It disappeared. No longer there which is too bad because I really enjoyed the food about a year…read moreago, last time I was in Dublin.

Fantastic waitstaff! Very friendly and attentive. The vegetarian moussaka was great. The raspberry…read morecheesecake was good too. BOYW was fantastic too. Liquor store is around the corner too. Come here for a fantastic meal!

Absolutely deliciously authentic! As someone who's extremely particular about traditional Easter…read moredishes and Mediterranean flavors, I was genuinely impressed. Every bite tasted like it came straight from a cherished family recipe. This cozy, family-run restaurant radiates warmth and hospitality from the moment you walk in -- you instantly feel like part of the family. The hummus and baba ghanoush are out of this world: creamy, fresh, and full of flavor. The shawarma was perfectly seasoned and tender, and the Lebanese potatoes were crisped to perfection with just the right touch of garlic and spice. We finished with strong, fragrant Lebanese coffee and flaky, melt-in-your-mouth baklava -- the perfect ending to a fantastic meal. Every dish was clearly made with love and attention to detail. It's the kind of hidden gem you feel lucky to discover. Tucked away in Dublin, this place deserves far more attention. And as if the food weren't reason enough to fall in love, the lovely lady proprietor is warm, welcoming -- and a Metallica fan! Seriously, how cool is that? Highly, highly recommend!

Stopped in at Cedar Tree for dinner and absolutely loved the vibe. It's super welcoming and the…read morebeautiful mosaic tiles on the walls really make the place feel special. I went with the chicken mansef for my main course and it was seriously good. The chicken was tender, and the rice was perfect, but the best part was definitely the texture and flavor burst from the pomegranate seeds scattered on top. That little bit of sweet and sour pop really made the dish stand out. Excellent food, a gorgeous atmosphere, and friendly service.

Spotted Shouk on Dublin's The Eater Essentials and we booked this dinner res as our first night…read more Overall, the food was fantastic, great price point. and portion sizes were fantastic. Shouk's interior is very cute, with high ceilings and an open set up allowing you to dine outside, in a room connected to the outdoor space, or a darker, "indoor" area. food: Fantastic. As someone who is GF and was worried about this when traveling abroad, the GF options where fabulous and the restaurant is very accommodating. The food was fresh and served warm right as it was finished - huge plus service: Servers were kind and lovely :) Every table reservation gives you 1hr and 45 minutes to dine. if you're running late, you won't lose your table but you'll just be seated for a shorter amount of time - keep that in mind :) ambiance: The only reason I'd give Shouk 4 stars is because of the distance of the tables. In the room connected to the outdoor space where we were seated, things did feel a bit cramped. The restaurant has an "open kitchen" where you can see your food being cooked and come out which is great, but we did sit right next to the kitchen and things got a bit stuffy, despite the doors being open outside. Not sure if this was ventilation or the fact that there were many tables and folks dining that night, but that's the only thing i'd change about our experience.

We schlepped across to the north side in search of a special midweek late lunch. Very handy parking…read morearound the corner. The restaurant is right beside Drumcondra railway station, tucked into a corner of the Old St Vincent's Centre for the Deaf. Inside a cosy but buzzy dining room greets you with an impressive number of hungry diners tucking in to the Middle Eastern/Lebanese fare. We ordered a large mezze to share together with a Batta which is mostly roast sweet potatoes stuffed with lamb mince, yoghurt and spices. Absolutely fantastic. The mezze came with plentiful flatbreads which we hungrily filled with deliciousness and devoured. As it was lunchtime, we decided not to have any wine but I'd be pretty confident it would only be better with a crisp Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc. As it was, we had some sparkling water instead and agreed it was a standout meal that was filing but also vaguely healthy. Service was speedy and attentive and we emerged into the sunshine to begin, once again, the odyssey across the Liffey. We will be back.

