ireland
9 reviews
vip
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on 7 March 2022
overall4food5service5ambience3
Amazing food, good service, but was disappointed no cocktails were served. Overall a great time.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Dublin
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 5 March 2022
overall2food3service2ambience2
Table we were seated at was beside the window . It was so cold we wore our coats throughout the evening . Service was very slow & we contemplated leaving as we were waiting so long for our mains . We will not be back .
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MarkE
Dublin
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on 19 February 2022
overall1food1service2ambience2
Food was quite poor, reheated from frozen (still cold centre). Avoid.
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NicoleC
London
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 14 February 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
Valentine’s Day. Was mad as expected, so place was packed, but good price and food.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Dublin
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on 12 February 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
We enjoyed the food but the starter portions for so big we didn’t get to enjoy the mains as too full.
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Amig
Dublin
13 reviews
vip
2.0
13 reviews
Dined on 11 February 2022
overall2food5service1ambience1
Manager is great, food is good too, but that is not good enough. When your staff has no basic understanding of proper service or the dynamics of a meal such as when to clear the table or bring cutlery if missing, it's a shame. So many amazing places in Dublin, I would not chose this one again till someone will explain the staff (2 of them over many tables) that attentiveness is important and reading your messages or playing with your phone in front of customers, is not the best way to give service.
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The reviews below were submitted before 23 January 2022, when this restaurant changed its chef.
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JamieC
Dublin
2 reviews
vip
2 reviews
Dined on 15 February 2020
overall3food2service4ambience3
Pizza good but rest of the food poor and overpriced.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Hertfordshire
7 reviews
vip
7 reviews
Dined on 8 February 2020
overall1food1service1ambience1
Worst service I have experienced in a very long time - waited almost two hours for food which was wrong - we simply had to leave and go elsewhere for dinner
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Lucy
Dublin
13 reviews
vip
13 reviews
Dined on 1 February 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
Enjoyable meal with pleasant service. My cod special was perfectly done. It was a busy night for all restaurants, so things were a little noisy and slow at times, but this was understandable. Tables are a little bit too close together but the overall experience was very good & we will definitely be back!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
4 reviews
4 reviews
Dined on 10 December 2019
overall3food4service5ambience4
Great restaurant
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JoanB
Dublin
2 reviews
2 reviews
Dined on 15 November 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food, great location and friendly staff. Would recommend for small groups and larger parties
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RichardT
N. Ireland
3 reviews
3 reviews
Dined on 2 November 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great Italian restaurant - lovely food & 1st class service - well worth a visit
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Gregor
Dublin
2 reviews
2 reviews
Dined on 27 October 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sunday night dinner... Lovely place, a touch of Italy close to public transport so easy accessible. Food was absolutely amazing, specially the Parmigiana di Melanzane which I would highly recommend. Staff was very friendly and efficient. Definitely will come back again
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Claire
Dublin
13 reviews
vip
13 reviews
Dined on 18 October 2019
overall4food5service5ambience4
Lovely meal before we went to the Stella . We will be back.
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OpenTable Diner
Dublin
1 review
1 review
Dined on 24 August 2019
overall2food2service2ambience2
Food was not appetizing nor enjoyable. It was disappointing all round really
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JonathanC
Dublin
1 review
vip
1 review
Dined on 23 August 2019
overall1food1service3ambience2
really disappointing meal. The bread was so salty. The prawn started was tasteless, as was the risotto special. worst meal I had in a long time. really surprised with the positive reviews. Thought it was awful. would never return
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OpenTable Diner
Dublin
1 review
1 review
Dined on 18 August 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food was delicious m, very decent price.
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SEANB
Chicago
7 reviews
7 reviews
Dined on 4 August 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Brilliant, food. Service was lovely guy Five of us thoroughly enjoyed Wine good and fair price! Authentic Italian
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Ladycross
London
12 reviews
12 reviews
Dined on 29 June 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Pleasant, friendly service, good food.
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Lemon
Dublin
11 reviews
11 reviews
Dined on 10 May 2019
overall3food5service4ambience3
The food was lovely. I had the arancini and the gnocchi with nduja and my girlfriend had pizza and the soup of the day which was vegetable soup. We both agreed the food was superb. However, it was very expensive. Food of similar quality can be easily gotten for cheaper in most restaurants, even in restaurants within a stones throw from this one. Even the wine was quite pricey. The service was very friendly and helpful, but it was a bit slow. The restaurant was also oddly empty for a Friday evening at 7pm, despite being very well located in Ranelagh, a popular spot for restaurants, and most other restaurants in this area were busy. This made the experience slightly more uncomfortable as we felt like there must be a reason nobody was coming here. At the end, we concluded that it must be because of the poor value. Would be a great restaurant if it was cheaper, as the food was genuinely fantastic.
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Jacqueline333
Dublin
2 reviews
2 reviews
Dined on 4 May 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
I Went for dinner with friends and we definitely loved it the food and customer service. Everything was marvelous.
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ConorL
Dublin
1 review
1 review
Dined on 31 March 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great food and service. A lovely way to spend a Sunday afternoon.
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IreneM
Dublin
3 reviews
3 reviews
Dined on 9 March 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Excellent food, starter & main course were super. Service good, tables a little too close together so difficult to have a private conversation but otherwise no complaints
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KarlB
London
1 review
1 review
Dined on 14 February 2019
overall3food2service3ambience3
Food was flavourless and bland. Forgettable and will not be back.
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OpenTable Diner
Dublin
1 review
1 review
Dined on 4 February 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a lovely, personal restaurant. I booked because I was looking for good food, reasonably priced with a nice, non intrusive, non loud music, relaxed ambiance. It was the 34th anniversary of my father's death - an important date. We were not dissapointed. Pinocchio is staffed with pleasant, authentic and attentive staff, easily located under the Luas tram station in Ranelagh. The overhead trams are irrelevant in the ambiance of this unique restaurant. As it is a small restaurant I encouraged booking. Open Table.ie is excellent. There is on street parking but I recommend public transport so you can enjoy some wine. Excellent food, reasonably priced. Highly recommended.
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OpenTable Diner
Dublin
3 reviews
3 reviews
Dined on 1 February 2019
overall5food4service4ambience4
Excellent food at a very fair price. Service was friendly but efficient. Strongly recommended.
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IvanaZ
Dublin
1 review
1 review
Dined on 21 January 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great restaurant 😊 lovley Food , ambient was nice ,
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Oisin
Dublin
2 reviews
2 reviews
Dined on 23 December 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful authentic Italian food, great service from the staff and no service charge on group bookings.
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SarahM
London
2 reviews
2 reviews
Dined on 20 December 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, in a fabulaous private booth perfect for a small group up to 6. Food was divine and a great selection. wine was great and waitress gave us a good idea of all the wine choices.
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CHJH
Dublin
2 reviews
2 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2018
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great food in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Will be back again.
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OpenTable Diner
Dublin
14 reviews
vip
14 reviews
Dined on 6 December 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely spot, great service
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Pinocchio Restaurant - Ranelagh is rated 3.9 stars by 15 OpenTable diners.

