FX Buckley on Crow Street presents a classic steakhouse exterior: polished, inviting, and…read moreunmistakeably traditional in its presentation. This is their second location after the original FX Buckley on Pembroke Street opened in the 1980s; but the Buckley family has been serving premium cuts of Irish beef since the 1600s! The restaurant's interior leans into rich, warm tones with dark woods, leather seating, an open kitchen, and an atmosphere that feels both refined and approachable. Make sure to check out the massive dry-aging fridge in the front of the space, where scarlet-hued meats are displayed through transparent glass panes. We made a reservation for 4 at 6:30pm on a Sunday night through OpenTable, and the restaurant was about half-full when we arrived, but filled up throughout the course of our meal. Our server immediately brought over a tray of their six cuts of meat (all 100% Irish and dry-aged for 28 days), including ribeye, striploin, filet, and variations on the bone. Additionally, there's chalkboard graphics on the wall with detailed descriptions of each cut, which was very helpful in our selection. All steaks are cooked in their signature Josper charcoal ovens, lending a lovely touch of smoky flavor. The menu reads "classic steakhouse", with plenty of different cuts and weights of steak, refined starters, plenty of sides, and a variety of options for non-beef-eaters. We also appreciated the fact that each steak comes with your choice of one of three sides (chips, mashed potatoes, or salad), as well as your choice of sauce (bernaise, bone marrow jus, garlic butter, or pepper sauce). Additionally, all steaks on the bone are served with crispy fried onions. Their wine list is highly lauded, with bottles from all around the world, and a master in-house sommelier. As two members of our party weren't too hungry, they split a Caesar Salad (€13) and the Free Range Chicken (€29) between them. The Caesar Salad was a fresh salad of lightly-dressed, crunchy romaine lettuce, topped with an almost snow-like shaved Parmesan, and Crowe's smoked bacon. The variety of textures and flavors made this a surprising hit. The chicken was tender and juicy, served with a rich truffle cream sauce and salted kohlrabi, as well as your choice of side (she chose the Sauteed Chestnut Mushrooms with Watercress, which were so tender that they cut like butter). While we found the portion of chicken to be a bit small, the ability to choose your own side (which are normally €7-8 on their own) was much appreciated. My brother opted for the 22oz Ribeye on the Bone (€90), which was a hefty portion of well-marbled ribeye on a dramatic tomahawk bone. It was cooked to a perfect medium-rare, with a signature reddish-pink center, and paired nicely with their sharp Pepper Sauce. His Beef Dripping Chips were thick-cut steak fries, with a delightfully crispy exterior, and a pillowy soft interior. Lastly, the fried onions tasted like an elevated version of French's Fried Onions (bringing back memories of Thanksgiving green bean casserole). I chose the 16oz Striploin on the Bone (€49.50) - one generally wouldn't associate the word "value" with a top-line steakhouse, yet this was truly a steal of a dish. Cooked to a perfect rare (cool red center) with a decent amount of marbling, yet still incredibly tender, this was one of the best steaks I've ever had. The bone marrow jus tasted like a rich gravy, yet not too decadent for the sumptuous steak. I chose the Organic Leaf Salad as a side, which was an assortment of mixed leaves, thin-shaved carrots and onions, and a tangy vinaigrette; I appreciated the lightness of the dressing when paired with the meat. We were so full from our generously-portioned entrees that we couldn't fathom ordering dessert, though some of their options were quite tempting (particularly their Bailey's Espresso Cheesecake). Additionally, their Sunday Roast (€29.50) is a much more affordable way to sample some of their Irish meat, though note that it's only served between 1-4pm on Sundays. If you're in the market for a proper steakhouse experience in Dublin with quality ingredients and thoughtful execution, looking no further than FX Buckley!

Holy cow, best meal we had in Dublin!! Started the meal with the three oysters and three scallop…read moreappetizers. The oysters were bright fresh and perfectly briney absolutely amazing. The scallops were seared to perfect perfection and fresh unbelievable appetizers. For our main courses I had the 10 ounce strip loin cooked medium well with mashed potatoes and the au jus sauce my husband got the fillet with the pepper sauce and mashed potatoes. The steaks were cooked to perfection. The potatoes were amazing. The au jus sauce was good, but the pepper sauce was out of this world perfection. Also had a whiskey sour that was amazing, and my husband had a glass of red wine that went perfectly with his meal for dessert. We had the sticky toffee pudding, which was stunning as well as the espresso cheesecake and a cappuccino, the meal, the service and the whole atmosphere of the restaurant was 10 out of 10. You must eat here if you're visiting Dublin.

