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The Little Kitchen, Dublin 4, Dublin

The Little Kitchen

4.7
4.7
553 Reviews
€30 and under
Irish

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2 people
19:00
Booked 3 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Our Mission

is a simple one, to deliver the finest food from quality local ingredients and suppliers and welcoming friendly service environment to enjoy it all in and without a scary bill on the end. whether it's a small meal out to give yourself a night off from the washing up, a family gathering, birthday or special occasion of any kind. 

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    €30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Irish, Modern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Wed–Sat 12:00–15:30 Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00–15:30 Dinner Tue–Sat 16:00–21:30
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Arsen Hoxha
  • Area
    South City Centre
  • Cross Street
    10 minutes walk from Stephen's green or Ranelagh/Donnybrook
  • Parking details
    parking is free after 7pm Monday to Saturday. Sunday all day free on Leeson Street upper and surrounding streets
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 553 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Dublin

    Best Value

  • Dublin

    Irish

  • Dublin 2

    Best Overall

  • Dublin 2

    Best Food

  • Dublin 2

    Best Service

  • Dublin 2

    Best Value

  • Dublin 2

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Dublin 2

    Irish

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Little Kitchen in Dublin offers a "flavourful punch" in a "cozy, small" setting. Known for "outstanding food," it delights with dishes like "melt in the mouth beef" and "divine creme brulee." The "friendly, attentive staff" enhance the experience, making it a "hidden gem" with "great value" early bird specials.
553 Reviews
  1. Sarah

    London4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very tasty starter and main, slightly overseasoned hence 4 stars instead of 5. Delicious dessert, good ambience, pleasant staff and good value for money. A really nice little restaurant, would recommend and return

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  2. MikeS

    Atlanta4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Thoroughly enjoyable meal - each course, in fact each element of the courses, was cooked to perfection. Main course options are relatively simple (and all the better for that) and accompanied by good quality vegetables. We were there for lunch which is very good value for 2 or 3 courses. We tried a couple of wines but the glass, each of which were very pleasant. It’s a small restaurant, just outside the canal and feels relaxed - a restaurant where you can enjoy your food without feeling rushed. Would strongly recommend.

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  3. Cameron

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent, the best ribeye I have had in years.

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  4. Michael

    Dublin2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A group of 6 friends had a very enjoyable evening in the Little Kitchen restaurant. Availing of the early bird menu, the choice was excellent and the food was exceptionally delicious. Highly recommend the prawn risotto starter and all were very happy with their mains. The lamb is the best I’ve had in any Irish restaurant. Service was excellent and overall, great value .

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  5. PaddyG

    Dublin1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Very good food but service can be slow, we were waiting a long time for our starter and then a waiter asked us if we had the starter which was strange

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  6. Clodagh

    Dublin4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tasty food, good value & great service. Only a 20 min walk from luas in Ranelagh, without the rushed packed feeling of a Ranelagh restaurant.

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  7. Al

    Dublin3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We quite enjoyed our meal at The Little Kitchen. All four of us went for seafood options. The food was very good and the overall price was reasonable.

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  8. ThomasO

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    6 of us had a lovely lunch in the intimate surroundings of the LK. Great friendly service.

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  9. Paul VIP

    Dublin23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, excellent friendly service and lovely atmosphere. Bring your own bottle is a very attractive option.

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  10. Helen

    Dublin6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely food and service. Great ambience in the restaurant.

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FAQs

The Little Kitchen does offer delivery in partnership with Just Eat.

The Little Kitchen is rated 4.7 stars by 553 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 3 times today
Google Map for The Little Kitchen

129 Leeson Street Upper, Dublin 4, Dublin D04 YX03

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    10 minutes walk from Stephen's green or Ranelagh/Donnybrook
  • Area
    South City Centre
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Wed–Sat 12:00–15:30 Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00–15:30 Dinner Tue–Sat 16:00–21:30
  • Price
    €30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Irish, Modern European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    parking is free after 7pm Monday to Saturday. Sunday all day free on Leeson Street upper and surrounding streets
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Arsen Hoxha
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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