The decor isn't much of interest and the waiting staff with the CIA ear pieces take a bit of getting used to, but the food was so stand out good that this has to get the five stars. Flavours abound, distinctive and rich, and every aspect feels perfectly judged. It's not showy but it is complex and every one of our party of six, which had fish, meat and veggie options, was more than satisfied. I wanted to meet the chef and thank him - it felt like there was that rare combination of care and creative spark - so I'll say my thank you here, and hope it's as good next time we return. read more

We went for the 8 course tasting menu (it was a birthday gift). Such a treat! The food was pretty good. I loved more dishes than others, especially the hake and halibut and then the main beef dish. But neither of the cheese plates were really appealing. Shame. Because I do love my goat's cheese. We also got the wine to match the different plates. Quite expensive, which brought the bill to quite a surprising amount, but matched each of the dishes very well. The staff were very good, pleasant and seem to know their stuff. I'd love to go back again, and may do so (as I have my YELP free glass of prosecco) read more

Bang Cafe restaurant is one of my favourite restaurants in Dublin city. Bang Cafe does lunch and dinner menu's and has a superb drinks menu, which includes cocktails, wines, beers and hot drinks. The cafe looks very cosmopolitan inside and the atmosphere in there is always buzzing. The first floor is where you dine and the basment is where the bar is. The cocktail menu is divided into three lists, shots, apperitifs and sweeteners. I like the Beam me up scottie, which is kahlua, baileys, milk and creme de banane. The service in Bang cafe is excellent, staff is very friendly too. read more

Bang is a trendy restaurant in a great area of Dublin.  I had a very satisfying meal here with business associates, but it would be great for a date.  Reservations are a must, but worth it if you have to wait.  The food all was unique.  My favorite was the Duck.   It is a little spendy, but average costs for a high end restaurant. read more

BANG Restaurant & Bar - Asperigus and crab dumpling soup - Irish Near Me - Dublin, D

A wonderful meal for our final night in Ireland. The menu consists of local Irish ingredients excellently prepared in creative ways. The atmosphere is chic-casual, but in a way that my 75-year old parents were not put off. Service was very good, with a friendly, welcoming hostess and attentive waitstaff. Our meal started with an amuse bouche of pan seared salmon with some ginger and micro greens. Delicious and a creative pairing. The thin slice of ginger was not overpowering and complimented the Salmon. For our entrees, I had a pan-seared Hake with roasted cauliflower and a crunchy potato wedge. The fish was fresh and cooked perfectly. Presented as a long rectangle with a crispy top, the potato wedge was tender and was the most creatively prepared of the many potato dishes we ate during our visit. The cauliflower consisted of half a floret, nicely charred. My wife had duck in a blackberry port sauce. It came prepared with a crispy skin and tender, succulent meat. Also included was a generous slice of melt-in-your-mouth seared foie gras. The sauce was thick and rich, with some full blackberries. The wine list was very good, with numerous by-the-glass selections. We skipped dessert, so nothing to report there. All in all a fantastic experience! read more

I was pleasently surprised with the bill for two people here. I exected it to be more pricey. I enjoyed my meal, but not sure if I would run back in a hurryI have eaten in many places around the world but the chicken & black budding with foie gras and veal sweetbreads was the best starter I've ever tasted. The special one had the seared scallops which were sweet & succulant. Mains were the rumps of lamb & veal cooked to perfection with minimal fuss on the plate. My dessert is always the cheese board which was a fine selection of local and imported cheese. The service was friendly, quietly understated yet always there. How would I sum up Bang Cafe simply good produce cooked perfectly. Keep up the good work. read more

Civilized and serene when you are tired of the loud pubs. We had excellent oysters and we LOVED that they've been donating to a non-profit for years. The chips were top notch and the service really fun and friendly. Make it a stop when you are on Merrion Row. read more

This is an amazing restaurant. Food and drinks taste fantastic and are delivered in glamourous presentation. They've got a Michelin banner but no stars. I'm no expert but would imagine they need to serve smaller portions to move toward a star. The trout appetizer I had was the highlight of the night, the best food I've had in a long time. Definitely recommend this place. read more

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Despite having lovely company and a joyous spirit of celebration, I was disappointed by Bang, so hyped in the Wallpaper guide to Dublin, and generally regarded as such a fine establishment. The decor was lovely, though I didn't like the high pulpit from which the host greeted us. Nor did I care for the basement in which we were seated, which was too cold for comfort and not nearly intimate enough for the space. The entire room was filled with single sex tables, which though not Bang's fault lent a sort of sterile feel to the room, undercutting the reputation for swinging cool. I suppose I expected Nyood with good food, so you can imagine that the staid scene encountered was a bit of a disappointment! Our meal cost 76 euro for two, which included two starters, two mains, and two drinks apiece, which is reasonable enough, though nothing outside the sides for the mains (creamed cabbage and polenta, which were remarkable by virtue of the plain materials transformation into creamy, savoury, heavenly, flavour) were especially delicious. I found my pork belly to be incorrectly prepared- it wasn't melting, and the crackling was left on top of the slice which lent a toughness to it. In the past the two have been separated which allows both textures to be appreciated. As well, my manhattan was appalling. read more

