Matt the Thresher is a seafood restaurant known for its fresh, locally sourced Irish cuisine and lively atmosphere. The restaurant is located in the city center, just a few block from our hotel near St. Stephens Green. The 4 of us previously made reservations. It was a great meal and among the best we enjoyed during our 2 week stay in various parts of Ireland. Our waitress was great, particularly when she explained the Shrimp Scampi in Ireland was breaded. We had a nice table, with a nice view of the bar and the room, and fun energy. Here's what we ordered: - Matt's Seafood Linguine (Eric) - Turbot (Gayle) - Halibut (Fern) - Porchetta (Don) We ordered a bottle of white wine for the table (Gavi Di Gavi), which Fern had heard good things about. We were not disappointed as it went well with everything (including the pork) and was enough wine for how we often drink at dinner. We finished off with 2 orders (for sharing) of Warm Chocolate Fondant. Full and happy, we ventured back into the night and to our nice hotel. read more

Solid choice in city centre with plenty of good, fresh seafood options. The menu is full of good choices, including daily specials. Since the items are fresh, several dishes may be sold out by dinner time. I was disappointed I couldn't try the soup of the day, poached pear and goat cheese salad or the louet feisser or grilled louet feisser. They were sold out, which is a good sign of their popularity and freshness. I started off side baby gem caesar dressing salad. It didn't taste much like caesar dressing. I could've done without it. For my main I had the seafood linguine. The seafood included pawns, mussels and clams. It was good, nice size portion of seafood. My friend had the trout special and he said it was very good and fresh. He also enjoyed the Carlingford and Connemara Oysters The cocktails unfortunately were a miss for us. My Manhattan tasted more like vermouth than whiskey. My friend exchanged the mojito for a cider because it was a bit too syrupy. My other friend did enjoy her whiskey sour. They have an extensive wine list. The service was great. We were seated immediately and one waitress was very friendly, had great energy and provided us with great recommendations. The decor is gorgeous. I especially looked the lights above the bar. The seating is also pretty spacious I would return to try a few different items read more

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This was a recommendation from others that had traveled to Dublin. The restaurant was fine for what we needed. There were 6 of us and we were seated in a booth with a small table that felt like it would've better fit 3-4 people. Our waitress was kind and attentive. The food was good, but nothing too special. We enjoyed the lobster arancini appetizer. The fish and chips was good, but high price for what you get. Overall, a fine meal but nothing too special write home about read more

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Nice place about a 20 minute walk from the river in Dublin. We went after a tour of Trinity College. The service was wonderful and the drink selection was great. Definitely a great place to go if you are looking for a cocktail or wine instead of a pint, although they still had a great draft selection. The real reason I wanted to come was for the crock of mussels though. They were awesome with a great flavor. The garlic bread was crisp and perfect to dip. The fish and chips were good too, but the mussels were great! read more

Matt The Thresher - Mussels - Seafood Near Me - Dublin, D

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The food was very good. The design and overall vibe was very nice and classy. We enjoyed excellent service. My linguini was good but not one of the best. Could have used more shellfish. read more

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Fun, lively Dublin seafood joint. Just what we were looking for after a wonderful day of sightseeing. Friendly, attentive service.

What a lovely restaurant for our last night in Dublin! The interior has great decor and a wonderful vibe, with an area of tables and bookshelves I wanted to sit in for an entire afternoon. Our server was fun and funny, and took good care of us. The food was very good; I had a burger, which was excellent. The fries/chips were fine. Someone else had the Salade Nicoise with tuna; the eggs were a gorgeous golden color. Save room for dessert! We shared a mixed berry crumble with ice cream and it was excellent. Would definitely return my next time in Dublin! read more

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If you're an oyster fan, this grilled plate is like no other and a must-try when in Dublin Just a short walk from the park, there's a bit of outside seating and a beautifully bright and inviting interior I also had the fish/chips and brown bread, also very good but I was swept away by the oyster plate. I've had plenty of grilled oysters in New Orleans, but I suppose we just haven't gotten that creative yet- these are very special read more

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The food was good. We were tired of the Irish pub food so we decided to pop in here for a nice meal. Gave us a break from fried and stewed food. Food was fresh and came out pretty quick. We got the two special of the day and they were both very filling. The fish was fresh and not dry. Tried the dessert and it was decent. Nothing too special. Inside was classy and clean. They had nice music playing and bright lighting. Service was a little weird. The host was kind and very welcoming. Our server was not that. She was very rude and unkind. She paid no attention to us. Threw menus at us as well as our receipt when we paid. read more

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Excellent seafood in the heart of Dublin. I really like that the ambience is friendly and dinner oriented. Not a crowded pub scene, which can get tiresome in Dublin. read more