Very nice staff and the food came out quickly. Definitely recommend reservations as the restaurant…read morefilled up quickly after 5pm. For some reason Google says they don't open until 5pm but there were people inside since 4pm. Very small and intimate. Only 3 or so booths for larger parties. Looks like a small cute cafe from the outside. Food was delicious except the sauce on the broccoli was very distracting. Didn't pair well with the steak. Fries were great. Very crispy.

One of my favourite meals of 2025 so far. The Featherblade steak was delicious. The chips in beef…read moredripping were a standout. Such great value with three courses only €38. Great service and everything was perfectly timed. Need to come back ASAP!

JDs is, in short, one of the best steak based restaurants in the city…read more The meat is good, the chefs capable of cooking meat just as you ordered it and the waiting staff efficient. highly recomended!

Back in the states I love, love having steak for dinner. Since moving to Dublin, I've been a bit…read morehesitant about it. The Irish seem to think that in order for a steak to be safe to eat every last bit of juice needs to be cooked out of it. My dad came to visit and I didn't warn him about the beef and he was not very happy when a charred, dried lump of meat landed in front of him. Not pretty. All that said I decided to give JD's a chance, I figured if it's a steakhouse they must understand that when someone orders medium rare that it should come out that way and with a bit of pink in the middle. Don't worry it won't kill you! I'm very happy to report that my steak came out perfectly cooked and absolutely delicious. I'll definitely be heading here again when I feel my iron is getting a bit low!

On our three week trip to Scotland and Ireland, our last three days were spent in Kilkenny…read more Our apartment just happens to be above the Butcher restaurant. We arrived early in the afternoon, and once the restaurant opened, we were provided with free smells of wonderfully cooking beef. Our plans were to go explore Kilkenny, looking for a place to eat, as the Butcher did not have any available seats. As l've done with other cities around Scotland and Ireland, I walked in, asked Camila if there were any seats available for four, she said we have one available right now. I scurried back and got the rest of the crew, and we were provided with a wonderful meal. We all chose the daily special, which was a 12 ounce ribeye, which we shared between each couple. We also added in salads, as well as grilled vegetables and sautéed mushrooms. All aspects of the meal were really good. I don't recall the name of the server, but he was very good, along with everybody else on the team who were always paying attention, and provided you with anything you needed at a moment's notice. The restaurant was very busy, and I'm surprised we were able to get a table, but Camila did a great job. Great vibe in the place. A bit noisy at first, but a couple large / loud tables settled their bills and left. Quite pleasant then. Thank you!

Showed up 30 minutes late because I got the time wrong and figured our reservation was toast. The…read moreButcher Grill is tiny and usually packed, so I thought there was no chance. But the hostess was an absolute gem. She had even tried calling me and still held our table. That kind of kindness already made me a fan before I even sat down. The food was incredible. I'm not usually into beans, but theirs were so good I kept going back for more. The scallops were perfectly cooked, sweet and tender. And the steak... wow. The flavor was out of this world. I've had some great steaks in my life, but this one took the cake. Every bite was rich, juicy, and unforgettable. I ate all over Ireland, and this was hands down my favorite meal of the trip. If you get the chance, do not miss The Butcher Grill.

First, I have to apologize for the awful photos. I'm not…read moresure if it was the lighting or user error, but I could not take a good photo in this beautiful venue. We were referred to Shanahan's by American friends. This is a classic American steakhouse, and had I realized that, I would have chosen a more authentically Irish restaurant. The meal and service were fantastic, but I'm not sure this would rank in my top steakhouse experiences. Our steak was not cooked medium rare - it was almost medium well. While everything was delicious, nothing stood out as unique other than the bread. That being said, a similar experience in the states would cost two times as much (think Morton's or Jeff Ruby's). The bread was fantastic, as were the scallops. As a southern American, the creamed corn was fantastic and as authentic as I've had anywhere (including the south). Our servers were incredibly attentive and the venue was beautiful. If you're from the USA... I'd pass and leave the experience to European tourists who want the American steakhouse experience. No complaints, just not what we typically look for when traveling international (which is entirely our fault). This is a very post place and reservations are a must.

The restaurant was beautiful and the hostesses were kind when greeting me and finding me a table (I…read moredid not have a reservation). The bread was Delicious! I could have ate that alone. This steakhouse reminds me of a Ruth Chris in the states. All steaks are ala carte and cooked perfectly. I got a half portion of truffle fries and it was definitely large enough for 2 people at minimum. Upon receiving my bill they gave me three chocolates which was a great treat. The only reason I didn't rate this higher is the wait service seemed to ignore me after I ordered and only till I asked for the check. The restaurant was busy with large parties and their attentiveness with them did look like if it was slower or I had a larger party I would get the same.

