One Of My Favourite Places To Eat Out!!!!…read more The Food Is Extremely Tasty and The Staff Service Is Amazing Highly Recommend D'Vine

Drogheda doesn't seem like it's exactly buzzing with interesting places to eat, and it was by pure…read moreluck that we came across d'Vine on a sunny Sunday afternoon. The two connecting dining rooms are amazing and cozy, with a big bar counter at the back, wine racks and a huge assortment of whimsical objects or artwork around the place. Upstairs there's a terrace where you can fully enjoy their tapas menu and maybe even go for a cocktail. There's a set dishes menu, a smaller tapas menu and also the specials of the day, written on a big blackboard - that our hostess kindly perched on a chair in front of our table, improptu style. In both fixed menus there are many vegetarian and/or gluten free options. The wine list was interesting enough, though not perfect. I managed to find a beautiful spanish Verdejo there, so that must count for something. We were served delicious food and the only thing I can point is that my vegetarian stuffed zucchini had a bit too much cheese, but other than that everything was good and their special of the day, salmon, was cooked perfectly. Unfortunately we were both too full to try the desserts, but at least we got to to wrap our lunch up with a nice espresso.

The décor is nice and fresh. However I was sitting facing two large out of place portraits; one of…read moreMichael Jackson and the other...what I can only assume was the worst ever likeness of Madonna. I didnt spot any others on any of the walls so am at a total loss as to how these ended up here. It was a little unnerving catching Michaels eye every few minutes through the evening. For our meal we had various offerings from chicken wings, salads, breads and calamari to steak. All were impressed with the food and the prices were very reasonable. The staff were very pleasant too. The only thing I would say is that the theme of the restaurant is a bit confusing. There are starters and there are 'sharing plates'/tapas and there are mains. The tapas menu isnt very extensive at about 6/7 long. They didnt look like they were too large with portions prices at €3.50. So it looked like they were supposed to be shared starters. Our party of 5 wasnt sure whether we were going to go down the tapas route or just traditional starters and mains. So it took us ages to settle on what we were going to do.

Lovely food and super friendly staff! Shared lots of tapas,…read moreand the dessert to share is great if you have trouble choosing, you can have them all! :)

Lovely café got my haircut in the barbers next door then went for lunch here with the family…read morepancakes lovely and tea perfect and paninis gorgeous and all great all round the service was top class would highly recommend

I stopped in for a bit of breakfast with some friends. The cafe had a pleasant, modern vibe. The…read morestaff were extremely friendly. I ordered the full breakfast, which was hot, plentiful and delicious upon arrival! That kind of breakfast could keep you going all day!! A friend had the smoked salmon and was delighted with her meal as well! I definitely think the Crystal Cafe is worth a return visit, or two!! Lol!

If you are in Dublin this is absolutely a MUST!!!!! Such an amazing and friendly/fun staff. They…read moreabsolutely go the extra mile to ensure you have a great experience. The two owners were so wonderful, and both came to speak with us by the end of the dining experience. The food was unreal. Such good options with so many different styles of cuisine. Everything we ate was so impressive and tasty. I would recommend specifics, but I'd be listing out the 20 menu items we ordered. Their drinks were just as fabulous as the food. Great vibe in the place as well. Good lighting and fun environment right in the heart of Dublin. You seriously can not go wrong. DO YOURSELF A HUGE FAVOR AND MAKE A RESERVATION!

I know what you're thinking: tapas in Dublin?? Believe me, you need these in your life!…read more Bringing Spanish culture to the heart of Dublin and doing a great job in the process. Vanessa (one of the owners) is there helping you out and welcoming you as if you're family. Lovely atmosphere, honestly. We ordered these tapas for a party of two: chicharrones, chorizo frito y morcilla, carrillada de cerdo (pork cheeks), bomba de la Barcelona, and patatas bravas. I can't pick a favorite (but the pork cheeks, and the chorizo are up there!), but every tapa was incredible and well executed. Take your time, be adventurous, and explore the menu. Portions are small enough that you can order many things to share. Paired the tapas with a wonderful Tempranillo, and a Cava Sangria. They did start us with a free sample of their tinto de verano as well, in true Spanish fashion. Definitely worth visiting while in Dublin!

The fish and chips were great. Had great staff service. The restaurant was quiet and had a nice…read moreambiance. It was raining hard when we left and we were walking. The staff gave us 2 umbrellas and said just return tomorrow. Very nice for doing that. The food was good and enjoyed it with a few pints.

This restaurant is right across from the water. If it were warmer it would have been lovely to sit…read moreon the porch and eat. Among us we had Salmon, Soup and a chicken dish. I had a special with appetizer and entree for $20 or so. The goat cheese tartlet was very fine and unusual. I truly loved the flavor. My main entree was chicken with a potato cake and that was also delicious. My friend's salmon was good and my husband's chowder was pretty good - just not thick. The waiter was extremely friendly and helpful. He was a pleasure as he was a student trying to make it on his own. Great story! I had chocolate meringue and that was too sweet without cake or a filling. I figured it was different so I'd try. All in all we'd go back, especially on a day where we could sit outside. They had wonderful tapas and would love to try. They had a special for 3. Mmmm!

Lovely decor, friendly staff. Food was delicious. We ordered Gambas Pil Pil, cheesy garlic bread,…read moreand buffalo wings to start. Loved them all. Highly recommend the Dublin Bay Prawn Linguini as a main course. Will be back!

Went there today with family to celebrate my daughter's engagement. Starters mixed , some lovely ,…read moresome not so . mains, chicken was over cooked , but the burgers were literally raw ! Didn't realise until the end , when 3 of our group in their 20s had food on their plates , unheard of !! They didn't want to say anything to spoil the occasion hugely disappointing, hoping we don't get food poisoning. We were told we didn't have to pay for the raw food ! Special once in a life time occasion ruined . Will never be back !!

Absolutely incredible meal here last night. We had the tasting menu with paired wines and…read moreeverything was so delicious and exciting. Loved the pacing of the meal, we had it over the course of three hours and didn't feel in any way rushed which was so lovely. My favourite thing was getting to eat delicious very high end food in a more casual and relaxed environment, there was nothing stuffy or pretentious about the place, which can be the case in a lot of fine dining restaurants. We sat by the window and was lovely to see out on to all the fabulous colourful barges on the canal. Will 100% be back and telling everyone about here! A+

Very nice restaurant! The staff are extremely friendly. The food is something very different from…read morewhat is normally served in restaurants. A very special meal. I would have to say that it isn't everyone's type of food as the portions are relatively small. Very nice meal though and I would highly recommend it for special occasions.

Great food! Got the tasting menu... a lot of food! Loved best the hummus, aioli mayo dipping sauce,…read moreand my sangria.

Went to the City Center in Dublin yesterday after work to relax and see the sites with my sales…read moreleaders last night. They recommended The Port House and it was phenomenal! The food options were unique in that everything on the menu are appetizers....everything! Huge selection so we ordered a number of items including duck confit, brisket sliders, a cheese plate, and lots more. The vibe was amazing and I loved the decor inside. The service was spot on! I'm definitely making this a "must" on my next visit!