Best Casual Restaurants in Rathgar

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282 restaurants available nearby

1. 3fe - Five Points

4.5

Awesome(80)

££££Price: Moderate

• Cafe Dining • Rathgar

Booked 1 time today

Neighbourhood Cafe in the heart of Harold’s Cross, 3fe Five Points is located in a beautiful 1884 red-brick building. Open Monday to Sunday, serving delicious coffee, sandwiches and treats for takeaway.

2. Host

4.9

Exceptional(1779)

££££Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Ranelagh

Booked 27 times today

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.

3. Parrilla Ranelagh

4.5

Awesome(162)

££££Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Ranelagh

Booked 43 times today

Embark on a culinary journey like no other at Parrilla, a vision years in the making and a passion brought to life. Nestled in the heart of Dublin, Parrilla is poised to revolutionise the city's food scene with an enticing blend of upscale Mexican cuisine and vibrant ambiance.

4. The Butcher Grill

4.9

Exceptional(609)

££££Price: Expensive

• Steak • Ranelagh

Booked 26 times today

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.

5. Mama Yo

4.4

Awesome(1888)

££££Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Camden Street

Booked 55 times today

Mama Yo is located on Camden Street in Dublin 2. The menu, which blends traditional Chinese recipes with a contemporary twist, has been created with sharing in mind, so is perfect for groups and family style dining. With an extensive menu covering dim sum style small plates and an array of mains and sides, come prepared to make some tough choices!The stunning interiors of Mama Yo, featuring two full sized trees in the middle of the dining room with bespoke silk lanterns, create a magical and enchanting effect, adding a layer of far eastern exoticism to your dining experience.The restaurant is also extended with a fully roofed and heated Terrace for Dinning or private hire.Our Roast Duck is subject to availability and must be pre-ordered a minimum of 48 hours prior.To pre-order, please make a note on your booking to experience a truly authentic Chinese speciality.

A photo of Boeuf and Frites (Temple Bar) restaurant

6. Boeuf and Frites (Temple Bar)

4.4

Awesome(1347)

££££Price: Moderate

• Irish • Temple Bar

Booked 153 times today

Welcome to Boeuf and FritesSimplicity Done Well.At Boeuf and Frites we use grass-fed Irish Beef, using only prime cuts of Fillet and Striploin, expertly chargrilled to your preferred temperature.All Chicken is Irish free range, which is chargrilled to perfection, using Boeufs signature seasoning.Bon Appetit

7. Doolally

4.6

Exceptional(2327)

££££Price: Expensive

• Indian • South City Centre

Booked 35 times today

Inspired by the India-Irish connection, our food story celebrates authentic regional Indian flavours,seasonal local produce and offers a wide menu of hearty and healthy comfort foods.This is fun food, meant for sharing. Doolally’s menu was originally created in collaboration with Alfred Prasad, a renowned Indian chef,having been awarded a Michelin star at the age of twenty-nine.His unique take on Indian cuisine, combined with Press Up’s vision for quality produce,excellent service and world class design is what makes Doolally special.

A photo of Layla’s Rooftop Restaurant restaurant

8. Layla’s Rooftop Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(1914)

££££Price: Expensive

• Italian • Ranelagh

Booked 18 times today

Flooded with light and surrounded by windows to make the most of the views, Layla’s is vibrant, friendly and delicious. The perfect spot for dining with friends, a hot date, a family celebration – or just because. Layla’s serves up breakfast, lunch and dinner, with brunch every weekend and bank holiday Monday. Head out to the beautiful and spacious terrace for a new perspective of Ranelagh.

A photo of Sophie's @ The Dean Dublin restaurant

9. Sophie's @ The Dean Dublin

4.4

Awesome(3771)

££££Price: Expensive

• European • South City Centre

Booked 68 times today

A glasshouse restaurant, where the weather is our wallpaper. We serve breakfast and dinner 7 days a week. We do lunch on weekdays and brunch at the weekend.Our New York – Italian menu is simple and delicious. Meats, fish, vegetables, fruits, herbs and dairy delivered daily by local suppliers. The restaurant vibe changes from a laid back sunrise through a buzzing sunset. A view like no other in Dublin, cityscape to countryside. No fuss, no formality, book a table and enjoy.Sophie’s Bar is at the very heart of our rooftop restaurant. Pull up a stool and get comfortable at any time, day or night to take in the incredible views of the Dublin skyline while our amazing team of bartenders create a world-class cocktail for you.Head out to our Rooftop Terrace to soak up the sun when it's hot, or wrap up in blankets under our heaters when it’s not.

10. Isabelle's

4.3

Awesome(2458)

££££Price: Expensive

• International • South City Centre

Booked 36 times today

Located just off Grafton Street, Isabelle’s Restaurant & Bar guarantees delicious food, excellent cocktails & wine and professional, friendly service, every time. Our menu has been prepared with love, simple but packed full of flavour. We feature fresh ingredients, delivered daily by local suppliers, ensuring everything on our menu is fresh and utterly delicious. Whether you’re looking for a place to meet family for a leisurely lunch, a catch up with friends over dinner or to take a cocktail break from shopping, we look forward to welcoming you to Isabelle’s. Isabelle’s is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week, with brunch served every weekend and Bank Holiday Monday.

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RodneyVIP
London •41 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Service was excellent. Food was really good. Overall very pleasant experience. Good value
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Mama YoPrice: Expensive• Chinese• Camden Street
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4.4
J
Jenni
Dublin •13 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
The food was delicious, so fresh. The margaritas are so good as well. The staff were really helpful answering any questions we had. Will be back
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Parrilla RanelaghPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Ranelagh
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4.5
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Mark
Berlin •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Excellent food and service. Recommend the chef's sharing menu. The highlight was the striploin beef.
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HostPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Ranelagh
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4.9
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Mark
Dublin •1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 Mar 2025
Our excitement to go was matched with a fantastic experience. Lovely staff, beautiful food.
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The Butcher GrillPrice: Expensive• Steak• Ranelagh
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4.9
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Fiona
Dublin •1 review
4.0
Dined on 14 Feb 2025
Fantastic service, good food but coffee only okay 👍
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3fe - Five PointsPrice: Moderate• Cafe Dining• Rathgar
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4.5

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