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El Bahia

3.7 (47 reviews)
ModerateMoroccan, Middle Eastern
Closed 5:30 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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Moderate noise
Intimate
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Razel M.

Had to walk hecka far to reach this spot... But once I walked in, it was awesome. We were seated immediately, by this very friendly and professional guy who pretty much waited on the entire restaurant the whole time we were there --- and did it freaking well. Not to mention looking really good in a very tight pair of pants haha. I felt like I was very definitely in another time and place. Awesome decor, our table had what looked like inlaid gold, seats were comfy and velvety, everything was cluttered in that sort of Arabian exotic way. Music was awesome too. Unfortunately, I can't give five stars because I wasn't gushing about the food. This, may I add, could be a personal failing. Got the Tangier couscous -- wish they had used some other part other than the breast (sorry, I'm sooo not healthy) but the sauce really was pretty good. My friend had the Mhancha bastille, which is a LOT more than it looks when it gets down to your tummy. It was way too dry for me though. And finally, the not-cool thing: there was a €16 minimum per person. Now me and my girl... we were not too hungry and wanted to share. So we ended up having leftovers that we didn't really wanna take home.

Maire B.

Despite the ravings of my friends, or perhaps because of, I found myself underwhelmed by El Bahia. Certainly there is a nice atmosphere in the place and the decor and way of serving means that your meal does feel like more of an experience than a lot of other restaurant meals. The food here is quite good. Certainly it's fresh stuff and it's cooked well and it's reasonably priced. So I can't quite put my finger on why I don't rave about it like my friends... but I suspect it's something to do with my lamb tagine tasting and looking remarkably like irish stew, so maybe the exotic surrounds led me to expect the food to be more exotic than it is!

Dani B.

I'd never eaten Moroccan food before so I was fairly excited about going to El Bahia. Just walking into the restaurant I felt like I'd been transported straight into a restaurant in Marrakech. It took me a while to decide what I wanted to try because everything on the menu sounded so tasty- there are lots of different types of couscous on offer, Tagine's and Vegetarian meals- but I decided to try the Chicken Bastilla- Chicken and almonds in filo pastry with cinnamon and sugar on top. It was amazing! And Moroccan coffee as dessert... The food is a bit pricey, but it's great for a treat when you fancy something a bit different.

Jessie L.

The food is good, but he service was horrible. The waitress didn't give us water when we requested multiple time. She didn't write down the orders we ordered and for some of our orders. The food is bit pricy.

The Moroccan Sweets on the desserts menu is absolutely fantastic.
Sarah P.

Delicious food for a great price. The restaurant is very cozy and the staff is so friendly. Definitely will come back again!

Fabulous party room for celebrations!
Azomot T.

I have been to Ireland a few times and was getting tired of pub food and stumbled on this fabulous Moroccan restaurant! The food was so heavenly, each course was better than the last. We are from Texas and are so sad that we don't have this restaurant back in Dallas! Had the meatballs as a starter and then I ate a rabbit dish (Mhancha Bastilla) that was amazing and my daughter ate the braised beef tongue with couscous (Lissan), which was also divine. Joseph, our waiter was also very helpful and attentive! I'm so glad we found this place, but sad we leave for Scotland tomorrow and then off to Dallas.

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Never again I well go to this Morocco restaurants staff was very bed to me and my girlfriend I i spend 230 € service was very bed

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Great atmosphere. They managed disguise a normal Dublin Georgian house into a bit of Morrocco. Everything else is great too. Two thumbs up

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Shouk - Chicken shawarma

Shouk

4.7(10 reviews)
2.3 kmDrumcondra

Spotted Shouk on Dublin's The Eater Essentials and we booked this dinner res as our first night…read more Overall, the food was fantastic, great price point. and portion sizes were fantastic. Shouk's interior is very cute, with high ceilings and an open set up allowing you to dine outside, in a room connected to the outdoor space, or a darker, "indoor" area. food: Fantastic. As someone who is GF and was worried about this when traveling abroad, the GF options where fabulous and the restaurant is very accommodating. The food was fresh and served warm right as it was finished - huge plus service: Servers were kind and lovely :) Every table reservation gives you 1hr and 45 minutes to dine. if you're running late, you won't lose your table but you'll just be seated for a shorter amount of time - keep that in mind :) ambiance: The only reason I'd give Shouk 4 stars is because of the distance of the tables. In the room connected to the outdoor space where we were seated, things did feel a bit cramped. The restaurant has an "open kitchen" where you can see your food being cooked and come out which is great, but we did sit right next to the kitchen and things got a bit stuffy, despite the doors being open outside. Not sure if this was ventilation or the fact that there were many tables and folks dining that night, but that's the only thing i'd change about our experience.

