Cheap Places to Eat in Dublin

"Hidden away in a building in the buzzing Temple Bar area of Dublin, the Vintage Cocktail Club is a 1920s chic cocktail bar, set over three floors, including a fantastic rooftop terrace. Not fantastic because of breathtaking panoramic views, but because of the very cool and cosy decor, and the amazing cocktails served. Hard to find, but worth the search for a calm and cosy atmosphere and a highly impressive cocktail menu, with unique creations made to perfection."

"Vintage Cocktail Club's rooftop bar area is one of Dublin's finest. Make your way through their menu of illicit vintage-inspired sips while cosying up under heaters or topping up the tan (weather depending, obvs) and soaking up the always-bustling atmosphere of this quirky bar."

"The ever elusive V.C.C. is just one big dreamy mystery, and we just love it. On their top floor, the rooftop bar doubles as a smoking area. A beautiful view, if there's no rain of course."

"Bunsen is the newest addition to the Wexford Street food trail and it promises authentic, American-style hamburgers with the perfect arrangement of beef, bun, cheese and toppings. Proprietor Tom Gleeson went through 12 different prototypes before settling on his current recipe and it's an excellent combination. Expect perfectly cooked Aberdeen Angus beef, oozy cheese, a soft bun and crunchy fried, all served on a classic red, plastic tray with a milkshake."

"Bunsen does burgers that melt in your mouth and they're meat is super juicy. If you're ever in Dublin you have to go to Bunsen.Also Read: The 8 Juiciest Burgers In All Of Dublin. Add us on Snapchat – @collegetimesct"

"The tag line says Straight Up Burgers, but Bunsen serves only the tastiest, most succulent lumps of prime beef cooked to perfection and served between two halves of a homemade bap."

"There's no better place to eat brunch than by the beautiful canal. Angelina's know exactly how to do brunch, whether you're looking for sweet or savoury."

"Da Mimmo is not exactly a tourist spot, and is considered by many to be one of Dublin’s best-kept secrets due to its familiar and cosy atmosphere. They serve large portions at affordable prices and both the pizzas and the pasta taste just like they would in Italy. Try the penne alla Norma with grated salted ricotta cheese and the pizza bianca with mozzarella cheese, Italian sausage, mushrooms, gorgonzola cheese and Parmesan."

"Located in the East Wall neighbourhood of North Dublin, Da Mimmo serve up quality pizza, pasta, and other Italian staples in a friendly and casual cafe-style dining area. Their wood-fired pizza is excellent and a contender for the best pizza in the capital. For a cosy, hearty, and tasty Italian lunch, it is hard to look past Da Mimmo."

"An informal setting, great banter from the staff and amazing Italian cooking makes Da Mimmo one of the most popular Italians in town. Tasty pizza, gorge pasta, cheerful prices - sure you can't go wrong."

"This 200 seater beer garden in Clondalkin has had finishing touches added to it over the past few days, so make sure to pay a visit. General manager Damien Long said: "The staff are excited and a little apprehensive as it has been so long off. I think we'll be grand when we get going."

"Lee’s Charming Noodles is simply one of the must-visit Chinese dining venues when visiting Dublin. It’s extremely popular with both Dubliners and tourists alike because of their signature dishes, roast duck soup noodles and chow mein. Expect to find plenty of other Chinese stir fry options, as well as an array of gluten-free dishes and options for vegetarians."

"Welcoming diners since 2005, the laid-back and amiable mood of Lee’s Charming Noodles is ideal for catching up with friends, meetings or parties. An exploratory visit to this restaurant is worth it. The staff is always smiling and eager to be at your service so that you thoroughly enjoy your visit."

"The final entry on our list is Lee’s Charming Noodles, located on Parnell Street in the city centre. This delightful noodle joint serve up some of the best noodles in Dublin and offer amazing value. Location: Number 105, Parnell Street, Dublin"

"A luxurious boutique hotel and restaurant overlooking St Stephen’s Green, this Dublin seafood venue embraces its nautical theme. With silver wall-mounted lamps in the shape of scallop shells, parquet floors and accent colours of white and navy blue, the maritime-style interior is reflected in the seafood-focussed menu. Book in for lunch or dinner, sample some freshwater beluga caviar at the oyster and champagne bar, or try the “afternoon sea”."

