Dun Laoghaire

The coastal suburb of Dún Laoghaire is popular for strolls on the East Pier, and locally caught fish and chips. The National Maritime Museum of Ireland has nautical art and artefacts inside a 19th-century sailors’ church, while the harbour is a busy hub for fishing, water sports and cruises. Nearby Sandycove is home to the James Joyce Tower and Museum, as well as the sheltered beach and bathing spot at Forty Foot.
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History museum
Museums
The National Maritime Museum of Ireland is a museum dedicated to maritime history in Ireland. The museum has exhibits on the history of shipping in Ireland, as well as on the maritime life of Irish people. The museum is located outside Dublin city in Dun Laoghaire and is open to the public free of charge.
A beautiful church with stained windows, a big collection of exponates and a great team of enthusiastics who guide you to the museum and history. If you get in, take a tour with one of the volunteer, all former ship captains who will share their personal adventures and knowledge, men who fought with pirates, survive after sinking, fall in love...
gabi duta — Google review
A simple and nice museum. A relaxing visit, lots of helpful information. The staff is very kind. Inside is such a nice place for children, they can color or play with the toys in there, so the parents can enjoy around.
Victoria Rus — Google review
Very much enjoyed our visit. Setting is great - lovely church. The lighthouse on the altar is striking - great idea. Had a guided tour by volunteer guide Michael. Very friendly informative tour. (And none of the silly theatrical condescending stuff you get with paid guides in larger institutions. Glad we said yes when offered.) Ticket price is very affordable.
Green Beans — Google review
Amazing place, full of history and... boats 😜, amazing staff, Karin was so lovely giving a quick glance about the museum. Must to when visiting
Alex Barreto Rivas — Google review
Lovely venue. Was a church but now a museum. Friendly staff. Nice little shop. Self guided tour. Interesting and factual. Amazing model ships and displays.
Joelene Brown — Google review
Stopped in with my 3 year old son today. Thought I'd test the waters to see if he'd be entertained enough to behave in a museum. Museums are sometimes a bit stressful with toddlers, because they can lose it at anytime. Well, it was a success. He was so excited to be in there, checking out one boat and maritime display to the next with elation. Joe who volunteers there was with us pretty much the whole time showing us around. It made the experience even more fulfilling. He was so kind, engaging and encouraging with my son and I really appreciated that. 😊 Thank you again if you read this. I hope I remembered your name right 😋 Besides my lil guy loving it, I found it quite interesting. Worth a visit! Will definitely come back in the near future. Great for kids and adults alike.
J S — Google review
We had a wonderful experience visiting the museum thanks to our great guide. We took a glimpse into the Irish maritime tradition and heard the interesting stories of sea adventures and tragedies linked to Ireland. Truly a wonderful afternoon!
Cristina Deju — Google review
Kids loved the display, models, lighthouse, it’s a different world, nice interiors!
Artur Boguszewski — Google review
Interesting building (converted church) , spectacular alter, great location for a wedding. Next door to a nice hotel (royal marine)
Paul Scally — Google review
The National Maritime Museum has a captivating collection of boats, offering a rich exploration of naval history of Ireland. I would highly recommend. Tickets are very affordable, also not too crowded on weekends.
Gresilda Hajdari — Google review
A very interesting excursion about the maritime history of Ireland. The National Maritime Institute of Ireland was founded in 1941. The museum is located in a church with wonderful stained glass windows and a large number of exhibits. There is a large searchlight and miniatures of ships, many small exhibits that were raised by divers from the bottom. Very friendly staff, excellent tour guides. There is a souvenir shop.
Tetiana Abadzhi — Google review
Very informative displays, and a must visit venue! Staff are enthusiastic, and I had an excellent guided tour today. The raison d'etre for DunLaoighre harbour was clearly explained, with references to Captain William Bligh, multiple ship wrecks, and a sleepy wee village that pre-existed the Harbour creation. It is really interesting for all ages!
Paul Moloney — Google review
Visited this museum last weekend with a group of scouts and it's safe to say it was amazing. All the models were very detailed, the light optic that spun around was very cool looking. And our tour guide was very informative and told us alot about irelands maritime history. Very nice place
Leaky Sponge — Google review
A wonderfull 2 hours spent perusing the artifacts on display. Housed in an old church. Even if you have no interest in ships or boating, there is still so much more from bygone days to see and appreciate with wonder and amazement on all who gaze upon them. I bought tickets in advance, but there was no need to as I could have bought at the door. €6
Rory Hogan — Google review
The guide Paul absolutely charming man, wonderful story teller with passion to history and massive knowledge, lot's of stories full of details. The museum worthy to visit as solo as family trip. Truly recommended to all kinds of visitors. Paul thank you for today 😉😎 was great tour, definitely will back to you with my husband.
Kinga Nitsu — Google review

