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Doolally, Dublin, Co. Dublin

Doolally

4.6
4.6
2260 Reviews
€31 to €50
Indian

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2 people
10:30 p.m.
Booked 44 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    €31 to €50
  • Cuisines
    Indian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (01) 533 7562
  • Website
    http://doolally.ie/
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Celebrating something special?A big day or a birthday bash.Doolally’s is available for Private Hire, Events, and just about anything in between.
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Menu

Starters

  • Onion Bhaji€10.20

    Onion slivers and samphire coated with gram flour and spices

    • Beetroot Shikampuri€11.45

      Spiced beetroot cake, cream-cheese filling, pistachio crust

      • Mussels and clam moilee€13.45

        Keralan ginger-turmeric-coconut broth with soda bread

        • Tangra chilli chicken€10.95

          Kolkata-Chinese stir-fry, peppers, chillies and soy

          • Club style fish fingers€15.45

            Calcutta style crumbed fish finger, kasundi mustard

            • Crispy idli€9.90

              Cubed fried rice pancakes, tossed in spices & served with tomato & coconut chutney

              • Lamb shami€14.45

                Slow cooked shredded lamb with a spiced cream cheese filling

                • Chicken Tikka Caesar salad€13.95

                  Caesar style salad with tandoor chicken tikka and pickled onions

                  • Prawn Masala€12.45

                    Tiger prawns, masala sauce, sesame & chilli dust

                    • Tastig plate€15.45

                      Onion Bhaji, crispy idli, lamb shami, prawn masala

                      Chaat bar

                      • Burrata Patta Chaat€13.45

                        Burrata, kale tempura, chickpeas masala, sev, chutneys and pomegranate

                        • Ragda Pattice€11.45

                          Spiced potato cakes, curried chickpeas, blueberries, chutneys and yogurt

                          • Pav bhaji fondue€9.20

                            Pumpkin and potato mash, toasted brioche with kachumber, grated Dubliner cheese and Kerrygold butter

                            • Kheema pav€11.45

                              Mince meat, petit pois, toasted brioche

                              Curry

                              Served with pilau or basmati rice

                              • Paneer Makhni€21.70

                                Punjabi style paneer in a sauce of creamed tomatoes and fenugreek

                                • Prawn Jalfrezi €28.20

                                  Tiger prawns tossed with onion-tomato masala and mixed peppers

                                  • Butter chicken€24.95

                                    Chicken thigh poached in a fragrant creamy tomato sauce

                                    • Murgh tikka masala €25.95

                                      Chicken tikka, fenugreek, smokey onion, tomato sauce

                                      • Lamb rogan josh€27.95

                                        Lamb curry with browned onions, pureed tomato and spices

                                        • Kadhai vegetables€21.70

                                          Seasonal vegetables in a tomato sauce flavoured with kadhai spices

                                          • Paneer & corn saag€21.70

                                            Spinach, dill and fenugreek puree, paneer, sweet corn kernels and browned garlic

                                            • Chicken Korma€24.95

                                              Chicken breast simmered in a silky cashew nut sauce with spices and saffron

                                              • Saag gosht€26.95

                                                Lamb curry with onion-tomato masala, finished with pureed spinach

                                                • Mushroom matar€20.70

                                                  Portobello mushroom and petit pois in a spiced onion tomato masala

                                                  • Bhindi masala€20.70

                                                    Stir-fried okra with onions, tomatoes and spices

                                                    • Kerala prawn curry€28.70

                                                      Jumbo prawns simmered in a coconut milk based spiced curry

                                                      • Chole Masala€21.70

                                                        Doolally special chickpeas masala with hints of spice and sour

                                                        • Bhuna gosht€25.95

                                                          Gently simmered lamb bhuna, exotic spices, ginger, chilli

                                                          • Dal makhni€21.70

                                                            Signature black lentils slow cooked for 36 hours with ginger, tomato, butter & cream

                                                            Biryani

                                                            Limited availability - available from 5pm daily

                                                            • Chicken biryani€22.95

                                                              One pot chicken dish with basmati rice, browned onions, herbs & spices

                                                              • Vegetable biryani €20.75

                                                                One pot vegetable dish with basmati rice, browned onions, herbs & spices

                                                                Kebabs

                                                                House marinated meat or cheese cooked in our charcoal clay oven & served off the skewer with home made dip

