Best Lunch Restaurants in Rathgar

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AshtownBaggot Street LowerBaggot Street UpperBallsbridgeBaysideBlanchardstown

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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271 restaurants available nearby

1. 3fe - Five Points

4.5

Awesome(80)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Rathgar

Booked 3 times today

Neighbourhood Cafe in the heart of Harold’s Cross, 3fe Five Points is located in a beautiful 1884 red-brick building. Open Monday to Sunday, serving delicious coffee, sandwiches and treats for takeaway.

2. Chez Max

4.7

Exceptional(1378)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Dame Street

Booked 22 times today

Chez Max Palace Street, situated in the heart of Dublin City Centre next to Dublin Castle, invites you to experience its charming French ambience, bistrot, and café. Guests can relax on the front terrace, enjoy the Parisian vintage indoor area, or unwind in the heated back patio.To reserve a group lunch (for parties of 9 or more) or a group dinner (for parties of 7 or more), bookings cannot be made through this platform. Please email us at chezmaxpalace@gmail.com, and we will provide a form to collect the necessary details.Reservation timeframes:**Lunch Seating:** 1 hour 30 minutes **Dinner Seating:** 1 hour and 45 minutes for reservations at 5pm, and 2 hours for bookings from 6pm onwards.**Dinner:** Set dinner of 2 courses: €38.90 Set dinner of 3 courses: €44.90

3. Pichet

4.7

Exceptional(2478)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • South City Centre

Booked 30 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.

4. Lottie's

4.5

Awesome(585)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Irish • Rathmines

Booked 16 times today

Friendly, neighbourhood brasserie-style Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant serving modern European cuisine with seasonal Irish produce, a boutique wine list, and signature cocktails. Our bar, "Upstairs at Lottie's," is open at the weekend for a perfect pre-dinner cocktail or to relax on comfortable couches after dinner. Our ground-floor terrace has outdoor dining areas and private rooms available for hire. Head Chef Tudorel Ostache has created some wonderful signature dishes, and on Sundays, Lottie's is the perfect place to enjoy family lunch, including our roast specials throughout the year.We look forward to welcoming you to Lottie's and are delighted to be awarded a Diner's Choice award for 2024 and to feature in the Irish Times 100 Best Restaurants in Ireland, 2023 & 2024.

A photo of The Ivy Dawson Street restaurant

5. The Ivy Dawson Street

4.4

Awesome(11052)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Irish • South City Centre

Booked 212 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. Glovers Alley

4.7

Exceptional(1179)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Irish • Grafton Street

Booked 10 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.

7. Hawksmoor Dublin

4.4

Awesome(2704)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Dame Street

Booked 94 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.

8. The Butcher Grill

4.9

Exceptional(609)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steak • Ranelagh

Booked 23 times today

The Butcher Grill and Steakhouse is based at the heart of Ranelagh, which is one of Dublin's southern suburbs. Offering a menu filled with finest cuts of meat and fish from the best producers, grilled to perfection on our wood-smoked grill. The intimate atmosphere of our dining room, combined with personal and relaxed service, provides the perfect sitting in which to enjoy them.

9. Host

4.9

Exceptional(1780)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Ranelagh

Booked 26 times today

We currently take bookings for tables for the next 60 days.We do not take bookings for larger than 6 people. The largest party on regular seating is 5 people.Please note all tables of 6 or more will be required to eat off our Chefs Sharing Menu.Mediterranean small plates, fresh pasta and quality cuts of meat where sharing is encouraged. The menu is concise and constantly changing.

A photo of Sophie's @ The Dean Dublin restaurant

10. Sophie's @ The Dean Dublin

4.4

Awesome(3772)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• European • South City Centre

Booked 54 times today

A glasshouse restaurant, where the weather is our wallpaper. We serve breakfast and dinner 7 days a week. We do lunch on weekdays and brunch at the weekend.Our New York – Italian menu is simple and delicious. Meats, fish, vegetables, fruits, herbs and dairy delivered daily by local suppliers. The restaurant vibe changes from a laid back sunrise through a buzzing sunset. A view like no other in Dublin, cityscape to countryside. No fuss, no formality, book a table and enjoy.Sophie’s Bar is at the very heart of our rooftop restaurant. Pull up a stool and get comfortable at any time, day or night to take in the incredible views of the Dublin skyline while our amazing team of bartenders create a world-class cocktail for you.Head out to our Rooftop Terrace to soak up the sun when it's hot, or wrap up in blankets under our heaters when it’s not.

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OpenTable Diner
Dublin •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Delicious will come again. Cauliflower side was sublime. Id come back for that on its own and the fries
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PichetPrice: Expensive• Contemporary European• South City Centre
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4.7
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Vincent
Dublin •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Attentive and friendly smiling staff, great coffee!
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The Ivy Dawson StreetPrice: Expensive• Irish• South City Centre
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4.4
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Adrian
Dublin •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We had a fantastic Sunday roast! The beef was cooked to perfection and the sides were great. Service was on par. Thank you!
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Lottie'sPrice: Expensive• Irish• Rathmines
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4.5
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Connie
Dublin •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 6, 2025
Wonderful food and cosy setting and service - merci!
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Chez MaxPrice: Expensive• French• Dame Street
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4.7
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Fiona
Dublin •1 review
4.0
Dined on Feb 14, 2025
Fantastic service, good food but coffee only okay 👍
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3fe - Five PointsPrice: Moderate• Café• Rathgar
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4.5

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