Despite the friendly service, I don't understand the high ratings. We stopped in on a Friday night…read morebecause of its convenient location and were warmly greeted and immediately liked the cozy interior. The food, however, really let us down. Everything was overpriced and nothing was made fresh. The meagre kitchen set-up consists of a microwave and a toaster oven, which everything is reheated in. We ordered the stuffed pepper and prawn & chorizo starters. The portions were very small; we especially felt ripped off when we saw the size of the prawn & chorizo dish. For €8, we got 4 tiny shrimp and a few small pieces of sausage. We also shared the mushroom and spinach pizza, which was as hard as a board. I'm all for thin crust, but this was so dry, it was basically a giant cracker.... And the worst part was the mushrooms were canned! For €15, it just really didn't cut it. The staff couldn't be faulted, though. They were attentive and even gave us complimentary desserts for moving to accommodate another walk-in party. Unfortunately, I was just so disappointed with the food that I wouldn't return.

What makes Bach 16 such a special place? It's one of many eateries in this part of town, a tiny one…read moreat that, and it doesn't pretend to blow you away with slick interiors or incredible fad new ingredients. Maybe that's exactly why Bach 16 is such a lovely place, it keeps things simple, small, delicious and easy. I think it's one of the best places in Dublin to have a pizza, the pizza bases alone are to die for, perfectly thin and just crispy enough. If you're not in the mood for pizza, you can go for a salad - one of those good, rich ones, that won't leave you starving or hoping for a hint of flavour - or even some tapas. All the flavours are mediterranean inspired. Be it late (last time we went in for some dinner after 9pm) or for some brunch/lunch, they never disappoint and you can always find something that suits your preferences at the time. Heck, they even have some nice desserts or some Port to send you on your merry way.. well, merrier. It's a lovely place on a sunny weekend morning, the room gets warm and bright with the sunlight, and you can enjoy the peace and cosiness inside while outside the quays are bustling with people and cars. I might take half a star for the wine selection, but honestly, all things considered, it doesn't bother me all that much and you still can enjoy a nice glass if you know your own preferences. Drink and food prices are all very fair, and the guys are so nice that it's one of those places you just feel like giving a nice tip to thank them properly for the whole meal.

I really enjoyed the falafel sandwiches! This was triple recommended to me before coming to Dublin…read moreand it didn't disappoint! I recommend for a quick, low key lunch option. There is a ton of seating

I came at the perfect time right Veggie the rush. Loved the music they were playing when I walked…read morein. Think fast food BUT fresh food. I tried stuffed grape leaves, lentil soup, & the Moroccan quinoa salad with added falafel. Definitely a great Mediterranean restaurant in the heart of Dublin. Very efficient service and kind staff.

What an experience we had at Falafel! The owner greeted us at the door, offering us samples of…read moreolives and suggesting different menu items to try. We did indeed have those olives and some pita bread for the road. The pita bread was so soft and fluffy, and also stayed warm throughout our night. The olives were marinated to perfection, and we recieved a healthy amount! I think the real amazing part of this was the story we'll have dancing with the owner, and how he made us feel- apart of the family. When we're back in Dublin, we'll definitely be here again!

4.5 stars The restaurant Falafel is situated in a prime…read morelocation near Temple Bar and offers a menu of authentic Middle Eastern dishes in an atmospheric dining room. There were falafels of several different varieties, and I had the Palestinian Falafel plate, which came with six crunchy spiced chickpea fritters along with a grainy hummus and a salad of lettuce, tomatoes, pickled cucumbers and red cabbage, parsley, and olives. I also tried the Mixed Shish plate, which came with a chicken kebab and lamb kofta (minced lamb) kebab, which were both flavorful but slightly dry. At the table were two sauces including a creamy white sauce and a spicy red chili sauce, but my favorite part of the meal was the freshly baked naan breads, which were thin and crispy in the center and puffy and chewy around the edges.

This place was wonderful. It had a mixture of Mediterranean dishes from Italian to middle eastern…read more We had a little of both and enjoyed each item. We had mixed kebab with lamb and chicken. It had a lovely salad and fresh pita. The meat was perfectly seasoned and well portioned. We also had the chicken Alfredo with salad. It had a light cream and cheese sauce. Not heavy at all. The chicken was perfectly cooked and the salad added a fresh bite to the meal. The lemon and ginger tea was a lovely ending to a delicious meal. The staff were friendly and helpful. It was relaxed with a beautiful interior that was fun and festive. Recommend if you are in the area to try it.