What a wonderful way to begin our Irish Holiday and quell the effects of a long plane ride. Wandering around Merrion Square in a collective family daze, we happened upon Bang and after a quick consult decided we needn't look further. Instinct and experience told us to head in. No reservation but the staff happily seated us with the request that we give up our table at 8:30 pm for a previous reservation. It was about 6:15 and so we had NO problem with this. Quite generous of them as a matter of fact! The menu varies so your experience with it will too but openers of seared tuna with avocado mousse, pickled cucumber, elderflower & soy, another warm salad of heirloom carrots with amazing Moroccan spices, the carrots as if pulled from the garden moments before along with sweet snd smokey field mushrooms. A dark and chewy homemade bread with the sweetest butter was also gobbled up. What a start! We moved onto a crispy and moist Pan fried hake with Dublin bay prawns, cauliflower puree, mussels & vadouvan. Amazing!! Another main of rabbit so tender it fell apart under my fork and the last a Slaney lamb rump, pressed shoulder, charred onion and anchovy emulsion. My son devoured this with almost embarrassing ease!! Fatigue and sated appetites didn't allow for deserts, alas, but given another chance I think we'd be up to the task. Bang is a charming space, tastefully decorated and staffed by warm and highly skilled people. The kitchen represents all that is good in modern, classically rooted cuisine with a standard for innovation and excellence that is of the highest order. We felt casual and relaxed but this place also lends itself to an upscale feel. This versatility isn't easy to accomplish but Bang does easily and comfortably. How lucky we were and thanks to Bang for a perfect beginning. read more

I love Bang Cafe. It's truly delicious: locally-sourced ingredients, sort of an Irish Chez Panisse Cafe. I also like the aesthetics. It's my favorite restaurant in Dublin, and I like it, period, without reference to Dublin. read more

This was my favorite fine dining experience of the week in Dublin. Had a business dinner here and started with the oxtail gnocchi, which was a very good way to start it off. The oxtail added the perfect amount of saltiness to the very well prepared gnocchi that melts in your mouth. For the main, had the ribeye, which was cooked to perfection at medium rare for me. I enjoyed my dinner very much! Restaurant is not for the physically challenged as it has multiple floors and the restrooms are on the second floor, we ate on the basement floor! read more

I've booked into Bang for a Valentines treat. The staff were very friendly upon arrival, took our coats and wished us a happy valentines day. I'm not a big fan of sitting close to the kitchen service, however, our table was straight across the kitchen/serving area. We've both had a set four course menu that evening. I'm not sure if it is just snobbery on my behalf but I wasn't really that impressed with the food. I've been already to a couple of Michelin star restaurants in the UK before and a colleague of mine recommended me Bang. The food was ok - however, the presentation seemed rather rushed and half hearted. This was probably because of the fact that it was valentines day and all the tables were booked. We also spend 3 hours in the restaurant, whereby we spend the last hour waiting for our remaining last course (a tiny cheeseboard) and the arrival of the bill. To be honest, I wouldn't return to this restaurant again. We spend over 120€ for the both of us (2 classes of Prosecco, 4 course set menu) and rather go somewhere else for such a special occasion. Nevertheless, the best I've had in Bang was the home baked Irish Soda Bread. read more

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We were excited about spending our last night in Dublin with a great meal but were very disappointed with food and service at Bang. The risotto was heavily salted to the point of being indelible. No one came to the table after serving to check on how we liked our meals. I had ordered sparkling water and the glass was refilled with tap before it was empty. The onion soup was very good. The pork belly was tasty, the pork shoulder a bit bland. read more

Really enjoyed my dining experience at BANG! Had wanted to go for ages and was lucky to get a last minute table for valentines! Had the risotto starter and it was by far the best I've had. Oh there was also fresh bread when we arrived which is also a nice touch. I had the duck main course and again it was really good! So full of flavour and really tender. My o.h had the seared tuna starter which was good but he felt the temperature of it was too cold, he had steak for main and it was good. We were so full that we didn't have room for dessert! We instead enjoyed a couple of whiskey sours which were gorgeous! Lovely, chilled out vibe. Will defo be back!! read more

