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El Silencio, Dublin 2, County Dublin

El Silencio

4.5
4.5
323 Reviews
€31 to €50
Contemporary Mexican

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2 people
19:00
Booked 21 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
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, Thu 18:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 18:00–00:00
  • Phone number
    066 666 6666
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual

What 323 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
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Dublin

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Dublin

    Hot spot

  • Dublin

    Lively

  • Dublin 2

    Innovative

  • Dublin 2

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Dublin 2

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Dublin 2

    Hot spot

  • Dublin 2

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Silencio is a lively and intimate speakeasy in Dublin, celebrated for its "best margaritas in town" and "amazing tacos." The atmosphere is fun and energetic, ideal for date nights or gatherings. While the menu offers authentic flavors, some patrons desire more variety. Highly praised for its "outstanding service," El Silencio is a must-visit for cocktail enthusiasts and taco lovers.

323 Reviews
  1. Brittani

    Denver10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Super cozy place to have dinner and drinks. Amazing margaritas!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    London2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I know that people like this place but the food was not good 😐 the chicken tacos were awful, looked like tuna not chicken. Overall the food did not have any taste, bland and just not good.

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  3. Gavin

    Dublin1 review

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Wouldn't recommend for food, so if it's Mexican food you are looking for I wouldn't recommend. The vibe was slightly on the dark side so if this is the vibe you enjoy, check it out, just not for me.

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  4. Rowena VIP

    Fort Lauderdale15 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 26 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It is a very cool concept. You need to find the secret door to access this quaint restaurant and bar. It is small in size so you want a reservation. The menu is limited, but somehow with enough options for everyone (that’s impressive to pull off). I got the vegan tray. It was very good and pleasantly spicy. It was disappointing that they only serve tequila or beer. There was no wine or whiskey. The server was very nice, but later disappeared. We had to flag down a different server to close out the evening. All in all, it was a cool experience.

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  5. Annemarie

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing staff and margartitas! The corn taco is out of this world!

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  6. Shelly

    Dublin3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Creamed sweetcorn was delicious. The food is lovely but it was cold so wear a jumper!!

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  7. Claire

    Dublin1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 16 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was delicious, we tried 6 different tacos between us and left nothing. The only negative was that one that didn’t sound spicy at all on the menu came out pretty hot, so if you aren’t into a lot of spice check with your server before ordering. Cocktails are all tequila/mescal based so not a lot of drink options if you aren’t a fan, but if you are you’re in the right place!

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  8. Marcus

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible margaritas and amazing food! The portions are perfectly balanced—not too much, not too little—so you can enjoy your meal without feeling overwhelmed. Plus, it’s the ideal setup to savor their drinks while making the most of your 2-hour reservation. Highly recommend!

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  9. James

    Charleston9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great speakeasy for drinks with your friends, partner, friend, spouse, drinking:date

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  10. Killian

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, margaritas were delish, and staff were lovely:) Love it

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El Silencio is rated 4.5 stars by 323 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 21 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, Thu 18:00–23:00 Fri, 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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