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El Silencio, Dublin 2, County Dublin

El Silencio

4.5
4.5
301 Reviews
€31 to €50
Contemporary Mexican

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2 people
19:00
Booked 16 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
Shhhhh El Silencio doesn't exist - we don't have a website or phone number but you can message us on instagram: @el_silencio_fff
Our address is; Find the SECRET DOOR [inside] Pablo Picante Burrito Bar, 4 Clarendon Market, Dublin 2 xx

At El Silencio we specialise in Tacos & Margaritas with a dive-bar ambience. The music is loud and the drinks are strong ¡Andale!

Our tacos use gf corn tortillas from Balam - a Mexican food business set up by Eduardo and his team in Dublin. We have an excellent array of plant-based options too including the Vegan Prison Tray.

Our margaritas (11 different combinations and counting) use only the best 100% agave tequila and mezcal.

We don't mess around with wine/whiskey/vodka/dessert/coffee - just margaritas & tacos cabrones!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    €31 to €50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue, Sun 18:00–22:00 Wed–Sat 18:00–00:00
  • Phone number
    066 666 6666
  • Website
    https://www.instagram.com/el_silencio_fff/
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual

Menu

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What 301 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Dublin

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Dublin 2

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Dublin 2

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Silencio offers an inviting blend of "amazing margaritas" and a "great atmosphere," making it a top spot for cocktails in Dublin. The "friendly staff" add to the charm, and the venue's intimate setting is perfect for a night out. While the food receives mixed reviews, the "tacos and nachos" are often praised, especially on Taco Tuesdays. A must-visit for margarita enthusiasts and those seeking a lively ambiance!

301 Reviews

  1. Elaine

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing. The vibe was fantastic. The food and cocktails were brilliant and couldn’t have been any better. The staff were amazing and couldn’t do enough for you. I cannot wait to go back. It’s officially a staple of any Dublin visit.

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  2. Tara

    Dublin

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    food was very plain and very expensive but a lovely place for cocktails and ambience. staff are lovely and very accommodating

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  3. Paul

    Dublin

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place. Only second time visiting, but it is a really cool spot. Great for that fun, laugh aloud dinner and drinks night out with friends, no pretentiousness or fancy frills… straight up tequila shots, margaritas, and tacos ❤️. Margaritas are amazing, and the food is really good! Last time we went with a group and we ordered a selection of taco’s and margaritas to try as much as possible on the menu. The tacos are amazing!!! This time with just the two of us, I was able to pick my favourites, which wasn’t easy as everything is kinda delicious! I also love both the J-Dilla and the triple-z so we ordered them as sides with our tacos! Staff are amazing, really friendly and super attentive… never a dry glass 😁 100% recommend this place, and I will definitely be going back.

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  4. Aileen

    Leicestershire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 29 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The street corn and the spicy chicken tacos were incredible, even the alcohol-free marg was great

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  5. Tracy

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We only went for after dinner cocktails but will definitely be back to try out the food. Best mezcal spicy margherita in Dublin

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  6. Robyn

    Dublin

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was ok but nothing amazing. Pork was very tough and bland. Can get better Mexican food elsewhere in Dublin. Service was super rushed, clearing our plates away before we were even finished. In and out in less than 30 minutes, felt like they were just trying to get you out as fast as possible.

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  7. Robyn

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love coming to El Silencio. The atmosphere is great and the staff are super friendly Taco Tuesday’s are great for value, all 6euro. Although cocktails are still what you’d expect in Dublin … expensive (but delicious) !

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  8. Blaithin

    Dublin

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 11 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice range of tacos and other small plates, all very tasty. Staff recommended amount of food required for our group. Beers and margaritas the only drinks options, so if you are a wine drinker you're out of luck. Overall a good experience!

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  9. Lorraine

    Dublin

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 11 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it. Cocktails were great and good & fun was excellent

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  10. GusReis

    Dublin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 5 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere, exotic drinks and spicy food, thanks for having us!

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El Silencio is rated 4.5 stars by 301 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 16 times today
Google Map for El Silencio

The Secret door [INSIDE] Pablo Picante, 4 Clarendon Market, Dublin 2, County Dublin D02 AV84

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    South William Street
  • Area
    South City Centre
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue, Sun 18:00–22:00 Wed–Sat 18:00–00:00
  • Price
    €31 to €50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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