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SOLE Seafood & Grill, Dublin, Co. Dublin

SOLE Seafood & Grill

4.6
4.6
4311 Reviews
€51 and over
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Charming
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.

Additional information

  • Location
    18-19 South William Street, Dublin, Co. Dublin D02 KV76
  • Phone number
    (01) 544 2300
  • Price
    €51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Irish
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Sat, Sun 1:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We have 24 hour car parking facilities within a 5 minute walk to the Restaurant St Stephen’s Green Car Park Drury Street Car Park Dawson Street Car Park
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Richie Wilson

Private dining

Menu

SOLE Seafood & Grill's menu was last updated 2025-02-19.

2 Courses €39 | 3 Courses €45

Available Monday - Friday 5 - 6pm Saturday & Sunday 1 - 5pm

    Appetisers

    • Roast Red Pepper & Lentil Soup V

      Basil crème fraiche

      • Rope Mussels

        West Cork rope mussels A la Crème, white wine, garlic cream, flat leaf

        • Scallops (€3 supp)

          Cauliflower puree, smoked black pudding, crisp pancetta

          • Seafood Chowder

            Irish fish and shellfish, creamed broth

            • Caesar Salad

              Baby gem, parmesan, crisp bacon, Cajun chicken or shrimp

              • Oyster Selection (4 rock oysters)

                Sourced from our coastal waters, served with raspberry mignonette, lemon, Tobasco.

                • Howth Smoked Salmon

                  Red onion, crisp capers, chive crème fraîche, brown soda bread

                  Entrées

                  • Sea Bass

                    Pan seared fillet, parmesan & truffle polenta, parsnip puree, wilted kale & fennel

                    • Monkfish & Chorizo

                      Chargrilled skewered monkfish fillet & chorizo, warm niçoise salad, rosemary chimichurri dressing

                      • Fish ‘n’ Chips

                        Beer battered cod, minted pea purée, tartar sauce

                        • 10 oz Rib Eye (€10 supp)

                          Peter Hannan’s Salt Aged Beef, shallot mash and seasonal vegetables. Marrow butter, peppercorn sauce or garlic & herb butter

                          • Chicken Supreme

                            Parisienne potatoes, baby leek, tarragon cream, rainbow carrots

                            • Risotto V

                              Sprout & sage fricassée, fine herb & Italian cheese arborio, sautéed kale, wild mushrooms, beetroot gel

                              Desserts

                              • Tiramisu

                                Coffee-soaked ladyfingers, whipped mascarpone, baileys ice cream

                                • Key Lime Tart

                                  Lime curd, Chantilly cream, Pistachio ice cream, lime gel

                                  • Passion Fruit

                                    Passionfruit mousse, bitter chocolate sauce, mango sorbet

                                    • Selection of Wexford Ice Cream

                                      Vanilla and Chocolate tuile

                                      • Irish Cheese Board (€5 supp.)

                                        Cranberry and hazelnut crackers, Irish black apple butter

                                        Last updated: February 19, 2025

                                        What 4,311 people are saying

                                        SOLE Seafood & Grill reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                        Overall ratings and reviews

                                        Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                        4.6
                                        4.6 based on recent ratings
                                        • 4.6Food
                                        • 4.6Service
                                        • 4.6Ambience
                                        • 4.2Value

                                        Noise • Moderate

                                        Loved For

                                        • Dublin

                                          Most Booked

                                        • Dublin 2

                                          Most Booked

                                        Review summary

                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                        SOLE Seafood & Grill offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food and service." Known for its "exquisite seafood" and "attentive staff," it features a "beautiful setting" and "great atmosphere." Highlights include fresh oysters, delicious monkfish, and a varied menu. Reservations are recommended for this "top notch" Dublin eatery.

                                        4,311 Reviews

                                        1. Pim

                                          Dublin1 review

                                          5.0

                                          Dined 3 days ago

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          Heerlijk gegeten vriendelijk personeel. De zeetong was niet normaal lekker.

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                                        2. MaureenF

                                          London3 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          Dined 3 days ago

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          Excellent food, wonderful ambience, friendly and professional service. Overall excellent value for money.

