Nicola Brady

In between pints of Guinness at the city’s best pubs, you should probably eat something while you’re in Dublin. And unsurprisingly, Dublin’s history of creativity and innovation lends itself to an incredible food scene, and it’s only getting better and better.  And our local writers have a habit of trying them all out. On our list of the best restaurants in Dublin, we’ve got everything from high-end blowout tasting menus and seasonal small plates to New York-style pizza sold by the (huge) slice. The thing they’ve all got in common? It’s all delicious. Here are our top picks.  RECOMMENDED:📍 The best things to do in Dublin🏨 The best hotels in Dublin🏡 The best Airbnbs in Dublin 🏛️ The best museums in Dublin This guide was updated by Amy O'Connor, a writer based in Dublin. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.

Dublin does it all. If you’re looking for a raucous weekend of hitting iconic pubs and all the live entertainment one can handle, the Irish capital is one of the best cities on the planet. If you prefer your nights to be a little quieter but the days to be filled with history, culture and beauty, well, come on in. The best things to do in Dublin cover fascinating museums, arts venues, parks and, yes, pubs. Inspiration waits around every corner here, and don’t be surprised if you come away with ideas brimming from every pore. That might be Guinness as well, but there’s no point getting too finicky about it all. Here are the best things to do in Dublin right now. RECOMMENDED: 😋 The best restaurants in Dublin🍻 The best pubs in Dublin🏨 The best hotels in Dublin🏡 The best Airbnbs in Dublin  This guide was last updated by Cían Byrne, a writer based in Dublin. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.

Luckily for the drinkers, you're never, ever short of cracking pubs in Dublin. Sinking a pint of Guinness in one of these boozers is a right of passage on a trip to the city, and it's likely it's pretty high up on your list of things to do while you're there.  The pubs here range from classic old man boozers to downright iconic Guinness havens, and there’s plenty of opportunities for cosy fires and Sunday roasts thrown in too for good measure. You might even come across a pub cat. But if you’re ready to get drinking, read on. These are the best pubs in Dublin.  RECOMMENDED:📍 The best things to do in Dublin🍲 The best restaurants in Dublin🍻 The best nightlife spots in Dublin🏨 The best hotels in Dublin This guide was written by Nicola Grady, a writer based in Dublin. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.

It’s no secret that Dublin is a really, really good time. But, what’s that we hear you cry? What if you don’t want to spend every hour of the day in a classic boozer, downing pints of Guinness like there’s no tomorrow? Fear not, we’ve got you.  Head to our list of the best pubs in Ireland for the classics, but look no further than this list right here for all things drinking in Dublin. We’re talking about swanky cocktail bars. We’re talking about breweries. We’re talking about secret speakeasies and bars filled with retro arcade games. Whatever you’re in the mood for, Dublin’s got it. Here are its best bars. RECOMMENDED:🍻 The best pubs in Dublin🍲 The best restaurants in Dublin🪩 The best nightlife spots in Dublin🏨 The best hotels in Dublin This guide was written by Nicola Grady, a writer based in Dublin. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.

Indian food is a big deal. Of course, even using that term is a little contentious, what with India being an absolutely massive country with incredible diversity in every possible way. Such is life, such is life. Education comes through the dishes themselves, and delicious food will always be delicious food. But make no mistake about it: Indian food in Dublin is plenty delicious. You’ll find bog-standard takeaways spread all over the city, but the Irish capital also boasts a charming selection of authentic hole-in-the-walls serving bona fide dishes and super swanky spots where you can enjoy a rooftop cocktail alongside your dhal. Curry first, the pub later, joy throughout. Here are the best Indian restaurants in Dublin. RECOMMENDED:🥘 The best restaurants in Dublin📍 The best things to do in Dublin🍝 The best Italian restaurants in Dublin🏨 The best hotels in Dublin This guide was written by Dublin-based writer Nicola Brady. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. 

Whenever the ‘best food in the world’ is discussed, Italian food is at the forefront of the argument, and with good reason. The simple mention of these classic dishes has people drifting off into a misty-eyed daydream, picturing perfectly charred pizza crusts and forkfuls of delicate tagliatelle.  You want the good news? The best Italian restaurants in Dublin are up there with the finest on the continent. The commitment to tradition and authenticity is admirable and devourable, the perfect precursor to a night exploring the Irish capital’s famous pubs and bars. Dublin is a foodie paradise, and these spots are leading the charge. RECOMMENDED:🍝 The best restaurants in Dublin📍 The best things to do in Dublin🏨 The best hotels in Dublin🏡 The best Airbnbs in Dublin  This guide was written by Dublin-based writer Nicola Brady. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. 

What’s the deal with Stoneybatter? This area feels like its own world, a quirky little fortress of cool in the heart of the city. Dubliners who’ve lived here their whole lives now mingle with trendy newcomers clambering to rent one of its cute little cottages. And on sunny days, locals and visitors alike perch by their doorways to catch some rays (most often over a glass of wine). Happily, the ’Batter is also fast becoming one of Dublin’s most exciting foodie areas, with neighbourhood restaurants luring gourmands from all over. Whether it’s the gooey, spreadable scalda ’nduja in Grano or the vegan cheese tower at Beo Wine Bar – yep, you heard us – you can certainly see why. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the 50 coolest neighbourhoods in the world If you only do one thing…  Wander over to Phoenix Park, the largest enclosed city park in Europe, and try to spot its herds of resident fallow deer. It’s technically its own district, but the best entrance is the one in Stoneybatter, at Parkgate Street. Hide from the rain Browse the cute boutiques on Manor Street – you can pick up excellent gifts from local designers and artists in Moo Market, while The Lilliput Press is a brilliant little bookshop with a winning focus on Irish writers. Take a novel over to Lilliput Stores and devour it over a coffee. Get cultured Drop by Arbour Hill, a military cemetery where 14 executed leaders of the 1916 Rising were laid to rest. Next to the memorial you’ll find the Irish United Nations Veterans Asso