2People's Park

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Park
Food & Drink
Farmers Markets
The Peoples Park in Dun Laoghaire is a small but well- landscaped park that is perfect for a relaxed day out. It features a teahouse, a fountain, a kids' play area and a Sunday market with global foods.
A beautiful park with plenty of spaces to sit and enjoy the weather. You can often see some singers/artists perform here. The place has many shops and restaurants on the one side. My personal recommendation is DO NOT try the Chicken Wings here, it was too smelly, tastes very bad and we had to throw away the entire food. It was 9 EUR. Overall the place was very nice, and I recommend this place.
Sibeesh Venu — Google review
Nice small park. Beautiful shrubs and planting make a great enjoyable space for us all. Modern public loos. Playground for the kids. Bee friendly planting abounds. Locus of Martello 12 clearly marked out in path. Wonderful Sunday Market.
Paul Moloney — Google review
Sunday market is the main attraction here. Lots of food items and handmade stuff available for purchase. There was a huge line of people waiting to buy churros. Teddy ice-cream also had a huge queue. A perfect place for picnic.
Stuti Shukla — Google review
It is a beautiful place to hangout with family and kids .. the beach side helps to ease the worries and enjoy the windy sea breeze.
Sonu Shan — Google review
People’s Park is a beautiful place! It offers colorful flowers, beautiful scenery, a relaxing pond, a tearoom, and a variety of wildlife. It’s great for birdwatching. Not only that, but it’s also a lovely place to sit down and relax. I’d highly recommend this park, as it’s gorgeous!
Rose The Hat — Google review
Highly recommended on a Sunday for the weekend market. You may chill out with friends and family and grab something to eat from the Market. There's also a public toilet inside the park.
Debotri Dhar Chowdhury — Google review
Lovely park especially on a Sunday when we visited. Nice green areas and the stalls were good.got a great coffee of Bryan's coffee and the kids had fun in the playground. Plenty of seating and toilet facilities. Drops a star due to all bins over flowing. I know it was a Sunday but the markets are on so provide more maintenance.
Daniel Egan — Google review
Lovely well maintained urban park overlooking the harbour. The park has some of the finest Victorian heritage buildings and features of any park in Ireland. The impressive pillars and gates at the entrances along with the gate lodge, fountains, bandstand are good examples of Victorian workmanship. The ornate pavilion with its intricate ironwork is now a cafe / coffee shop with inside seating and an accessible terrace area overlooking the park. The food and staff here are excellent. While the park retained formal (colourful bedding) planting schemes (in the Victorian style) until recently..... thankfully in the last few years the park management has slowly moved to pollinator friendly herbaceous planting. There are several impressive herbaceous borders in the park with more planned. This also means you cannot see the entire park at once and it invites the visitor to walk around and explore the different areas. There are many native irish trees along with an interesting group of gingko bilobas. There is also a safe playground for the kids with z recently added (wheelchair friendly) ability swing.
ciaran conneely — Google review
Great place to visit during a sunny day. If you are lucky enough you might be able to spot few seals in the sea 🦭
PayalK P — Google review
This place is incredible! A great selection of vegan / plant based options both sweet and savory. Very thoughtful conscious products available. Highly recommend checking it out. The peoples park is right across the road if you don’t decide to eat in.
Adam O’Gorman — Google review
Nice little park to walk through or sit in and relax, can get very busy during high season. The cafe has lots of indoor and outdoor seating which can fill up fast when the sun is out. The garden is well maintained with beautiful old Victorian fountains, lovely views out to sea.
Patricia M — Google review
Absolutely gorgeous small posh park with fountains and Sunday Market, with those small unique handmade items. The park has stunning sea views. I could have sit on the bench in front of the fountain for the whole day.
Olga Mur — Google review
Firts time visiting this park and what a pleasant surprise. Clean, lawn mowed, great for families around the neighborhood, a nice place to spend some time on the grass or sitting around the fountain. There's also a café, beautiful location to visit in the afternoon and looking the sunset. Lovely place
Angeles Make Up — Google review
Fantastic. A beautiful park with a wonderful cafe that serves delicious food. Sundays they hold a little farmer’s market as well.
Leah Madsen — Google review
Beautiful little Park with playground and lovely coffee shop, fountains and lots of benches,very well kept with amazing flower arrangements... best of all it's right by the sea and the pigeons are seagulls! Buskers add to the atmosphere and the coffee shop is very cosy with an outside seating area. The Park has two entrances,one from the main Street and one from the beach promenade. We were there as part of a weekend in Dun Laoghaire on a sunny day in July for our daughters birthday and loved it
Greta Widmann — Google review
