Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Dublin

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Updated November 05, 2024

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Trocadero

4.8

4.8 (32)

€31 to €50

Contemporary European

South City Centre

About the restaurant

At Trocadero we pride ourselves on being Dublin’s theatre restaurant. We have attracted stars of the stage and screen for nearly sixty years and diners from Dublin and beyond are brought back to St Andrew’s Street time and again by excellent food and a wonderful atmosphere.
Our cooking style is simple and meticulous, and visitors are treated to wonderful fish dishes, excellent steak and lamb, and enticing desserts. Irish suppliers are encouraged and locally sourced food is favoured.
Our warm welcome and relaxed atmosphere — coupled with excellent service and attention to detail — make the Trocadero the perfect choice for all occasions. We are perfect for entertaining corporate guests, gathering with family, or celebrating special occasions with large groups.
We look forward to welcoming you to The Troc.

Top review

Karen

Dined on Nov 15, 2024

10 of us went for dinner on Friday evening to Trocadero. We all throughly enjoyed our meal. Service was fantastic and we all over the cosy buzzy vibe. All of us had a fabulous evening and are looking forward to returning.

The Lord Mayor's Lounge at The Shelbourne Hotel

4.8

4.8 (1688)

€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.

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Victoria

Dined 2 days ago

We had an amazing time celebrating my parent's anniversary and my mom's birthday. One of the highlights was our waitress Camila, she went above and beyond to make us feel welcome, and even explained the menu in Spanish! Thank you for a fantastic afternoon ❤️

The Collins Club at The Leinster

4.7

4.7 (19)

€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

Carolyn

Dined 1 day ago

Fabulous cocktail bar, great atmosphere & super staff

Lundy Foot's

4.7

4.7 (66)

€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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Kilian

Dined on Nov 16, 2024

Amazing live music; one of the best in the city Food; sometimes also one of the best Pubs in Dublin

Vintage Cocktail Club

4.7

4.7 (2874)

€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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Emma

Dined 2 days ago

Cocktails are a rip off. Not every cocktail Is the same measure so don’t serve them as they are but in different glasses with breeze blocks of ice. Cocktails should be different measures. Food, service and surroundings on the other hand was amazing.

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VCC Vegan Sharing Platter

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.

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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 Butcher Grill

4.9

4.9 (537)

€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.

Top review

Martijn

Dined on Nov 8, 2024

Great food and atmosphere! You have to be there and enjoy the experience.

Green Man Wines

4.7

4.7 (15)

€31 to €50

Wine Bar

Rathgar

About the restaurant

Welcome to Green Man Wines!
We are a small, award winning Wine Shop opening our Wine Bar Thursday-Saturday.
There are loads of iconic bottles, hidden gems and easy drinking wines from the ‘old world’ stacked on our shelves, with €10 corkage applied we welcome you to try any of those.
Alongside we offer a variety of plates designed to share, we recommend 2-3 plates per person.
You can choose to sit on our high top tables in the wine shop itself surrounded by bottles of wine in various sizes in a more casual atmosphere in the front for either a full dinner or a casual glass/bottle, or in the back of our restaurant for a cozy dinner out.
Come on in and let our staff guide you towards your next favourite Producer, Region or Grape Varietal!
-Please note that our kitchen closes at 9:30 PM.-

Top review

Ethna

Dined 3 days ago

Great venue for a informal gathering and meet up Lovely neighbour venue

Host

4.9

4.9 (1715)

€31 to €50

Mediterranean

Ranelagh

About the restaurant

We currently take bookings for tables for the next 60 days.

We do not take bookings for larger than 6 people. The largest party on regular seating is 5 people.

Please note all tables of 6 or more will be required to eat off our Chefs Sharing Menu.

Mediterranean small plates, fresh pasta and quality cuts of meat where sharing is encouraged. The menu is concise and constantly changing.

Top review

Kathleen

Dined 1 day ago

A lot of delicious food that we all savoured. The Rib eye steak was divine. Seasoned to perfection and the potatoes and veg were perfect as well. Our waiter was lovely.

Grano Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (1471)

€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.

Top review

Sarah

Dined 3 days ago

Amazing …didn’t disappont after a long wait trying to get a table food was exceptional …will definitely return when i get a chance great date night !!

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