We schlepped across to the north side in search of a special midweek late lunch. Very handy parking…read morearound the corner. The restaurant is right beside Drumcondra railway station, tucked into a corner of the Old St Vincent's Centre for the Deaf. Inside a cosy but buzzy dining room greets you with an impressive number of hungry diners tucking in to the Middle Eastern/Lebanese fare. We ordered a large mezze to share together with a Batta which is mostly roast sweet potatoes stuffed with lamb mince, yoghurt and spices. Absolutely fantastic. The mezze came with plentiful flatbreads which we hungrily filled with deliciousness and devoured. As it was lunchtime, we decided not to have any wine but I'd be pretty confident it would only be better with a crisp Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc. As it was, we had some sparkling water instead and agreed it was a standout meal that was filing but also vaguely healthy. Service was speedy and attentive and we emerged into the sunshine to begin, once again, the odyssey across the Liffey. We will be back.

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The Cedar Tree - Spiced Potatoes

The Cedar Tree

4.0(123 reviews)
0.1 kmSouth Inner City
€€

Absolutely deliciously authentic! As someone who's extremely particular about traditional Easter…read moredishes and Mediterranean flavors, I was genuinely impressed. Every bite tasted like it came straight from a cherished family recipe. This cozy, family-run restaurant radiates warmth and hospitality from the moment you walk in -- you instantly feel like part of the family. The hummus and baba ghanoush are out of this world: creamy, fresh, and full of flavor. The shawarma was perfectly seasoned and tender, and the Lebanese potatoes were crisped to perfection with just the right touch of garlic and spice. We finished with strong, fragrant Lebanese coffee and flaky, melt-in-your-mouth baklava -- the perfect ending to a fantastic meal. Every dish was clearly made with love and attention to detail. It's the kind of hidden gem you feel lucky to discover. Tucked away in Dublin, this place deserves far more attention. And as if the food weren't reason enough to fall in love, the lovely lady proprietor is warm, welcoming -- and a Metallica fan! Seriously, how cool is that? Highly, highly recommend!

Stopped in at Cedar Tree for dinner and absolutely loved the vibe. It's super welcoming and the…read morebeautiful mosaic tiles on the walls really make the place feel special. I went with the chicken mansef for my main course and it was seriously good. The chicken was tender, and the rice was perfect, but the best part was definitely the texture and flavor burst from the pomegranate seeds scattered on top. That little bit of sweet and sour pop really made the dish stand out. Excellent food, a gorgeous atmosphere, and friendly service.

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The Cedar Tree - Lovely, warm interior

Lovely, warm interior

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Shakshuka - Falafel, hummus, prawns, halloumi for starter

Shakshuka

3.6(5 reviews)
2.3 kmRathmines

Everyone should try out this amazing new Palestinian restaurant, you will thank me later…read more Tucked away in a little side lane, so easy to miss. But trust me, have a look for it. Starters/mezze are around 6/7 Euro and mains only around the 14 Euro mark. There is so much choice, you will have a hard time deciding what to take. There is a lot of vegetarian and even vegan options. Of course, we ordered way too much food as portions are massive. The hummus, halloumi, Baked prawns and falafel for starter came with lovely fresh bread. We were already stuffed when our mains arrived. I got some chicken in fermented yoghurt sauce. The rice served with it was full of nuts and pomegranate, delicious! To make things even better: This is a byob restaurant with only 4 Euro corkage. The waitress was super sweet and made us feel very welcome. Seriously go!

Was inspired by the restaurant name since I'm a lover of the shakshuka I've experienced in Tunisia…read more Their version of it was accurate by taste however far short of the sumptuous varieties of vegetables and meats found in the homemade offerings from Tunisian kitchens. Shakshuka is a small room with a linear layout which when crowded with the maximum number of occupied tables, creates a noise level so high that one must shout to be heard by a friend sitting directly across the table. The interior is somewhat reminiscent of Israeli culture but not representative of a whole lot of planning or investment of time and materials. The bathroom does however seem to be Middle Eastern in that there is one room for both sexes and one stall for each sex for those who are not sensitive to the combined concept.

