Great Indian cuisine. Reasonable prices. The hubs and I opted for one medium tikka masala and one…read morespicy. Both enjoyed it very much. Rice is extra and much needed as there is plenty of sauce. We ordered one naan with shallots (not on the menu). Loved it! Ask for a side of their mint yogurt sauce, it's excellent! Would highly recommend this restaurant. Not happy that they charge €3 credit card processing. Not cool, guys! Location is great as its a 15 minute walk from the Temple Bar area. Mom and pop sort of restaurant with a very friendly and accommodating staff. Ambiance is a bit, meh but we weren't there for the look. We were there for the awesome Indian Food.

I've been looking for somewhere that makes a good Dosa in Dublin for aaaages. Look no further!…read moreMadina do an unreal masala dosa with all the bells and whistles for only 7 euro. It's an absolute bargain as it's HUGE. Actually much bigger than the ones you get in India. It's a hearty meal - not one for a low carb diet, yet it still doesn't feel stodgy as there's so much veg in there, you can just feel the goodness. The staff were friendly and approachable and the place itself is clean, tidy and spacious.

Only place for halal Nandos style chicken in dublin. Very good location and top quality.read more

I talked to the same lady I talked to before, who again went through everything. I also talked to…read moresomeone who looked like he was in charge. I didn't go for daal puri as I was doing takeaway, but I mentioned I wanted to try it and the guy gave me a pancake for free just to try. It was thin, splittable, and didn't have much of its own flavour but made eating more fun when I put things inside it. I liked the chicken biryani (chicken legs and breasts in spiced rice) and the chickpea side (which was nicely spiced and in sauce); the fish has bones and the lamb can be fatty but I believe that makes it real. I'd really like to go there with a Mauritian friend who can tell me his/her favourites and order something off the menu instead of from the buffet.

'Coin de Mire' is a busy pint-sized Mauritian eatery located in Moore Street Mall. With such a…read morerudimentary set-up, it's not ideal if you're looking for a sophisticated restaurant atmosphere. What is appealing is the authentic restaurant quality dishes and mammoth portions at very reasonable prices. This simple kitchen-counter is run by Mauritians and has a noticeable Mauritian clientele which is always a good sign. The food is fusion style, mixing European and African influences with an Asian accent. You can choose from set dishes or enjoy a mixed platter and sample a variety of styles. Halal friendly too. Check it out.

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.

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.

Delicious food, excellent service and very comfortable and welcoming. This restaurant is an…read moreabsolute delight and a perfect venue to go with a group of friends or for couples. It's a real gem with an excellent selection and veggie/vegan/gluten free options. They don't require a deposit for group bookings and the table is always ready for us whenever we arrive. I highly recommend it and am delighted to have found it!

Everyone should try out this amazing new Palestinian restaurant, you will thank me later…read more Tucked away in a little side lane, so easy to miss. But trust me, have a look for it. Starters/mezze are around 6/7 Euro and mains only around the 14 Euro mark. There is so much choice, you will have a hard time deciding what to take. There is a lot of vegetarian and even vegan options. Of course, we ordered way too much food as portions are massive. The hummus, halloumi, Baked prawns and falafel for starter came with lovely fresh bread. We were already stuffed when our mains arrived. I got some chicken in fermented yoghurt sauce. The rice served with it was full of nuts and pomegranate, delicious! To make things even better: This is a byob restaurant with only 4 Euro corkage. The waitress was super sweet and made us feel very welcome. Seriously go!

Was inspired by the restaurant name since I'm a lover of the shakshuka I've experienced in Tunisia…read more Their version of it was accurate by taste however far short of the sumptuous varieties of vegetables and meats found in the homemade offerings from Tunisian kitchens. Shakshuka is a small room with a linear layout which when crowded with the maximum number of occupied tables, creates a noise level so high that one must shout to be heard by a friend sitting directly across the table. The interior is somewhat reminiscent of Israeli culture but not representative of a whole lot of planning or investment of time and materials. The bathroom does however seem to be Middle Eastern in that there is one room for both sexes and one stall for each sex for those who are not sensitive to the combined concept.