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    The Butcher Grill

    4.5 (94 reviews)
    Closed 5:30 pm - 10:30 PM

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    T W.

    Hands down one of the best meals i've ever had. highly recommend to anyone in Dublin. you'd be stupid not to eat here and make it a staple. This place gave me one of my favorite memories. Oh l, and they have the BEST playlist of music playing.

    Bread and olive oil
    Erik O.

    Outstanding meal with friendly service. We shared two of the larger steaks across our party of 5 along with 4 sides and also had 2 apps and 3 desserts. The beef was beautifully prepared and served pre carved for sharing. We had the Irish beef. It was truly a delicious meal and one of the best ways I've seen steak served since we could enjoy a larger cut without pigging out.

    Yum
    Emily C.

    Wow. To start, I had the seared tuna tostados, avocado & chili mayonnaise. Sweet mother. I don't think I have ever eaten anything so flavoursome. Apparently they took this off the menu a while back and there was such a backlash with customers, they were forced to put it back on. I can totally see why. The tuna melts in your mouth, and contrasts completely with the little bits of crispy onion on top, then the coolness of the guac goes perfect with the heat off the radish on top, and I think a little bit of chili in there too. I shared the Côte de Boeuf for main and wow. Was it worth waiting for. Cooked to perfection - juicy and tender inside and a crisp flavoursome crust, it was perfect. Stick a bit of that on your fork, with some onion rings, and these beans, these beans that are cooked with smokey bacon for long periods, well, you have a much fabled perfect bite right there. As other reviewers have mentioned before, yes the staff really do know where their beef is from, what it was fed, and if it had bedtime stories read to it.. ;-) (Reminded me of the 'chicken scene' in Portlandia - here it is if you haven't seen it - replace 'chicken' with 'beef', and you've got the first 3 minutes of our meal last night to a T. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErRHJlE4PGI) Just while I'm talking about the staff, I would say that we had two very different experiences in the one night. Our main waitress was extremely curt, perhaps a little disinterested, and did not flash a smile the whole time we were there. It was rather off-putting and if the food wasn't so good, I would be docking serious points for having to part with my hard earned cash to such a surly lady who did not want to be there, or it seemed, us to be there either. There was another waitress floating around who was the opposite - she radiated happiness and nothing seemed like too much effort for her. It may have been an off-day for the afor-mentioned too-cool-for-schooler, but I actually didn't get that feeling. If I'm paying potentially up to 45 euro for a steak, I better get a free smile with it!

    sirloin steak
    Eriko I.

    I went to there Sunday night for dinner. I made a reservation. There're full of table, so if you wanna go to there, I recommend that you should make a reservation. I ordered Tuna Tostados for starters, Côte de Boeuf, Sirloin steak and house salad for main. Côte de Boeuf for two, but I could eat alone!haha:D and we ate Vanilla crème brulee and coconut panna cotta for desserts. Everything was delicious even cocktails. If you want to eat delicious beef, you should eat it at this restaurant.

    Annie L.

    Love it. The decor is wonderful. You feel like you are in a butcher shop with the porcelain white tiles and the tracing of a cow and it's cuttings on the wall is a great touch - very Brooklyn. Small and classic cocktail menu. Wooden counter top that allows you dine at the bar which is great if you are eating alone or with someone. Small inside but that is handled well as Gilli said with the high tables. Service is fantastic. Our server could not have been more friendly and accommodating as we told her we just had 40 mins to dine. She noticed the fine details like the candle's wick had gone and brought a new candle to the table - I like that level of attention. Portions are huge so we shared a 10 oz steak cooked medium rare and it was cooked and flavoured excellently. To start we ordered a range of starters. Prawns, spring rolls, cheesy cauliflower and green beans. Get the prawns for the sauce alone. Our server said that it's a traditional Spanish sauce I believe with almonds and lots of garlic ground in it. The texture, the flavour - I could eat it all day. Loved the cheesy cauliflower - just right not oppressive with the sauce. Thoroughly enjoyed the spring rolls and green beans which were al dente. We stayed with tap water but the wine list looked great, nice and simple. I am a fan of short ever changing menus - seasonal is where it's at. And Butchers Grill is where you should be at, tell them you found them on Yelp ;)

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    Audrey D.

