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    Rustic Stone

    3.9 (208 reviews)
    PriceyNew American, Irish, Steakhouses
    Open 12:00 pm - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 10:30 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Trendy
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    rose & orange blossom trifle
    Daniella A.

    Visited this restaurant for dinner on my 1st night in Ireland. I did not make a reservation, which is very unlike me but that was because I did not know what time I would be done with my tourist activities for the day. The restaurant was busy as I entered it on a Thursday night around 8pm, but I was seated promptly. The restaurant had a very modern vibe. Minimalist decor, and low lighting made for trendy setting. Service was friendly, I was offered menu recommendations, and my server was attentive even though I was a party of 1. Ireland in my mind was not a foodie city before I traveled here this year. Now my mind is changed. There are a lot of restaurants serving very unique and creative menus. Lots of hardworking chefs really working to turn the perception of Ireland's food around. I had traveled to the country in 2006, and recalled bland food that focused more on quantity than quality. Just in the past 10 years things are changing for the better, and Ireland is really being put on the map for their culinary scene. Dining alone I had quite the hard time deciding on what to order since a lot of items caught my eye. I figured I would stick to a standard 3 course meal--ordering an appetizer, entree, and dessert. The restaurant also had an extensive cocktail menu, wine and alcohol selection. I opted for wine since most of the cocktails were gin based, and nothing really struck me. I like the concept of the restaurant were items are served on a hot stone to finish cooking at the table. It is a very unique concept. The menu is clearly marked as what is served on the stone, and what is not. If you opt to get items on the stone then you are semi responsible to ensure your food is cooked to your preferred temperature. I started with the prawn lollipops, which were served on a stone. The prawns were very tasty; the avocado puree and ginger poached melon added a really nice depth. My only compliant is the appetizer was pretty pricey for 3 sticks of prawns. For my entree I ordered the braised beef shin with truffle tagliatelle. This entree was very tasty, and a very hearty portion. The beef was braised perfectly--the meat was tender and infused with flavor. The pasta was heavenly--cheesy, and creamy, and the truffle really stood out. I somehow managed to eat the whole entree because it was just so delicious. I thought the entree was properly priced for the size of the portion, and the taste. I finished my meal with a rose and orange blossom trifle. This was a very light dessert, but was a great end to my meal. It was a really nice combination of flavors. I would highly recommend dining here on your journey to Dublin. It is a trendy space with a great selection. Get a taste of Dublin's culinary scene!

    Suzanne S.

    Best food in Dublin. Hell, best food in the UK dare I say? Their sister restaurant Fade Street is a different menu for sure. Was not impressed with the tapas at an event hosted there. It was a bummer because we fell in love at Rustic Stone and assumed it would be the same. Anyway, their soups and pastas were beyond. The most memorable meal I've had in ages. Nothing pretentious, just incredible well created dishes. Easily the most rec'd place in my three weeks in Dublin. (Ended up going to the upstairs Japanese fusion spot later in the week. Someone I was with said it was the best of that cuisine she's ever had.)

    Chicken wings
    Lia M.

    I ate here twice while in Dublin, and while I loved the food, I had two vastly different experiences. The first night was later (after ten) on a Friday, as Rustic Stone serves later than many Dublin establishments. Even though it's trendy, the staff was quite friendly and very attentive. Plus, I loved the food. So when I needed dinner on Sunday, I decided to go back to Rustic Stone. Sunday dinner did not go so well. I called to make a reservation and was told that none were available for a party of one near the time I wanted, but I could walk in and would probably have a wait due to the restaurant's popularity. I then thought to check Open Table and there were plenty of available reservations. Score! I headed to Rustic Stone and the place was definitely not packed. I check in with the hostess, who happens to be the same woman that I had talked to on the phone. Who then happens to be a co-server. I think my main server was new-ish, but he did a good job. This woman was so rude and condescending that I could not believe I was in the same place as Friday night. As good as the food was, the experience was awful. I was planning on a three course meal with wine, but went with just two courses so I could leave sooner. So that's my issue with service. Now, on to the food. Friday, I had a drink, the bread board, and the penne pesto. The fruit-based cocktail was strong. The bread is excellent. A hearty, rustic bread pairs well with the hazlenut oil baba ganoush. I loved it so much that I ordered it on Sunday as well. The penne had plenty of pesto and was covered in Parmesan but it was tasty and filling. On Sunday, I also tried the chicken wings and the halibut. I'm not sure if Ireland has Korean fried chicken (BonChon), but these wings approached that level of crispness. They were flavorful, albeit quit sticky. Halibut is a favorite of mine, and it was cooked "on the stone". They bring you a super hot stone and your meat or fish. I really liked it, and it gave the halibut a great flavor. The walnut relish was a nice pairing, as well. Plus, it came with a super fresh salad. I love the chef's use of different nuts and nut oils, as it really adds to the dishes. This place has a slight branding issue, as I can't tell if is Rustic Stone or Stone at Rustic. The chef talks to you through the menu, which I somewhat like, and definitely appreciate the menu key. The vibe is trendy yet warm. The location is great and so is the food. But the service is too inconsistent to warrant a visit.