                                                                • Paneer tikka€13.95

                                                                  Cream cheese, cardamom and saffron

                                                                  • Malai chicken tikka€14.95

                                                                    Chicken breast, cream cheese and chilli marinade

                                                                    • Chicken tikka€13.45

                                                                      Chicken thigh in a classic tandoori marinade

                                                                      • Doolally chaap €15.75

                                                                        Two Irish lamb chops, paprika, fennel seed and raw papaya

                                                                        • Salmon tulsi€15.75

                                                                          Atlantic salmon pieces, marinated in basil, mint, yogurt and lemon

                                                                          • Tandoori Aloo€12.95

                                                                            Charcoal grilled potato, marinated in spiced yoghurt

                                                                            • Lamb Seekh€14.95

                                                                              Ground lamb kebab marinated in herbs, freshly ground spices and cream cheese

                                                                              • Tandoori Prawns€17.70

                                                                                Jumbo prawns marinated with yogurt & house spices, served with sweet potato chaat.

                                                                                • Bhatti ka murgh€17.50

                                                                                  Chicken breast, punjabi spices, smoked in the tandoor

                                                                                  Naan breads & roti

                                                                                  • Plain naan€3.20

                                                                                    • Garlic & chive naan€3.95

                                                                                      • Bone-marrow butter naan€3.95

                                                                                        • Truffle cheese naan€6.25

                                                                                          • Peshawari, coconut naan €4.95

                                                                                            • Tandoori Roti€3.20

                                                                                              • Blue cheese naan€6.25

                                                                                                Sides

                                                                                                • Seasonal veggies€5.50

                                                                                                  • Gunpowder chips €5.50

                                                                                                    Salt & chilli masala fries

                                                                                                    • Kachumber Salad€4.95

                                                                                                      • Yellow Lentils€6.25

                                                                                                        Tempered yellow lentils with cumin, garlic & fresh coriander

                                                                                                        • Aloo Gobi€6.25

                                                                                                          Cauliflower and potatoes simmered with tomato & spices

                                                                                                          Dessert

                                                                                                          • Gajar ka halwa€8.75

                                                                                                            Traditional North Indian delicacy made with carrots, cooked in ghee, milks & served with raisins & nuts

                                                                                                            • Rice kheer pudding€8.25

                                                                                                              Indian spiced rice pudding, rose scented sago, pistachio crumb

                                                                                                              • Raspberry & white chocolate cheesecake€9.95

                                                                                                                Served with home made berry coulis

                                                                                                                • Chocolate orange crunchy bar€9.95

                                                                                                                  Served with milk chocolate ice cream

                                                                                                                  • Vanilla soft serve sundae€9.25

                                                                                                                    Hot caramel sauce, hot chocolate sauce

                                                                                                                    Last updated: March 26, 2024

                                                                                                                    What 2,260 people are saying

                                                                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                                                    4.6
                                                                                                                    4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                                    • 4.6Food
                                                                                                                    • 4.6Service
                                                                                                                    • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                                                    • 4.2Value

                                                                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                                    Review summary

                                                                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                    Doolally offers a lively dining experience with "amazing food" and "superb service." Known for its vibrant atmosphere, it's perfect for groups and special occasions. The menu features standout dishes like chicken biryani and Calcutta-style fish fingers. While a bit noisy, its "authentic Indian taste" and friendly staff make it a top choice in Dublin.

                                                                                                                    2,260 Reviews

                                                                                                                    1. David Chase

                                                                                                                      Naples

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      3.0

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 2
                                                                                                                      C'était bon mais pas incroyable ou "le meilleur restaurant indien de Dublin" Restaurant très bruillant avec des courants d'air froid Un service sympathique mais lent. J'ai dîné à d'autres restaurants indiens meilleurs à Dublin.

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                                                                                                                    2. Clodagh

                                                                                                                      Dublin

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Great Indian food. The service was super friendly and fast. I would recommend the butter chicken; it was delicious!
                                                                                                                      DoolallyResponded today
                                                                                                                      Hi Clodagh, Thanks for leaving us such a great review. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your overall dining experience with us here in Doolally and we appreciate your positive feedback. We hope to see you again real soon. Thanks, Doolally Team

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                                                                                                                    3. Liam J

                                                                                                                      Dublin

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      3.0

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                                                                      3. Service 1
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                      Charges €5 for water when we wanted tap water. Good food but let down with service leaving more to be desired…
                                                                                                                      DoolallyResponded today
                                                                                                                      Hi Liam, Thanks for leaving the review. We apologise for the misunderstanding with your still water/tap water and would like to note that this was removed from your bill and not paid for when queried. Delighted to hear that you enjoyed your food Thanks/ The Doolally Team

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                                                                                                                    4. Prashant

