Best Nightlife in Dublin

"Named after the street on which it lies, Fade Street Social is quite the city centre restaurant. It's got gorgeous interiors, a cracking menu of succulent steaks and cocktails, and a rooftop terrace offering plenty of space for alfresco dinner and drinks in the heart of Dublin."

"Fade Street Social is celebrity chef Dylan McGrath’s baby and it was voted Best Restaurant in Dublin by TripAdvisor readers. That should come as no surprise. We like it because it’s informal and relaxed but with really great food – and it’s got an interesting name."

"The rooftop bar of Fade Street Social is one of the best people watching spots on the planet. Ample seating both inside and outside, and some of the best cocktails in Dublin. These guys have nailed it."

"If you’re serious cocktail drinkers, your hen party needs to go to the Vintage Cocktail Club, a 1920s speakeasy style gem which is right next to Temple Bar. The cocktails are unusual, creative and pretty darn good. Basically every cocktail is an adventure."

"If you are looking for something outside the ordinary pub, this is a must. The speakeasy-themed bar offers amazing drinks and food. The decor on the roof top makes it seem like you have traveled back in time for one of their specialty drinks!"

"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."

"Opium is Dublin’s finest Pan Asian Restaurant, Cocktail Bar, night life destination and event space. Home to four equally different event spaces under one roof, Opium Venue incorporates a decadent lounge, Indoor Garden, Spacious main venue and a restaurant that elegantly marries influences from the..."

"A sleek den of drinking, dining and dancing in Dublin, Opium is a fun restaurant that'll carry you through from dusk 'till dawn. Join them for Asian-inspired plates for dinner you'll swoon over seasonal dishes with cocktails before going to the club to shake it all off."

"Described on Tripadvisor as a ‘fusion of the casual elegance of a Parisian brasserie with the dynamism of a New York eatery’, this gorgeous city centre bar and restaurant has a fantastic brunch menu. They serve buttermilk pancakes with either apricots, Greek yoghurt, orange blossom honey, and pistachios, or with bacon, blueberries, and maple syrup. And if you’re looking for something healthier, they also have oat pancakes with organic nut butter, banana, cacao nibs, and toasted pecan."

"This bright and airy brasserie boasts a chic aesthetic to please even the pickiest of Instagrammers. With lofty ceilings, marble tables, and a sunny outdoor terrace, Balfe's is one of the best restaurants in Dublin, offering everything from weekend brunches through to date night dinners."

"Balfes brasserie in The Westbury Hotel is all about a plush dining experience. No plastic cutlery in here, oh no. Expect beautifully presented cuisine, marble tables, deep leather booths and very flattering lighting – perfect for that post-meal selfie."

"There's a café space, all comfy leather seats and tweed Chesterfield sofas, and it's open all day for light bites and wine. Later, the candles are lit in the darker dining space at the rear; while downstairs you'll find a fantastic wine bar. The original winning ingredients remain intact: wonderful cocktail and European wine lists; great pizza, fresh pasta, and charcuterie and cheese sharing plates (€15-€25/£13-£22); elegant desserts; live music kicking off in the evenings – and art everywhere."

"The French have one of the most famous cuisines in the world, so it comes as no surprise that the French-inspired brunch menu at Dublin’s L’Geuleton is a big crowd-pleaser. Hungry patrons come here to eat delicacies like fried potato has, grilled sea bass, French-inspired vanilla crepes with caramelised banana, maple butter, and butterscotch sauce. The homemade beef burgers are also a popular option with customers, as well as gnocchi with hazelnuts, greens, sundried tomato, and mozzarella."

"You can sit outside nursing a glass of wine in the sun and watching the hustle and bustle of Fade Street or tuck yourself away from the madness inside. The venue is huge with a homely, rustic feel to it - tables are lit by candle and 70s music played across the room. The food is surprisingly good, all with a French twist so if you're a fan of foie gras and onion soup this is the place for you."

"L’Gueuleton has always had stunning Parisian-style canopies, over it’s red brick front, but now they are really coming into their own. They’ve got seats and barrels for customers to sit or stand at, and twinkly lights overhead to gaze at. L’Gueuleton is a nice spot for a date and great vantage point to watch everyone run around Fade Street in the rain."