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                                        3. Pat

                                          Dublin1 review

                                          4.0

                                          Dined 3 days ago

                                          1. Overall 4
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 4
                                          4. Ambience 4
                                          Most enjoyable. Was there before Christmas and much better experience

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                                        4. Jon

                                          Paris7 reviews

                                          4.0

                                          Dined 3 days ago

                                          1. Overall 4
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 3
                                          4. Ambience 4
                                          Wonderful, fresh, and uniquely flavorful dishes. Service was very attentive. Kept being reminded of the 2 hour 15 minutes to keep the table but with uncomfortable apologies.

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                                        5. Gráinne

                                          Dublin1 review

                                          2.0

                                          Dined 4 days ago

                                          1. Overall 2
                                          2. Food 1
                                          3. Service 3
                                          4. Ambience 3
                                          Disappointing Experience – Not Worth the Price We had been looking forward to this meal for months, having booked well in advance for a special occasion. Unfortunately, our experience was underwhelming from start to finish, and at €300, it simply did not justify the cost. Despite being asked at the time of booking if it was a special occasion, we were seated at a cramped and awkward table, which felt strange given the emphasis (from their end) over the phone. Additionally, we were never asked in advance if we wanted the tasting menu, and when we requested it on the night, we were told management would need to be consulted. This seemed disorganized for a restaurant of this caliber. While the staff were very friendly and knowledgeable about the dishes, service was inconsistent, with orders being taken to the wrong tables throughout the night. The cocktails were good, and the sorbet was delicious, but when the palate cleanser is the highlight of a €300 meal, that says a lot. The steak was cooked to perfection but lacked any seasoning, making the dish quite dry overall. The fish course was well-cooked but completely devoid of flavor. Finally, the scallops were both overcooked and incredibly bland. What makes this even more disappointing is that Fire, the restaurant’s sister venue, has delivered excellence on multiple occasions for us. Given the glowing reviews, we expected a truly memorable dining experience, but instead, we left feeling genuinely upset at what felt like a wasted experience. I’m sharing this feedback in the hope that improvements are made—there is clear potential here, but based on this visit, we wouldn’t return.

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                                        6. Paul

                                          Dublin1 review

                                          5.0

                                          Dined 4 days ago

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          Lovely Fish dishes and exceptional service by polite, professional and well trained staff. We had a great evening, thank you.

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                                        7. Paul

                                          Dublin3 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          Dined 5 days ago

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          Wonderful meal with great food and attentive service.

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                                        8. John

                                          Dublin1 review

                                          4.0

                                          Dined 5 days ago

                                          1. Overall 4
                                          2. Food 4
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          We enjoyed good food in a lively atmosphere with first class service. Will definately be back!

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                                        9. OpenTable Diner

                                          Dublin1 review

                                          2.0

                                          Dined 6 days ago

                                          1. Overall 2
                                          2. Food 2
                                          3. Service 4
                                          4. Ambience 4
                                          OverHyped and OverPriced and OverCooked. A fine piece of Halibut destroyed because it was overcooked - dry as cardboard.

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                                        10. OpenTable Diner VIP

                                          Hampshire2 reviews

                                          3.0

                                          Dined 7 days ago

                                          1. Overall 3
                                          2. Food 3
                                          3. Service 4
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          Food was disappointing But the comfort ambiance and service were very good.

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                                        FAQs

                                        SOLE Seafood & Grill is rated 4.6 stars by 4311 OpenTable diners.

                                        Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                        2 people
                                        7:00 PM
                                        Booked 43 times today
                                        Google Map for SOLE Seafood & Grill

                                        18-19 South William Street, Dublin, Co. Dublin D02 KV76

                                        Additional information

                                        • Phone number
                                          (01) 544 2300
                                        • Price
                                          €51 and over
                                        • Cuisines
                                          Seafood, Steak, Irish
                                        • Hours of operation
                                          Lunch Sat, Sun 1:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                        • Dress code
                                          Smart Casual
                                        • Parking details
                                          We have 24 hour car parking facilities within a 5 minute walk to the Restaurant St Stephen’s Green Car Park Drury Street Car Park Dawson Street Car Park
                                        • Payment options
                                          AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                        • Executive chef
                                          Richie Wilson
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