                                                                                                                      Dublin

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Great food, very spacious Murgh Tikka Masala is highly recommended, one of the best Tikka Masala dishes which I have tried across UK, India and Ireland Staff are so welcoming and friendly :)
                                                                                                                      DoolallyResponded 1 day ago
                                                                                                                      Hi Prashant, Thanks for leaving us such a great review. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your overall dining experience with us here in Doolally and we hope to see you again real soon. Thanks, Doolally Team

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                                                                                                                    5. Eoin

                                                                                                                      Dublin

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Food was really delicious, we were a big group and they were able to find room for us and provide really great service.
                                                                                                                      DoolallyResponded 2 days ago
                                                                                                                      Hi Eoin, Thanks for leaving us a great review. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your overall dining experience with us in Doolally and we always appreciate our customers feedback. Sorry about the tight squeeze on your table! We hope to see you again real soon. Thanks, Doolally Team

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                                                                                                                    6. Gillian

                                                                                                                      Dublin

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Myself and my son had a lovely night in Dolally. It was a very busy Christmas night but the service was excellent. Our server Silas was amazing and made our night extra special. Food was great as were drinks. We will be back!
                                                                                                                      DoolallyResponded 3 days ago
                                                                                                                      Hi Gillian, Thanks for leaving us a great review. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your overall dining experience with us in Doolally and we always appreciate our customers feedback. We'll pass on your regards to Silas. We hope to see you again real soon. Thanks, Doolally Team

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                                                                                                                    7. MuiriosaB

                                                                                                                      Dublin

                                                                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                      Lovely evening, food, service ambience was good. Lovely waiter never got his name but very attentive. Only complaint was the tasting starter plate was a bit sparse.
                                                                                                                      DoolallyResponded 2 days ago
                                                                                                                      Hi Muiriosa, Thanks for leaving us a great review. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your overall dining experience with us in Doolally and we appreciate your feedback on it. We'll pass on your regards to Silas. We hope to see you again real soon. Thanks, Doolally Team

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                                                                                                                    8. carmel ann

                                                                                                                      Dublin

                                                                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Brilliant really enjoyable and great food and service
                                                                                                                      DoolallyResponded 3 days ago
                                                                                                                      Hi Carmel Ann, Thanks for leaving us a great review. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your overall dining experience with us in Doolally and we always appreciate our customers feedback. We hope to see you again real soon. Thanks, Doolally Team

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                                                                                                                    9. Cillian

                                                                                                                      Dublin

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                                      The food was perfect. Also I found the service was absolutely extraordinary as the staff were very friendly and felt welcomed. Would definitely recommend this restaurant.
                                                                                                                      DoolallyResponded 5 days ago
                                                                                                                      Hi Cillian, Thanks for leaving us a great review. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your overall dining experience with us here in Doolally for lunch and we appreciate your positive feedback. We hope to see you again soon. Thanks, Doolally Team

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                                                                                                                    10. Davin

                                                                                                                      Dublin

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      Dined on December 2, 2024

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 2
                                                                                                                      The staff made our night very special and memorable
                                                                                                                      DoolallyResponded 3 days ago
                                                                                                                      Hi Davin, Thanks for leaving us a great review. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your overall dining experience with us in Doolally and we appreciate your feedback. We hope to see you again real soon. Thanks, Doolally Team

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                                                                                                                    FAQs

                                                                                                                    Doolally offers delivery in partnership with Just Eat and Uber Eats. Doolally also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (01) 533 7562.

                                                                                                                    Doolally is rated 4.6 stars by 2260 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                                    Doolally does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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                                                                                                                    2 people
                                                                                                                    10:30 p.m.
                                                                                                                    Booked 44 times today

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                                                                                                                    Google Map for Doolally

                                                                                                                    Ground Floor, The Lennox Building, 47-51 South Richmond Street, Dublin, Co. Dublin D02 FK02

                                                                                                                    Additional information

                                                                                                                    • Neighbourhood
                                                                                                                      South City Centre
                                                                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                                      Lunch Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                                                                                    • Price
                                                                                                                      €31 to €50
                                                                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                                                                      Indian
                                                                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                                                                      Casual Dining
                                                                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                                                                      Smart Casual
                                                                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                                                                      None
                                                                                                                    • Payment Options
                                                                                                                      Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                                    • Additional
                                                                                                                      Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Kosher, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                                                    • Website
                                                                                                                      http://doolally.ie/
                                                                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                                                                      (01) 533 7562
                                                                                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                                                                                      Celebrating something special?A big day or a birthday bash.Doolally’s is available for Private Hire, Events, and just about anything in between.
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