Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Grand Canal Dock (D2)

88 restaurants available nearby

1. Charlotte Quay

4.6

Exceptional(1059)

Price: Moderate

• European • Grand Canal Dock (D4)

Located in the heart of Dublins Tech Hub, Charlotte Quay is a warm, relaxed restaurant boasting spectacular, panoramic water views over Grand Canal Dock. At Charlotte Quay, we’re all about sourcing locally. We believe in using only the best Irish produce to create fresh, exciting dishes with a Mediterranean feel.Charlotte Quay restaurant and bar provides the perfect setting for a unique dining experience, whether that be a long, boozy lunch, dinner or relaxed weekend brunch. Only a 7 minute walk from The Bord Gais Theatre, CQ is the ideal destination for a pre-show dinner and bottle of wine.So, if good food, wine and a stunning location is what you’re after, Charlotte Quay is the place for you!

2. Mackenzie's

4.1

Excellent(1597)

Price: Expensive

• International • Grand Canal Dock (D2)

Booked 38 times today

Welcome to Mackenzie's! Whatever the taste, whatever the occasion, Mackenzie's promises something for everyone: Our mains range from woodfired pizzas, pastas, seafood, burger, steaks, fish and salads. Choose from a mouth-watering selection of hearty and comforting desserts with an equally diverse drinks menu, choose from a range of creative cocktails and wines. Vegan and gluten free alternatives also available. Celebrating a no frills menu big on taste and designed to be enjoyed with groups of family and friends… however big or small. Our Brunch menu is only served on Saturdays and Sundays.Our Dinner Set Menu is Mandatory for ALL groups of 10 or above.

3. Hawksmoor Dublin

4.4

Awesome(2321)

Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Dame Street

Booked 165 times today

The Hawksmoor Dublin menu is equally steak and seafood, receiving some of the freshest produce high standard Irish beef, as well as cocktails made by award-winning bartenders.

4. Floritz

4.5

Awesome(137)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • South City Centre

Booked 25 times today

Floritz — a contemporary, Asian-inspired dining experience. We use fine Irish ingredients and the best of our exceptional global larder. Our opulent setting takes inspiration from exotic lands, and from the adventures of the original owner of Nº22, who travelled the Far East in the 18th century. Perfect for the adventurous and designed to be explored, enjoy our modern dishes, layered with far-away flavours.

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5. The Ivy Dawson Street

4.4

Awesome(10820)

Price: Expensive

• Irish • South City Centre

Booked 192 times today

The Ivy Collection has crossed the Irish Sea to open its first international brasserie in the heart of Dublin at the new landmark building of One Molesworth, Dawson Street. The Ivy Dawson Street brings a touch of Ivy magic to Ireland, offering effortless glamour and a varied mix of classics and locally inspired dishes.

6. Ryleigh's

4.6

Exceptional(2474)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • North Wall

Booked 43 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.

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7. Boeuf and Frites (Temple Bar)

4.4

Awesome(1012)

Price: Moderate

• Irish • Temple Bar

Booked 160 times today

Welcome to Boeuf and FritesSimplicity Done Well.At Boeuf and Frites we use grass-fed Irish Beef, using only prime cuts of Fillet and Striploin, expertly chargrilled to your preferred temperature.All Chicken is Irish free range, which is chargrilled to perfection, using Boeufs signature seasoning.Bon Appetit

8. Grano Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(1470)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Stoneybatter

Booked 41 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.

9. Kicky's

4.7

Exceptional(123)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • South City Centre

Booked 38 times today

Kicky’s bring together Dublin’s top culinary and hospitality professionals. Inspired by the flavours of the Mediterranean palette and augmented by the finest Irish ingredients, outstanding ambience and service.

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10. SOLE Seafood & Grill

4.6

Exceptional(4111)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • South William Street

Booked 45 times today

SOLE Seafood & Grill encapsulates the true taste of Ireland in the heart of Dublin, offering the ultimate dining experience for any occasion. A restaurant like no other; the chic interior is complemented by a stylish bar and tasteful food and drinks menu. Enjoy a warm Irish welcome in this stylish restaurant where the pleasure of fine wine and great food meets. From shore to soil, provenance is paramount in producing a menu full of show-stopping dishes such as the Captain’s Seafood Platter; a two-tier shared tower of grilled Irish lobster and steamed Roaring water Bay mussels, plus fresh oysters, prawns and Howth smoked Irish salmon, served with Guinness brown soda bread and traditional seafood accompaniments and sauces; or the Sole Meunière; a whole Dover sole, which is filleted at the table for you. Whatever the occasion, whatever your needs, we can assure you a memorable night of luxury and laughter at SOLE.

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Ian
Las Vegas •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Lovely evening and gorgeous food. After desert we were left for over 30 mins to see if we wanted coffee or a drink. So grabbed the cheque and left.
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FloritzPrice: Expensive• Global, International• South City Centre
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4.5
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Rob
Dublin •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Had a lovely evening. Food was excellent and the manager Alex looked after us really well. Steak was delicious as were the chips. Would defo go back for another steak!
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Hawksmoor DublinPrice: Expensive• undefined• Dame Street
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4.4
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Richard
Dublin •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Really enjoyed visiting. The food is slightly overpriced in and of itself but more than made up for by the experience in terms of ambience. Overall, first time going but not the last!
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The Ivy Dawson StreetPrice: Expensive• Irish• South City Centre
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4.4
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Fahey
Shropshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
My seating requests were followed making it very comfortable with a child.
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Mackenzie'sPrice: Expensive• International• Grand Canal Dock (D2)
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4.1
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Caroline
London •7 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 16, 2024
Really great food in a restaurant with a lovely ambiance in a good setting. White chocolate panacotta was divine.
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Charlotte QuayPrice: Moderate• European• Grand Canal Dock (D4)
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4.6

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88 restaurants available nearby

1. Charlotte Quay

2. Mackenzie's

3. Hawksmoor Dublin

4. Floritz

5. The Ivy Dawson Street

6. Ryleigh's

7. Boeuf and Frites (Temple Bar)

8. Grano Restaurant

9. Kicky's

10. SOLE Seafood & Grill

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