This industrial first-floor building used to be the yacht club, although when you actually see it, you'll find it looks a lot more like a factory of sorts. But its distinctly...

The latest out-of-towner to be awarded a Michelin star, Bon Appetit is luring Dublin's gourmets away from the city centre with the promise of culinary fireworks from young...

This smart and easy-going café on Upper Leeson Street has young, sassy staff and an American-influenced menu featuring omelettes, soups, burgers, steak sandwiches and...

The windy suburbs of Tallaght may be a far cry from theatreland, but trekking out to this 350-seater - a bright state-of-the art space with a studio, restaurant, bar and...

This cosy old-timer is always busy. Try to book the snug table on the left as you walk in (No.21) - it's one of the nicest spots in town. Staff are lovely enough to make you...

Full of politicos and men in suits, this is one of the best places for a boozy lunch (and somewhere you could easily end up buying dinner at too - time seems to fly here…). The...

This well-appointed suburban theatre also has studio space, an art gallery, a handy bar and a brand-new café. Like the Civic, Draiocht acts as a receiving house, playing host...

A wine shop, deli and almost accidental restaurant (that side of the business just evolved on its own), the adorable French Paradox is a joy to behold: lead-topped counters,...

Sandymount is a posh and pretty little village on the right side of town, where the locals can be a bit demanding. And why not? They practically run the country. Itsa4 has been...

South of the canal, bang in the middle of student bedsit country, Jo'Burger has pulled off the impressive balancing act of looking cool but still managing to serve up a tasty,...

Chef Dylan McGrath's face is now a familiar sight to Dubliners, even those who haven't been lucky enough to visit this excellent fine-dining restaurant. The reason? McGrath is...

A day trip to Dalkey is nice for anyone, be it locals, tourists or stargazers and celebrity stalkers. It's the Beverly Hills of Dublin. The pubs do a great trade, but for...