Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Dublin 1

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Updated 05 March 2025

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The Legal Eagle

4.8

4.8 (492)

€30 and under

Irish

North City Centre

About the restaurant

When we took over The Legal Eagle, we inherited some of the glorious features, and the building really spoke to us of old-fashioned pub-grub. We looked to the old traditions of pickles, roasts, meaty joints & braises and knew we should honour our traditional lexicon of producers where possible and also allow our guests to enjoy a lighter style of dining.

We make our own crisps, croqueta, our own Scotch eggs (they're really delish), and supporting our burgeoning salumi and farmhouse cheese industry with platters of cold cuts. We are smoking our own spuds and have a local vegetable grower growing to our needs !

We are crazy about beer, whiskey and gin but wine is where we started and it remains a driving force for us. We have a stellar cocktail and wine list written with love and care

We have an ever so slightly more formal dining room upstairs, which is also great for events, weddings, private parties and get-togethers and hugely popular with industry folk. Can't wait to see all!

Top review

Jamie

Dined 1 day ago

Great food, service and atmosphere! Would love to go back!

Bar Italia - Dublin

4.8

4.8 (1941)

€30 and under

Italian

North City Centre

About the restaurant

Bar Italia is the perfect place to enjoy flavours of Italy while taking in the beauty of Dublin city. Serving fresh pasta, farm to fork steak, fresh fish and pinsa Romana a unique to Ireland 72 hours fermentation dough. Traditional dish feature in our menu along with intriguing modern specials using only the best of the Irish and Italian produce. Come inside and enjoy authentic dishes and genuine welcoming Italian service. we pride our selves with the best Italian wine list in Dublin with over 350 wines which 40 by the glass. Bar Italia the must-visit Italian restaurant in Dublin city. We look forward to welcoming you very soon!

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Michael

Dined 1 day ago

Great food, great friendly service and great value.

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Strozzapreti al Cacio e Pepe

The Winding Stair

4.7

4.7 (2471)

€31 to €50

Irish

North City Centre

About the restaurant

The Winding Stair Bookshop & Café became a famous Dublin landmark in the 1970s and 1980s. Named after the Yeats poem and in honour of its winding staircase, it is overlooking the river Liffey, with an iconic view of the Ha'penny bridge. As a popular meeting place for writers, musicians and artists, it was a well known hub for debate and creativity with many poems written, novels penned and movies shot within its walls. In 2006, Elaine Murphy brought this much-loved spot back to life as a restaurant, championing seasonal, Irish produce. The bookshop, located on the ground floor, was retained, as were many of the old bookshelves, photos and memories. The room retains its timeless charm with stripped wood tables and floors, and Bentwood café chairs.The view remains as quintessentially Dublin as ever.
The food is good, old-fashioned home cooking, with produce sourced from artisans within the island. Drink sare local and international craft beers & wines from stellar producers.

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JeremyS

Dined 2 days ago

Amazing food, great vibe, excellent service and wine recommendations.

Bovinity

4.7

4.7 (998)

€31 to €50

Steakhouse

Capel Street

About the restaurant

Bovinity; no white tablecloths, no pretension, just fresh, locally sourced food and drinks.

Breaking free from tradition and carving out a space where authenticity reigns and the experience is as real as the flavours on your plate. The menu includes a curated selection of cuts that speak for themselves. Irish, dry-aged beef, the kind of rich, indulgent flavours that demand attention. The cocktails are unique, modern, and made with natural ingredients . The wine list, carefully selected and chosen to compliment every moment.

This is the kind of place where everything is shared—from the steak to those dangerously addictive sides—because, let's face it, that’s what food is all about. Good company, compliments great food. And the vibe? Laid-back, gritty, with a soundtrack that’s as real as it gets. This is Irish hospitality at its finest—warm, buzzing, no-frills, and full of heart.

