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Diners' Choice: Good for business meals restaurants in Dublin 2

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Updated 05 February 2025

Looking for restaurants that are great for business meals in Dublin 2? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Pearl Brasserie restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1262)
€31 to €50
European
South City Centre
About the restaurant
Located right in Georgian Dublin City Centre. Next door to the famous 5 star Merrion Hotel. Pearl has catered for lovers of fine dining for the past 20 years. French and Asian fusion is the norm. The Pigeon Rossini or Bluefin Tuna Ponzu is still a staple on the menu but it is the €99 -Six course tasting menu that will demonstrate Pearl’s culinary legacy.

We work closely with our dedicated suppliers enabling our team to source the best of ingredients. Culinary ingenuity and skill from the kitchen combined with warm, professional service makes Pearl one of Dublin’s premier fine dining experiences.

Featured in Michelin Guide since first year of opening.
Travelers Choice Award 2021 - Top 10% of restaurants worldwide Tripadvisor
Awarded Chef of the Year 2017 in the Georgina Campbell Awards
Travelers Choice Awards 2020, 2019,2017 - Delighted to be included at No 5

For the past 22 years Pearl Brasserie continues to perform at the top of the game in Dublin.

Bon Appetit!

Top review
Darina
Dined 5 days ago
Incredible meal and service here today,looking forward to coming back again
A photo of The Storyteller restaurant
4.8
4.8 (26)
€30 and under
Irish
Dawson Street
About the restaurant
Modern Irish pub, serving the best in classic pub dishes with live music, fantastic drinks and superb service.
Top review
Laura
Dined on 29 Jan 2025
We came to the Storyteller pub after our wedding at the registry office nearby- everyone (including the kids) had such an amazing time - will remember this place forever, thanks so much for the hospitality
A photo of BANG restaurant & wine bar restaurant
4.7
4.7 (958)
€30 and under
European
South City Centre
About the restaurant
Just off St. Stephens Green - Top 50 Restaurants 2023, Wine Spectator Award of Excellence 2024 , TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2023.
Head Chef, Nathan Greensmith, leads a talented team, using only the finest seasonal ingredients sourced from local suppliers. Featuring a delightful array of options, including steak favorites and fresh seafood - something for everyone to enjoy.
We believe that exceptional service is just as important as great food. Our attentive staff is trained to ensure that every guest feels welcome and valued, providing personalized service that enhances your dining experience.
We also cater to various dietary preferences, including gluten-free and vegan options
For a special event, BANG Restaurant offers three unique and stylish private dining spaces, accommodating up to 50 guests. Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, our dedicated team is here to help you plan and execute an unforgettable experience tailored to your needs

Top review
John
Dined 5 days ago
We have been eating here for around 20years. We have never had a bad meal. Excellent food and terrific service mean that we keep coming back. Definitely a place to come to when you are visiting Dublin.
A photo of Rosa Madre restaurant
4.7
4.7 (1485)
€31 to €50
Italian
Temple Bar
About the restaurant
Rosa Madre is the most authentic Italian restaurant in Dublin. We are located in the heart of Dublin, one of the most exciting and vibrant areas of Dublin with great shops, bars and many five stars hotels.


We specialize in fresh fish, delivered daily by local suppliers and we guarantee to always have the finest quality available. Our seafood cuisine is characterized by the simple quality of the catch. We place our orders during the night, directly from the port where the fish is delivered to ensure we always get the freshest product available.

Top review
Mark
Dined 6 days ago
We really enjoyed our meal here. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. I will definitely recommend this restaurant to my family and friends and I will 100% return.
A photo of Forbes Street by Gareth Mullins restaurant
4.5
4.5 (130)
€31 to €50
Irish
South City Centre
About the restaurant
Executive Head Chef, Gareth Mullins is known for artistically crafting all menu design and food preparation in the hotel’s restaurants and bars. With over 20 years’ experience cooking in five-star hotels in Ireland and Australia, Gareth leads a talented team. His passion for sourcing local Irish produce is found in each recipe he creates. This passion is reflected in Gareth’s Commissioner General of Eurotoques Ireland which consists of 200 of the country’s best-known chefs, producers and educators with an aim to protect our Irish culinary heritage and inspire future generations.


