Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Dublin

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Roe & Co Distillery

4.7

4.7 (272)

€31 to €50

Cocktail Bar

The Liberties

About the restaurant

Roe & Co Distillery is the home of cocktail exploration and modern Irish whiskey. Nestled in the heart of the Liberties new energy surges through the former Guinness Power Station, where fun and flavour come to life.

Enjoy some of the most exciting food Dublin has to offer at the Roe & Co Summer Garden. Expect delicious food, inspired by international cuisines, matched with bespoke Roe & Co cocktails as part of our award-winning Summer dining experiences. Come join us in our cosy, heated, and fully covered Power House Garden

Please drink Roe & Co responsibly, visit drinkaware.ie for more info.

Please note that our venue is strictly over 18's only.

Top review

SiobhanVIP

Dined on Sep 21, 2024

Great service with both the food & drinks, area was nicely covered & heated. Food & drinks were great & also a great atmosphere with music playing

The Lord Mayor's Lounge at The Shelbourne Hotel

4.8

4.8 (1719)

€51 and over

Afternoon Tea

South City Centre

About the restaurant

Ireland's most iconic drawing room looks out on the only garden grand enough to match: the glorious St. Stephen's Green. The Lord Mayor's Lounge is the perfect back drop for a special day in Dublin. A room sparkling with light; it is a welcoming setting for our celebratory theatre of that most civilised ritual: the art of Afternoon Tea.
The elements have remained unchanged over the centuries: a fragrant pot of tea, a succession of sweets and delicate sandwiches, fine china, fresh flowers and delighted laughter. This time is all about enjoying the lovely things in life, an experience designed to be shared and savoured. Time slows down and the art of conversation is revived.

From December 1st, our wonderful Lounge will convert to a casual dining venue from 7.30pm daily, allowing our guests to experience an exquisite food offering in our iconic setting.

Top review

Paul

Dined 1 day ago

My young family and my wife and I had a beautiful experience in The Lord Mayors Lounge at the Shelbourne. Service was very attentive, warm and friendly, particular credit goes to Johanna, who was very friendly to our two young children. There was a slight glitch with your booking, which Imelda, the duty manager, dealt with very well - the kitchen was very accommodating to us also. Overall, a very pleasant experience and looking forward to our next visit already. Strongly recommended

The Brass Onion Bistro

4.5

4.5 (204)

€30 and under

Bistro

Drumcondra (D9)

About the restaurant

Welcome to Brass Onion Bistro.
The newest addition to Dublin 9, Where we cook the freshest ingredients from our local suppliers to the highest standard combined with a friendly service.

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Suzanne

Dined on Dec 21, 2024

Lovely restaurant. Food was delicious and service excellent 😊

1900 Bar & Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (238)

€30 and under

Irish

South City Centre

About the restaurant

1900 serves modern Irish cuisine and which offers a selection of traditional dishes with a modern twist. The restaurant is located on Harcourt street in Dublin's south city centre. All steaks served have been aged for a minimum of 28 days, this could very well be a deciding factor for steaks lovers.

Top review

Patricia

Dined on Dec 21, 2024

Good food, lovely ambience, and exceptionally nice staff.

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4.9

4.9 (1493)

€30 and under

Italian

Stoneybatter

About the restaurant

GRANO combines fresh natural ingredients, farmed using organic and biodynamic techniques, to create a contemporary cuisine that respects the roots and traditions of Italian cooking.

By sourcing our ingredients from small Italian food and wine producers, it is our mission to contribute to the preservation of local food cultures and the revival of ancient cultivation techniques.

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James

Dined on Dec 21, 2024

If you go in December get the tortellini en brodo. But really everything on the menu is amazing.

Vintage Cocktail Club

4.7

4.7 (2914)

€30 and under

Modern European

Temple Bar

About the restaurant

VCC is a unique, multi award winning, exclusive dining and cocktail experience in the heart of Dublin's Temple Bar. Walk through the cobbled stone streets of one of Ireland's most famous multi cultural vintage quarters in search of our secret door, on finding you will be rewarded with being transported back in time, engulfed in crushed velvet and candle light all whilst enjoying some of Ireland's best cocktails & small plates.

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RobertVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Very cool SpeakEasy vibe. Great decor and sensational drinks. Food was very good. Attentive and polite staff. Would definitely go again....

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VCC Vegan Sharing Platter

Antica Venezia

4.8

4.8 (245)

€31 to €50

Italian

Ranelagh

About the restaurant

Antica Venezia was established in 1997 and is still run by its founders. Since then, they have preserved the tradition of excellence in Italian Food and in service with a personal touch. We are located in the attractive and lively village of Ranelagh.

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Vanessa

Dined on Dec 20, 2024

I recently visited this amazing Italian restaurant in Dublin, and I have to say, it’s my favorite so far! The food was absolutely delicious, every dish was bursting with authentic flavors and prepared to perfection. From the appetizers to the desserts, everything was top-notch. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the staff were friendly and attentive.I’ll definitely be coming back.

The Butcher Grill

4.9

4.9 (558)

€31 to €50

Steak

Ranelagh

About the restaurant

The Butcher Grill and Steakhouse is based at the heart of Ranelagh, which is one of Dublin's southern suburbs. Offering a menu filled with finest cuts of meat and fish from the best producers, grilled to perfection on our wood-smoked grill. The intimate atmosphere of our dining room, combined with personal and relaxed service, provides the perfect sitting in which to enjoy them.

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Amie

Dined 4 days ago

The nicest Sunday roast we’ve ever had! Everything was just perfect

Lundy Foot's

4.7

4.7 (71)

€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.

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rachel

Dined 5 days ago

Amazing atmosphere, great music and friendly service.

The Collins Club at The Leinster

4.5

4.5 (28)

€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

Ciara

Dined 5 days ago

Service was slow but food was amazing when it arrived.

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