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The Gibson Hotel, Dublin, Dublin

The Gibson Hotel

3.8
3.8
183 reviews
€31 to €50
Contemporary European
The Gibson Hotel right beside Dublin's 3arena. Overlooking Point Square, this is an unbeatable dining spot to soak up the concert buzz. Short stroll to Aviva Stadium and super convenient to Croke Park too.

Hemidemisemiquaver bar serves cocktails and delicious informal dishes 7 nights a week.

Coda Eatery is a stylish yet informal spot, Home to First Dates Ireland. Coda aptly takes it's name from Led Zeppelin’s final studio album, and like its namesake is pretty legendary too!
Coda Eatery open dates are subject to demand, for more information please contact the hotel on 01 681 5000.
Coda Eatery is available for private bookings and large functions too.

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2 people

19:00


Booked 8 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    €31 to €50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary European, European, Modern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (01) 681 5000
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Igor Cikarev

What 183 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

3.8
3.8 based on recent ratings
  • 3.8Food
  • 3.9Service
  • 3.8Ambience
  • 3.5Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Dublin 1

    Good for groups

  • Dublin 1

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Dublin 1

    Hot spot

  • Dublin 1

    Great for fine wines

  • Dublin 1

    Lively

183 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was good, restaurant was comfortable. Food tasted very good but it was served warm only not hot. My friends did not have the same complaint they enjoyed theirs & it was served hot.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service in Coda restaurant, lovely food & wine - would highly recommend

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  3. RebAnne

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    We went for a pre concert meal in the Gibson on Sunday night. We were so disappointed from start to finish unfortunately. The security on the door firstly was very rude and I essentially told us that we couldn’t get in until we told him we had a booking that I had made ages ago. Service was very slow, the food was overpriced for what we got and we felt very rushed even though it took over twenty minutes to take our orders. I was so disappointed that we had paid so much to get such poor service. We would travel elsewhere in future which is a shame because it is so convenient for the 3Arena.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Disappointing we chose the venue due to its proximity to the 3 arena but were very underwhelmed…… the food was okay but the maitre d was very rude and the wait staff were only alright nothing memorable

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  5. LindaK

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Disappointed one of the desserts was no longer available but still on the menu. Otherwise a lovely experience

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  6. CarmenM

    Dublin

    17 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    A very busy night as there was a gig on in the 3 Arena. Overall it is an easy meal, though some improvements to be made on the food choice.

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  7. Lbos

    Dublin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 November 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was excellent and very friendly helpful staff. Burgers were a little overdone and chips tasted like reheats. We didn’t send them back as we were stuck for time going to a gig in 3arena. Breakfast was excellent with a good choice.

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  8. MichaelT

    Dublin

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 November 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Pretty awful. Food was really poor, expected much better. Quite a run down restaurant, decor very dated.

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  9. ClaireL

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 November 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pleasant and polite staff, everyone at the table enjoyed their meal and the drinks were fab

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  10. Chester85

    Dublin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 November 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was good I had the burger couldn't fault it to be fair. Bit pricey though, 24 euro but chips really nice. Had a cocktail which was 14.

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  11. LiamB

    Dublin

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Soup starter was tepid main course chicken was reheated and vegetables were cold, apple pie was straight from a fridge and cold, little or no atmosphere and the music didn't suit a restaurant, definitely wouldn't go back

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  12. MillyC

    Dublin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was excellent and food was beautifully presented and really delicious

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  13. CarolineC123

    Dublin

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Not overly impressed. Average food that came out very quick no time to relax and enjoy. Wouldn’t rush back

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  14. claudine

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Atmosphere was a bit disappointing, the food was ok, but nothing special and not really worth the price.

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  15. LiamR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 November 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing food. Especially the starters. I will recommend to friends and family

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  16. HazelBaker

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was lovely and service was excellent, we enjoyed our evening

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  17. EliseM

    Liverpool

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 4 November 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely experience dining at the Gibson before a gig at the three arena. Service was a little slow to start but a very busy evening, great atmosphere and buzz around the place and wait staff very friendly. Food was delicious and very reasonably priced. Ideal location for the three arena, would definitely go back!

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  18. TonyG

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 November 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Table we were sitting at was not very comfortable. Table was quite low compared to the seats plus the seats were not one bit comfortable they were chairs from you conference room . Food wasn't the hottest and wrong wine was brought down to my wife

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  19. damienr

    Dublin

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 November 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Dealt with 4 different members of staff so there's no one specifically looking after your table. When your food comes half the plate is empty and no one's checking in with you after you start eating. On the other hand, it's so handy for the 3 arena gigs.

