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Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Dublin

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Updated 05 February 2025

Looking for restaurants that have the most vibrant bar scenes in Dublin? 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 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 Lundy Foot's restaurant
4.7
4.7 (72)
€30 and under
Gastro Pub
Dame Street
About the restaurant
Situated in the historic cultural center of Temple Bar, Lundy Foot's is among Dublin's best traditional Irish pub & restaurant.
Top review
Alison
Dined on 3 Jan 2025
Ate in front bar. Great atmosphere, delicious food, friendly attentive staff.
A photo of Boss Stop restaurant
4.6
4.6 (10)
€30 and under
Chinese
Temple Bar
About the restaurant
At Boss stop our goal is to deliver innovative asian fusion cuisine to Dublins busy Georges street. We aim to provide the best quality dishes through fresh locally sourced ingredients prepared by our kitchen team with over 35+ years experience with asian cuisine.



We cater for diets of all kinds! From our finest quality meat cuts, halal chicken, veggie noodle option, we've got something for everyone. Check out our menu here or go to our socials for allergens and other information.



At Boss Stop you cane expect a warm cosy atmosphere managed by a friend dedicated team. Customer service is of the utmost importance to us so if you have any questions or queries feel free to get in contact with us before your arrival and we'll be happy to help!

Top review
JorgeVIP
Dined 3 days ago
It was lovely, specially the duck. I would totally recommend it.
A photo of Yamamori Izakaya Japas & Sake restaurant
4.5
4.5 (306)
€31 to €50
Japanese
South City Centre
About the restaurant
- About Izakaya Japas & Sake -

The laidback ambience of Izakaya Japas & Sake combines the merriment of a pub with Japas (tapas-style small plates) and freshly handmade sushi. The vibrant Victorian-style building is located at the heart of George’s Street. It offers a cultural escape through authentic oriental wall décor, an extensive choice of sake, Japanese liquor and banging cocktails. Seasonal and all-time delicious favourites, such as tempuras, duck pancakes, and Omakase, are bursting with flavours and leave your mouth watering for more. Funky tunes during evenings, a fun atmosphere and charismatic staff will make your visit memorable.

- About Lunch -
Izakaya Japas & Sake bar also offers 'Lunch' on weekends. We are thrilled to launch our exciting new lunch menu, available exclusively on weekends from 1 to 5 p.m.

・Indulge in any 5 Japa’s of your choice for just €45 for 2 people( €22.50 per person)
・Each pitcher serves 4 and is price

Top review
Eoin
Dined 5 days ago
Fab city centre place for a celebration. Lots of tasty food, really friendly staff.
A photo of El Silencio restaurant
4.5
4.5 (318)
€31 to €50
Contemporary Mexican
South City Centre
About the restaurant
Shhhhh El Silencio doesn't exist - we don't have a website or phone number but you can message us on instagram: @el_silencio_fff
Our address is; Find the SECRET DOOR [inside] Pablo Picante Burrito Bar, 4 Clarendon Market, Dublin 2 xx

At El Silencio we specialise in Tacos & Margaritas with a dive-bar ambience. The music is loud and the drinks are strong ¡Andale!

Our tacos use gf corn tortillas from Balam - a Mexican food business set up by Eduardo and his team in Dublin. We have an excellent array of plant-based options too including the Vegan Prison Tray.

Our margaritas (11 different combinations and counting) use only the best 100% agave tequila and mezcal.

We don't mess around with wine/whiskey/vodka/dessert/coffee - just margaritas & tacos cabrones!

Top review
Shelly
Dined on 25 Jan 2025
Creamed sweetcorn was delicious. The food is lovely but it was cold so wear a jumper!!
A photo of The Collins Club at The Leinster restaurant
4.5
4.5 (30)
€31 to €50
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Merrion Square
About the restaurant
Introducing The Collins Club at The Leinster Hotel.
The drinks list is a masterpiece and has been meticulously curated and designed around the finest method and ingredients. From the clinking of martinis to delicious dishes for lunch & dinner, The Collins Club is a vibrant yet sophisticated space that mirrors what you find on the menu.