Another lovely evening! The best roast chicken we've ever tasted, even Thomas Keller of French Laundry would have been impressed. The servers were attentive and downright chatty when engaged, very welcoming. A nice bottle of wine and excellent food, a fantastic way to kick off a Friday evening. read more

My boyfriend and I went to Bang yesterday to celebrate my birthday. We had the 5 course tasting menu with the accompanying wines. We got a cozy table . The interior of the restaurant is great and makes you feel confortable. The food was great, however, the service was not the expected. There are different people serving the table so nobody owns the table really. We got served the meat before the fish, when we told the waitress she suggested if we didn't mind.... Shocking for a restaurant of that category. They finally brought the fish and then the meat and gave us a complimentary refill of the wine. So overall great food. Not that great service. read more

This is a very good restaurant. Excellent, knowledgable service and a reasonably priced menu for the quality and quantity of food. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a nice dinner out with friends or a significant other. We got the tasting menu with the wine pairings. Would do it again in a moment. read more

Made a last minute reservation and was incredibly surprised. The atmosphere was sophisticated yet not stuffy, drinks were incredible each time and food was beyond what we could have ever expected. The Halibut had incredible flavor and my wife having had the scallops and crispy pork said it was the best meal she has ever had! Ask to be seated in Alex's section, he was on point and incredibly attentive. You can't go wrong here from our perspective! read more

I had an amazing meal at Bang, whilst on a business trip to Dublin. The restaurant was buzzing with a full crowd, the service was friendly and attentive, and the menu had so many tempting options. I had the duck and fois gras gnocci to start and had the lamb entree. Both dishes were delicious and so rich with flavor! Will definitely be back to Bang when I'm in Dublin next. read more

The food here is fantastic! We had a private party in the upstairs dining room. Everything was outstanding and service was great.

Service: The restaurant offers high standard of service. The maître was always very alert on everything that was happening in the restaurant giving quietly instructions to the waiters. They took our coats when we arrived which is always a nice touch. Food: We had the 5 courses tasting menu which offers a good variety of dishes with very interesting combinations. The Chocolate Bar, Hazelnut mousse, mango Gel and Sorbet dessert was just delicious. All the food presentations were brilliant Atmosphere: It was cosy. They had a nice funky music in the background. Unfortunately the tables were probably too close to each other. General: Good high end restaurant which comes a bit expensive read more

Love love love! Staff was incredibly friendly. I had braised beef with horseradish mash which was divine. My husband had the venison ( which I normally don't like) and was delicious and cooked perfectly. The chocolate bar desert was a definite winner. They suggested a Cabernet which went perfectly with everything! read more

Their bread is excellent. Service was good. Space had a nice vibe. They offered me a butternut squash risotto that was flavorful and was well presented. The only bad note in our meal was the quantity of sea bass my colleague got. We all wondered if they had left off half a fillet. They also had a flight if Irish whiskey that I had not seen in any other restaurant. I was too chicken to have this on a work night! Overall a nice little restaurant. read more

Quite a bit more expensive than it should. Took a group of people out for dinner, spent over 1k eur, and they forced us out without time for desert due to another booking arriving. Unbelievable. read more

One glance at the menu gives some hint of the many ingredients included in each plate and indicates that the food is locally sourced. The presentation of the food was excellent ... creative and artistic, just a bit expensive. read more

It was excellent from start to finish. The food was both beautifully arranged and very tasty. They have a very good selection of wine. The service was excellent, it was quite formal but very friendly. We did the 40 euro menu which had 4 courses and a cocktail, I wasn't expecting the food to be so good to be honest but it was amazing! Will definitely be back. read more

After listening to one good Irish music next door at O'Donahue's on Merrion Street, we passed Bang not he way home one night. Hmmmm. Very interesting menu. So, we made a reservation and tried it the next night. Before we started the meal, we were served a slice of irish soda bread that was perfectly crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside with just a faint touch of sweetness. We like to try dishes that are unique. So we shared a starter of terrine of wood pigeon. prune and very delicate pickled vegetables. Heavenly bliss. It was like a pate, with a gamier taste, but just as smooth. A perfect blend of ingredients. Then we shared Wicklow Mountain Venison Loin, Shepherds Pie, Honey Roast Beetroots, Butternut Squash, Dark Chocolate and Cherry Valley Duck, Crushed Jerusalem Artichoke, Local Sprouting Brocolli, Clementine and Hazelnut Crumble. These are not large portions, but they are very satisfying with an absolute artistry of blended flavors. We were full, but had a cappuccino - again, perfectly brewed. Every detail was carefully attended to. And the service was very cordial and welcoming, like you were a guest in their home. Very knowledgeable, pleasant and made sure the meal was very well paced. One of our best meals in any city. read more

This place is so better than Patrick guillbeau. His food was so boring I literally left early so I would have to finish the full tasting. This place is creative with equally hi quality. Soooooo much better! Exquisite! read more