    Well I stopped using Yelp a while ago (I know, I know, sacrilege!) but after such an amazing time at the Butcher Grill I just had to come back on and do a little ranting and raving. It was for our anniversary dinner so after having a read at the great reviews on here decided to give this place a go! I went to make a booking and all they had was the bar - and I remembered one review saying not to turn it down, they were right! DON'T! The staff were the most accommodating and genuinely nice people I have met when out dining! Grainne who was working behind the bar could not have been more helpful when helping us to decide what to go for and giving a full explanation of all the dishes. And I really want to just thank her for making our night plain awesome! The starters were beautiful, I couldn't get enough of the little toast that came with my soup and my partner had the sticky ribs which were amazing. For the main we ordered the steak for two (cote de beouf if I have that right) and well, it REALLY was worth the wait! My partner is a big meat eater and constantly complains about meat in restaurants to me but I really had to eat quick to make sure I got a taste cause I could barely keep up with him, he was eating it so quickly! I really can't compliment the steak enough, I have been dreaming about it ever since! He wanted to order a dessert, and so ordered the yoghurt ice cream (this was delicious!) with strawberries & honeycomb, we were already having a brilliant night but Grainne had heard us talking about our anniversary in passing to each other and came out with a little candle in the dessert and a plate with "happy anniversary" written in chocolate. I nearly cried (I'm a softy) but its just those nice little touches that will now make me come back again, and again....and again!

    30oz t bone tasty stuft
    Crohan O.

    Definitely one of the best restaurants in Dublin!! I've been many, many times and it has never been disappointing. It's a small place and the staff are ever so friendly. One complaint is the comfort of the seats! It is literally like sitting on a plank of wood (if you've got an outside seat - the wall seats are slightly better) because that's what it is!! I'm a steak fan and I don't think I've found better steak than at the butcher grill. Once me and my uncle opted for the 30OZ! T-bone which was amazing!!! The sides are really good too! Smokey beans and chips are two of my favorite... The decor is cool with a big picture of a cow outlining all the parts to put you in the mood for some steak! A key factor of any restaurant, the toilet, impresses me also. Lastly, The coffee and deserts are really good and + You'll always meet some cool people there. Last time we were waiting for a table off Johnny Sexton!!

    Milk fed veal striploin, crispy sweatbreads, giroles, broad beans, herb gnocchi.
    Brooks J.

    Sublime! This place absolutely does it right. Friendly staff, intimate and clean restaurant, knowledgeable, and wonderful food. This is the best meal that I have had in Ireland, HANDS DOWN. The "smokey old fashioned" cocktail had wonderfully complex layers of flavor and was crafted perfectly, not rushed, and came with a piece of bacon that actually complimented the flavor and wasn't there just for show. My entree was the "Milk fed veal striploin, crispy sweetbreads, giroles, broad beans, herb gnocchi." I didn't know what to expect from this dish but let me tell you, I was blown away. The veal was tender and not overcooked, the sweetbreads left you wanting more and the rest of the flavors on the plate seemed to just compliment each other so nicely. Wow, what a dish. Please let me advise you that no matter how full you are from your meal, you should at least order the "Banana Fritter, salted carmel ice cream & cookie crumbs" to share. I'm running out of adjectives to explain everything, this dessert was nothing short of pure decadence. Be warned that it is very rich, but order it anyway, it's perfect for two people to share. The Bucher Grill is a wonderful example of the direction in which Irish cuisine is headed. If you are visiting and looking for a place to eat, this is it. But if you're a tourist, like I was, DON'T ACT LIKE AN IDIOT. Don't make substitutions and special requests, trust that they know what they are doing. Be polite, tip well, enjoy the experience, and try not to give the rest of us travelers a bad name by being ignorant.