*Get Ready To Cha Cha Your Way Through . . . . A Champagne Brunch Like No Other

Dublin’s sassiest new brunch, where style meets sparkle, and the Mumm Champagne flows like it’s going out of fashion.

Cha Cha Brunch tickets (€38), includes a glass of Champagne on arrival, a delicious brunch dish from our menu, and a Brunch cocktail to keep the fun rolling—all while dancing to the jazzy, soulful sounds!
Our brunch menu will be available on selected Saturdays from 12noon - 4pm in The Collins Club.


Top review
Colin
Dined on 2 Jan 2025
Booked for five but no table was set. Slow start but it improved as the night went on M Steak and Fish and cheese all very good. Non alcoholic and one wasn’t a hit at all Non alcoholic cocktail was nice. Wines was good Good night all around
A photo of Stella Cocktail Club restaurant
4.4
4.4 (1379)
€31 to €50
Cocktail Bar
Rathmines
About the restaurant
A beautiful art deco Cocktail bar located on the mezzanine level of Stella Rathmines. Once a bustling ballroom in the 1920s, it’s kept all of its old-world charms. The bar serves a full drinks menu that includes delectable, expertly made cocktails and a food menu of delicious lite bites and cinema favourites 7 days a week.

The cocktail menu plays off the classics, but with a modern twist. On occasion, taking inspiration from the blockbuster movies shown in our auditorium.

Whether you want to sip a cocktail and enjoy a bite-to-eat before or after the movie or visit the Stella Cocktail Club as your sole destination, we have all the ingredients for a truly special experience.

Please note the Stella Cocktail Club exercises an over 21's policy.

Top review
Phillip
Dined 5 days ago
Cocktails and service was fantastic. Great staff in a lovely ambience. Food was disappointing. Pasta was cool and sauce was not that good. More creative menu would be nice.
A photo of Roberta's restaurant
4.3
4.3 (2116)
€30 and under
International
Temple Bar
About the restaurant


Roberta’s is an award-winning glasshouse restaurant and bar located in the heart of Temple Bar. Our restaurant is perfect for a variety of dining occasions; we can host birthday celebrations, hen parties, graduations, a relaxed catch up with friends, intimate date nights, after-work drinks, lazy weekend brunches, group dining and much more. Our restaurant and bar is located on Essex Street East in Temple Bar, right in the heart of the action. With unbeatable views of the Liffey to one side and the gorgeous cobbled streets of Temple Bar on the other, Roberta’s is the perfect spot to kick off your night on the town. We are open for dinner, drinks and wood-fired pizzas seven days a week from 5pm with brunch served every Saturday and Sunday morning from 11am.

Top review
Hasan
Dined today
It is a very nice restaurant by Dublin standards, the design and lighting are excellent, the location is spacious and high because it is on the roof floor, the staff are interested, the smoking area is warm and clean, there was not much noise, I was there around 6:00 pm, I was only worried about whether the food was satisfying or not, I would expect to see more food varieties.
A photo of Alfies restaurant
4.2
4.2 (527)
€30 and under
International
South William Street
About the restaurant
Located in Dublin’s Cultural Quarter, for over 15 years, Alfies has been serving food from our international style menu, using only the highest quality ingredients, complimented by creative and classic cocktails which will tantalize your taste buds.

Enjoy the atmosphere and ambience of our relaxed dining area and as the evening takes off, join us in our cocktail bar where chic meats contemporary.

ENTERTAINMENT:

Our residents DJ’s play the latest hits and all your favourite classics all weekend.

Neat dress essential
No sportswear

Top review
Michelle
Dined on 28 Jan 2025
The menu was great value and food very good. €6 cocktails made the evening even better. The service was excellent. Will definitely be going back.
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
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