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.

Very convenient location. Music playing. Food was delicious. We had a reservation and we were…read moreseated right away. On a busy night it might be helpful to make a reservation. We were so hungry we just took photos of the appetizers. We ordered the early specials. I had hummus and mixed Kafta chicken and beef with spicy potatoes. Husband ordered Arayess as a starter. Then spiced chicken kafta. He really enjoyed the meal. Our tea and coffee was delicious

I really enjoyed the falafel sandwiches! This was triple recommended to me before coming to Dublin…read moreand it didn't disappoint! I recommend for a quick, low key lunch option. There is a ton of seating

I came at the perfect time right Veggie the rush. Loved the music they were playing when I walked…read morein. Think fast food BUT fresh food. I tried stuffed grape leaves, lentil soup, & the Moroccan quinoa salad with added falafel. Definitely a great Mediterranean restaurant in the heart of Dublin. Very efficient service and kind staff.

Despite the friendly service, I don't understand the high ratings. We stopped in on a Friday night…read morebecause of its convenient location and were warmly greeted and immediately liked the cozy interior. The food, however, really let us down. Everything was overpriced and nothing was made fresh. The meagre kitchen set-up consists of a microwave and a toaster oven, which everything is reheated in. We ordered the stuffed pepper and prawn & chorizo starters. The portions were very small; we especially felt ripped off when we saw the size of the prawn & chorizo dish. For €8, we got 4 tiny shrimp and a few small pieces of sausage. We also shared the mushroom and spinach pizza, which was as hard as a board. I'm all for thin crust, but this was so dry, it was basically a giant cracker.... And the worst part was the mushrooms were canned! For €15, it just really didn't cut it. The staff couldn't be faulted, though. They were attentive and even gave us complimentary desserts for moving to accommodate another walk-in party. Unfortunately, I was just so disappointed with the food that I wouldn't return.

What makes Bach 16 such a special place? It's one of many eateries in this part of town, a tiny one…read moreat that, and it doesn't pretend to blow you away with slick interiors or incredible fad new ingredients. Maybe that's exactly why Bach 16 is such a lovely place, it keeps things simple, small, delicious and easy. I think it's one of the best places in Dublin to have a pizza, the pizza bases alone are to die for, perfectly thin and just crispy enough. If you're not in the mood for pizza, you can go for a salad - one of those good, rich ones, that won't leave you starving or hoping for a hint of flavour - or even some tapas. All the flavours are mediterranean inspired. Be it late (last time we went in for some dinner after 9pm) or for some brunch/lunch, they never disappoint and you can always find something that suits your preferences at the time. Heck, they even have some nice desserts or some Port to send you on your merry way.. well, merrier. It's a lovely place on a sunny weekend morning, the room gets warm and bright with the sunlight, and you can enjoy the peace and cosiness inside while outside the quays are bustling with people and cars. I might take half a star for the wine selection, but honestly, all things considered, it doesn't bother me all that much and you still can enjoy a nice glass if you know your own preferences. Drink and food prices are all very fair, and the guys are so nice that it's one of those places you just feel like giving a nice tip to thank them properly for the whole meal.

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.

It disappeared. No longer there which is too bad because I really enjoyed the food about a year…read moreago, last time I was in Dublin.

Fantastic waitstaff! Very friendly and attentive. The vegetarian moussaka was great. The raspberry…read morecheesecake was good too. BOYW was fantastic too. Liquor store is around the corner too. Come here for a fantastic meal!

I don't know how i end up there ,but, picture this; the restaurant is called Istanbul and you would…read moreexpect turkish food but as you walk in you will see indian menu and asian staff which made me think why " Istanbul" .They also do some middle eastern dishes which am not sure if its turkish either, but, Any way we gave it a shot and ordered different dishes and asked for mild food. Guess what every thing we had was super super hot that we were not able to eat it. However, the staff were nice they gave us complimentary chips which was extremely hot too haha. Overall, 2 out of 10 is maximom i can rate this place.

Very tasty authentic kebabs, a little steep with the prices though.read more

What an experience we had at Falafel! The owner greeted us at the door, offering us samples of…read moreolives and suggesting different menu items to try. We did indeed have those olives and some pita bread for the road. The pita bread was so soft and fluffy, and also stayed warm throughout our night. The olives were marinated to perfection, and we recieved a healthy amount! I think the real amazing part of this was the story we'll have dancing with the owner, and how he made us feel- apart of the family. When we're back in Dublin, we'll definitely be here again!

4.5 stars The restaurant Falafel is situated in a prime…read morelocation near Temple Bar and offers a menu of authentic Middle Eastern dishes in an atmospheric dining room. There were falafels of several different varieties, and I had the Palestinian Falafel plate, which came with six crunchy spiced chickpea fritters along with a grainy hummus and a salad of lettuce, tomatoes, pickled cucumbers and red cabbage, parsley, and olives. I also tried the Mixed Shish plate, which came with a chicken kebab and lamb kofta (minced lamb) kebab, which were both flavorful but slightly dry. At the table were two sauces including a creamy white sauce and a spicy red chili sauce, but my favorite part of the meal was the freshly baked naan breads, which were thin and crispy in the center and puffy and chewy around the edges.

This place was wonderful. It had a mixture of Mediterranean dishes from Italian to middle eastern…read more We had a little of both and enjoyed each item. We had mixed kebab with lamb and chicken. It had a lovely salad and fresh pita. The meat was perfectly seasoned and well portioned. We also had the chicken Alfredo with salad. It had a light cream and cheese sauce. Not heavy at all. The chicken was perfectly cooked and the salad added a fresh bite to the meal. The lemon and ginger tea was a lovely ending to a delicious meal. The staff were friendly and helpful. It was relaxed with a beautiful interior that was fun and festive. Recommend if you are in the area to try it.

Great little place in North Dublin Well worth the walk from…read moreCity Centre The chicken curry was scrumptious, and the salad was crisp and fresh and minty and delicious The service was friendly and fast, and the food was piping hot when we got it Chicken over rice was super tasty

OMFG this place is amazing. The guys have just started this new market stall and it's unbelievably…read moregood. The menu is small which is always a good sign, they offer just three different pitas and a few sides. Wait until you try the pitas, they are like pillows of air! They taste nothing like the ones you get in a shop, they're delicious.

ducked in here after getting caught in some heavy rain - and i'm so glad we did! the ambiance was…read morelovely and the food was delicious and well-portioned. my favorites were the sausage pasta and abercorn leaf salad. the cocktail menu is really unique! i had the cornflakes, would recommend. service was lovely, attentive, and kind. also side note: the bathroom is luxurious!

Had such a nice dinner here! We had been walking around for a while trying to find a restaurant…read morewithout a wait on a Friday night, and finally came across this restaurant. It's centrally located, and had amazing food, so I'm surprised there wasn't a wait. We were seated outside without heaters on a chilly night, but the restaurant had very warm blankets for us to use at the table, which kept us warm the entire night! Our server was great and very funny, so we had a good time talking to him too! Overall, a great experience. We all loved the food and the ambiance. Will definitely come back here next time I'm in Dublin!