    Striploin steak with caramelized onions and butter spinach
    Riham B.

    Oh.My.God. How did it take me so long to try this place? Wait, I know how, they're always fully booked. With good reason! This is a really small steak place. They serve meat and a fish of the day, they have delicious cocktail, and I guarantee you that you will have a delicious meal. I had the striploin steak, with caramelized onions and butter spinach. For a side, I got the mashed potato with bone marrow sauce. I could have this side for a main dish, but then the main dish was also too good. The steak was perfect for a medium, so lean and had no fat. It was heavenly. For a dessert, we decided to go for cocktails. They serve a mean old fashioned which comes with a piece of bacon in it. The drink was absolutely amazing. I would like to go back and try the teres major dish with baked bone marrow. I wanted to take that this time but decided to go with something I know I like in order to compare it with other steak places, and that was the right call.

    Baby back ribs - nom!
    Leah D.

    Wait time: from being seated til ordering/anyone checking on us/drinks order - 25 minutes. Yes I know it's busy. I understand, but my god! Too long! Food: very good. Awesome ribs. I love ribs. I asked for a side which wasn't on the menu (onion rings, c'mon guys! It's a steak house!) but that's ok, they made them anyway. Price: expensive. Well 19 for a portion of ribs? Bit expensive but honestly worth the price. Maybe as a celebration restaurant? Wouldn't be dining every day!

    Oxtail starter!
    Tomás S.

    Best cut of meat I have ever tasted. Period. The Côte de Boeuf was amazing! Service was 5 stars, there was some issue with our table when we arrived so we had to wait 20 minutes and for that we got upgraded on the wine (for the price of a cheaper one) which was a nice touch. Prices are not cheap, but that is expected in a city like Dublin (expensive). Great experience, out of tourist attractions (you won't find many tourists here).

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    I love this place. The only problem is the table reserves. Sometimes you can enter with a lot of free tables. The best steaks in Dublin!

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    F.X.Buckley

    F.X.Buckley

    4.5(130 reviews)
    2.3 kmTemple Bar
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    It is hard to find anything wrong here. The service was some of the best we have had (not just in…read moreDublin, but anywhere). The ribeye was in the top 3 steaks ever. The chips fried in tallow were great, our entire experience was absolutely amazing. Cannot recommend this place highly enough.