Beautiful gardens with a wonderful atmosphere! Clean facilities are really a great find!
ferdie steyn — Google review
Beautiful park, with great little children’s playground within an enclosure. Nestled in between Dunlaoghaire and Glasthule, a nice place to unwind and relax just off the main road. Nice to see a swing there for kids on wheelchairs. Very thoughtful.
Benny H — Google review
A beautiful park to take a walk and spend time enjoying the natural beauty and fresh air. I always feel relaxed and happy whenever I visit this park.
Alvin Anil — Google review
Park Rd, Glasthule, Dublin, Ireland+353 1 205 4817
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Performing arts theater
Concerts & Shows
The Pavilion Theatre is a great local theater with comfortable seating and plenty of legroom, as well as friendly helpful staff. The theater has good bar service if you don't mind plastic glasses, and there is ample paid indoor parking nearby. There is also free evening street parking in the vicinity.
Great local Theatre. Saw Jason Byrne recently - a great show. Comfortable seating with plenty of legroom - I'm 6"2. Friendly helpful staff. Good bar service if you don't mind plastic glasses, which is the norm. Plenty of paid indoor parking and free evening street parking in the vicinity. Will definitely visit again.
Kevin Brophy — Google review
Went to see the Amazing Rumer here last night!! What a show. Truly magnificent evening. Supported by the very talented Suzanne Savage. Such a wonderfully intimate venue and the staff were so lovely. Must keep an eye out for events at the Pavilion. Excellent spot 😁
Pamela Meehan — Google review
Great to see live music in a small venue. The volunteers are so friendly and helpful. Huge range of events on too. We saw the Joe Dolan show by Ronan Collins - excellent!
Rhona OConnor — Google review
Brilliant blues night with Don Baker and band. Excellent musicians. Wonderful songs and lovely atmosphere. Reminded me of what we missed during lockdown.
Celine Reilly — Google review
Fantastic little theatre I have been to several shows there has all the facilities needed for people like me who are less mobile staff are friendly and very helpful.
Martin Field — Google review
Small intimate venue good acoustics and they even sell ice cream at the bar!! Always clean and volunteers always kind and friendly. Very enjoyable space for music or theatre. Also its my old childhood neighbourhood so I'm naturally biased !!
sandra fox — Google review
Great performance by Norma Sheahan as Shirley Valentine in the Pavilion Theatre this afternoon. Try and get to see it, you won't be disappointed. Excellent show, lovely theatre, friendly and helpful staff. Look forward to visiting again
Clare Murray — Google review
Great theatre going there for different events Ballet comedy etc excellent. So well run by the lovely staff. It's a credit to Dun Laoire. Keep it up long into the future. Lorraine O Donovan.
Lorraine O' Donovan — Google review
Great spot for shows. Nice and intimate. Bar on site, and in a great location.
Richie — Google review
Lovely little theatre with a great interactive kids show "Dinasour World Live" Glad we found it. Will definitely be back.
Aisling Regan — Google review
This is a wonderful little theatre in Dunlaoghaire on the seafront. Staff were very helpful. We went to see Saviour & thoroughly enjoyed a most wonderfully acted play
Leo O'Callaghan — Google review
I've a ticket to the matinee performance of the Saviour Saturday 7th @2:30.(love Marie Mullen and all that she does🤗) Unfortunately, due to an unexpected family emergency i can no longer go. I rang the box office today at 3:30 to possibly sell back the ticket. Sarah (Box office - very unhelpful!!!) stated that I'd have to give 72hours notice for a cancellation. Not good 🙁
leitrim Dee — Google review
Wonderful theatre. Parking convenient. Staff attentive and polite. No bad seats. Row H seems to have extra leg room so recommend.
Aidan J McManus — Google review
First time ever in the theatre as we were staying in a local hotel. Great atmosphere and seating visibility, with a full house for the show. Rock and roll years and dance hall days was brilliant. Quality singing and musicians.
Philip McCormck — Google review
Great night at the pavilion. Went to see chess the theatre was lovely and the stage set fantastic. Thoroughly enjoyable evening 🤗
Annemarie Ward — Google review
Saw the Furies on the 18 October. We had a wonderful evening, Great show and a great venue.
Tyrone Tsan — Google review
It was TERRIBLE. The venue is good but I went to The London African gospel choir. Half the singers were missing including the trumpets and saxophone players. The sound mixing was defective so the drummer drounded the few singers. We left early .
nicholas vajda — Google review
We were there to see Mary Black and Band which was an amazing evening . Being her 40th.yeaf in the business she belted out the hits. Fabulous show. The Pavillion is a nice size theater and cozy with very pleasant staff. It's near dart,bus and also easy pick ip a taxi if needed. So lucky to have Pavillion in DunLaoghaire.
Denis Murray — Google review
Lovely local theatre. Great show with Hot House Flowers playing for 3 hours. Hard to beat.
Niki McGrath — Google review
Marine Rd, Dún Laoghaire, Dublin, Irelandhttp://www.paviliontheatre.ie/+353 1 231 2929Pavilion Theatre reservations