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Checked in this Sunday afternoon for the live jazz music from 2 to 5 pm every weekend. Bartender was very friendly, and I got to taste several Irish whiskey. Also tasted the house fish chowder. The chowder was well made, warm and creamy with delicate taste of potato flour cream and pleasantly spicy seasoning. Also came with a generous portion of fish fillets that tasted very well. The waitress advised to add a touch of lemon juice to the chowder, and it worked very well. The lemon zest balanced against the heavy and savory taste of chowder. Very pleasant experience overall. read more

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Went there for dinner and decided on 'Catch of the day' which was monkfish. It was lovely and service was great! Great place for seafood! read more

Matt The Thresher - Catch of the day. Monkfish - Seafood Near Me - Dublin, D

Food was great but their service can be improved. Servers and specifically the receptionist could be more patient and friendly towards their guests. read more

Friday night, 830pm. We were placed downstairs at a table that by all accounts shouldn't exist. This table, placed directly at the bottom of a dark wooden stairwell, felt like a practical joke without a punchline. I kept expecting a 'You're on Candid Camera' type moment so the tension could ease and I might be let in on the joke. Entirely unlit by any semblance of lighting, I felt not unlike Quasimodo, cast away in a dark stone tower. Except, instead of being ceremoniously expected to nightly toll the hallowed bell of Notre-Dame, I was resigned to squint in the darkness at the dinner menu of Matt, who is apparently The Thresher. A man appeared, perhaps he will enlighten (pun intended) us to our plight. Is this Matt? Hmm. I mention how dark it is, trying to laugh it off; he mumbles a bit and moves a nearly extinguished candle from the bookshelf behind us down to the center of the table. Ah. That'll... do it? Every thirty seconds or so, someone comes bounding down the stairs with frightening speed. I think to myself, "Maybe this is it, this is the moment I'm impaled by someone's dinner fork", or at least scalded and permanently disfigured by a soup or perhaps some broiled oysters (which were delicious by the way). I can see it now. My future... in a traveling freak show, 3rd degree burns on my face so bad to be unrecognizable as a man, or beast. The children would cry, the women would look away. "It was... The Thresher...", they wouldn't hear me though as they hurried away to the concessions stand. "Get the churro" I croak in earnest. Amidst this fever dream a man reappears, beads of sweat upon his brow, he looks stressed. Threshed? He disappears, moments later carrying bounties of brown bread slices on plates, he apologizes as he hands them to every single table down in The Dungeon (I decided to brand our subterranean enclave). I realize we are not alone. Except at the bottom of the stairwell. We are always alone at the bottom of the stairwell. Good night Dublin! Cheers read more

I came due to the recommendation of a Scottish friend, but I left disappointed Mussels- these were good Avocado salad with crab - I would skip. The avocado is not mature, therefore, it lacked oil content and more on the watery side Seafood platter for $60- oysters were good, crab meat was good. Crab claw was pretty bland. Most disappointing were the prawns - they did not taste fresh, just frozen. And very, very bland. They should have boiled it with salt at least. I'm Asian from CA, and we would usually buy fresh live crabs or shrimp from the market, boil them in salt (or various other herb, like lemongrass), and you can taste the delicious juice and freshness. These prawns were Very bland and disappointing If you like seafood, I would skip this place. I had much better seafood at the Seafood Cafe around temple bar. read more

Ambiance was amazing and the food was delightful! We were visiting from the US and this was recommended by our coach driver. It was wonderful! read more

Food was decent but we almost felt ignored. It would take 10 minutes for everything a server would do.

Unbelievable experience. The food was amazing i had the Hake. The staff was very nice. I definitely found a great new restaurant

This place was fantastic. The ambiance was loud but in a good way, people talking about how delicious their food tasted or about the wine they are drinking. .... We had the chowder soup - tasty Mussels - Fantastic Pear salad - Tasty Fish and Chips - it wasn't bad, it was my first time having it cooked this way. It wasn't dry so that was a plus. read more

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OMG. Absolutely amazing service. John and Lucy were a joy. The food was fantastic. We had the mussel appetizer, lamp chips and rib eye Just a wonderful place. read more

Skip at all costs. Tourist trap. Went for seafood, was almost inedible except for the fish and chips. Service was abysmal. So many better options. read more

My parents' favorite restaurant in Dublin. The space feels cozy, but has lots of seating available (reservations smart to make tho). Know for their fish, and they did not disappoint. All our dishes were tasty, definitely recommend the mussels and to try a special of the day. read more

Excellent service, delicious food, great wine list, and vibrant atmosphere. Even the bread was fantastic.

