Best Cozy Restaurants in Grand Canal Dock (D2)

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1. Forbes Street by Gareth Mullins

4.3

Price: Expensive

• Irish • South City Centre

Booked 1 time today

Executive Head Chef, Gareth Mullins is known for artistically crafting all menu design and food preparation in the hotel’s restaurants and bars. With over 20 years’ experience cooking in five-star hotels in Ireland and Australia, Gareth leads a talented team. His passion for sourcing local Irish produce is found in each recipe he creates. This passion is reflected in Gareth’s Commissioner General of Eurotoques Ireland which consists of 200 of the country’s best-known chefs, producers and educators with an aim to protect our Irish culinary heritage and inspire future generations.

2. Grano Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(1494)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Stoneybatter

Booked 34 times today

GRANO combines fresh natural ingredients, farmed using organic and biodynamic techniques, to create a contemporary cuisine that respects the roots and traditions of Italian cooking.By sourcing our ingredients from small Italian food and wine producers, it is our mission to contribute to the preservation of local food cultures and the revival of ancient cultivation techniques.

3. Mama Yo

4.4

Awesome(1813)

Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Camden Street

Booked 89 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.

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4. Vintage Cocktail Club

4.7

Exceptional(2916)

Price: Moderate

• Modern European • Temple Bar

Booked 49 times today

VCC is a unique, multi award winning, exclusive dining and cocktail experience in the heart of Dublin's Temple Bar. Walk through the cobbled stone streets of one of Ireland's most famous multi cultural vintage quarters in search of our secret door, on finding you will be rewarded with being transported back in time, engulfed in crushed velvet and candle light all whilst enjoying some of Ireland's best cocktails & small plates.

5. Ryleigh's

4.6

Exceptional(2528)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • North Wall

Booked 44 times today

Located on the sixth floor of The Mayson Hotel is Ryleigh’s Rooftop Restaurant, with outdoor terrace. Take in the panoramic vista of the Dublin Mountains, the River Liffey, the city centre and even as far as Dun Laoghaire on a clear day! Comfy leather clad booths line the windows. An open kitchen and grill adds a sense of theatre to the room. Floor to ceiling windows make the most of the views and the only walls in the room are clad in beautiful veined marble. Ryleigh’s serves breakfast, lunch, Brunch (Saturdays, Sundays and Bank holidays) and dinner. Ideal spot to grab a bite with family and friends. The dinner menu features tasty options such as Sizzling Prawns and Beef Tartare to start. A selection of Irish steaks for main (Striploin, Delmonico, Centre Cut Fillet, Tomahawk Ribeye for two, and John Stone's T-Bone for two) cooked over our charcoal grill, Pan-Seared Monkfish and delicious desserts such as Raspberry & white chocolate cheesecake and Sticky Toffee Pudding.

6. Dolce Sicily

4.5

Awesome(438)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • South City Centre

Booked 7 times today

Dolce Sicily is cozy due to its welcoming staff and warm ambiance. Many reviews mention the 'cosy experience', 'pleasant ambience' and 'nice and quiet place'. The restaurant offers private rooms for comfortable parties, contributing to its cozy atmosphere. The restaurant's 'authenticity' and 'friendly staff' are also highlighted in reviews, adding to the cozy dining experience.

7. Kaldero

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4.4

Awesome(61)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • South City Centre

Booked 21 times today

Beneath the shadow of an iconic Dublin landmark, three masterful chefs have come together to introduce an unparalleled culinary experience to the city. Kaldero is more than a restaurant; it’s a fusion of Eastern tradition and bold, contemporary flair that brings the finest Chinese, Indian, and Filipino flavours to a striking new dining destination. Under the expert hands of culinary icons Alfred Prasad, Daren Liew, and Richie Castillo, each dish at Kaldero reflects the extraordinary talent and artistry of its creators. The dining space at Kaldero is a feast for the eyes, designed to complement the artistry on the plate. Rich, reclaimed timber, genuine terracotta tiling, and warm natural materials envelop the room, creating an intimate yet sophisticated setting.Setting the stage for a truly immersive experience, the music at Kaldero is curated by neo-soul artist Uly, whose selection fills the room with vibrant layers of sound that are as dynamic as the dishes themselves.

8. Cellar22

4.5

Awesome(142)

Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • South City Centre

Booked 6 times today

Cellar 22 is a cosy, intimate, downstairs space with an eclectic and wide-ranging wine list that features everything from high-end, old world producers by the bottle or sampled through a Coravin through to dynamic young winemakers making delicious, sustainable wine. With over 30 pouring wines available by the glass and a backbone of classics, our list is perfectly designed for exploration.

9. GiGi

4.8

Exceptional(694)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Ranelagh

Booked 9 times today

Welcome to GiGi authentic Italian cuisine, homemade pasta, great antipasti bar in a cozy and casual environment with a great selection of Italian wines.

10. Isabelle's

4.4

Awesome(2407)

Price: Expensive

• International • South City Centre

Booked 56 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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Anne
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Didn't have food but this is my second time of visiting and it was perfect! A lovely evening and along cocktails
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Vintage Cocktail ClubPrice: Moderate• Modern European• Temple Bar
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4.7
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Ann
Yorkshire •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Fabulous food and ambience. Great music playing and the views are stunning as is the decor. Our server Elisa was first class - friendly, efficient and professional. The whole experience was excellent and the best meal we have had for a long time. Thank you!
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Ryleigh'sPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• North Wall
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4.6
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Sinead
Dublin •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
My siblings and I have visited Mama Yo many times, but this was our first time bringing our parents and we knew you wouldn’t disappoint. The food was exceptional and the service was excellent! My parents are already asking us when we’re going to go back! Keep up the great work guys, we love your restaurant ❤️
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Mama YoPrice: Expensive• Chinese• Camden Street
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4.4
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Silvana
Guatemala •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 24, 2024
We wanted a place to spend Christmas Eve with a nice dinner, Forbes Street by Gareth Mullins exceeded our expectations! The food was delicious, the place was elegant and tasteful, and the service was amazing. We would definitely come back!
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Forbes Street by Gareth MullinsPrice: Expensive• Irish• South City Centre
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4.3
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Rick
Dublin •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 22, 2024
Great experience and the waiter Bianca was great with the suggestions and real interest in helping us! Food & wine were great as well!
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Grano RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Italian• Stoneybatter
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4.9

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1. Forbes Street by Gareth Mullins

2. Grano Restaurant

3. Mama Yo

4. Vintage Cocktail Club

5. Ryleigh's

6. Dolce Sicily

7. Kaldero

8. Cellar22

9. GiGi

10. Isabelle's

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