4Dublin Bay Cruises

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Ferry service
Dublin Bay Cruises offers a 75-minute journey from Dun Laoghaire to Howth, passing by Dalkey Island, Irelands Eye, and Lambay Island where you might spot resident wallabies. If you're interested in learning about Dublin Bay's biodiversity, consider a guided boat trip with Goat Boat Tours. On the cruise, you can discover marine life, see Martello Towers, learn about Dun Laoghaire's history and admire the coastline's grand houses.
Awesome cruise trip from Dun Laoghaire to Howth or vice versa. Very friendly staff and service. Suggest to take the service on way from Howth to Dun Laoghaire as its less busy and option to buy tickets on the ferry itself.
Rajat Bansal — Google review
Incredible afternoon at sea cruising around Dalkey Island, complete with blue skies, gorgeous views, and lots of jellyfish sightings. The crew couldn’t be more welcoming of our group of kids and pups - grateful to have such a family friendly activity in the nice weather! Thanks again!
Kate Fulcher — Google review
When we got the the cabin there were 2 staff members and both were very helpful. We had one uneasy passenger and they were great with her. There were 2 kids with us and the helped get the buggy on board. We sat on the upper deck and had great views. Being a local you sometimes forget how beautiful Dublin and Ireland can be. We will definitely be booking onto one of the other trips soon.
Paul — Google review
Great little trip! Would highly recommend taking one of the cruises they offer, I took the dun Laoghaire to howth one and got great views of the coast. The boats are clean, spacious and have a bar and toilets. Not very expensive either so definitely worth a trip to see the coast from a different view.
Phily Morris — Google review
I loved it! We started at Sir John Rogerson's Quay, near the Diving Bell🔔, for the Dublin City to Howth via Dun Laoghaire. We, 3 adults and a toddler, first sat up on the top deck to enjoy the views but as it was the warmest day in Ireland for this year, 30°C at some point, we soon went to find shade cover downstairs below deck. There are plenty of seats and a few tables to enjoy snacks and drinks. A bar with cold drinks and snacks is located in the same area. Toilets were clean and located behind the bar. Our toddler made sure to explore every corner possible of the ship and jumped around only taking a break when a boat or ship was passing by and was curious to see it. Friendly crew, smooth sailing and amazing views, will surely recommend to everyone! Thank you Dublin Bay Cruises!
Victoria Sarkozi — Google review
The tour from Dun Laoghaire to Howth was really great and you really get a very good overall impression. Afterwards, I can highly recommend the Cliff Walk to everyone.
Dennis Hoffmann — Google review
A fantastic way to travel around the bay, into or out of the city, friendly and knowledgable staff will tell you all sorts of history of the area, not to be missed! 👏👍😎
Graham Wilson — Google review
Great experience and fantastic way to enjoy the coast. I recommend getting the Dart to Dun Laoghaire and take the cruise to Howth for dinner.
J Mac Cionn — Google review
E Pier, Glasthule, Co. Dublin, Irelandhttp://www.dublinbaycruises.com/+353 1 901 1757