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Brother Hubbard - Scone

Brother Hubbard

4.4(363 reviews)
0.7 kmNorth Inner City
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Visiting Ireland for the first time, I did my best to read up on good places to grab breakfast,…read morebaked goods in Dublin and Brother Hubbard popped up on a few lists, Reddit posts, so I put it on my list to try and I'm glad I did! I walked in on a Wednesday morning, right as they opened at 9am, and was seated immediately. The sit-in part of Brother Hubbard is bright, relaxing, spacious with plenty of tables inside and there's a patio outside with plenty of tables as well. The waitress came over with a menu and gave me plenty of time to look it over. She was very courteous and pleasant, checking in throughout my time there, never hovering. For breakfast, I ordered an Americano, a ginger scone, and their Irish Oat Porridge - Classic. Their porridge is organic oats made with milk and with ordering it as "Classic", it was served with cream and honey. Starting with the ginger scone, this was another case of a perfectly baked scone - Crispy, golden exterior with a moist, buttery interior. The flavor of ginger was perfectly balanced and the raisins inside were a nice supplement to the scone. The porridge was really good, I loved the creaminess of it! Both did a nice job of filling me up and setting me up for the day of walking to come. Funny enough, around 3:30pm, I stopped here again to grab a mid-afternoon treat and ordered the chocolate and hazelnut Babka, their soft bun filled with chocolate and toasted hazelnuts. This pastry was crazy tasty! A slightly crispy exterior with a croissant-like inside chocked full of chocolate and those toasted hazelnuts. This was so rich and truly decadent. Brother Hubbard is a gem of a breakfast and pastry spot! I appreciate the relaxing café environment with friendly staff and high-quality food. I know if I come back to Dublin, I'd come back to grab breakfast, or perhaps another Babka.

I heard Brother Hubbard was the restaurant to eat at to start your day, so finally checked it out…read moreon my last day in Dublin. Brother Hubbard is a solid spot for breakfast and brunch, serving entrees, lighter fare and offers a pastry assortment that will have you pondering about getting takeout. I visited Brother Hubbard on a Sunday, half an hour after it opened and was able to be seated immediately. However, the brunch rush came afterwards and by the time I left, the entire place was filled. It's popular. And yes, it's the same spot Phil Rosenthal ate at. I even saw the owner who was featured on the show here, helping out with clearing tables and so forth. I ordered the traditional Irish breakfast and an iced chai latte. The food was good and actually, not as heavy as I anticipated. It came with an egg, sausage, bacon, beans and a pudding, which I had to look up. It's ground meat with oats and is molded into a patty. It didn't taste bad, so can see why it's served around these parts of the world. And the meal also came with another item I had to look up, colcannon bread, which was a potato bread with kale. And it was my favorite part of the breakfast! Delicious. If you're looking for a breakfast spot in Dublin, then I'm pretty sure you already know about Brother Hubbard, which is popular, all for good reason. The food was tasty, service was friendly and I loved how bright and welcoming the restaurant was. I was satisfied.

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Brother Hubbard - Chocolate and Hazelnut Babka

Chocolate and Hazelnut Babka

Brother Hubbard - Chocolate and Hazelnut Babka

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Dada Restaurant - Chicken Supreme (so delicious)

Dada Restaurant

3.7(103 reviews)
0.2 kmSouth Inner City
€€€

Dada is such a beautiful restaurant, with a wonderful team of staff who deliver exceptional service…read moreand just create such a friendly environment. The food was 5 stars! so stunning. They also topped up our bread for free with the humus/dips starter. Dada also have a wide range of vegetarian options too. We also celebrated a friends Birthday, and they gave a free desert and sang Happy Birthday to her, which was a great little touch. Then at the end of our meal, they offered us complimentary peppermint tea and allowed for us to relax and enjoy our tea. Another bonus, which I only realised when I read the menu, but it's "BYOW(wine)" however, you need to buy at least 2 courses to avail of this. Great addition if you were having a gathering and wanted to enjoy a couple bottles of wine at a lower price.

Honestly perhaps we're just spoiled living in Los Angeles, but the food was so mid and…read moredisappointing. We did the "early bird" and the price ended up being higher than the normal cost of those items on the menu! The flavor was so bland and the dips were weird colors and tasted very off except for the tdaziki dip. The Mediterranean bowl could have been good if it were served warm with warm roasted vegetables, but it was ice cold. The cous cous royale was okay but could have been better with more seasonings and flavor. The pastine was dry and bland and disappointing. The only tasty thing we ordered was the ginger lemonade which was out of this world. Also the portions were large and presentation was nice and the restaurant itself has great decor, which is why it gets 2 stars. Someone would have to pay me to eat here again lol

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Dada Restaurant - Sweet potato and carrot

Sweet potato and carrot

Dada Restaurant - Dip platter

Dip platter

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El Bahia - moroccan - Updated May 2026

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