There’s something irresistible about a classic Sunday roast with all the trimmings. With its world-famous food scene and incredible regional produce, Dublin is one city where the Sunday roast is king. Ireland’s capital has a huge range of stylish Sunday lunch pubs and restaurants serving up premium meats, lavish sides and delicious drinks and pints to help you make the most of your weekend. From fine dining gems to casual hotspots, the best Sunday roasts in Dublin await.
Celebrate in style at a glamorous Dublin restaurant that serves a Sunday roast and wine pairing in a gorgeous setting. Treat your partner to a special meal out at a classic steakhouse that puts on a stellar Sunday spread. Dine out like the French at an elegant Dublin bistro serving seafood starters and a traditional Sunday platter. These are the best Sunday roasts in Dublin you don’t want to miss.
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For premium cuts, innovative cocktails and one of the best Sunday roasts in Dublin – try Bovinity on Capel Street
Specialising in premium sharing cuts, Bovinity in Capel Street offers one of the best Sunday roasts in Dublin for groups. Dive into a plate of hearty roast beef made with dry-aged rump steak or select a sharing roast from the board. Sunday roasts are served with all the trimmings, including crispy beef dripping roasties, fluffy Yorkshires and a choice of sauces and gravies. If you’re visiting on a weeknight, you can also tuck into the popular sharing steak or try the crispy sea bream. As well as sumptuous roasts, Bovinity is known for its creative signature cocktails. Pair red meat with a fruity European wine or sip on an Irish craft beer. Family-style presentation and chic, rustic interior design give Bovinity a warm, homey feel that’s perfect for dining with friends and family.
For a sophisticated lunch and one of the best Sunday roasts in Dublin city – don’t miss Bresson in Monkstown
With its stylish, modern-European feel, Bresson in Monkstown is one of the best places for Sunday lunch in Dublin. The weekend menu is a delectable French bistro-style spread, with a Sunday roast option of Hereford prime beef served with traditional sides and lashings of Sunday gravy. Diners can enjoy two courses for €39.95 or three courses for €44.95. Before your roast try classic French starters, like moules mariner or smoked salmon pate and finish strong with rich Maracaibo dark chocolate mousse or a fromage course. If you’re not a roast beef fan, confit duck leg or steak frites will hit the spot. Bresson stocks a premium selection of fine wines that complement the menu. Classic cocktails, like a Boulevardier or a Manhattan, suit the chic, charming atmosphere. Make this your next go-to spot for a special occasion or a get-together when the family are in town.
For one of Dublin’s best Sunday roasts for homegrown Irish produce– visit Fade Street Social – The Main Restaurant in South City Centre
Fade Street Social – The Main Restaurant in South City Centre is a stunning Irish restaurant that focuses on premium homegrown produce and a fresh, simple cooking style. The weekend menu features one of the best Sunday roasts in Dublin city centre, with high-end meat cuts from regional farms. Indulge with a dozen native oysters or Kenmare smoked salmon to start then choose from a choice of decadent roasts, like the stuffed roast pork or the roasted sirloin of Yearling beef. Duck-fat roast potatoes and stuffed Yorkshire puddings are heavenly on the side. Baked rosemary scented camembert or a cheese board selection are perfect ways to round off your meal. Keep things classic and enjoy a fine wine with your roast or sample some signature cocktails based on historic Irish nightlife culture. The chic modern dining room and lively vibe make this a great spot for groups.
For one of the best Sunday lunches in Dublin for special occasions – head to Hawksmoor Dublin on Dame Street
Part of the iconic Hawksmoor brand that’s renowned for its premium surf and turf, Hawksmoor Dublin on Dame Street is also one of the best places for Sunday roast in Dublin. Available until 5 pm, the Sunday roast menu offers a choice of dry-aged beef rump or a Sunday feasting option, which allows diners to choose blackboard sharing cuts like the prime rib or the Chateaubriand steak. Mouthwatering Sunday sides include creamy cauliflower cheese and Hawksmoor special stuffing made with bone marrow, sausage and onions. Traditional roast trimmings soaked in bone marrow gravy complete the feast. The wine menu is high-end and eclectic, with vintages from Europe and the New World. Meanwhile, New York-style cocktails, like the ultimate martini made with Hawksmoor gin or the sour cherry negroni, give the bar menu a luxe, urban feel. Hawksmoor Dublin is the ideal location when you want to spoil yourself.
For one of the best Sunday roasts in Dublin for a romantic date – try Lottie’s in Rathmines
Winner of the 2023 Diner’s Choice Award and mentioned in the 2023 Irish Times Top 100 Restaurants in Ireland and the MICHELIN Guide 2024, Lottie’s in Rathmines is an absolute must-try if you love fine Irish produce and a relaxed, brasserie-style ambience. Lottie’s also offers one of the best Sunday roasts in Dublin available on selected dates throughout the year. Sink your teeth into a mouthwatering feast of roast beef served with rich gravy and classic sides. If you’re dining a la carte at Lottie’s, the menu is a blend of European dishes made with premium Irish ingredients, like the fresh market fish in lemon butter or the butcher’s steak with chimichurri. Unwind in Lottie’s cocktail bar before or after your meal and enjoy signature drinks on one of the super comfy couches. The laid-back vibe makes Lottie’s great for an intimate catch-up over dinner and on Sundays is the ideal family spot for lunch.