Our Irish fine dining tour continues! Tonight we visited FX Buckley. The Pembroke Street location…read moreis smart casual, and cozy. Dry aged Irish beef is exceptional! The purveyors are experienced butchers and they know their cuts of beef. We tried several of their famous steak sauces and my favorite is the pepper sauce. Beef dripping chips are rich and different. Pair the meal with a glass of red wine or an Old Fashioned.

The service here is worth five stars by itself. The dining room is small and cozy. The staff does…read morean exceptional job of explaining all cuts and the flavor profiles of each cut. We opted for the dining for 2 filet at 16oz and comes with a ton of sides. The steak was cooked perfectly. Had very good flavor and was evenly cooked. The broccoli and mushrooms were my favorite sides and they were all perfectly cooked. The cocktails were exceptional we had the Old Fashioned and whiskey sour. The drinks are a tad on the sweet side if you are sensitive to that. Flavors were great but didn't seem too strong. Would definitely recommend stopping in for a steak and cocktail. Highly recommend getting a reservation.

Absolutely loved it here! Irish beef with French cooking techniques make for a great combination…read more The ribeye a well marbled and flavorful cut and was cooked perfectly. Really enjoyed the way the vegetables were prepared as well. Presentation of everything was gorgeous. Mashed potatoes were just ok, I'd suggest opting for a different side. Nice cocktail menu. Servers were attentive but not overbearing. We will be back next time we're in Dublin!

We were looking for lunch and saw the luncheon specials posted at Boeuf. Took a chance and glad…read morewe did. Lots of locals. Great service and good food. The steak and chicken were seasoned and cooked perfectly!

Very delighted to find such a delicate and high-quality restaurant in the town of Mullingar. Walked…read morein on a Friday early evening at around 5:30 pm and was seated instantly. Still not much customers around, the atmosphere was relaxed, elegant, with soothing background music. Had the early bird two-course menu with a pint and a dessert. Pint of Guinness: well poured, the bubbling foam lasting a long time, very creamy and silky mouthfeel. Jack Daniel's Chicken Wings: fried to perfection, crispy on the outside but juicy and hot meat. The JD sauce was a pleasant surprise, with refreshing maple syrup taste and a bit of smokiness that is typical of a JD whiskey, while also having some pleasant spices. 10oz Striploin steak: added €6 to sub for this, requested medium. Steak was grilled to perfection, eye-catching grill marks, juicy texture, packed with beefy taste. Though I wish the garlic butter sauce could be made with a bit more salt, and the chips could use a bit more crispiness on the outside. Ice cream sundae: though the flavors were standard vanilla, strawberry, and chocolate, the taste was very rich and smooth. Service was friendly and attentive all over. Though with some small hiccups, this has been a very pleasant experience. Would definitely recommend this to anyone visiting Mullingar, and try to catch their early bird menu if you can. t

I was so surprised how good the streak Was. Absolutely perfect! Great manager and wonderful…read moreservice. We went there during the Fleadh Ceoil Festival and it was extremely busy but I was amazed how good the service was.

Excellent food and excellent service. Lovely cocktails to start. We did the wings, prawns and…read moreBurrata salad for appetizers- all fantastic. Can't go wrong with the filet, tender and cooked perfectly. If you like desert - sticky toffee pudding is fab. Great evening, thanks Eric For a wonderful meal.

From the owner: Due to Covid-19 we are temporarily closed and we would like to apologize for any inconvenience this…read morehas caused.

Narrow restaurant with multiple narrow levels. Apparently they specialize in steaks, but I came…read morehere for the Sunday Roast. Was not disappointed by the level of craftsmanship. Sunday Roast: High quality roast, you can definitely tell this is from a steakhouse. The veggies tasted more delicate and meticulously flavored, than if some pub was putting this together. Though I didn't notice any of the pancetta that the menu said would be in the cabbage. The gravy tasted wine based and was great with the mashed potatoes. Nice fluffy Yorkshire pudding. Definitely scratched the itch I had for a Sunday roast. Lemon Brûlée: More like a lemon tart, with a brûléed top. Really enjoy this, quite refreshing.

Finished our honeymoon with dinner here by referral from a local. Delish steaks and drinks, the…read morevibe and ambiance is cool, small and speakeasy-ish, my only con is there weren't a ton of choices for apps/salads and it seemed a little unorganized when we were sat and orders being taken. However, they did offer comp drinks for our honeymoon and food was good.