Lovely decor, friendly staff. Food was delicious. We ordered Gambas Pil Pil, cheesy garlic bread,…read moreand buffalo wings to start. Loved them all. Highly recommend the Dublin Bay Prawn Linguini as a main course. Will be back!

Went there today with family to celebrate my daughter's engagement. Starters mixed , some lovely ,…read moresome not so . mains, chicken was over cooked , but the burgers were literally raw ! Didn't realise until the end , when 3 of our group in their 20s had food on their plates , unheard of !! They didn't want to say anything to spoil the occasion hugely disappointing, hoping we don't get food poisoning. We were told we didn't have to pay for the raw food ! Special once in a life time occasion ruined . Will never be back !!

Great service!! Theres also an outdoor ish seating area thats super cute. The restaurant itself is…read moreadorable and the service is great. Food was good, especially the shrimp and peppers. Drinks were great!

I know what you're thinking: tapas in Dublin?? Believe me, you need these in your life!…read more Bringing Spanish culture to the heart of Dublin and doing a great job in the process. Vanessa (one of the owners) is there helping you out and welcoming you as if you're family. Lovely atmosphere, honestly. We ordered these tapas for a party of two: chicharrones, chorizo frito y morcilla, carrillada de cerdo (pork cheeks), bomba de la Barcelona, and patatas bravas. I can't pick a favorite (but the pork cheeks, and the chorizo are up there!), but every tapa was incredible and well executed. Take your time, be adventurous, and explore the menu. Portions are small enough that you can order many things to share. Paired the tapas with a wonderful Tempranillo, and a Cava Sangria. They did start us with a free sample of their tinto de verano as well, in true Spanish fashion. Definitely worth visiting while in Dublin!

One Of My Favourite Places To Eat Out!!!!…read more The Food Is Extremely Tasty and The Staff Service Is Amazing Highly Recommend D'Vine

Drogheda doesn't seem like it's exactly buzzing with interesting places to eat, and it was by pure…read moreluck that we came across d'Vine on a sunny Sunday afternoon. The two connecting dining rooms are amazing and cozy, with a big bar counter at the back, wine racks and a huge assortment of whimsical objects or artwork around the place. Upstairs there's a terrace where you can fully enjoy their tapas menu and maybe even go for a cocktail. There's a set dishes menu, a smaller tapas menu and also the specials of the day, written on a big blackboard - that our hostess kindly perched on a chair in front of our table, improptu style. In both fixed menus there are many vegetarian and/or gluten free options. The wine list was interesting enough, though not perfect. I managed to find a beautiful spanish Verdejo there, so that must count for something. We were served delicious food and the only thing I can point is that my vegetarian stuffed zucchini had a bit too much cheese, but other than that everything was good and their special of the day, salmon, was cooked perfectly. Unfortunately we were both too full to try the desserts, but at least we got to to wrap our lunch up with a nice espresso.

I stopped in for a bit of breakfast with some friends. The cafe had a pleasant, modern vibe. The…read morestaff were extremely friendly. I ordered the full breakfast, which was hot, plentiful and delicious upon arrival! That kind of breakfast could keep you going all day!! A friend had the smoked salmon and was delighted with her meal as well! I definitely think the Crystal Cafe is worth a return visit, or two!! Lol!

Excellent customer service in this cafe, the food is magnificent and extremely good value. From the…read moremoment We arrived we were made feel very welcomed, the attentiveness of the staff and the overall atmosphere is excellent. Presentation of food is beautiful, have nothing bad to say about the place will definitely be returning and recommending to all of my friends!

I used to live in Bilbao, so it was so lovely to find a restaurant with Basque-style tapas. The…read moreselection is delicious and the lunch special is awesome! I always enjoy my meals there and Mae sure to visit each time I'm on holiday in Dublin.

Went to the City Center in Dublin yesterday after work to relax and see the sites with my sales…read moreleaders last night. They recommended The Port House and it was phenomenal! The food options were unique in that everything on the menu are appetizers....everything! Huge selection so we ordered a number of items including duck confit, brisket sliders, a cheese plate, and lots more. The vibe was amazing and I loved the decor inside. The service was spot on! I'm definitely making this a "must" on my next visit!

Absolutely incredible meal here last night. We had the tasting menu with paired wines and…read moreeverything was so delicious and exciting. Loved the pacing of the meal, we had it over the course of three hours and didn't feel in any way rushed which was so lovely. My favourite thing was getting to eat delicious very high end food in a more casual and relaxed environment, there was nothing stuffy or pretentious about the place, which can be the case in a lot of fine dining restaurants. We sat by the window and was lovely to see out on to all the fabulous colourful barges on the canal. Will 100% be back and telling everyone about here! A+

Very nice restaurant! The staff are extremely friendly. The food is something very different from…read morewhat is normally served in restaurants. A very special meal. I would have to say that it isn't everyone's type of food as the portions are relatively small. Very nice meal though and I would highly recommend it for special occasions.