**Tables of 6+ will be offered a selection of two set menus. Email info@bovinity.ie for info**

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Gary

Dined 5 days ago

Delicious food and top class service, we will definitely be back

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4.6

4.6 (2590)

€31 to €50

Steakhouse

North Wall

About the restaurant

Located on the sixth floor of The Mayson Hotel is Ryleigh’s Rooftop Restaurant, with outdoor terrace. Take in the panoramic vista of the Dublin Mountains, the River Liffey, the city centre and even as far as Dun Laoghaire on a clear day! Comfy leather clad booths line the windows. An open kitchen and grill adds a sense of theatre to the room. Floor to ceiling windows make the most of the views and the only walls in the room are clad in beautiful veined marble. Ryleigh’s serves breakfast, lunch, Brunch (Saturdays, Sundays and Bank holidays) and dinner. Ideal spot to grab a bite with family and friends. The dinner menu features tasty options such as Sizzling Prawns and Beef Tartare to start. A selection of Irish steaks for main (Striploin, Delmonico, Centre Cut Fillet, Tomahawk Ribeye for two, and John Stone's T-Bone for two) cooked over our charcoal grill, Pan-Seared Monkfish and delicious desserts such as Raspberry & white chocolate cheesecake and Sticky Toffee Pudding.

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Matthew

Dined on 14 Mar 2025

We had an amazing time at Ryleigh's, the steak was cooked to perfection and our dessert was delicious. Would we come again....YES

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Urban Brewing Bar & Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (422)

€30 and under

Contemporary European

International Financial Services Centre (IFSC)

About the restaurant

We offer a fresh and inventive twist to traditional Irish fare, bringing together flavours from our travels around the world and local seasonal ingredients to create food you’ll fall in love with. Our dishes are influenced by our journeys around the world, childhood memories and seasonal changes. They are crafted using locally sourced ingredients of the highest quality, with a lot of care, and respect, for the environment that sustains us and the suppliers that share our hands-on approach.

This is where the old and favourite flavours meet contemporary, Irish ingredients, in a smart casual restaurant suited to intimate small tables, social gatherings or larger groups, with a capacity of up to 275 people. The layout each separated by centenary brick, makes for an unrivalled atmosphere and cosy setting. Serving both lunch and dinner and group and tasting menus, it is a destination not to be missed, whether entertaining clients or celebrating family occasions.

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RobVIP

Dined on 13 Mar 2025

Excellent Irish tapas menu. Good variety of items. Some truly delicious choices (Pork Belly!).

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Experience

Craft Beer & Tapas Pairing

Wallace's Taverna

4.5

4.5 (480)

€30 and under

Italian

North City Centre

About the restaurant

Welcome to Wallace Taverna, Dublin's Italian gem since 2004, where Executive Chef Domenico Santo curates an unforgettable culinary experience. Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of Italy with our authentic Neapolitan pizzas, expertly crafted in a traditional stone oven.

As passionate wine importers, we offer a carefully selected collection to complement your dining journey. Our commitment to Italian authenticity extends to our staff, with 90% hailing from Italy, ensuring a warm and welcoming atmosphere that mirrors the heart of Italian hospitality.

For those seeking a special setting, our upstairs floor provides panoramic views of the River Liffey, making it the ideal spot for intimate gatherings or celebrations. Join us at Wallace Taverna and let the essence of Italy come alive in every bite, sip, and moment shared.

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David

Dined 5 days ago

Nice place, food was fine, staff were friendly. Glass of wine was generous.

MV Cill Airne Boat Bar and Restaurant

4.4

4.4 (499)

€30 and under

European

North Wall

About the restaurant

*Please note the MV Cill Airne is a Strictly Over 18's Venue.

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.

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Janice

Dined on 13 Mar 2025

Fun experience with great views and lovely food. Attentive service

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3.9

3.9 (475)

€31 to €50

Contemporary European

O'Connell Street

About the restaurant

Restaurant 6 is the perfect setting for a relaxed dining experience, with a warm atmosphere and contemporary in style. Restaurant 6 boasts a charming old world setting, illuminating a true Georgian Dublin experience. Expect to indulge in some of Dublin's most intriguing dining dishes. 6 is a popular choice for both locals and tourists visiting the capital city. Situated in the heart of Dublin's Theatre-land, directly across from the world famous Gate Theatre, 6 is an ideal choice for a Pre-Theatre curtain raiser treat. Why not treat yourself to pre-drinks in Groome's Bar at Cassidys Hotel right next door.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on 13 Mar 2025

Lovely friendly service. Pleasant ambience and nice decor. Pre theatre menu is good value and restaurant is ideal for attending the Gate theatre.

Coda Eatery at the Gibson Hotel

3.8

3.8 (310)

€31 to €50

Contemporary European

International Financial Services Centre (IFSC)

About the restaurant

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 days 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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John

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent stop off for a meal prior to concert. No problem getting a booking, service was first class.

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