Diners' Choice: Best Service restaurants in Dublin

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Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best service in Dublin? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Antica Venezia

4.8

4.8 (245)

€31 to €50

Italian

Ranelagh

About the restaurant

Antica Venezia was established in 1997 and is still run by its founders. Since then, they have preserved the tradition of excellence in Italian Food and in service with a personal touch. We are located in the attractive and lively village of Ranelagh.

Top review

Vanessa

Dined on 20 Dec 2024

I recently visited this amazing Italian restaurant in Dublin, and I have to say, it’s my favorite so far! The food was absolutely delicious, every dish was bursting with authentic flavors and prepared to perfection. From the appetizers to the desserts, everything was top-notch. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the staff were friendly and attentive.I’ll definitely be coming back.

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4.9

4.9 (1733)

€31 to €50

Mediterranean

Ranelagh

About the restaurant

We currently take bookings for tables for the next 60 days.

We do not take bookings for larger than 6 people. The largest party on regular seating is 5 people.

Please note all tables of 6 or more will be required to eat off our Chefs Sharing Menu.

Mediterranean small plates, fresh pasta and quality cuts of meat where sharing is encouraged. The menu is concise and constantly changing.

Top review

Ciara

Dined 1 day ago

Absolutely gorgeous food and great service, Ciara was fantastic!

The Butcher Grill

4.9

4.9 (564)

€31 to €50

Steak

Ranelagh

About the restaurant

The Butcher Grill and Steakhouse is based at the heart of Ranelagh, which is one of Dublin's southern suburbs. Offering a menu filled with finest cuts of meat and fish from the best producers, grilled to perfection on our wood-smoked grill. The intimate atmosphere of our dining room, combined with personal and relaxed service, provides the perfect sitting in which to enjoy them.

Top review

Niamh

Dined 2 days ago

Food, service and drinks were amazing. We will definitely be back

Lobstar

4.9

4.9 (1068)

€31 to €50

Seafood

Monkstown

About the restaurant

Lobstar is a unique lobster and steak bistro with a sense of casual cool, located in heart of Monkstown. Our aim is to provide great gastronomic experiences through remarkable food and excellent service in a very relaxing and funky environment. We are passionately committed to offering the freshest, greatest ingredients and to presenting a seasonal menu that is locally focused and globally artistic.

Top review

Stephen

Dined on 24 Dec 2024

Brilliant experience... Exceptional whole black sole for 2. Very tasty starters

Mermaid

4.8

4.8 (39)

€31 to €50

Irish

Dun Laoghaire

About the restaurant

Open for dinner Wednesday to Saturday with brunch on the weekends, do try our casual restaurant in the heart of Monkstown for great food and drinks.

Top review

Barbara

Dined 1 day ago

Always an enjoyable experience. Fergal makes you feel so relaxed and very much at home. Food is first class, today we shared several courses, all with great flavours. It's the the 5th time I have brought newbies to this hidden gem.

Pen & Player

4.6

4.6 (69)

€51 and over

Tapas / Small Plates

South City Centre

About the restaurant

Pen & Player Cocktail Bar, Dublin's Premium Cocktail Experience.

The dash of alchemy, a measure of anticipation & a twist of surprise are to be savored slowly.
The spectacle and the show, something to share, something to whisper. Stories we like to tell, other to discover.

Enjoy the best expertly crafted cocktails in Dublin along with our selection of fine wines and spirits.

A light bite gourmet menu is available to compliment our expertly crafted cocktails or fine wines.

Welcome to Pen & Player.

**Kitchen Times: Every day from 4pm to 9:30pm.**

**No-Show will be charged 10€ per person**

Top review

Carolina

Dined 3 days ago

Fantastic experience! Great service! Will definitely be back!

1900 Bar & Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (238)

€30 and under

Irish

South City Centre

About the restaurant

1900 serves modern Irish cuisine and which offers a selection of traditional dishes with a modern twist. The restaurant is located on Harcourt street in Dublin's south city centre. All steaks served have been aged for a minimum of 28 days, this could very well be a deciding factor for steaks lovers.

Top review

Patricia

Dined on 21 Dec 2024

Good food, lovely ambience, and exceptionally nice staff.

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4.8

4.8 (169)

€30 and under

Lebanese

The Liberties

About the restaurant

Dublin's newest Lebanese restaurant, serving fresh modern food located on 117 Cork Street.
100% halal food

Top review

maksim

Dined on 24 Dec 2024

Great food, great service, a little pricy but worth it

The Washerwoman

4.7

4.7 (768)

€30 and under

Irish

Glasnevin

About the restaurant

The Washerwoman, located on Glasnevin Hill (called locally Washerwoman's Hill due to the local story of washerwomen out on the hill with their mangles washing clothes in the Tolka river!)has been a well-loved and treasured restaurant in the area for years now, and is housed in a charming stone cottage which dates in part from 1700.
The menu, befitting of a neighbourhood restaurant, is ideal for a special occasion (think Cote De Boeuf, poached trout, mullet or lamb round)OR a casual dining experience. with healthy and accessible foods for kids , a host of diner classics for teens and big kids(!), and a great weekend brunch offering.

Top review

Stephen’s

Dined on 28 Dec 2024

Always great, service great. Best local restaurant Getting a bit closer to city centre pricing tho 😬

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