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  20. JoyceW

    Dublin

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Good food, but very slow service on a concert night.

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  21. MandyK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 November 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was so friendly and attentive. Our food was amazing and tasty. The atmosphere was great and we will definitely be back Regards Mandy

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  22. NoelleM

    Connacht

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I was with my sister but going through chemo and they didn't have a dressing for the salad that wouldn't upset my stomach. So please look at this please. It great place and lovely atmosphere but they should be able to accommodate dietary requirements

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  23. AshlingO

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 November 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely food and atmosphere. Friendly staff. Highly recommend.

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  24. Mimi

    N. Ireland

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the burger and chips and the pasta, both were very good and definitely recommended to anyone! Staff were very friendly and helpful.

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  25. MartinaT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 November 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great evening before a show in the 3 Arena. Super service even though most of our party was delayed in traffic and they could have used our table for other diners. Food choice was reasonable and the mains we ordered (Chicken and Burger) were super tasty.

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  26. ThomasC

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 November 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Very disappointed with the quality of food.. Very expensive

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  27. catherinaW

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 November 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was average and not worth the money. Felt rushed in and out. Won’t go back again. Thought the review s before eating there were just hard to please people but they were right. Was a let down.

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  28. TrishC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 November 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful hotel, fantastic food and so handy when your attending a concert at the 3 arena.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 November 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I booked to eat here before Michael McIntyre with my partner and mother in law. My partner ordered the goats cheese salad and having tasted it I had to agree that for 12 euro it was extremely overpriced. This restaurant was packed and is extremely handy for the 3Arena which suited my mother in law but I wouldn’t be in a rush back and felt it was overpriced. A burger and small portion of Chips with no side or salad was 22 euro.

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  30. RichardM

    Dorset

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 October 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Restaurant was booked out for a Private Function !! Why were we allowed to book a table for a special occasion ?? Very disappointed

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 October 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    I arrived at 7 and did not get a drink or food till 7:45. After I voiced my concern with the delay of service, I was not given the respect of a patron in the restaurant. I had to go up to the hostess desk to pay.

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  32. LynseyF

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 October 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Really enjoyed our food and drinks . Only down side was it was a bit cold as we were beside a door but really enjoyed it overall..staff are lovely

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  33. PaulR

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 October 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    I booked what I thought was the First Dates Restaurant as that was what was listed on website. Only to end up in a Bar area and no proper restaurant format. Fine print was underneath booking option so I didn't see that the restaurant booked only opens on certain nights. Menu was cheaper but not the same with less options. Table not even set up. Had been there for special occasion. Will not recommend or return, which is shame as this venue should be clearer with what they are supplying and when.

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  34. KarenD

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 21 October 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Not a great selection on the menu, food portion was small for the price snd wasn’t overly hot, chunky fries were almost burnt and cooked in dirty oil

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  35. MichelleH

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 October 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is very basic & expensive. A serious let down to the hotel.

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  36. Nicola

    Munster

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 October 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great location, fab food. Definitely will be back

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  37. KevinD

    Dublin

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 October 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Service wasn’t great, being told here is your bill when you haven’t received your desert or drinks you have ordered. Starter plates left on the table and not taken away when having the mains. Food not worth the price whatsoever. Underwhelming experience all round

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 October 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Poor choices on menu (turns out we looked at the bar menu before booking which loads around us also seemed to do) got the burger, wasn’t great! Filled a hole before the concert but won’t be rushing back

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  39. PaulM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 October 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent. We loved our meal even if we would have liked a bigger selection. We found it funny that the menu for drinks/cocktails was really big but the dinner menu could fit on a single page :-) The restaurant is located across the road from 3Arena and from the parking lot, so it was very convenient. Overall, we are strongly recommending the Gibson Restaurant! Thank you!

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  40. TeresaL

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 October 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing fantastic choice. Wonderful atmosphere.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available

FAQs

The Gibson Hotel is rated 3.8 stars by 183 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

19:00


Booked 8 times today
Google Map for The Gibson Hotel

The Gibson Hotel, Point Square, North Dock, Dublin, Dublin D01 X2P2

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Euro Car Park Onsite must be pre booked via ticketmaster on concert nights
  • Area
    International Financial Services Centre (IFSC)
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    €31 to €50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary European, European, Modern European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual
  • Parking Details
    Public Lot
  • Public Transit
    Point Square Luas Stop 10 metres
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Igor Cikarev
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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