"Wouldn’t the world be a better place if everyone had a “bangers and mash” every once in a while?. The sound of that dish alone!. The juicy sausage laid out on a …"

"This Chapelizod haunt has been busy upgrading their beer garden over the past few weeks in preparation for outdoor dining this summer and has a capacity of 190 people. Owner Declan Cummins said: "'Where the Strawberry Beds sweep down to Liffey, and kissed away the worries from my brow'. As famously sang by Ronnie Drew, the Strawberry Hall are ready to make it all better this summer with our beautiful new riverside beer garden."

"Opened back in 2009, the Golden Elephant Asian Restaurant is all about made-to-order Chinese dishes prepared from fresh local produce. They use traditional recipes with lots of oriental spices and offer a wide range of sizzling dishes like prawn Malaysian sambal sauce and fillet beef black bean. I had the signature steam seabass in ginger scallion a while ago and it was extremely tasty."

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"Average Rating - 4.3Total Number of Ratings - 50+Location - SwordsAverage price - £££Review - Amazing!. They should fix the menu some bits aren't correct. View Camile Thai Swords Menu"

"Average Rating - 4.5Total Number of Ratings - 50+Location - Dublin City NorthAverage price - £££Review - Food was well prepared and timely delivered. View Camile Thai Menu"

"There are a number of great free museums in Dublin which include the National Museum of Ireland, National Gallery of Ireland, Dublin City Hall, and the Irish Museum of Modern Art. Also keep an eye out for discount cards, coupons, and special deals to save money on tickets, tours, and meals."

"This beautiful Georgian structure was originally built by Thomas Cooley as the Royal Exchange between 1769 and 1779, and botched in the mid-19th century when it became the offices of the local government (hence..."

"Magnificent Castletown House simply has no peer. It is Ireland’s most imposing Georgian estate, and a testament to the vast wealth enjoyed by the Anglo-Irish gentry during the 18th century. Hour-long guided tours begin at noon and 3pm, offering an insight into how the 1% made out in the 18th century; otherwise you can wander at will. Don't miss a stroll down to the river for grand views back to the house. Castletown is signposted from junction 6 on the M4."

"There are few buildings that reflect the changing and often turbulent political history of Ireland better than Dublin Castle. A castle has stood here for nearly 900 years, with most of the current building dating from the 18th century, and until the Anglo-Irish treaty of 1921, it was the seat of the English and British governments in Ireland (the building itself witnessed several major events in the struggle for independence). Since then, it has hosted the inaugurations of Irish presidents, and also welcomed thousands of visitors as one of Ireland’s best tourist attractions."

"Dublin Castle is right in the heart of the city - and it’s a great location if you’re a Dublin Music Photographer too. It’s right opposite the Olympia, so any bands that might need a quick portrait for tomorrow’s papers with a scenic backdrop are in luck. Again, you probably shouldn’t be tearing around the place with all your gear if you don’t want to get thrown out, but this is another ideal spot for a prime lens and reflector set-up."

"It would be almost blasphemous for me to make a “Best Castles in Dublin” list without including Dublin Castle. Right in the heart of the city, the castle was originally built in 1204 as a residence for the British monarch’s Irish representative. From then on until 1922, Dublin Castle has served as the seat of British rule in Ireland."

"Despite its great location a couple of minutes walk from Grafton Street — and although the locals love and adore it — visitors haven’t really caught on to it quite yet. Blazing Salads offers a salad buffet that will rock your world!. It includes a variety of textures, colors, and flavors that taste as great as they look, with a wide range of clearly labeled vegan options."

"A deli and catering brand synonymous with central Dublin, the name is a cheeky riff on the Seventies movie and the concept is pay-per-weight. Grab a take-out container and good luck choosing between the enticing, daily-changing line-up of salads at this popular Drury Street beacon."

"With locations across central Dublin, Govindas is a great place to stop into for lunch. You walk up to the counter and ask for a regular or large plate, and the kind soul serving you proceeds to pile it high with homemade Indian-ish tasty glop. Their food isn’t as intensely flavorful as traditional Indian, but it’s so cheap and satisfying (and the soft Hare Krishna chanting playing in the background is so soothing) that I’m never disappointed."

"Govinda’s give customers an entirely veggie and plan-based experience with a host of unique flavours to their name. They offer chickpea curries, mouth-watering samosas, tofu satay and much more. If you’ve still got room there’s trays of vegan cakes to add the cherry to your hearty meal."

"Govinda’s is a very affordable Indian restaurant that has a completely vegetarian menu with plenty of vegan options, too. It’s located just on the north side of the river near Arnotts Department Store. The best part about this restaurant is their daily plates."