Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Dublin 4

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Updated 05 May 2025

Looking for the best special occasion restaurants in Dublin 4? 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!

Bloom Brasserie

4.8

4.8 (36)

€51 and over

Irish

Ballsbridge

About the restaurant

Bloom Brasserie & Wine Bar is owner-operated by two Dublin brothers who are fully committed to delivering a fantastic dining experience for all their guests.
Pól, at the helm in the kitchen, with over 25 years of experience, both nationally and internationally believes in creating the finest of dishes using locally sourced ingredients and preparing them simply.
Páraic and his team will greet you on your arrival at Bloom and his unique, sincere style of service will leave you with a strong desire to return.
Bloom Brasserie & Wine Bar is a modern, fresh, tastefully designed restaurant on Dublin's Baggot Street - right on the border of the very trendy (and desirable) Dublin 4 district and the Central Business District of Dublin 2 seconds from the Grand Canal bridge.
Bloom caters for those looking for high quality food and wine in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
Bloom Brasserie, 11 Upper Baggot Street, Dublin 4

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Darren

Dined on 9 May 2025

Friendly welcome, knowledgeable staff, great food and lovely ambiance!

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Experience

Steak Tuesday

Yoi Izakaya

4.8

4.8 (235)

€30 and under

Izakaya

Ballsbridge

About the restaurant

Izakaya (居酒屋) is, a Japanese casual drinking establishment, similar to tapas bars.

In Yoi Izakaya, we provide a spacious and cozy space for friends and family to enjoy our variety of classic Japanese cuisine and our signature dishes: Ramen, Sushi, Yaki soba...

We offer a function room for any special occasion
please ring 01-5981799 or email yoimespil@gmail.com for more information.

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Kathleen o Callaghan

Dined on 9 May 2025

Lovely food and super service . Great value too,

Juniors Deli & Cafe

4.8

4.8 (48)

€31 to €50

Contemporary European

Beggar's Bush

About the restaurant

In 2008, two brothers, Barry and Paul, decided to realise their passion for real food & good service. Taking inspiration from the delis of New York and Italian cafes, Juniors was born – a cosy, welcoming and fun restaurant located in Dublin 4.

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DAVID

Dined on 4 May 2025

Amazing as always, food, service and atmosphere just brilliant

Marco Pierre White Courtyard Bar & Grill

4.7

4.7 (307)

€31 to €50

Steakhouse

Donnybrook

About the restaurant

Tucked in behind a vine gate on Donnybrook's Belmont Avenue, Courtyard Bar & Grill is close to Aviva Stadium, The RDS as well as The Intercontinental Hotel, Herbert Park Hotel and The Clayton.
Whether it's Marco Pierre White Courtyard Bar & Grill in Donnybrook or Marco Pierre White Steakhouse, Dawson St the alliance of the family-run Irish restaurant dynasty Fitzers with chef restaurateur Marco Pierre White raised the bar for stylish dining-out in Dublin. You can depend on Marco and Fitzers to deliver a standard that is anything but standard. Expect your expectations to be exceeded. Also come and join us on Saturday nights for Live Music with our in-house piano man to add to your dining experience. We also host Corkage Thursdays when you can bring your own bottle of wine for just €15 per bottle.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on 9 May 2025

Steak was tiny and definitely not good value. I’ve eaten better steaks for less. I’d probably cook it better myself actually. Staff were very friendly but wouldn’t go back again.

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Popular dish

Steak Frites

mae

4.7

4.7 (20)

€51 and over

Modern European

Ballsbridge

About the restaurant

Opened in August 2021 in Ballsbridge, Mae Restaurant focuses on Modern Irish Cuisine and Considered Wines, owned and operated by multi-award winning chef Grainne O'Keefe. Mae has been included in the Michelin Guide since 2022.

"This cosy first-floor restaurant is hidden above the French Paradox wine shop, which not only gives it an appealingly secretive feel but also makes opting for one of the interesting wine pairings a wise move. The tasting menu begins with delicate snacks and fine daily-made sourdough, before offering a choice of main course and dessert. In game season, you'd be foolish to miss the exquisitely cooked sika deer and the tarte Tatin is Chef-Owner Gráinne's crowd-pleasing signature. The chefs show not just skill but generosity, so you'll leave feeling full and satisfied." - Michelin, 2024

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Aidan

Dined on 3 May 2025

Superb food cooked to perfection. Wonderful ambiance and great wine selection.

