Incorporating a gastro bar, restaurant, cocktail bar, and rooftop terrace all in one building, Fade Street Social is a celebration of Irish produce and personality concocted by “Masterchef” judge Dylan McGrath. Both dining rooms churn tapas-style tasting plates with international influence, but the restaurant focuses on tamer flavour combinations in a more refined setting. The flatbread selection never fails and both mushroom ravioli and duck liver are consistent crowd-pleasers. Head to one of the bars for pre- or post-dinner drinks to make the most of your visit. Chunky brick walls and sleek leather couches in the loft channel twentieth-century Dublin, while the low-key outdoor space lets the Fade Street view speak for itself.
Time Out tip: Veg, vegetarian and gluten-free options are available for your picky friend.
Nearby:
The Long Hall: For great Guinness and traditional charm
The Gaiety Theatre: For a range of operatic, musical, and dramatic entertainment in a grand, Victorian venue
Nearys: For drinks served with a side of wood-paneled nostalgia popular among the theatre crowd