Great little place in North Dublin Well worth the walk from…read moreCity Centre The chicken curry was scrumptious, and the salad was crisp and fresh and minty and delicious The service was friendly and fast, and the food was piping hot when we got it Chicken over rice was super tasty

Wow! A local gem that really shines. We stayed in Dublin center but managed to stumble upon this…read moreplace after some thorough research. It is 20 minutes from city center but well worth the taxi. The restaurant is housed in a lovely duplex space which is modern and elegant. The first floor is wonderful since you can observe the chefs in the open kitchen and gaze at the adjacent small bar. I was also blown away by the wine program here. For such a small spot, they had creative offerings, pairing suggestions and knowledgeable wine and food servers. We started with the green asparagus and the cep dumplings. The cep dumpling is more unique but both were absolutely spectacular. We both had the halibut and it was also just perfection on a plate. Desserts were equally impressive and seasonal. We shared the strawberries with a gelatin/panna cotta base as well as the rhubarb cheesecake. True works of art. The crowd is definitively local which is so nice. And the service is incredible. Highly recommend this place if you want something that will rival any city dining establishment without the tourism feel. Well done Volpe Nera!

We had one of the best meals of our lives here tonight. I know that sounds over the top but it is…read moretrue. The absolutely fresh dressed oysters with cucumber and some crunch. Wow. The scallop sashimi with sudashi and sesame. Wow wow. The short rib amuse a bouche before the cote de boeuf with aged beef dripping potatoes. WOW. Service was perfect. A gem in the suburbs that we are extremely lucky to have found.

I don't know how i end up there ,but, picture this; the restaurant is called Istanbul and you would…read moreexpect turkish food but as you walk in you will see indian menu and asian staff which made me think why " Istanbul" .They also do some middle eastern dishes which am not sure if its turkish either, but, Any way we gave it a shot and ordered different dishes and asked for mild food. Guess what every thing we had was super super hot that we were not able to eat it. However, the staff were nice they gave us complimentary chips which was extremely hot too haha. Overall, 2 out of 10 is maximom i can rate this place.

Very tasty authentic kebabs, a little steep with the prices though.read more

We had a wonderful dinner and thoroughly enjoyed the food. We started with the Burrata di Andria…read morecon Patta Negra e Radicchio Estivo and the Bruschetta al Pomodoro, both of which were fresh, flavorful, and a perfect start to the meal. For our entrées, we had the Ravioli dello Chef di Ricotta e Basilico and the Seafood Linguine. Both dishes were excellent, with fresh ingredients and authentic flavors that made for a memorable meal. The atmosphere was quaint, cozy, and welcoming, and the staff was attentive and friendly throughout the evening. The only small disappointment came at the very end. We noticed many other tables being offered complimentary limoncello, and we had been looking forward to experiencing that Italian tradition ourselves. Since we were the last guests to leave, we weren't offered any, which was a bit of a letdown after such an otherwise fantastic dining experience. Overall, the quality of the food and the warm service made this a restaurant we would gladly recommend and visit again.

Made a reservation at Il Vicoletto for my wife's birthday. Upon arrival we were promptly seated by…read moreChristian. The restaurant dining area was welcoming and had an authentic Italian feel. We ordered two glasses of Barbera wine as our cocktail, followed by calamari, pappardelle al funghi and ravioli Asiago. The wine was perfect and complimented our meal. Our server Massimo brought out some bread with olive oil and balsamic vinegar to start our meal. The calamari was amongst the best I've ever had, the breading was light and crispy. Both our pasta dishes were divine and authentic. At the end of our meal we had some espresso and were given complementary limoncello shots. Il Vicoletto was amongst the best restaurants we visited during our trip to Dublin. I highly recommend for anyone looking to eat great Italian food.