    FX Buckley on Crow Street presents a classic steakhouse exterior: polished, inviting, and…read moreunmistakeably traditional in its presentation. This is their second location after the original FX Buckley on Pembroke Street opened in the 1980s; but the Buckley family has been serving premium cuts of Irish beef since the 1600s! The restaurant's interior leans into rich, warm tones with dark woods, leather seating, an open kitchen, and an atmosphere that feels both refined and approachable. Make sure to check out the massive dry-aging fridge in the front of the space, where scarlet-hued meats are displayed through transparent glass panes. We made a reservation for 4 at 6:30pm on a Sunday night through OpenTable, and the restaurant was about half-full when we arrived, but filled up throughout the course of our meal. Our server immediately brought over a tray of their six cuts of meat (all 100% Irish and dry-aged for 28 days), including ribeye, striploin, filet, and variations on the bone. Additionally, there's chalkboard graphics on the wall with detailed descriptions of each cut, which was very helpful in our selection. All steaks are cooked in their signature Josper charcoal ovens, lending a lovely touch of smoky flavor. The menu reads "classic steakhouse", with plenty of different cuts and weights of steak, refined starters, plenty of sides, and a variety of options for non-beef-eaters. We also appreciated the fact that each steak comes with your choice of one of three sides (chips, mashed potatoes, or salad), as well as your choice of sauce (bernaise, bone marrow jus, garlic butter, or pepper sauce). Additionally, all steaks on the bone are served with crispy fried onions. Their wine list is highly lauded, with bottles from all around the world, and a master in-house sommelier. As two members of our party weren't too hungry, they split a Caesar Salad (€13) and the Free Range Chicken (€29) between them. The Caesar Salad was a fresh salad of lightly-dressed, crunchy romaine lettuce, topped with an almost snow-like shaved Parmesan, and Crowe's smoked bacon. The variety of textures and flavors made this a surprising hit. The chicken was tender and juicy, served with a rich truffle cream sauce and salted kohlrabi, as well as your choice of side (she chose the Sauteed Chestnut Mushrooms with Watercress, which were so tender that they cut like butter). While we found the portion of chicken to be a bit small, the ability to choose your own side (which are normally €7-8 on their own) was much appreciated. My brother opted for the 22oz Ribeye on the Bone (€90), which was a hefty portion of well-marbled ribeye on a dramatic tomahawk bone. It was cooked to a perfect medium-rare, with a signature reddish-pink center, and paired nicely with their sharp Pepper Sauce. His Beef Dripping Chips were thick-cut steak fries, with a delightfully crispy exterior, and a pillowy soft interior. Lastly, the fried onions tasted like an elevated version of French's Fried Onions (bringing back memories of Thanksgiving green bean casserole). I chose the 16oz Striploin on the Bone (€49.50) - one generally wouldn't associate the word "value" with a top-line steakhouse, yet this was truly a steal of a dish. Cooked to a perfect rare (cool red center) with a decent amount of marbling, yet still incredibly tender, this was one of the best steaks I've ever had. The bone marrow jus tasted like a rich gravy, yet not too decadent for the sumptuous steak. I chose the Organic Leaf Salad as a side, which was an assortment of mixed leaves, thin-shaved carrots and onions, and a tangy vinaigrette; I appreciated the lightness of the dressing when paired with the meat. We were so full from our generously-portioned entrees that we couldn't fathom ordering dessert, though some of their options were quite tempting (particularly their Bailey's Espresso Cheesecake). Additionally, their Sunday Roast (€29.50) is a much more affordable way to sample some of their Irish meat, though note that it's only served between 1-4pm on Sundays. If you're in the market for a proper steakhouse experience in Dublin with quality ingredients and thoughtful execution, looking no further than FX Buckley!

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    Bull & Castle - 8 oz Filet

    Bull & Castle

    4.1(302 reviews)
    2.3 kmClanbrassil Street
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    We were in Ireland first time for 11 days,…read more This place was recommended by a local tour guide. And let me tell you The Steak is the bomb Everything was so good including their own beer. And cap off that meal with some awesome Crème brûlée Thank You.

    Such a change from the last experience a year ago…read more We had 8:30 PM reservations. Arrived around 8:10 and were told to wait at the bar. No problem, it's NYE, we can wait for out booked time. Less than 5 minutes later we were lead to a table, not even time to order a drink! We shared everything. Ordered cocktails to begin with. They were ok, two different old fashioned drinks. We tried to order bone marrow, scallops, tuna tataki and a Caesar salad as starters. They were already out of the bone marrow and scallops. It's a holiday, you know there are reservations... what?! Poor management and planning!! They recommended the lamb kidneys... never had them before, super gross. I'll never do that again. It smelled like urine! We ordered the burger and 14 oz sirloin to share, medium rare on the steak. Polenta fries, and mashed potatoes. The polenta fries were outstanding! The burger was delicious! Smokey flavor, it was great. It came with huge steak fries, I prefer shoestring. The steak was not tender. Had a better steak sandwich at the Morrison for lunch. All in all, I will not be going back nor recommending this place. The wine I ordered never arrived, our water was never refilled. In fact, after the food arrived, we never saw anyone again!! When the check came with an obligatory 12.5% tip I missed it and paid. Once I noticed, I flipped out!! This was the worst service ever!! I double check tipping culture in Ireland before I complain. 10% is good for good service and bad service is ok to leave zero tip. So I asked for it back. They gave me credit for the tip but not the tax on tip. Unimpressed. Won't go again.

