Best Historic Restaurants in Rathgar

15 restaurants available nearby

1. Davy Byrnes

4.6

Exceptional(929)

Price: Moderate

• Irish • Grafton Street

Booked 8 times today

Dublin's most famous pub, certainly in a literary sense, with its Joycean associations. Always classy and fashionable. It's the original Dublin gastropub at over 100 years old.Anybody who is familiar with Dublin pub food will be aware of Davy Byrne’s food reputation, in which seafood is the speciality.If you visit the premises at lunchtime and evening time, you will witness the huge trade which is done in fresh Seafood, Wagyu Burgers and pub classics like Fish & Chips. There is also a full range of Salads and Sandwiches to compliment these and, as often as not, you can enjoy Oysters and Guinness.The classic Gorgonzola sandwich with a glass of Burgundy as mentioned in Ulysses is available every day.Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate strollers/buggies indoors at Davy Byrnes but subject to availability, we can at our outside terraced area. We apologize for any inconvenience.

A photo of Bewley's Grafton Street restaurant

2. Bewley's Grafton Street

4.4

Awesome(223)

Price: Moderate

• Café • Grafton Street

Booked 11 times today

Opened in 1927, our historic café nestled in the beating heart of Dublin is proud to have served the city and its visitors for almost a century. Enjoy world-famous tea and coffee, delicious food and extraordinary patisserie while soaking up the atmosphere of our unique Grand European Café style interior, adorned with art, ephemera, and beautiful stained glass, just as many of the great artists and writers of our time have done. Located among the shops of bustling Grafton Street, Dublin’s premier shopping district, Bewley’s is the perfect place to fuel up for the day with a full Irish breakfast, take a break from sightseeing with a tasty lunch or treat yourself to an indulgent patisserie experience. Book now to confirm your Bewley’s Grafton Street experience, our team look forward to extending you the warmest of Irish welcomes!

A photo of The Lord Mayor's Lounge at The Shelbourne Hotel restaurant

3. The Lord Mayor's Lounge at The Shelbourne Hotel

4.8

Exceptional(1712)

Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • South City Centre

Booked 20 times today

Ireland's most iconic drawing room looks out on the only garden grand enough to match: the glorious St. Stephen's Green. The Lord Mayor's Lounge is the perfect back drop for a special day in Dublin. A room sparkling with light; it is a welcoming setting for our celebratory theatre of that most civilised ritual: the art of Afternoon Tea. The elements have remained unchanged over the centuries: a fragrant pot of tea, a succession of sweets and delicate sandwiches, fine china, fresh flowers and delighted laughter. This time is all about enjoying the lovely things in life, an experience designed to be shared and savoured. Time slows down and the art of conversation is revived.From December 1st, our wonderful Lounge will convert to a casual dining venue from 7.30pm daily, allowing our guests to experience an exquisite food offering in our iconic setting.

4. Camden Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(569)

Price: Expensive

• Irish • Camden Street

Booked 4 times today

Camden Kitchen is a Modern Independant Neighbourhood Bistro serving seasonal Irish produce cooked with care and a warm welcome for locals and visitors in the historic Camden Market Buildings c1907 A constantly evolving menu that makes the most of Ireland's exceptional produce from land and sea.Chef-Owner Padraic Hayden opened Camden Kitchen in 2010

5. Chez Max

4.7

Exceptional(1315)

Price: Expensive

• French • Dame Street

Booked 27 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.For larger groups (seven 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 for your group.**Lunch Seating:** 1 hour 30 minutes **Dinner Seating:** 1 hour 45 minutes**Dinner:** Set dinner of 2 courses: €38.90 Set dinner of 3 courses: €44.90

A photo of 1837 Bar & Brasserie at Guinness Storehouse restaurant

6. 1837 Bar & Brasserie at Guinness Storehouse

4.6

Exceptional(883)

Price: Moderate

• Dining Bar • The Liberties

Booked 10 times today

Located within the historic grounds of the Guinness Storehouse, 1837 Bar & Brasserie celebrates the best of Ireland. Named after the year Guinness and oysters were named as the perfect match.With great views of Dublin city and a menu of classics - smoked salmon, oysters and a rather famous Guinness burger - along with likes of flatbreads, sharing plates and a Guinness chocolate mousse that playfully resembles a glass of the black stuff. All dishes are designed by our award winning chef Sean Hunter, to be enjoyed with the range of Guinness beers on offer along with a full drinks list. The Guinness Storehouse restaurants are open to the public without an experience ticket. We ask that restaurant visitors pre-book their table whenever possible. Walk up visitors to our restaurant will be admitted subject to availability. Please be aware restaurant access does not give you Guinness Storehouse Visitor Experience, but you can buy a ticket on arrival at admissions.