Oxhorn Grill

4.7

4.7 (218)

€31 to €50

Steakhouse

Baggot Street Upper

About the restaurant

Welcome to Oxhorn Grill, Dublin's new steakhouse, where exceptional dining awaits.

Elevate your dining experience with Oxhorn Grill. From succulent steaks to exquisite ambiance, we've got it all. Indulge in our handcrafted cocktails and curated wine selection, a perfect complement to your dining experience. Book your table online today and savor the flavors of excellence. Unforgettable moments await!

Strictly Smart Casual Dress Code.
Walk ins available subject to availability.
For large group bookings or to view our set menus please email us at info@oxhorngrill.ie

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James

Dined 1 day ago

Really nice experience. Jem was our server and couldn’t have been nicer or more accommodating. Great food and good value. Highly recommend.

Angelina's

4.5

4.5 (2737)

€31 to €50

Contemporary Italian

Baggot Street Upper

About the restaurant

We promise beautiful food, made with the very best local and international produce. Our dishes are created with the bold, sun-filled flavours of Italy. We serve up in a laid back and informal vibe every day of the week, from lunch and brunch through dinner, so stop by with family and friends and enjoy a great meal, in great company.

Angelina’s: great food, honestly prepared, simply served.

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Terri

Dined 2 days ago

Beautiful summer breeze on the terrace, gorgeous wine & food. Warm welcome from Mary, and our server Agi was outstanding 👏 Food was delicious, ambiance very cool.

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4.5

4.5 (323)

€30 and under

Asian

Leeson Street (D4)

About the restaurant

We cannot wait to welcome you to Indo-Chine, as our bar is temporarily closed, we are pleased to offer a corkage option for our customers. A corkage fee of €9 applies for bringing your own bottle of wine, and €5 per person for beer. Please note that your dining experience is limited to a 2-hour sitting. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to hosting you!

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Anthony

Dined on 12 Apr 2025

Food was excellent. We received a call beforehand to confirm that the restaurant was BYOB. But we knew beforehand, so OK there. The restaurant was small and a little cramped. But got a nice table at the window. Overall we had a good experience, and would recommend it to anyone.

Roly's Bistro

4.4

4.4 (1373)

€31 to €50

Seafood

Ballsbridge

About the restaurant

Roly's Bistro first opened its doors in 1992 and has served traditional European cuisine ever since. Lunch is served in the Bistro on Wednesday to Sunday with Monday and Tuesday lunch being served in The Terrace Restaurant. Dinner is served in the Bistro seven evenings a week. The menu caters for most palates with a Goat's cheese and vegetable tart and a selection of meat dishes from Roly's butcher block, such as sirloin steak and rib of prime Irish steak. Roly's Bistro is famous for it's fresh Dublin Bay Prawns Scampi & Chips, Fresh Dublin Bay Prawns with Garlic, Chilli & Ginger Butter and Dublin Bay Prawn Cocktail.

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LizVIP

Dined on 4 May 2025

Great place for lunch with friends, friendly staff and delicious food

The Lobby Lounge & The Reading Room

4.0

4 (222)

€31 to €50

Irish

Ballsbridge

About the restaurant

The heart of the hotel and effortless in style, The Lobby Lounge is the perfect venue for All-Day Dining and Afternoon Tea to reconnect with friends and family. Newly refurbished, enjoy understated elegance with a stylish atmosphere with the most luxurious surroundings flooded with natural daylight from our Terrace Gardens.

Enjoy our All day dining Lobby Lounge Menu with signature sandwiches, healthy salads or some of your favourite comfort dishes. Our Express Lunch dining option is perfect for a quick bite Monday to Friday.

Catch up with friends or family, sip a chilled glass of Champagne or sample your favourite cocktail made by our Mixologists and watch the world go by in laidback five-star luxury. Every Friday and Saturday evening from 7pm to 9pm enjoy our resident Pianist while you unwind into the weekend.

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Joyce

Dined on 22 Feb 2025

Outstanding, attentive, 5-Star service in a beautiful setting, with delicious food.

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Experience

Dinner Set menu 2/3 course - from €60/€65

Experience

Father's Day Tuscan Style BBQ from €75

Experience

Afternoon Tea

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