"Cliff Townhouse is a charming restaurant with rooms offering comfortable accommodation and an unsurpassed location in the heart of Dublin, looking across St Stephen’s Green. It’s set within a well-maintained Georgian townhouse, with vast sash windows, stucco ceilings and fine dimensions. Each of the nine rooms is beautifully appointed with antique furnishings and luxurious finishes; the views of the Green are superlative."

"Imposing, graceful, intimate: Cliff Townhouse is a charming restaurant with rooms offering comfortable accommodation and an unsurpassed location in the heart of Dublin."

"Why: Specialising specifically in the food of the Italian island or Sardinia, Wallace’s Asti offers something a little different to your average Italian restaurant. While the North Dublin restaurant does have pizzas and pasta on the menu, it’s the traditional Sardinian dishes, such as zuppa gallurese (bread baked in meat stock and pecorino cheese) and tuna speck, which are particularly worth trying. With an impressively lengthy wine list to boot, Wallace’s Asti is a perfect option for an evening of indulgence.Where: 15 Russell Street, Drumcondra, D01 VW02"

"Located in Temple Bar, the Project Arts Centre has become a leader in contemporary artistic practice in Dublin and in Ireland. It also hosts local and international festivals like the Dublin Writers Festival, the Dublin Theatre Festival or the Dublin Fringe Festival."

"Tucked away in the historic cobbled streets of Temple Bar is Project Arts Centre, Dublin's best kept secret, a venue packed full of surprises."

"Again, you will have done your homework and booked something in advance, we hope (though there always is a chance to get late tickets even for the Abbey Theatre, with a bit of luck). If you are set on enjoying an Irish night out, a large number of pubs offer their services and many also provide entertainment (free or for a small fee in most cases). Just follow the crowds, which will, more than likely, bring you to the Temple Bar area."

"Here's where you'll find some of the tastiest and most affordable fish in Dublin. The fish and chips dishes are amazing (obviously), but there's something about their calamari that is just perfect. You'll find one in Howth, Clontarf, Malahide, and off both Dame Street and Mespil Road."

"More than 51,000 spectators regularly pack themselves into the local Aviva Stadium in Dublin, whenever it’s time to watch a world-class recreation of athletics. Home to both the Irish rugby national team and the Republic of Ireland football team, Aviva Stadium is used on a frequent basis, depending on rotating athletic schedules and availability. By size, Aviva Stadium qualifies as the third-largest stadium in all of Ireland and was in 2011 the home for the Europa League Final."

"Home to Ireland’s rugby team, it’s a state-of -the art stadium that has hosted some of the most nail-biting matches in history. Get the kids involved on a behind-the-scenes guided tour and visit the team’s changing rooms; walk them down the players’ tunnel and show them the shiny trophies of victory."

"The almost organic form of the massive Aviva Stadium make it an attraction in its own way - though maybe only for sports fans and architects. You can glimpse the glass construction from the Liffey, the Grand Canal Docks, or close-up in Lansdowne Road. Continue to 7 of 15 below."

"In commemoration of the Irish men and women who valiantly fought and killed during the First World War, this park was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens. The centerpiece of the gardens, the Circular Rose Garden pond, can be found in the Sunken Garden of Remembrance, where you can take a relaxing stroll. If you take pride in Irish history, do take a walk at the Great Cross of Sacrifice, wreathed with flowers of commemoration."

"Located in Islandbridge, Dublin, the National War Memorial Gardens is a beautiful but somber memorial. The property is dedicated to the nearly 50,000 Irish soldiers who sacrificed their lives during The Great War from 1914-1918. The First World War had such an earth shattering impact throughout Europe that various countries sought a suitable way to pay homage to those who lost their lives."

"These gardens are dedicated to all the Irish soldiers who fought in WWI. It’s a quaint setting to relax in, with a rose garden, fountains, and wonderful architecture around the grounds. Just like St. Patrick’s Park, the memorial gardens sit right by the bed of the River Liffey."