7. Tenters Gastropub

4.6

Exceptional(214)

Price: Expensive

• Pub • The Liberties

Booked 7 times today

Welcome to Dublin's newest bar, located in one of its most historic areas. 🍀 Enjoy the best of Dublin pub fare while nursing a pint of the black stuff, or perhaps a more sophisticated cocktail. 🍺🍸 Whatever takes your fancy, here at Tenters we were born to serve.The original Tenters bar has stood on this same corner of Mill Street and Blackpitts since the 1920s, right amongst the local linen-makers and distillers for which the area was known. 🏭✨ Come experience a piece of Dublin's rich history with us!

A photo of Saba - Baggot Street restaurant

8. Saba - Baggot Street

4.7

Exceptional(99)

Price: Moderate

• Thai • Ballsbridge

Booked 2 times today

Saba (meaning happy meeting place) is a Thai and Vietnamese eatery and cocktail bar. It is located at 22 Upper Baggot Street in Dublin 4 on the banks of the Grand canal beside the Aviva and RDS Stadium. It is situated on a beautiful Victorian street with lots of interesting shops, cafes, restaurants and many of Dublin’s most famous historic pubs.Don’t worry about the weather, in our Secret Garden, we have you covered rain or shine. Join us for outdoor dining underneath one of our canopies. We also have heaters for when it gets a bit chilly. It’s a funky space with beautiful Italian furniture, blended with some traditional church pews, festoon lighting and stunning graffiti artwork by Subset. Our kitchen is open from noon until late seven days a week, so whether you fancy a light lunch, dinner with wine, cocktails or weekend brunch, we are the perfect venue. Takeaway is available from all Saba locations.

9. Lundy Foot's

4.8

Exceptional(70)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Dame Street

Booked 8 times today

Situated in the historic cultural center of Temple Bar, Lundy Foot's is among Dublin's best traditional Irish pub & restaurant.

10. Sandyford House

4.6

Exceptional(139)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Sandyford (D18)

Booked 19 times today

Sandyford House is a historic pub set in the idyllic village of Sandyford.Here at Sandyford House you can expect excellent service, tasty food, fine wine, craft beers, and delicious cocktails in warm, comfortable surroundings.Serving lunch and dinner 7 days a week as well as offering a Sunday Roast and function room facilities, Sandyford House is the ideal venue for family occasions, business meetings and friendly catch-ups. We have multiple unique spaces within the pub both indoor and outdoorJoin us for some live music, the next big sporting event, a bite to eat or just a quiet pint.With over 100 free car parking spaces, we are only a short drive (or cycle) away from your office.

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Audrey
Dublin •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We got a table no problem on the Saturday after Christmas when we found ourselves nearby. We received a warmly welcome. Service was perfect giving us time to read the menu and we were told of the specials for that evening. The food was excellent with lovely flavours. We really enjoyed our evening, thank you
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Camden KitchenPrice: Expensive• Irish• Camden Street
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4.8
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MikeVIP
Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint •44 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Never a bad experience. We frequent DB every time we are in Dublin. The experience is always satisfying. We had dinner reservations for a Friday night (highly recommended). Quick to seat and serve us. Delicious food. Great drinks and the staff is always friendly. Will return. Family of four adults.
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Davy ByrnesPrice: Moderate• Irish• Grafton Street
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4.6
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Rachel
Dublin •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Such a lovely experience Afternoon Tea in the Lord Mayor's Lounge everything was excellent. My mum, who is Coeliac, was so well looked after with a gluten-free option. My daughter had the kids option, which was very well suited. It is the best afternoon tea and in such beautiful surroundings and yet again the staff are very professional and friendly. Thank you yet again for a memorable occasion.
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The Lord Mayor's Lounge at The Shelbourne HotelPrice: Very Expensive• Afternoon Tea• South City Centre
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4.8
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Martin
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
I always loved Chez Max. The staff are really friendly & helpful and the restaurant feels very French. The menu is simple but everything is done well. Nice selection of wines too. Price is really good value.
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Chez MaxPrice: Expensive• French• Dame Street
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4.7
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Georgina
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
A great Dublin institution. Fabulous at Christmas
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Bewley's Grafton StreetPrice: Moderate• Café• Grafton Street
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4.4

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15 restaurants available nearby

1. Davy Byrnes

2. Bewley's Grafton Street

3. The Lord Mayor's Lounge at The Shelbourne Hotel

4. Camden Kitchen

5. Chez Max

6. 1837 Bar & Brasserie at Guinness Storehouse

7. Tenters Gastropub

8. Saba - Baggot Street

9. Lundy Foot's

10. Sandyford House

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