Best Lunch Restaurants in South City Centre

256 restaurants available nearby

1. Hawksmoor Dublin

4.4

Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Dame Street

Booked 133 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.

A photo of The Ivy Dawson Street restaurant

2. The Ivy Dawson Street

4.4

Awesome(10824)

Price: Expensive

• Irish • South City Centre

Booked 201 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.

3. Glovers Alley

4.7

Exceptional(1133)

Price: Very Expensive

• Irish • Grafton Street

Booked 12 times today

Glovers Alley is a fine dining restaurant overlooking the beautiful surrounds of Stephen's Green.Chef/Owner Andy McFadden as and his talented team create beautifully presented, impeccable, elegant dishes while the Front of House team provides an exceptionally memorable guest experience.

A photo of The Saddle Room at the Shelbourne Hotel restaurant

4. The Saddle Room at the Shelbourne Hotel

4.6

Exceptional(1684)

Price: Very Expensive

• Irish • South City Centre

Booked 24 times today

The Saddle Room Restaurant is at the heart of Dublin city and proud owner of the title of “Best Hotel Restaurant in Dublin 2022”.Enjoy the exquisite cuisine in the most elegant and sophisticated surroundings, draped in history and character that has made the Saddle Room a favourite of both Dubliners and diners across the world.Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that captures the essence of fine dining and options to suit everyone dining at The Saddle Room.We have introduced a number of changes to our restaurant standards to create a safe and welcoming environment that ensures The Saddle Room is a safe haven for our guests and associates.

5. The Green Hen

4.3

Awesome(1456)

Price: Expensive

• Bistro • South City Centre

Booked 46 times today

Opening its doors in the heart of Dublin City on Exchequer Street in 2010, The Green Hen is a French-style Bistro, offering classic dishes in a relaxed atmosphere with a unique ambience. Situated over two floors with a combined dining capacity of 85. The first-floor dining room is available for private hire for groups of up to 35 guests. Both floors are complete with their own bar.

6. Pichet

4.7

Exceptional(2376)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • South City Centre

Booked 53 times today

Described as “a modern take on a classic bistro”, Pichet launched in July 2009 and is an award winning restaurant and holder of a Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand, Split into three unique areas, the front room is airy and spacious; the main dining room offers guests a front row seat to the theatrical displays provided by Pichet’s team of chefs and the quaint conservatory presenting guests with an intimate dining experience. Indulge your palate with the freshest cuisine prepared by Head Chef, Stephen Gibson, or savor a handcrafted specialty cocktail in Pichet. This chic eatery, located in the heart of Dublin city on Trinity Street, offers quality dining in a relaxed and informal surroundings with exquisite service provided to all those who walk through Pichet's door.

7. Café en Seine

4.5

Awesome(2618)

Price: Expensive

• Modern European • Dawson Street

Booked 68 times today

This is the wonderful Café en Seine, one of Dublin’s most iconic and stunning venues, nestled in the heart of Dublin on Dawson Street. Renowned for its five-star service, Café en Seine offers an extensive food menu which caters for a range of tastes and occasions. Bringing a unique dining experience to Dublin, head chef Stephen Gibson and his team have created a menu that reflects the ever-changing tastes of Irish plates. Think simple, fun dishes, bursting with seasonal flavours, that are great to share while still delivering a high-end food experience in a casual dining atmosphere.

8. Isabelle's

4.3

Awesome(2365)

Price: Expensive

• International • South City Centre

Booked 45 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.

9. Floritz

4.5

Awesome(139)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • South City Centre

Booked 36 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.

10. La Maison

4.8

Exceptional(1038)

Price: Expensive

• French • South City Centre

Booked 28 times today

La Maison is an authentic French Bistro in the heart of Dublin. Specialising in classic French dishes using locally sourced and freshly prepared produce. The authenticity of La Maison begins with the artwork, works by Leonetto Cappiello, L’oir Dor, and Diable Vent, all sourced from Paris at Puces market. Doisneau photographs line the stairs offering a touch of romance to this relaxed space. On the second level the dining room is light and airy, with sash windows looking out onto the bustling Castle Market Street.

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Dublin •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Absolutely delicious food, the steaks, the sides the sauces the desserts all top class. The staff were friendly and super efficient The atmosphere in the restaurant was lovely.
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Hawksmoor DublinPrice: Expensive• undefined• Dame Street
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4.4
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Natalia
Dublin •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Very nice food and excellent service with our waitress Stanislav 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 Will return any time ♥️
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The Ivy Dawson StreetPrice: Expensive• Irish• South City Centre
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4.4
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Noel
Dublin •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent service and great food. The ambience was great.
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The Green HenPrice: Expensive• Bistro• South City Centre
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4.3
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andy
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The staff was great, attentive to detail, engaging, fun, and respectful. Saddle room is my go-to whenever I can. A credit to the management team at the Hotel and the Head Chef.
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The Saddle Room at the Shelbourne HotelPrice: Very Expensive• Irish• South City Centre
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4.6
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Adrian
Dublin •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We had a lovely relaxing lunch for four people in Glover’s ally. From the moment we arrived, we were made at home and the service was impeccable. Any request was immediately provided. we enjoyed the food wine and the ambience. Maybe you could provide some more wines under €60 a bottle.
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Glovers AlleyPrice: Very Expensive• Irish• Grafton Street
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4.7

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256 restaurants available nearby

1. Hawksmoor Dublin

2. The Ivy Dawson Street

3. Glovers Alley

4. The Saddle Room at the Shelbourne Hotel

5. The Green Hen

6. Pichet

7. Café en Seine

8. Isabelle's

9. Floritz

10. La Maison

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