Top review
Tony
Dined 6 days ago
Very good food. My tomato starter was rather bland (needed a dressing - maybe a balsamic glaze or just a vinaigrette dressing?) but the rest of the meal was very good. The pork belly was excellent. Crackling was so tasty. Tiramisu lovely and the mango sorbet delightful.
A photo of The Bar & Restaurant at NYX restaurant
4.5
4.5 (365)
€31 to €50
Irish
South City Centre
About the restaurant
The Bar and Restaurant at NYX Hotel Dublin Christchurch ( Formerly Zampas), Executive Chef Stuart Heeney uses incredible Irish produce from around the Island & recreates the bold & vibrant flavors of Nikkei Cuisine in the heart of Dublin city. Nikkei Cuisine is the influence of Japanese culinary heritage on traditional Peruvian food.
Top review
Giovanni
Dined on 19 Dec 2024
Lovely staff, fast attentive service, very relaxed dining room. The food was very good and fresh.
A photo of Saba - South William Street restaurant
4.4
4.4 (322)
€30 and under
Thai
South City Centre
About the restaurant
Our eatery is located in the heart of Dublin. Saba, South William Street is a buzzing city centre bar & eatery serving Saba’s award-winning food and cocktails with a Thai & Vietnamese flavour.

Our kitchen is open from noon until late Tuesday – Sunday, so whether you fancy a light lunch, dinner with wine, cocktails or weekend brunch, we are the perfect venue. Takeaway is available from all Saba locations

Saba means “happy meeting place” in Thai. We offer traditional Thai and Vietnamese dishes at reasonable prices in a setting described as "colonial meets contemporary".

Saba is renowned for our delicious food, fantastic atmosphere and award winning cocktails that will tantalise your tastebuds. Sanook![Enjoy!]


Top review
Camilla
Dined 5 days ago
Fantastic! One of the best pad Thai I ever had and will back as soon as I can
A photo of Jean-Georges at The Leinster restaurant
4.4
4.4 (133)
€51 and over
French
Merrion Square
About the restaurant
Though Jean-Georges Vongerichten is one of the world’s most famous chefs, his skills extend far beyond the kitchen. A savvy businessman and restaurateur, Jean-Georges is responsible for the operation and success of over 60 restaurants worldwide. Following in his footsteps of his restaurants in London, New York, Paris and Kyoto, Jean-Georges at The Leinster will mark his first foray into Ireland.

Jean-Georges’ culinary vision has redefined industry standards and revolutionized the way we eat. Jean-Georges is involved in every aspect of his restaurants – concept, menu, architectural design, staff selection and trainings – in an ongoing effort to create restaurants that are both timely and enduring. Inspired by his travels, Jean-Georges is constantly developing fresh concepts and evolving as a chef and restaurateur, both adapting to and impacting the global culinary landscape.


Top review
AllisonVIP
Dined 4 days ago
Had a lovely lunch today. Food was amazingly perfect. The staff were pleasant and so helpful. The restaurant has a lovely vibe.
A photo of ALT at Wren Urban Nest restaurant
4.2
4.2 (88)
€31 to €50
Contemporary European
South William Street
About the restaurant
A charming oasis in the middle of Dublin city, ALT at Wren Urban Nest is a haven for sustainable, creative food, handcrafted cocktails and impeccable coffee, all in a dreamily stylish space.

With a casual menu of light bites and heartier dishes, the food in ALT is packed with fresh, vibrant ingredients that are impeccably sourced from a contact list of local, ethical producers. When food is made with passion, you can taste it in every bite. Our South African Head Chef Ronato, is as passionate, talented, and creates expertly crafted dishes that resemble works of art and are positively bursting with flavour.

Top review
Thais
Dined on 5 Jan 2025
We had a lovely time at the brunch, great food and service
A photo of The Unicorn restaurant
3.9
3.9 (34)
€31 to €50
Italian
St Stephen's Green
About the restaurant
The Unicorn is an old popular Italian restaurant in Dublin. After closing a few years ago it has recently re-opened in 2024 under new management. It is located on Merrion Square, just a 10 minute walk from St. Stephen's Green. The Unicorn has been a cornerstone of Dublin's dining scene for decades, and under Kristan Burness's leadership, It will once again shine. The much loved Terrace, famous for long leisurely lunches will bring Merrion Court back to life with vibrant al fresco dining offering guests an unforgettable dining experience in the heart of the city.
Top review
Edwina
Dined on 17 Jan 2025
Was great to Be Back in the Unicorn - a Business lunch !!!Lovely staff and great food.
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