Best Date Night Restaurants in South William Street

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Cuisine

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Neighborhoods

Baggot Street LowerBaggot Street UpperBallsbridgeCamden StreetCapel StreetCastleknock

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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All dining options

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Award-winning

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Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

160 restaurants available nearby

1. Kicky's

4.6

Exceptional(210)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • South City Centre

Booked 34 times today

Kicky’s bring together Dublin’s top culinary and hospitality professionals. Inspired by the flavours of the Mediterranean palette and augmented by the finest Irish ingredients, outstanding ambience and service.

2. Pichet

4.7

Exceptional(2458)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • South City Centre

Booked 26 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.

3. 9 Below

4.6

Exceptional(166)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • South City Centre

Booked 5 times today

A COSY LITTLE SPEAKEASY IN THE HEART OF THE CITY9 Below bar is Dublin’s hideaway for seductive cocktails and stimulating conversation. Nestled in the former basement of historical Stephen’s Green Hibernian Club, we have taken great pleasure in refurbishing our own piece of this prestigious building, originally built in 1756. Our beautifully designed space offers 4 intimate rooms in which to drink and be merry (and a little mischievous).Our menu features an enticing selection of champagnes, spirits and cocktails, all dispensed by a couple of fun-loving bartenders who really know their craft. Swing by for after-work libations and you might just find yourself staying all evening!

4. Kaldero

4.3

Awesome(98)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • South City Centre

Booked 16 times today

Beneath the shadow of an iconic Dublin landmark, three masterful chefs have come together to introduce an unparalleled culinary experience to the city. Kaldero is more than a restaurant; it’s a fusion of Eastern tradition and bold, contemporary flair that brings the finest Chinese, Indian, and Filipino flavours to a striking new dining destination. Under the expert hands of culinary icons Alfred Prasad, Daren Liew, and Richie Castillo, each dish at Kaldero reflects the extraordinary talent and artistry of its creators. The dining space at Kaldero is a feast for the eyes, designed to complement the artistry on the plate. Rich, reclaimed timber, genuine terracotta tiling, and warm natural materials envelop the room, creating an intimate yet sophisticated setting.Setting the stage for a truly immersive experience, the music at Kaldero is curated by neo-soul artist Uly, whose selection fills the room with vibrant layers of sound that are as dynamic as the dishes themselves.

5. Hawksmoor Dublin

4.4

Awesome(2639)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Dame Street

Booked 128 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.

6. Drury Buildings

4.3

Awesome(1413)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary European • South City Centre

Booked 18 times today

Drury Buildings is an owner operated award winning Cocktail Bar, Restaurant and Venue in the heart of Dublin city centre.Above the bar is our lounge and dining room. This cosy and relaxing space set over two floors of the building is perfect if you want to escape the hustle and bustle of town and relax with a great bottle of wine, a cocktail and graze on our small plates and boards.Our menu is specially crafted to suit the taste buds of all guests while also ensuring that there is enough variety to cater to different dietary requirements.Our kitchen is a tapas-style cuisine that adds an element of fun and also encourages socializing, with a sharing-style menu.‘We never stop creating, we never stop evolving’

7. Little Pyg

4.4

Awesome(603)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Dame Street

Booked 71 times today

Voted #1 Best Pizzeria in Ireland 2024 and 2023Top #10 Cocktail Bar in Ireland 2023 Voted #15 Best Pizzeria in Europe 2024/2023Award Winning Michelin Guide Italian pizzas with 50% less calories.48 hours fermentation of the dough go into our pizza making process and this is evident in the sumptuous authentic Neapolitan style pizzas, served by our specially trained chefs and Michelin Maestro Enzo Coccia. We source all the best ingredients from Italy.Signature Pygtails: Passion Pornstar, Tropicalya 1920 and our Signature Flat White Martini.

8. Dada

4.4

Awesome(64)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Moroccan • Killester

Booked 11 times today

Discover the magic of Morocco in the heart of Dublin at Dada. Enjoy authentic tagines, couscous, and Moroccan tea, with options for halal, vegan, and vegetarian diets. Our warm, Moroccan-inspired atmosphere will make you feel like you're dining in Morocco itself. Book your table now and make your meal unforgettable.-- You can bring your own wine (BYOB)https://www.instagram.com/dadarestaurant/?hl=en

A photo of SOLE Seafood & Grill restaurant

9. SOLE Seafood & Grill

4.6

Exceptional(4274)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • South William Street

Booked 68 times today

SOLE Seafood & Grill encapsulates the true taste of Ireland in the heart of Dublin, offering the ultimate dining experience for any occasion. A restaurant like no other; the chic interior is complemented by a stylish bar and tasteful food and drinks menu. Enjoy a warm Irish welcome in this stylish restaurant where the pleasure of fine wine and great food meets. From shore to soil, provenance is paramount in producing a menu full of show-stopping dishes such as the Captain’s Seafood Platter; a two-tier shared tower of grilled Irish lobster and steamed Roaring water Bay mussels, plus fresh oysters, prawns and Howth smoked Irish salmon, served with Guinness brown soda bread and traditional seafood accompaniments and sauces; or the Sole Meunière; a whole Dover sole, which is filleted at the table for you. Whatever the occasion, whatever your needs, we can assure you a memorable night of luxury and laughter at SOLE.

10. Amy Austin

4.6

Exceptional(425)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • South City Centre

Booked 15 times today

Wine bar on Drury Street serving delicious sharing plates along with a wide selection of wines.

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Jenny
Dublin •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Amazing food and service was 10/10 l. Fantastic experience as always at Drury
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Drury BuildingsPrice: Moderate• Contemporary European• South City Centre
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4.3
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Benjamin
Dublin •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
This is the best restaurant in Dublin with the best staff members in Dublin! Thank you for a great diner every night out.
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PichetPrice: Expensive• Contemporary European• South City Centre
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4.7
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Carolyn
London •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Lovely welcome on arrival & given a choice of tables. Love the gadget they use to measure a glass of wine 😍 Delighted to have 2 nibbles to start as alternative to big starter because we were having the superb aged beef dish for 2 including sides which was huge 😋Great afternoon
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Kicky'sPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• South City Centre
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4.6
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Jonathan
Dublin •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Food is delicious, cocktails were mind blowing, waitress was prompt, our table at the meant we could watch the chefs at work and the ambience is cosy and very cool.
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Amy AustinPrice: Expensive• Wine Bar• South City Centre
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4.6
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Caoimhe
Dublin •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The pictures of this place on Instagram doesn’t even do it justice. The food was amazing & the cocktails were so unique and delicious. Now adding this as my favourite restaurant in Dublin - must visit! Also, the staff were so lovely & their service was amazing. I will be recommending this place to everyone I know!
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KalderoPrice: Expensive• Asian• South City Centre
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4.3

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