Fun atmosphere, nice Irish vibe and good food. I got a dirty martini which was made to perfection. My meal was the open prawn sandwich and side of mash! All good stuff! read more

Matt The Thresher - Open face Dublin shrimp sandwich - Seafood Near Me - Dublin, D

I thought this was perfectly serviceable - good service, nice space, prices in line with the area, I just felt like my food (trout/sides) was not particularly seasoned and both of my sides were underdone. My family was happier with their food than I was, so it may have just been an off night for me. I would be willing to try it again when we are in the area next! read more

Mmmm, oysters!!! So good. I got both the sweet and the tannic oysters, but I would say the sweeter oysters were better. I also got the prawn linguine for my entree and it was so good! Loved it here! read more

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I don't know why I didn't try this restaurant sooner! Friendly staff that found me a seat despite fully booked. But the scallops were so worth it.. mouthwatering and beautiful presentation. If you're in Dublin make sure to try this restaurant T read more

Matt The Thresher - Seared scallops, pork and spicy cauliflower - Seafood Near Me - Dublin, D

The people! The music!! And oh my goodness the food. We had the daily fish and could not have found more perfection. And I note they handled our party of 11 brilliantly. And did I mention the yummo drinks? Try them all! read more

We sat upstairs the restaurant is stylish and old fashioned. Our waitress was very pleasant and chatted a little, very attentive and sweet. Started with a pot o' muscles and a dozen oysters yummy! The prawn scampi was tasty, as was the special catch of the day Hake and Halibut. The veggies were really nice and for dessert the pear crumble was a great closer. Matt the Thresher did not disappoint. read more

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So sad, this was the final dinner after a 3 week vacation traditionally we have a "nice" dinner to finish out our trips. How disappointing. Started out ok our table was a small 2 top that they squeezed a third place setting onto. Not a walk up I made a reservation several days ago. Ordered drinks and they got one of the drinks wrong but my young guest did not want to make a fuss so did not get it changed. Oysters were good salty fresh and well shucked with clean shells. We then waited over an hour and a half from ordering to get our main dishes. The fish pie was smoked fish very traditional but nothing special mash on top was dry. linguine with prawns was the best dish had flavour and not too bad. My special was far from special. Two pieces of monk fish with a seafood broth and new potatoes. broth was ok not very flavourful, hard to screw up potatoes and the fish was dry, I was a little shocked to be paying 38 Euros for a dish with frozen peas and carrots mix in the broth. It took over an hour and a half from ordering to get our meal and they comp'd 2 beers and a glass of wine!!! Food mediocre and our waitress was working hard not sure why there was the delay but not worth the time or the money! read more

Matt The Thresher - monks fish potatoes and frozen peas and carrots, not worth 38 euros!! - Seafood Near Me - Dublin, D

Food was good but the service is horrible, when a wine was ordered got it right away but the water to 15 mins to come. When ordering the mussels no questions were asked as to size and when brought up we eaten like 3 and were told we ordered wrong. Sorry but we are the customer, customers always suppose to be right this is a service isn't it. But yea mussels were good just a shame the service that comes with it is so horrible. Even after eating the mussel appetizers we ending up waiting forever to order the main course. Just a horrible customer service. read more

Food was mediocre. I ordered roasted oysters they were cold. Service was slow. We were there an hour and half with no entree's. My wife liked the cod special. read more

Great dinner spot for solo diners. Attentive staff and fish and oysters were great. On the pricier side but worth it

Nice fish chips , wonderful oysters , that was amazing experience , everyone who works in this restaurant looked having a great mood，so that would take me a really good situation to enjoy the food read more

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Fantastic meal and strong service, this place is wonderful. Oysters and champagne were special and spectacular.

Great place Wonderful surroundings Very solid staff Pretty place Old school bar area Formal-ish Not good for kids Great fir dinner Good for groups Great food One piece of advice, perhaps a little more fish in the fish pie Over all, eat it! read more

The St Stephen Green area is filled with restaurants & this is a real hidden gem. It is reasonably priced and delicious.

We came here on a high recommendation from a friend, and our experience was not favorable. First, it would appear that unless you are local, they don't give your table much attention. My husband does not drink, and the server rolled her eyes when he indicated he wanted water. We ordered the seafood shell item, which was underwhelming with many empty shells and the broth was not flavorful. It took us 20 minutes to get our check after asking. We won't be returning. read more

Excellent food, excellent atmosphere, excellent service. We went here with my in-laws and my young son (under 2) and had a wonderful time. I highly suggest! read more

Great Pub Grub in downtown Dublin. Staff very friendly . We sat at the bar and had a seafood platter alll with local seafood. To be honest it was Sunday and it did not taste as Uber fresh as I have had State side . That said the ambience and staff especially the Bartender more than made up for what might have been lacking. If back in Dublin would definately go back. read more