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    Second floor layout

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    Shanahan's On The Green - Filet 8oz

    Shanahan's On The Green

    4.4(81 reviews)
    1.6 kmSouth Inner City
    €€€€

    First, I have to apologize for the awful photos. I'm not…read moresure if it was the lighting or user error, but I could not take a good photo in this beautiful venue. We were referred to Shanahan's by American friends. This is a classic American steakhouse, and had I realized that, I would have chosen a more authentically Irish restaurant. The meal and service were fantastic, but I'm not sure this would rank in my top steakhouse experiences. Our steak was not cooked medium rare - it was almost medium well. While everything was delicious, nothing stood out as unique other than the bread. That being said, a similar experience in the states would cost two times as much (think Morton's or Jeff Ruby's). The bread was fantastic, as were the scallops. As a southern American, the creamed corn was fantastic and as authentic as I've had anywhere (including the south). Our servers were incredibly attentive and the venue was beautiful. If you're from the USA... I'd pass and leave the experience to European tourists who want the American steakhouse experience. No complaints, just not what we typically look for when traveling international (which is entirely our fault). This is a very post place and reservations are a must.

    The restaurant was beautiful and the hostesses were kind when greeting me and finding me a table (I…read moredid not have a reservation). The bread was Delicious! I could have ate that alone. This steakhouse reminds me of a Ruth Chris in the states. All steaks are ala carte and cooked perfectly. I got a half portion of truffle fries and it was definitely large enough for 2 people at minimum. Upon receiving my bill they gave me three chocolates which was a great treat. The only reason I didn't rate this higher is the wait service seemed to ignore me after I ordered and only till I asked for the check. The restaurant was busy with large parties and their attentiveness with them did look like if it was slower or I had a larger party I would get the same.

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    The Old Mill Restaurant - Cottage Pie!

    The Old Mill Restaurant

    4.5(286 reviews)
    2.4 kmTemple Bar
    €€

    When I think of beef stew, I think of my mom's homemade version. So one of the things I was most…read morelooking forward to in Ireland was trying authentic Irish stew. Our first meal in Dublin was at The Old Mill Restaurant, right in the heart of Temple Bar. It's been serving traditional Irish fare since the 1980s and has become a favorite stop for both locals and visitors looking for classic comfort food. After about a 20-minute wait, we were seated in the warm, inviting dining room. Susan ordered the mussels, one of her favorites, while I went with the Traditional Irish Stew and my daughter chose the Braised Beef & Guinness Stew. Both were exactly what we hoped for: hearty, flavorful, and perfect after a day of sightseeing. I finally understood why the Guinness stew had such a rich, dark color, and I have to admit, I came home a big fan of Irish stew. We finished with the Homemade Bread & Butter Pudding topped with fresh cream and custard, a comforting dessert that was the perfect ending to the meal. Service, atmosphere, value, and food were all five out of five. We also enjoyed chatting with the floor manager, whose pride in the restaurant and his team was obvious. That kind of hospitality made a great meal even more memorable.

    Hard to find as we passed it & realized it's upstairs! Small single room w/ a standard collection…read moreof wall art / signs. Asked to be re-sat & they were happy to let us choose. We asked about the soup flavor & they offered a taste and brought out a huge sample boat. Super cool. I got the cottage pie lunch portion, which is more than I could barely eat. It came with a boat of the sauce /and gravy and meat. Wife got the fish and chips... The fillet was longer than the plate and it came with a mountain of fries, both delicious. Daughter got the creamy vegetable soup and chips. She loved it but couldn't even finish half. All the portions were very generous, nobody finished their meal, too bad we couldn't have taken it back to our hotel. Server was great & funny. Love this place.

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