    Greg A.

    Omg, The worst hamburger I've ever had in my life, look at rhe picture of it and how small it is, how are you supposed to eat something like that? I asked for medium and it was well done and the top was burnt it was tough to cut and the bun was so stale. The only good thing about it were the polenta fries, they were great. My friend had the pasta with pork and you can see from the picture how unappetizing it looks and it was just extremely bland the pork had good flavor but that was the only thing good about it, neither one of us finished a quarter of either dish, it was so bad We came here because we wwent to their restaurant Faith on Saturday night and it was amazing but this place is god awful

    The Rolls Royce sirloin
    Gena B.

    My husband and I were looking for a steakhouse for our last dinner in Dublin and we couldn't have possible chosen any better. The Raw board was a perfect starter to share and the stone method is so much fun. We had the Fliet and the Rolls Royce sirloin, and they were both great although the filet was so much more tender (of course). If you like cauliflower, get the side of cauliflower, I dont have the menu as i write this, but it was truly tasty.

    Time to Yap on Yelp!
    Holly M.

    Everything was delicious! We enjoyed a fantastic lunch here for a Yelp Elite event and loved everything we tried. I've always wanted to try this place and now I know I'll definitely be back. I had the sliders "Glamburgers" and really loved them. I'm a major burger snob but these were delicious. A generous slider, the two together would definitely add up to an average size burger. Cooked perfectly (you can choose the temperature) crispy onions, melted cheese, and a sauce that was absolutely fab. The polenta chips that came with the burgers were fine, but the truffle and parmesan chips were amazing! Big chunks of potato sprinkled with fresh parmesan, you dip into the absolutely divine truffle mayo. That right there is a meal in itself! I got to try the crab toasty starter and I would definitely order that next time. A nice menu with a healthy edge, lots to choose from, seems like the place to go for a big steak, served sizzling on a stone, which even I could appreciate and I don't like steak. Lots of salads (huge salads!) and veggie options like pesto pasta, and I can't wait to come back to try the dessert. Impressive wine list as well, which I look forward to sampling next time. Although it might be a little pricey compared to some places, it's actually very reasonable, considering the flavor and the freshness of the ingredients involved. Nothing feels greasy so you don't even feel guilty getting a burger and chips! Staff are friendly and attentive, always there to refill water etc. and they'll even take your coat, because it's a classy joint like that. See you again very soon, Rustic Stone!

    Amazing chicken salad
    Emily C.

    You know when you finish something you've been enjoying eating so much that it makes you so sad when it's finished?! That's how I felt when my lunch came to an end in Rustic Stone. To start, I had the raw tasting plate. It was artfully presented, and so tasty. The beef carpaccio in particular stood out, as well as the horseradish bell peppers, and this strange carrot / orange foam shot. For main, I had the chicken salad, which was bursting with goodness and flavour. In particular I loved how it was served - I'm a sucker for a good bowl, and this comes in a purty wooden one, with the zesty dressing in a little glass bottle to the side. It was huge, and filled with various green leaves, artichokes, asparagus, beans and, chicken. The chicken was the only let down for me - it was average - not the best quality and although it would seem to go against their ethos, it seems like it was reconstituted? It didn't have those strands you find in 'normal' chicken?? As a side, I had the green relish with peas, broad beans & spring onions. Now firstly I have to say that it is neither a relish or a purée, however, it is unbelievably tasty. Really. This was the component I was most sad about finishing. I dunno what they put in with those greens, but I would eat them for ever. Two courses for 18.95, with a side and a coffee. Not bad in any type of restaurant, but for one of this calibre, I was even more impressed. It's great to be able to go out and eat food that fills you, is well presented, tastes amazing, and is as healthy as you can get. My only other slight besides the chicken, was that the staff weren't overly friendly. They were professional and brisk, and some people would be totally on board with that, but I guess a smile wouldn't go amiss for me.