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Luas Kiosk, 1 Ranelagh, Dublin, Co. DUBLIN D06 YT26

Additional information

Area
Ranelagh
Hours of Operation
Mon, Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 1:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 1:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
None
Public Transit
Luas Red Line
Executive Chef
Sebastiano Elicona / Gianluca Verardi
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
http://www.pinocchio.ie/
Phone number
(01) 497 0111

Pinocchio Restaurant - Ranelagh

Not bookable

Additional information

Starters

Bruschetta al Pomodoro Fresco€8.90

Mozzarella alla Caprese€11.50

Arancini di Riso al Ragù€11.90

Insalata all'Italiana€11.90

Antipasto Misto€15.90

Cheese Platter€16.90

Deluxe Antipasto

Pasta Main Courses

Penne all'Arrabbiata€13.50

Vegetarian Carbonara€16.50

Penne Salsiccia e Peperoni€16.90

Spaghetti alla Bolognese€16.90

Spaghetti alla Carbonara€17.50

Penne all'Amatriciana€17.90

Penne Nduja e Cipolla€17.90

Ravioli Ricotta e Spinaci€17.90

Penne Salsiccia, Zucchine e Melanzane€18.50

Lasagna alla Bolognese€18.90

Ravioli al Tartufo Nero e Fondente al Provolone€20.90

Spaghetti allo Scoglio€20.90

Meat and Fish Mains

Petto di Pollo alla Crema di Funghi€17.50

Polpette Pinocchio€18.50

Petto di Pollo con Crema di Verdure€18.90

Salsiccia e Patate€18.90

Filetto di Maiale al Pepe Verde€19.90

Filetto di Merluzzo con Cozze e Pomodorini€21.50

Salmone Irlandese alla Crema di Erbe€21.50

Pizza

Marinara€9.90

Focaccia€9.50

Margherita€10.90

Diavola€13.90

Napoli€13.90

Doc€14.90

Ortolana€14.90

Formaggi€14.90

Mezzaluna€14.90

Cotto e Funghi€14.90

Calzone€15.90

Dolce Vita€15.90

Capricciosa€15.90

Contadina€15.90

Nduja e Cipolla€15.90

Adelina€15.90

Pinocchio€16.90

Side Orders

Patate al Forno€5.50

Insalata Mista€5.50

Patatine Fritte€5.50

Bruschetta all'Aglio€5.50

Verdure Grigliate€6.90

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