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Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Dublin 2

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Updated 05 February 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are great for outdoor dining 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 La Maison restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1108)
€31 to €50
French
South City Centre
About the restaurant
La Maison is an authentic French Bistro in the heart of Dublin. Specialising in classic French dishes using locally sourced and freshly prepared produce. The authenticity of La Maison begins with the artwork, works by Leonetto Cappiello, L’oir Dor, and Diable Vent, all sourced from Paris at Puces market. Doisneau photographs line the stairs offering a touch of romance to this relaxed space. On the second level the dining room is light and airy, with sash windows looking out onto the bustling Castle Market Street.
Top review
Irene
Dined 2 days ago
A very enjoyable lunch today with friends. La Maison is pne of my favourite restaurants . The food service is always reliable . Would highly recommend it.
A photo of Chez Max restaurant
4.7
4.7 (1344)
€31 to €50
French
Dame Street
About the restaurant
Chez Max Palace Street, situated in the heart of Dublin City Centre next to Dublin Castle, invites you to experience its charming French ambience, bistrot, and café. Guests can relax on the front terrace, enjoy the Parisian vintage indoor area, or unwind in the heated back patio.

To reserve a group lunch (for parties of 9 or more) or a group dinner (for parties of 7 or more), bookings cannot be made through this platform. Please email us at chezmaxpalace@gmail.com, and we will provide a form to collect the necessary details.

Reservation timeframes:
**Lunch Seating:** 1 hour 30 minutes
**Dinner Seating:** 1 hour and 45 minutes for reservations at 5pm, and 2 hours for bookings from 6pm onwards.

**Dinner:**
Set dinner of 2 courses: €38.90
Set dinner of 3 courses: €44.90


Top review
William
Dined 1 day ago
Always excellent. One doesn't actually get to France by going to Chez Max, but you're at least half-way there.
A photo of Davy Byrnes restaurant
4.6
4.6 (950)
€30 and under
Irish
Grafton Street
About the restaurant
Dublin's most famous pub, certainly in a literary sense, with its Joycean associations. Always classy and fashionable. It's the original Dublin gastropub at over 100 years old.
Anybody who is familiar with Dublin pub food will be aware of Davy Byrne’s food reputation, in which seafood is the speciality.
If you visit the premises at lunchtime and evening time, you will witness the huge trade which is done in fresh Seafood, Wagyu Burgers and pub classics like Fish & Chips. There is also a full range of Salads and Sandwiches to compliment these and, as often as not, you can enjoy Oysters and Guinness.
The classic Gorgonzola sandwich with a glass of Burgundy as mentioned in Ulysses is available every day.

Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate strollers/buggies indoors at Davy Byrnes but subject to availability, we can at our outside terraced area. We apologize for any inconvenience.


Top review
Chris
Dined 2 days ago
Great quality pints of Guinness and knowledgeable bar staff that knew the different vodka Martin types. Friendly service that delivered as required and simple excellent quality wholesome food
A photo of Old Fashioned Sam’s restaurant
4.6
4.6 (23)
€31 to €50
Irish
Camden Street
About the restaurant
Explore Old Fashioned Sam’s – Dublin’s three-story retreat. Cocktails in the courtyard bar with a retractable roof, a hidden whiskey haven at @samsparlour.ie, and brunch, lunch, and dinner served upstairs. A space crafted for unforgettable moments.
Top review
naseemaVIP
Dined 4 days ago
Barman makes the most well-rounded old fashioned. Food good cpuld be seasoned a bit more . Will be back
A photo of Marco Pierre White Steakhouse & Grill Dawson Street restaurant
4.5
4.5 (840)
€31 to €50
Steakhouse
Dawson Street
About the restaurant
Marco Pierre White’s idea of simple is old school: elegant dishes prepared using the finest ingredients by chefs trained in London by Marco himself. The deceptively simple menu demands every dish earn its place: the choicest cuts of meat, freshest fish, classic sauces. The vibe? Grown up, relaxed, playful. The setting? An opulent room you’ll feel at home in, only better!
Top review
Oriel
Dined 1 day ago
Great food, great wine, excellent service. If they can go above and beyond, they will! Dining room is beautiful and tables are nicely spaced. 10/10
A photo of Drury Buildings restaurant
4.4
4.4 (1409)
€30 and under
Contemporary European
South City Centre
About the restaurant
Drury Buildings is an owner operated award winning Cocktail Bar, Restaurant and Venue in the heart of Dublin city centre.

Above the bar is our lounge and dining room. This cosy and relaxing space set over two floors of the building is perfect if you want to escape the hustle and bustle of town and relax with a great bottle of wine, a cocktail and graze on our small plates and boards.

Our menu is specially crafted to suit the taste buds of all guests while also ensuring that there is enough variety to cater to different dietary requirements.
Our kitchen is a tapas-style cuisine that adds an element of fun and also encourages socializing, with a sharing-style menu.

‘We never stop creating, we never stop evolving’

Top review
Robert
Dined 5 days ago
It was a quiet period during the Ireland vs England Rugby match.
A photo of Taste Food Company restaurant
4.4
4.4 (42)
€31 to €50
Modern European
South William Street
About the restaurant
For bookings more than 4 please fill out the contact form on our website 'https://www.tastecatering.ie/contact/'
If less than 24 hours please call 01-6798475 and we will do our best to accommodate you!

Taste food co. is open for breakfast & lunch 7days & dinner (Wed - Sat till late).

A bustling restaurant in the heart of the city centre a couple of miuntes from Grafton street with excellent outdoor seating and spacious indoor dining on two floors. A friendly welcome awaits your visit.

Top review
Sonia
Dined 5 days ago
Food was amazing and the staff are very friendly. Lovely place to eat would definitely recommend it 🤗
A photo of 777 restaurant
4.3
4.3 (166)
€30 and under
Contemporary Mexican
South City Centre
About the restaurant
777 is based just a 4 minute walk away from Dublin's famous Temple bar. Serving Mexican food and tequila cocktails this restaurant also offers late bites to diners who are enjoying the Mexican tequila until late. The menu offers dishes such as the traditional Taquitos as well as dishes from their wood burning grill. 777 are said to house premium Tequila, which can be enjoyed by diners throughout the week, especially on evenings when Margarita Mondays is running.

We have two areas – ‘Main Dining’ indoors & ‘Afuera’ outdoors. Both operate a walk-in policy for parties up to 5 people. We only accept bookings for groups of 6+

Top review
Teresa
Dined 5 days ago
Fantastic food, chicken and pork cooked to perfection, delicious margaritas also! Staff were really friendly without hovering over you. Great atmosphere.
A photo of Fade Street Social - The Cocktail Bar & Rooftop Terrace restaurant
4.1
4.1 (952)
€30 and under
Cocktail Bar
South City Centre
About the restaurant
Our Cocktail bar & Heated Rooftop terrace is the perfect spot to enjoy exciting cocktails and take in the fantastic views. It's an ideal place to have pre or post-dinner drinks or enjoy late-night drinks with funky tunes.

The outdoor rooftop terrace is a heated area that complements both restaurant downstairs, providing a place for pre or post-dinner drinks, smoking, and late-night drinks with funky tunes. It's a valuable addition to Dublin's outdoor lounging spaces, offering outstanding cocktails and stunning views.

This unique, picturesque, stylish rooftop garden is also perfect for corporate events, launches and private functions.

Top review
Rianne
Dined 5 days ago
Great ambience and so warm with the heated lamps. The pizzas/flatbreads are so good
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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