Best Casual Restaurants in Drumcondra (D9)

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A photo of The Brass Onion Bistro restaurant

1. The Brass Onion Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(215)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bistro • Drumcondra (D9)

Booked 11 times today

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.

A photo of Casa Della Pizza @ McGettigan's restaurant

2. Casa Della Pizza @ McGettigan's

4.0

Excellent(68)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Irish • Whitehall

McGettigan's is located beside area the Bonnington hotels main entrance. It is our mission, here at DXTR to provide excellence in farm-to-fork dining. From the breed of the animal we select, the farmers who supply us with our produce, the high quality of the fresh vegetables to the succulent charcoal flavors captured on our Josper Grill. Every aspect of our food has been the result of a long thought out process to bring the very best to your plate.

3. The Croft

3.5

Very Good(1)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Irish • Drumcondra (D9)

The Croft is located in the Reception area of the Bonnington hotel and is the right place to relax and excite your taste buds. We offer gourmet food prepared by our experienced chef, using the finest quality ingredients. We serve appetizing starters like Seafood Chowder and Irish Smoked Salmon, along with delectable mains such as, Seared Lamb Liver, Striploin Steak or a Traditional Fish and Chips. Our chef makes the most exquisite desserts to satisfy any craving. We also serve gluten-free options. Please inform your server of any allergies.

4. Host

4.9

Exceptional(1780)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Ranelagh

Booked 18 times today

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.

A photo of Boeuf and Frites (Temple Bar) restaurant

5. Boeuf and Frites (Temple Bar)

4.4

Awesome(1347)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Irish • Temple Bar

Booked 125 times today

Welcome to Boeuf and FritesSimplicity Done Well.At Boeuf and Frites we use grass-fed Irish Beef, using only prime cuts of Fillet and Striploin, expertly chargrilled to your preferred temperature.All Chicken is Irish free range, which is chargrilled to perfection, using Boeufs signature seasoning.Bon Appetit

6. Isabelle's

4.3

Awesome(2458)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• International • South City Centre

Booked 59 times today

Located just off Grafton Street, Isabelle’s Restaurant & Bar guarantees delicious food, excellent cocktails & wine and professional, friendly service, every time. Our menu has been prepared with love, simple but packed full of flavour. We feature fresh ingredients, delivered daily by local suppliers, ensuring everything on our menu is fresh and utterly delicious. Whether you’re looking for a place to meet family for a leisurely lunch, a catch up with friends over dinner or to take a cocktail break from shopping, we look forward to welcoming you to Isabelle’s. Isabelle’s is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week, with brunch served every weekend and Bank Holiday Monday.

7. Parrilla Ranelagh

4.5

Awesome(162)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Ranelagh

Booked 36 times today

Embark on a culinary journey like no other at Parrilla, a vision years in the making and a passion brought to life. Nestled in the heart of Dublin, Parrilla is poised to revolutionise the city's food scene with an enticing blend of upscale Mexican cuisine and vibrant ambiance.

8. Café en Seine

4.5

Awesome(2689)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern European • Dawson Street

Booked 37 times today

This is the wonderful Café en Seine, one of Dublin’s most iconic and stunning venues, nestled in the heart of Dublin on Dawson Street. Renowned for its five-star service, Café en Seine offers an extensive food menu which caters for a range of tastes and occasions. Bringing a unique dining experience to Dublin, head chef Stephen Gibson and his team have created a menu that reflects the ever-changing tastes of Irish plates. Think simple, fun dishes, bursting with seasonal flavours, that are great to share while still delivering a high-end food experience in a casual dining atmosphere.

9. Mama Yo

4.4

Awesome(1888)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Camden Street

Booked 43 times today

Mama Yo is located on Camden Street in Dublin 2. The menu, which blends traditional Chinese recipes with a contemporary twist, has been created with sharing in mind, so is perfect for groups and family style dining. With an extensive menu covering dim sum style small plates and an array of mains and sides, come prepared to make some tough choices!The stunning interiors of Mama Yo, featuring two full sized trees in the middle of the dining room with bespoke silk lanterns, create a magical and enchanting effect, adding a layer of far eastern exoticism to your dining experience.The restaurant is also extended with a fully roofed and heated Terrace for Dinning or private hire.Our Roast Duck is subject to availability and must be pre-ordered a minimum of 48 hours prior.To pre-order, please make a note on your booking to experience a truly authentic Chinese speciality.

10. The Butcher Grill

4.9

Exceptional(609)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steak • Ranelagh

Booked 24 times today

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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KathleenVIP
Dublin •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We for the chef’s menu and tried the John Dory for the 1st time. It was divine. Everything on the menu was perfection. The staff are very efficient and friendly. We would highly recommend Host.
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HostPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Ranelagh
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4.9
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Siobhan
Dublin •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great experience, food was delicious loved it we will definitely be back we had a great night, espresso martinis are fantastic also
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Boeuf and Frites (Temple Bar)Price: Moderate• Irish• Temple Bar
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4.4
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Patricia
Dublin •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 2, 2025
Staff were very attentive & pleasent. Nice atmosphere & restaurant. The food was delicious & plentiful. We really enjoyed our night there
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The Brass Onion BistroPrice: Moderate• Bistro• Drumcondra (D9)
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
New York City •1 review
4.0
Dined on Jun 26, 2024
Nice restaurant but menu on website is not what’s served. Didn’t ask how to cook burger and came well done and dry. Seafood Pasta dish was delicious though a little small. Had to search for servers - never came to check on us or ask for drinks or desserts.
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Casa Della Pizza @ McGettigan'sPrice: Expensive• Irish• Whitehall
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