Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in North County Dublin

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Updated 05 October 2026

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Root Restaurant Skerries

4.8

4.8 (66)

€30 and under

Breakfast

Skerries

About the restaurant

Welcome to Root, where we’re about taking your taste buds on an adventure! Try our fantastic Root breakfast (coffee or tea included!), the heartwarming Soup of the Day, and our mouthwatering sambos. Discover our Friday & Saturday night special menus, or taste one of our fine wines. We invite you to come in and enjoy a meal that you won't forget!

Top review

Keeva

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent food with great service and peaceful atmosphere

5Rock

4.7

4.7 (1277)

€31 to €50

Grill

Skerries

About the restaurant

Everything at 5Rock starts with fire. On Skerries harbour, we cook hand selected Irish meats and locally landed seafood in our wood-burning oven and over an open fire grill, local produce is at the centre of our experience.
Pair it with one of our cocktails or something from our carefully chosen wine list, in the dining room or our outdoor area. Our space is defined by our open fire kitchen, with amazing counter seats, a world class bar and an even better view of Skerries harbour.

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Lorraine

Dined 6 days ago

We had a gorgeous Sunday Roast in 5 Rock! Service and Food was fab!

Stoop your head

4.7

4.7 (2070)

€30 and under

Seafood

Skerries

About the restaurant

Stoop Your Head is a family run Skerries Restaurant and Bar located on a small fishing harbour in the coastal town of Skerries County Dublin. We have been serving the finest quality food for over 20 years in the most stunning location along the East coast of Ireland. We have won numerous awards for our fish dishes but also have a wide selection on our menu to suit every pallet.

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BrianGold

Dined 7 days ago

Great food, great service, lovely location , couldn't ask for anything more

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Popular dish

Fish Pie

Popular dish

Homemade Seafood Chowder

King Sitric Seafood Bar

4.7

4.7 (998)

€31 to €50

Seafood

Howth

About the restaurant

King Sitric Seafood Bar is a casual dining seafood restaurant with ample indoor and outdoor seating. We are located on the ground floor of The King Sitric. We also have a heated terrace & 'Beach Huts' located on the pavement.

Through the years The King Sitric has won many accolades and countless awards for its high standards.

Our commitment is to source and serve the best of fish and shellfish that Ireland has to offer. It is our passion and commitment that drove The King Sitric to an international reputation for excellent seafood.

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LizzieGold

Dined 7 days ago

Fantastic seafood chowder! Great stop after the cliff loop

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4.6

4.6 (2494)

€31 to €50

Seafood

Skerries

About the restaurant

Perched right on the edge of the water in the heart of Skerries Harbour, Blue Bar offers a warm, vibrant dining experience with unbeatable sea views. Known for our relaxed atmosphere, friendly service, and fresh, flavourful food.

Our menu features a delicious mix of modern comfort food and seafood classics, perfect for sharing over a drink with friends or enjoying a cosy dinner for two. Whether you’re soaking up the sun on our outdoor terrace or enjoying the buzz inside, you’ll find a true taste of the Skerries at Blue Bar.

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Anthony

Dined on 2 Oct 2026

Excellent as always. We go there regularly. Cannot fault any meal we’ve eaten there.

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Popular dish

Buffalo Wings

Sette Pizzeria & Trattoria

4.6

4.6 (119)

€30 and under

Italian

Malahide

About the restaurant

Sette Pizza is a family-owned and operated business that has been serving up delicious Neapolitan pizzas since 2022. Having now moved to our new bigger premises we have extended our menu to include fare such as Irish corn fed free range chicken, slow cooked on our new Italian rotisserie with seasonings delivered direct from our partner just south of Rome. We also have a range of salad and pasta dishes and Italian made deserts. Our passion for quality ingredients and traditional recipes is what sets us apart. We are constantly striving to expand our menu and provide our customers with the best possible dining experience. Join us and become a part of our story!

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Lisa

Dined on 16 Oct 2026

The food and service were both excellent. Will definitely be back.

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Popular dish

Meat Lovers Pizza

Gourmet Food Parlour - Swords

4.5

4.5 (916)

€30 and under

Comfort Food

Swords

About the restaurant

Located on North Street in the bustling town of Swords, our restaurant is light & bright and our team is warm, friendly & efficient. Whether you are looking for a bite to eat for breakfast, lunch or dinner or somewhere to host a celebratory meal, it’s the perfect spot.

Join us today and enjoy our delicious menus and daily chef specials.

*A discretionary service charge of 10% will be added to the bill for parties of 8 or more.
100% of tips go to our staff.

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Helen

Dined on 25 Sept 2026

Wonderful afternoon made possible by the amazing team at GFP Swords- lunch turned into nearly three hours of a long overdue catch up with friends in the parlour of the restaurant. This spot works well for my hearing impaired friend and all four of us were delighted with the food and outstanding service. Thank you to Caitlin and her team 🎉

Runway 28 Rooftop Bar & Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (543)

€30 and under

European

Cloghran

About the restaurant

Welcome to Runway 28, where incredible food meets awe-inspiring views!

Situated on a rooftop terrace with exclusive front-row seats to Dublin's busiest airport runway, our restaurant is all about giving you a memorable dining experience. Our rooftop oasis combines elegance with comfort, giving you a laid-back and enjoyable experience.

Our chefs have gone above and beyond to create a menu bursting with flavours and using only the finest local sourced ingredients. From mouthwatering bites perfect for sharing with friends to fancy creations that'll make your taste buds sing.

So whether you're celebrating a special occasion, on a romantic date night, or simply in the mood for exceptional cuisine paired with plane spotting, Runway 28 Rooftop Terrace

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Oonagh

Dined 2 days ago

The staff are so nice and very accommodating. Service perfect and the food was delicious. Lovely setting for any occassion.

Little Richards Wood Fired Pizza

4.5

4.5 (367)

€30 and under

Pizzeria

Skerries

About the restaurant

Authentic Wood-Fired Pizza
We use a traditional wood-fired pizza oven (handmade in Italy - shipped to Skerries) to achieve the flavor's that only a woodfire oven can achieve...the result? The perfect crust, a slightly smoky aroma and crispier toppings that taste incredible. It's the authentic Neapolitan way!

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Gemma

Dined 7 days ago

The food was gorgeous! The only negative comment would be the BBQ wings I could take or leave the BBQ sauce it’s very sweet and wouldn’t be my first choice again, the spicy are fab I’ve had them on a different visit. The el Diablo pizza is 10/10 and the sweet potato fries are very tasty. Service is always 10/10 they’re on top of everything

Loya by Rahman

4.3

4.3 (35)

€30 and under

Contemporary Indian

Malahide

About the restaurant

Welcome to Loya!
For bookings of more than 8 guests, please contact us directly.
We look forward to serving you.

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suki

Dined 7 days ago

We had a really great experience here on Saturday night. The food was absolutely delicious with huge portions. We started with the mixed land starter to share followed by butter chicken and the fillet steak. Everything was divine and the value was excellent. We can wait to come back. The service and staff were a pleasure to deal with and the place had the perfect ambience.

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