We were fortunate to experience Le Basement during our time in Dublin…read more It's located on the second floor of a restaurant in a small office sized room with a bar, sofa seats, and a few dining tables. When we came they had a band already playing. It was honestly like an American jam sess where people can come up and sing and perhaps play if the request is honored. My husband asked the guitarist if he could join and the guitarist was gracious enough to loan him his guitar and pick as we are foreigners and didn't pack his guitar for our trip. He was able to play for about three songs and it was amazing to see the two cultures mix and mingle on stage. You could tell that the vibe changed throwing him in the mix. I would imagine this magical mix occurs each time they invite any unique talent that visits Le Basement. The drinks were inexpensive, the environment was welcoming, and the music was soulful.

A hidden gem in the heart of Dublin's nightlife, and what a great discovery! Located on Dame Lane…read morejust across from the popular 4 Dame Lane, Le Basement offers a unique evening experience for Dublin. Presented in a similar style to the famous Parisian Jazz clubs, you descend the stairs to a small and atmospheric room with soft lighting and comfortable leather seating. There is decent quality beer on tap and array of the usual alcohol options available with a decent looking menu if you fancy a bite to eat (although I did not). Most evenings around the weekend there is a live Jazz act and, on the night I was there, we had a delightful lady singer with a fantastic voice and a great support band. Table service is available and the staff are friendly and prompt. There is a cover charge ranging from €5 to €8 depending on who is playing. Le Basement is part of Le Cirk - a hotel/bar on Dame Street. If you are looking for a romantic spot to take your partner or just a place to appreciate some quality jazz tunes, then look no further. I highly recommend Le Basement.

The décor is nice and fresh. However I was sitting facing two large out of place portraits; one of…read moreMichael Jackson and the other...what I can only assume was the worst ever likeness of Madonna. I didnt spot any others on any of the walls so am at a total loss as to how these ended up here. It was a little unnerving catching Michaels eye every few minutes through the evening. For our meal we had various offerings from chicken wings, salads, breads and calamari to steak. All were impressed with the food and the prices were very reasonable. The staff were very pleasant too. The only thing I would say is that the theme of the restaurant is a bit confusing. There are starters and there are 'sharing plates'/tapas and there are mains. The tapas menu isnt very extensive at about 6/7 long. They didnt look like they were too large with portions prices at €3.50. So it looked like they were supposed to be shared starters. Our party of 5 wasnt sure whether we were going to go down the tapas route or just traditional starters and mains. So it took us ages to settle on what we were going to do.

Lovely food and super friendly staff! Shared lots of tapas,…read moreand the dessert to share is great if you have trouble choosing, you can have them all! :)

Fine for vegetarians, not great for vegans (2/5 Green Stars)…read moreI looked up Duende and the name refers to either charm or a supernatural spirit - maybe both :-) Well, I'm not sure if there are any supernatural spirits in the house but it is a charming place. With a brick wall on one side, a large mural on the other, and candles on every table, it's a welcoming place. Staff members were also very friendly and helpful - props to the chap from Nicaragua. It's a pretty meat-focused place. If you are vegetarian, you'll have several options, but if vegan you'll find the menu fairly limited. We shared the Hummus & Crudités (€9.80), the Pizza Catalan Veg (€15) and a couple of beers and enjoyed everything. This was actually pretty filling dinner (the pizza was large) for a reasonable €37. The pizza (tomato sauce, mozzarella, spinach, pesto, Manchego shaving, and mozzarella cheese) was really good thanks to a nice crust and lots of fresh spinach and garlic. The hummus was also very good and nicely presented, with veggies and grilled bread. Would definitely come again but wish there were more plant-based options. I'm giving Duende 2 out of 5 Green Stars for social and environmental impact, for these reasons: * There's a lot of meat on the menu. One of the best things that Duende could to is to offer some more plant-based alternatives, especially to the beef. Offering a Beyond burger (or equivalent) as a substitute to the beef burger would be a great start. * More information on food sourcing should be provided. * Beer is available on draft, reducing packaging and transportation footprints.

The wife and I got the wings here. They were just the right amount of Spivey and they were nice and…read morecrisp. The chicken was moist. Probably the best wings we both have had in the past two years. The staff here is super friendly and the place is nice clean. Would stop here if you just need a break and unwind.