    Pinot at lunch?? Oh go on then!!
    Sinead C.

    Delighted to have the opportunity to have lunch here with some new yelpers that I haven't met before and the lovely Emily C for #yaponyelp today. I've eaten here before and really like the food. I opted for two "bites" with a side, rather than a starter and main. The salmon tempura was crisp and delicious, perfectly poached inside and with a creamy cucumber accompaniment. I also had the honey, sesame wings which were crispy and perfectly cooked and a side of pesto fries - giant wedges of potato chips with lashings of Parmesan and a generous dollop of fresh pesto. Although I said this before; why is the pesto underneath and not on the fries?? Nice wine menu, I had a cheeky glass of Pinot Grigio which was lovely. I also got to try the crab mayonnaise starter which was amazing and Deffo something I will order again myself and for the first time I had order envy over a salad!! Emily's salad looked divine. Nice company, good food, perfect afternoon :)

    The Hamburger !
    Jean K.

    I'm from Belgium and Yelp (again) helped me to find a nice place. It's a lovely restaurant where dishes are well presented and taste very good. The speciality of the house is meat on (very hot) stone. The taste is fantastic. The service is perfect and everybody care about you. I enjoy a big big hamburger which was tasty. The only negative point is the price , which is a bit too much. I recommend.

    Truffle chips and sirloin of beef
    Luana M.

    I am a meat lover and I don't deny it. I was here with some nice people from Yelp and when you combine good food and good company the overall experience is always positive. From the starters options I opted for a seafood version: the crab mayonnaise on toast with torn herbs and wheatgrass.The menu is very meat drive as you would expect from the name and I couldn't pick a better option: the sirlion of beef with three peppercorn relish which was brought to the table just seared on a hot stone. You can leave your steak to continue cooking or remove the steak to rest on side plate and then slice and cook each bite to preference. The sides are single but we were advised to share singles as they are large. I had the truffle chips with mayonnaise and parmesan. Its worth mentioning others at the table opted for different cuts and feedback on all was great.

    Caoimhe M.

    Dylan McGrath can do no wrong. This is his 2nd restaurant I've dined in and as always I left feeling very impressed at the top quality and uniqueness of the dishes. I went here on a sleepy Sunday afternoon having received a members email offering a starter and main course for 2 for 26euro. It would have been wrong not to give it a go at this price! I thought perhaps the options served would be their less popular dishes and tiny portions but I was so wrong. I started with salted cod and pancetta which came served like three tiny lollipops. Presentation was beautiful and the fish perfectly cooked. For mains we shared their steak stone and pesto polenta chips. The waiter arrived with a smoking hot stone with four different cuts of meat sizzling on top. Three sauces were provided to try with each cut and you could cook each piece to your own liking. All of the meat was tender and succulent and the polenta fries were a nice change to normal potatoes. The portions were big so unfortunately we didn't have space for a dessert so I can't comment on them. This would be a lovely restaurant for a special occasion. Staff are super friendly and extremely enthusiastic. I can't wait to try another one of Dylans creative restaurants.

    Dessert in Rustic Stone...
    Keith R.

    This is a busy restaurant and has been helped by Dylan McGraths recent appearance on Irish Masterchef. I have to say we really enjoyed our meal here on Saturday evening, the service was friendly and efficient. The head waiter explained the theory behind the food and how to use the menu, once explained this is easy. There is a slight move towards healthier eating here, for example no sugar is used in the desserts. The food was good, we shared a bread & dip starter, the hummus and pesto dips were great. For mains I had the tune on the lava stone, this came with a fennel salad and mint pesto topping. The salad was fantastic and an absolute stand out for me. The tuna was in itself a bit bland, but the pesto was great. I ordered a side of truffle fries which were great chunky chips. But the truffle taste was MIA. My wife had the burger, which I duly tasted just in case :) It's not a huge burger, but is probably one of the best I have tasted. For dessert I had the sliced fruit sushi (i linked a picture so it should be on here somewhere). This was yum, fresh & refreshing, and a great play on what you see is not always what you taste! My wife went for the Knickerbocker glory - a retro classic served in a tall glass - also very good. All accompanied by a nice bottle of vino and finished with two very strong double espressos! I liked it here, and would recommend.

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