North of the Liffey
Flawless haute cuisine and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere make this Michelin-starred restaurant in the basement of the Dublin Writers Museum our choice…
Must-see restaurants in North of the Liffey
North of the Liffey
In a gorgeous Georgian townhouse on Parnell Sq, the fantastic Mr Fox is cooking some of the finest food in the city. The plates celebrate Irish…
North of the Liffey
A slice of rural Ireland in the city centre: this wonderful cafe is all distressed furniture and rustic charm, but there's nothing old-fashioned about the…
North of the Liffey
With the aesthetic of an old Dublin pub, combined with a kitchen churning out top-notch comfort food, this is one of Dublin's best new restaurants. There…
North of the Liffey
This tiny, hipper-than-thou joint is a great little spot full of electric-bright '80s decor with a menu of delicious cocktails and mouthwatering nibbles…
North of the Liffey
Developer, Italophile and, latterly, outspoken parliamentarian Mick Wallace's Italian Quarter – as the lane between Ormond Quay and Great Strand St is…
North of the Liffey
One of the better Japanese restaurants in town is this low-lit spot that serves freshly crafted sushi and other Japanese specialities for those who don't…
North of the Liffey
In a beautiful Georgian building that once housed the city’s most beloved bookshop – the ground floor still is one – the Winding Stair’s conversion to…
North of the Liffey
With a 1st-floor terrace view of the Ha'Penny Bridge, this might be the city's coolest pizza joint. Add that it serves excellent drinks (pizza and Aperol,…
North of the Liffey
Anchored by its excellent baristas (beans by coffee experts 3FE), this cafe also does a fantastic menu of sandwiches, flatbreads and salads. The recent…
North of the Liffey
Not the capital from the Hunger Games but a long-standing quayside cafe that serves delicious sandwiches and wickedly sweet and savoury pastries, which…
North of the Liffey
Queues are a regular feature outside this fabulous spot which specialises in soups on the go – but it also does superb stews, sandwiches, bagels and…
North of the Liffey
A classic fish-and-chip shop with a gourmet, sit-down twist – not only is the fish the best you'll taste in battered form, but you'll wash it down with a…
North of the Liffey
Delicious breakfasts and excellent sandwiches make this cafe one of the standout places for daytime eating on the north side of the Liffey. Locally baked…
North of the Liffey
Styling itself as a modern Irish brasserie, this restaurant spread over two floors serves a spruced-up version of Irish farmhouse cooking, from tasty…
North of the Liffey
The menu changes daily at this tiny restaurant (it has only 16 seats) to reflect what's good and fresh, but you'll have to trust them: your only choice is…
North of the Liffey
A sibling of the long-established Yamamori on S Great George's St, this large restaurant – spread across two converted Georgian houses and including a…
North of the Liffey
It would be easy to walk past the entrance to this basement restaurant. But if you did, you'd be missing out on some of the most authentic Italian food in…
North of the Liffey
Beyond the plain frontage and the cheap-looking decor is Dublin's best Chinese restaurant…by some distance. It's usually full of Chinese customers, who…
North of the Liffey
It's a great traditional pub, but the main reason to come here is for the food, all sourced locally and made by expert hands. The menu includes an…
North of the Liffey
This neighbourhood bistro does excellent breakfasts and brunches – the Wuff BLT with melted cheese is divine – and the dinner menu offers great value at …
North of the Liffey
An exceptional Italian restaurant in Stoneybatter, with a rotating menu of homemade pastas and a killer tiramisu. Its lunch menu offers incredible value…
North of the Liffey
You can pick up some tasty sandwiches at this cute bakery (marinated kale and feta on focaccia, free-range chicken with homemade slaw and sriracha mayo)…
North of the Liffey
The coffee and sandwiches are tasty, but it's the location that's special: a 1902 tram built by Brill in Philadelphia that lay in a field in County Cavan…
North of the Liffey
One of the most welcoming cafes in town is this wonderful spot in Smithfield, which serves excellent breakfasts and fine sandwiches, as well as a lovely…
North of the Liffey
Buzzing pizza joint that's handy if you're heading to the Cineworld cinema on Parnell St. If you have any room for dessert, the Bean & Goose sharing board…
North of the Liffey
A tranquil escape on the quays, this teahouse boasts an exhaustive menu of brews and shishas. They are all served with a sense of ritual and expertise,…
North of the Liffey
The Smithfield outpost of the Mary's Abbey cafe, Oxmantown is a reliable spot for excellent sandwiches and even better Cloudpicker coffee. Its little…
North of the Liffey
This is modern Irish cuisine with a subtle French twist, managing to combine hearty comfort food with classic elegance. The saloon-style restaurant is…
North of the Liffey
Right in the heart of Quartier Bloom is this pleasant Italian eatery that serves simple pastas, antipasti and cheeses from the home country. Just a few…
North of the Liffey
This Dublin classic has expertly resisted every trendy wave and has been a stalwart of good Irish cooking since opening more than two decades ago. Its…
North of the Liffey
There’s hardly a better way to ruminate over the art in the gallery than over lunch in the basement cafe. The menu features blaas (filled soft bread rolls…
North of the Liffey
The main restaurant at the Morrison Hotel is really a very fancy grill whose specialities are meats cooked in a Josper indoor barbecue oven. If you don't…
North of the Liffey
A lovely little cafe just opposite the James Joyce Cultural Centre, the Cobalt occupies the ground floor of an elegant Georgian building and serves honest…
North of the Liffey
At the back of this Korean supermarket is one of Dublin's best-kept secrets. Order up bowls of bibimbap (rice bowl with meat, vegetables and egg) or…
North of the Liffey
This popular Italian restaurant is a stalwart for those looking for good pasta dishes and homemade risottos. It's not overly adventurous and the decor is…
North of the Liffey
An authentic beans-and-pulses place run by the Hare Krishna, with three branches in the city centre. Its cheap, wholesome mix of salads and Indian…