For delicious daily roasts at one of Dublin’s best gastropubs – don’t miss Murray’s Bar on O’Connell Street
Gorgeous stained-glass interiors, cosy, snug seating and a hearty, Irish menu – Murray’s Bar on O’Connell Street has everything you need for exceptional casual dining. This bar-restaurant is one of the oldest gastropubs in Dublin and hosts live traditional music every evening after 8.30 pm. The menu features a roast of the day that changes regularly and also offers a roast of the day lunch bap. Other menu highlights include the 12-hour braised beef and Guinness pie and Irish stew. If you can’t resist a burger, the truffle parmesan beef patty or the veggie burger are ideal pub grub options. Enjoy a classic cocktail or house wines by the glass or relax with a few pints of Guinness and watch the game in the upstairs sports bar. The lively atmosphere and traditional pub feel make for a cracking Dublin night out
For a stellar lunch at a historic stunner – visit Old Street in Malahide
Located inside a beautifully renovated historic building, Old Street in Malahide serves one of the best Sunday roasts in Dublin. The restaurant is located in the cultural hub of the north city centre and the glass and stone interior design effortlessly blends rustic heritage with an elegant, contemporary look. Sunday roasts are available at Old Street from 1 pm until 7 pm and include starters and decadent mains. Kick things off with the signature charcuterie board loaded with meats that are cured and aged in-house. The main menu is a feast of luxurious options, including a roast rib of Irish beef or an 8oz dry-aged cheeseburger sourced from Higgin’s Master Butchers. For seafood lovers, the steamed fillet of sea bass and the jumbo prawn linguine are must-tries. The relaxed, upmarket feel means Old Street is great for business meals or special celebrations.
For one of the best steak restaurants in Dublin – head to The Butcher Grill in Ranelagh
The Butcher Grill in Ranelagh is a stylish, classic steakhouse and offers one of the best Sunday roasts in Dublin. The kitchen uses premium ingredients from local producers and focuses on bringing simple flavours to life, charring meat on the in-house wood-fire grill. Succulent Sunday roast options include the Irish beef striploin and the free-range pork rack served with Yorkshire puddings, duck fat roast potatoes and meaty gravy. Go all out and make it a surf and turf with a mouthwatering combo of premium steak and grilled gambas garlic prawns. The seasoned bar staff whip up refined signature cocktails that help enhance the smoky flavours on the menu. Warm, ambient lighting and an intimate atmosphere mean that The Butcher Grill is the perfect place to treat your date to a romantic meal.
For one of Dublin’s best Sunday roasts for groups – try The Ivy Dawson Street in South City Centre
Spread across a large, luxurious dining room, The Ivy Dawson Street in South City Centre is one of the best places in Dublin for Sunday roast with style. Dine out on a fabulous weekend feast of John Stone dry-aged rib-eye served with roasties, Yorkshires and buttered greens. Elevate your experience with sumptuous sides, like the cauliflower cheese made with Hegarty cheddar or the Irish herb stuffing. The desserts are as much a part of the experience as the mains, with luxuriant delicacies like a whiskey crème brulee and the selection of Irish cheeses. Pair a red Spanish rioja with your meal, as recommended by Ivy bar staff, or keep it mellow with a fruit cocktail. The classic Ivy Island bar winks through the lavish greenery and opulent interior design, bringing the whole scene together. Brilliant for a lavish lunch with friends or an extravagant date.
For one of the best pubs in Dublin with cosy vibes and great pints – don’t miss The Legal Eagle in North City Centre
With historic roots in the city, The Legal Eagle in the North City Centre is a classic Irish pub and serves up one of the best Sunday roasts in Dublin. The menu pays tribute to traditional Irish cuisine and high-end regional produce while giving dishes a light and fresh modern twist. Get your appetite going with unique starters, like homemade salt and vinegar crisps or firehouse sourdough with rapeseed oil and Burren balsamic peat vinegar. The main event includes a choice of roasts, like the pigs on the green roast pork belly or the oven-roasted half-chicken. Vegetarians can tuck into the legal eagle nut roast served with gravy, roast potatoes, honeyed carrots and parsnips. To drink, the bar serves up a wide range of draft beers and a varied wine selection, alongside a carefully curated cocktail menu. Traditional rustic decor makes this a cosy, relaxed joint.
Get the family together or hit up your friends for a weekend special – Dublin has no end of great Sunday roast places for the best meal of the week. Whether you like a cosy ambience or modern fine dining, the best Sunday roasts in Dublin will suit your tastes. Sit back, make yourself at home and enjoy the feast.
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