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coda eatery The Gibson Hotel, Point Village, Dubl
in 1 01 681 5000 thegibsonhotel.ie The Hill 1 Old Mountpleasant, Ranelagh, Dublin 6 www.thehillpub.ie (01) 497 8991 It’s the final studio album by rock giants, Led Zeppelin and it serves pretty legendary food too! At Coda Eatery the ingredients speak for themselves. Their menu offers a wide range of meats for example; dry aged rump, sirloin, rib eye and flat iron which are cooked over burning lava rock at a high temperature to create a charred and smoked finish. They’ve kept things simple serving these prime cuts with well prepared sauces and seasonal sides. The Hill pub recently taken over by new management has been serving the good people of Dublin City since 1845. After renovations to the building they now serve a full menu 7 days a week which includes a Neighbour menu Sunday to Thursday 2 course only €22. Try the Crispy Goats Cheese Salad with limoncello dressing to start and the amazing Fish Platter for a main course. All dishes come with wine or beer recommendations & with 36 beers on tap from all over the world there’s something for everyone. Mehek Indian restaurant 91A Rathgar Road, Dublin 6 01 490 2003 Mehek is the result of hard work and efforts of a husband and wife team, Raj and Aman. Working together since 2002 in Ireland, and finally opening Mehek in Rathgar in 2012. What a journey it has been to place Indian Cuisine at the forefront with some of the best, making Mehek one of the finest Indian restaurants. Mehek’s diverse menu is from all over the subContinent. We use lrish Produce wherever possible, using the traditional Indian Tandoori oven to create healthy food with authentic Indian flavours. The Port House Pintxo 12 Eustace Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2 01 6728950 www.porthouse.ie/pintxos The Port House Pintxo in Temple Bar serves an array of authentic Spanish Tapas and Pintxos plus a wide and varied selection of wines from Spain, Portugal and the Basque Region. With an impressive garden terrace overlooking Meeting House Square the soft candle light creates a romantic and relaxed atmosphere. Does not take bookings GREEN 19 19 Lower Camden Street, Dublin 2 01 4789626 green19.ie At the heart of Camden street, the two brothers behind Green Nineteen have been serving award winning food and fine cocktails, wines & craft beers for almost a decade. This relaxed neighbourhood restaurant with a gallery-esque interior is equally popular with gig goers, visitors and the local community. It is a great spot to start the evening before a concert or to enjoy the buzz of Camden street late into the night. The new brunch menu is well worth a visit Saturdays and Sundays and homemade sodas are also a speciality, the ginger beer in particular is worth a try. Grab a seat on the upstairs terrace overlooking the street when the sun is shining and dig in! Charlotte Quay Charlotte Quay Dock, Millenium Tower, Dublin 4 01 9089490 charlottequay.ie Charlotte Quay is the newest venture from the Bereen Brothers, who have made their name with the popular city centre eateries Coppinger Row and the South William. Based in Grand Canal Dock, across the water from the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and a stone’s throw from Dublin’s thriving “Silicon Docks”, Charlotte Quay’s kitchen is headed up by celebrated chef Killian Durkin and their menu focuses on contemporary Irish cuisine with a twist of continental influence. Already winning rave reviews, the combination of high-end food, a spectacular location and a chilled ambiance has marked Charlotte Quay out as one of Dublin’s must-visit restaurants. Rosa Madre 7 Crow Street, Temple Bar, D2 rosamadre.ie 01-5511206 Nestled in the heart of Temple Bar, Rosa Madre brings a burst of flavour to the neighbourhood. This relatively new Italian delivers the traditional fare (Bruschetta, Polpette, Carpaccio) to impeccable levels but it is around fish where it truly excels. The Grigliata mista Di Pesce (mixed grilled fish) is a dish which swims ashore to the plate like a most welcoming mermaid. There’s pan fried cod, scallops, calamari, lobster and Dublin Bay prawns matched with pairings which explore their flavours. The Rosa Madre philosophy revolves around the quality of ingredients and this is truly evident on the plate. Mykonos Taverna 76 Dame Street, Dublin 2 01-5613745 www.mykonosdublin.com From hearty stews to warming soups and simple side dishes, Mykonos Taverna combines the freshest Greek ingredients to create a highly appetizing and healthy cuisine prepared by the best Greek chef in Ireland. They aim to provide an extraordinary Mediterranean dining experience through exceptional service and a very relaxed atmosphere. The baked feta is outstanding and the Moussaka and Gyro plate is a must. End your meal with some of their very own homemade ice creams, made fresh on the premises. The Iveagh Restaurant at Camden Court Hotel Camden Street, Dublin 2 01-4759666 www.camdencourthotel.com Twitter: @camdencourt Tucked away inside the Camden Court Hotel, The Iveagh Restaurant serves creative, modern and delicious Irish food in a relaxed ambience. All produce is locally sourced and it offers an extensive menu of Irish and European dishes served with a flair. Try the inventive take of the Classic Crab and Shrimp cocktail starter, served upside down. Pair it with a glass of wine from their extensive and carefully selected wine list. Open 7 days a week. McGuinness’s of Camden Street 84 Lower Camden Street D2 mcguinnesstakeaway@gmail.com www.mcguinnesstakeaway.ie Ireland’s first and only vegan chipper with GF options and a traditional Irish chipper menu which caters to all food pallets. Irish owned and operated for the last 18 years. We use a separate pan for all vegan food. We pride ourselves on using the very best ingredients, the majority of the vegan menu is made by hand. Our non vegan customers are even loving our cashew cheese pizza, our chips have been hailed the best in Dublin as we chip our potatoes in-house. Check us out at www.mcguinnesstakeaway.ie. mexico to rome 23, East Essex St, Temple Bar, Dublin 2. 01 6772727 www.mexicotorome.com COPPINGER ROW Coppinger Row, South William Street, Dublin 2 01 6729884 www.coppingerrow.com facebook.com/mexico2rome // @MexicotoRome Across from the Temple Bar Pub, is Mexico to Rome, the Bandito’s Grill House. They serve up wonderful mouth-watering Mexican dishes with a twist with tasty European and Italian dishes available. On the menu are sizzling fajitas, burritos, tacos, chilli con carne, steak, fish, pasta dishes and their famous Tex-Mex baby back ribs with Southern Comfort BBQ sauce. The extensive menu suits big and small groups. All cocktails are €5 and there is a great Early Bird (starter and main for €13.50) and a Lunch Special (starter, main and a glass of wine for €9.95). Well worth a visit! Coppinger Row, named for the lane off South William Street where the restaurant is located is in the heart of the city centre’s shopping district and is known for it’s Mediterranean cuisine, it’s relaxed, funky chic and also it’s cocktails. The menu relies on simple values of quality taste and seasonal change to keep the dishes fresh and appropriate. Between the food and ambience, Coppinger Row is an ideal spot in which to start a night out in the city centre. O’FALAFEL 63 Richmond Street South, Dublin 2 01-4788953 ofalafel.ie The falafel is king and it reigns supreme at O’Falafel. Nestled between Camden Street and Portobello, O’Falafel brings variations to the standard with their Falloumi and O’Falafel burger. The prized mezze box allows you to choose from the likes of vine leaves, fried aubergine and baklawa. All served in a bright and welcoming environment.