BANG Restaurant & Bar - Irish Near Me - Dublin, D

Outstanding dinner with amazing fresh ingredients (Beets, trout and duck were a highlight) and impeccable service. Wine pairing was exceptional. Well done! read more

Super restaurant. Tasting menu is to die for!! Be hungry, a lot of quality food and outstanding service! read more

Very good, food cocked perfectly, enjoyed the wild pigeon with black pudding starter The main ribeye was also presented as requested Service excellent even though relatively busy night read more

What a find! We opted for Bang because we couldn't get into Etto. So glad we came across it. The menu was varied and appetizing, the service impeccable, the wine was perfect with the meal and the price was decent for what we ordered. I'd go again, in fact, the lamb was so good I'm coming back to bring my husband so he can enjoy it as well. Divine. read more

There is such a thing as too much attention! I usually love great service but the waitress here kept interrupting our conversations and didn't even excuse herself before she began talking. My husband and I were invited here for lunch to have a non-formal business meeting with the President of my company and another executive. HOWEVER, the food was exquisite. Someone told me this restaurant serves "modern Irish food," if that's what you want to call it, fine! You will not find traditional food here, they're perfect experiments that leave you absolutely satisfied :) Big thumbs up! read more

The dinner my wife and I shared at Bang was one of the highlights of our trip to Dublin. From the moment we first contacted Bang to create reservations a few weeks prior to our trip, we found their staff to be very kind and responsive. This was only reaffirmed during our meal, as the waitstaff was attentive to our needs and quick to refill our glasses (a very important part of any dining experience when you're on vacation). As is the case with any restaurant, though, the staff can only carry so much of the score's weight; if the food isn't equally impressive, the stars must fall. That said, I rated Bang as a four-star establishment, and their cuisine merited every single one. We had a variety of little plates over the course of our meals, and enjoyed every single one of them. The paired wine selection perfectly complemented each dish, too. Overall, if you're in Dublin and looking to escape the pub life for a night, Bang would be worth your time and money. read more

Priding themselves on reliably cooking modern Irish cuisine to the most premier level, Bang is a leading contender for the title of Dublin's most coveted eatery. It's multi-award winning status sees the more well-healed Dubliners flock to this trendy restaurant, making reservations a must. Smartly inconspicuous, Bang boasts an interior fresh with natural tones of mahogany and light beige leather as an accompaniment to the minimal white linen that adorns its tables. At €28.95 the 3-course pre-theatre menu is appreciably cheaper than if you were to choose all that your heart as well as appetite desires from A la Carte. I enjoyed the abounding taste of the amusingly titled BANGers & Mash - an example of how Bang expertly present a time-honoured dish in the company of innovative tastes and presentation without losing any of it's original authenticity that people have come to know and love. The succulent tastes are a result of the restaurant's conscientious decision to obtain all ingredients only from local, organic sources. Such assiduousness on their part as this only acts as further authentication that this really is a top-quality establishment. The first floor boasts an impressive skylight that adds a unique élan to the already quality eating experience and is positively the most opulent of all the places in the restaurant to be positioned. Situated just yards from the exclusive Shelbourne Hotel on the elite Merrion Row it is unsurprising that Bang would do anything but exude quality in conjunction with stylishness if geography was anything to go by. The restaurant prides itself on a tremendous front of house team who cheerfully tend to your needs throughout the highly gratifying evening spent within this urbane firecracker of an eatery. read more

I've been to Bang twice - once for lunch and once for dinner - and I loved it. The time I went there for dinner was for my friend's hen party so it was important we had a good night out. Bang fit the bill completely. The service is really, really good - you get the impression that the wait staff take their jobs very seriously. Everyone is attentive, obliging and friendly at all times, without being fake either. We had a pre-dinner cocktail to start, which was just the ticket. Then we all had a lovely meal that nobody could find fault with. When I had lunch there more recently my experience was similar. There were three of us this time and we ate and drank well and spent about three hours there in total - if not more. And when we finally did leave it wasn't because we were being rushed out by the staff. No, I think they would have been happy to let us relax there a bit more in fact! It's a great sign of a restaurant when you're not being told that your table is needed asap for the next party. read more

Went to this place for a Friday dinner. The ambience was quite nice, with good amount of space. Service was great. In fact, everything was pretty good, just nothing special. And the venizon was slightly overcooked. Overall, decent experience, but perhaps not the best value in Dublin. read more

We had our Christmas party there. Food excellent. Service great. And they chucked us out at 9.30pm, but they were so pleasant we didn't even notice! read more

Great dinner experience with excellent food ( lobster as a starter and steak for the main) and really good service. I'll surely recommend it for my friends. read more