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1. Old Street

4.7

Exceptional(886)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Irish • Malahide

Booked 21 times today

Old Street is a modern neighbourhood restaurant situated in the heart of historic Malahide, County Dublin. Local couple Mark and Adriana Fitzpatrick have lovingly restored two of the oldest buildings in the village to offer a comfortable and casual dining experience, along with a contemporary cocktail bar and award-winning wine list. Old Street's Head Chef, Mario Simic, creates dishes of contemporary Irish food that combine robust flavours, modern techniques, and the warmth and generosity of traditional comfort food. The menus are designed to showcase the best of the season from Irish farmers, fishermen, and producers. Old Street is dedicated to providing guests of all ages with a memorable dining experience, featuring house-made charcuterie and Higgins Master Butchers' beef.

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2. Gourmet Food Parlour - Malahide

4.7

Exceptional(772)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• European • Malahide

Booked 33 times today

Located on the winding coastal road, our Malahide restaurant offers stunning views to complement its equally stunning food. Sunny and bright, it’s the perfect space to enjoy our daytime menu.Large car park available directly outside the restaurant, so if you’re heading out on a drive, keep us in mind!Join us today and enjoy our delicious menus and daily chef specials.

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3. Gourmet Food Parlour - Swords

4.7

Exceptional(833)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Swords

Booked 22 times today

Gourmet Food Parlour in Swords is a hit with customers who love its warm, friendly staff and lively atmosphere. The food is consistently praised as 'delicious', 'fresh', and 'well-presented', and the service is noted for being 'efficient and pleasant'. This makes it a great spot for a relaxed dining experience, whether you're looking for a family-friendly meal or a celebratory feast.

4. Shoreline Hotel

4.2

Awesome(180)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary European • Donabate

Booked 9 times today

Shoreline Hotel has plenty of dining and beverage options for guests to enjoy and houses one of Donabate’s best restaurants and bars. All dining options boast warm and welcoming decor along with award-winning service followed by amazing sea views as you enjoy your meal and drinks.If you wish to book Afternoon Tea bookings can be made directly with our team and require 24 hours notice. To book please call 01 8109200 or email info@shorelinehotel.ie

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5. Sette Pizzeria & Trattoria

4.2

Awesome(16)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Malahide

Booked 10 times today

Sette Pizza is a family-owned and operated business that has been serving up delicious Neapolitan pizzas since 2022. Having now moved to our new bigger premises we have extended our menu to include fare such as Irish corn fed free range chicken, slow cooked on our new Italian rotisserie with seasonings delivered direct from our partner just south of Rome. We also have a range of salad and pasta dishes and Italian made deserts. Our passion for quality ingredients and traditional recipes is what sets us apart. We are constantly striving to expand our menu and provide our customers with the best possible dining experience. Join us and become a part of our story!

6. The Betsy Swords

4.4

Awesome(534)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Swords

Booked 7 times today

The Betsy Swords, bar and restaurant, is located at the heart of North County Dublin. Since opening guests can enjoy its contemporary cuisine and unparalleled service, bringing a touch of magic with decadent decor to provide our customers with comfort, ease and cosiness while enjoying a varied mix of classics and locally inspired dishes. Catering for every occasion from lunch, dinner and beyond, with beautiful bars serving cocktails, fine wines and drinks. Our eclectic menu includes The Betsy Signature Steak, fish, vegetarian options and the famous Betsy Sunday Roast. The Betsy is devoted to constant evolution and development, using the best products that are authentic and bursting with honest to goodness quality and flavour. Our décor, lighting and music offer an oasis of calm away from the bustle of life with a warm Irish welcome.Open Wednesday and Thursday 3pm, Friday Saturday Sunday 12 noon. The Betsy Swords welcomes local residents, businesses and visitors alike.The Betsy

7. Bon Appetit

4.1

Excellent(194)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern European • Malahide

Booked 3 times today

Bon Appetit is a friendly, bustling neighbourhood restaurant set in a stunning Georgian House in Malahide. We focus on creative cooking, incorporating local produce with new and exciting ingredients from around the world. Now in our 16th year, we take great pride as a community restaurant that is constantly setting the standards for suburban restaurants nationwide.

8. RibEye Steakhouse

4.4

Awesome(61)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steak • Malahide

Booked 2 times today

A traditional steakhouse that focuses on Irish bred cattle and sustainable stock from rare breed herds that are traceable from farm to fork. Ribeye only use traditional Irish bred cattle and sustainable stock from rare breed herds that are traceable from farm to fork and that are a minimum of 60% plus genetic thoroughbreds. At Ribeye, we insist on all our beef being moderate to highly marbled to ensure the juiciest most flavoursome meat possible. During the cooking process, the marbling renders down leaving the meat full of flavour incredibly tender and so, so succulent!

9. Toro Tapas Bar

4.3

Awesome(27)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Malahide

Booked 5 times today

Authentic Spanish Tapas served Thursday to Saturday in the heart of Malahide.

10. Wine House

4.3

Awesome(162)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Swords

Welcome to the Wine House! We are a family run restaurant located in the heart of Swords Village and is just at 5 minute drive from Dublin Airport.Our objective is always to create a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere so that you enjoy quality food with people you love. To make your every visit to us, special and memorable with our personal, attentive and friendly staff, who will see to your every need and an extensive drinks menu serving up the finest vintage wines

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AlanVIP
Dublin •31 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Excellent service and coffee as always. Highly recommended but make sure to make a reservation
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Gourmet Food Parlour - MalahidePrice: Moderate• European• Malahide
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4.7
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Dominic
Dublin •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Exactly what Malahide was missing - a family friendly Italian! Great location, amazing service and proper Italian food. A local family run restaurant too. Great to see. This is our second time back - this time without the kids. Aperols were delish. Will go again.
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Sette Pizzeria & TrattoriaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Malahide
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4.2
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Gerard
Dublin •5 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 30, 2025
Went here for Mothers Day Excellent menu on offer at a very good price Lovely setting right beside the beach Staff very pleasant and helpful Shoreline a perfect place to dine
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Shoreline HotelPrice: Moderate• Contemporary European• Donabate
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4.2
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Veronica
Dublin •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 29, 2025
Old reliable - can depend on for good food and coffee
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Gourmet Food Parlour - SwordsPrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Swords
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4.7
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Paul
Dublin •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 26, 2025
Great food and fantastic wine. Staff are extremely friendly and service was excellent.
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Old StreetPrice: Expensive• Irish• Malahide
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4.7

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