5TEDDY'S Ice Cream

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Ice cream shop
Teddy's Ice Cream is a Dublin institution that has been serving up delicious ice cream since the 1950s. The 99* cone is perfect and the staff are lovely.
Great place, great selection without being excessive or overwhelmed – a Dún Laoghaire staple and great for a stroll along the pier or along the coast with a cone.
G N? Mhuilneoir — Google review
Perfect place to stop off at when its a lovely day. Benches right next to it to sit, look out at the sea and enjoy your ice cream. The 99's are lovely
James McFadden — Google review
While coming back from Forty Foot, we had two of these icecreams for which there was a small line even. I got the 99 one which was alright, nothing that amazing being honest. And my friend had an Oreo sundae one(not sure about the actual name). They both were just alright. Nothing bad but just okay. That's why 4 star.
Amit Amola — Google review
Lovely woman serving & fantastic ice cream in a great location overlooking the pier
peter duff — Google review
Can't visit dun laoghaire without getting a teddy's icecream. Icecream is 10/10 so creamy and smooth 🥰
Shaunagh Coyle — Google review
I recently had the pleasure of tasting Teddy's Ice Cream yesterday and I must say it was an absolute delight! From the moment I stepped up to the colorful ice cream truck, I knew I was in for a treat. First and foremost, the selection of flavors at Teddy's Ice Cream is truly impressive. They offer a wide array of classic and innovative flavors, catering to every taste bud. Whether you're a fan of traditional options like chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry or seeking something more adventurous like salted caramel or cookies and cream, Teddy's has got you covered. They even have seasonal flavors that add a delightful twist to their menu. The quality of the ice cream itself is outstanding. Each scoop is rich, creamy, and packed with flavor. You can tell that Teddy's takes great pride in using high-quality ingredients to create their frozen treats. The texture is perfectly smooth, and every bite is a heavenly experience. One of the things that sets Teddy's Ice Cream apart is their commitment to customer service. The staff is friendly, enthusiastic, and always ready to help you make the perfect choice. They are knowledgeable about the flavors and are more than happy to offer recommendations based on your preferences. The service is quick and efficient, ensuring that you can enjoy your ice cream without any unnecessary delay. The vibrant colors, the cheerful atmosphere, and the joyous laughter of fellow ice cream enthusiasts create a warm and inviting environment. In conclusion, Teddy's Ice Cream offers an unforgettable frozen treat experience. Whether you're a local or a tourist, make sure to treat yourself to Teddy's Ice Cream—you won't be disappointed!
Spicy Edwin — Google review
Absolutely gorgeous. Definitely the best for ice cream and staff. Brought me back to my childhood days.
Edel Fitzsimons — Google review
Great ice cream, well worth the queuing up for.
Tom Gavin — Google review
Home of the 99| Lovely place to stop for an ice cream in this beautiful place!
Rose Ali — Google review
Huge shout out to Teddy's Ice Cream today. We brought a group of 55 primary school kids to the People's Park in Dun Laoghaire and brought them in groups to Teddy's for an ice cream as an end of term treat. Teddy's were AMAZING!!! Really patient and helpful. Didn't charge kids who were short of funds for what they wanted. Treated a couple who didn't have money and some teachers too!!! WOW!!!!! We had great time and were SO IMPRESSED!!! And ...... the ice cream was DELICIOUS. How wonderful Teddy's!!! Great Business and we will be back!!! THANK YOU 😊 🍦❤️
Caro Condon — Google review
So good. You have to try it. However it’s a shame it doesn’t actually cost 99 pence. A bit too expensive if you ask me
Dora Renier — Google review
Myself and my sister ate a cone last night.We have been sick from 2 hours later all night.My gut is churning like a washing machine.This was only food we both shared. Tried to report to shop at Dun Laoghaire but no answer.So many v elderly people there last night.Machine must be full of bacteria. Absolutely disgusting
Jane Coghlan — Google review
I’m not much of an ice cream fan, but they are very delicious. Traditional ice cream parlor…. the typical ice cream is 99. You cant visit Dun Laoghaire without buying an ice cream!!
Blanca Ocaña — Google review
The best '99' by far! The young lad who served us said that he thought he'd be sick of the ice cream after a couple of weeks, but he was still loving it 😉
Paul Stokes — Google review
TEDDY’s Ice Cream has the best Ice cream. It is delicious and cheap especially the Oreo.
Yaffa Abou Ramadan — Google review
Worst hot chocolate I ever bought in my life. A milk with a water instead of chocolate. Cappuccino also not tasty. They even not asking you if you need sugar.
Robert Wiśniewski — Google review
This is exactly what happens when people queue to get some plain tasting ice cream. They have to write how great it is afterwards, and then more people come and queue and wait and they have to say it was so worth the wait, etc. To me it tasted like McDonalds soft serve. It’s Ok, but totally not worth a long wait.
Alvertos Revach — Google review
1a Windsor Terrace, Dún Laoghaire, Dublin, Irelandhttp://www.teddysicecream.com/+353 86 452 9394

Top places to eat

1Hartley's

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European restaurant
Hartleys Restaurant in Dun Laoghaire offers an exquisite dining experience with its elegant townhouse interior and popular seafront terrace. Situated near the pier on Harbour Road, this unique eatery provides stunning views of the harbor and sea. The outdoor dining area is equipped with gazebos and heaters for cooler evenings, allowing guests to enjoy the beautiful scenery while indulging in a varied menu of European favorites.
Fantastic food and very caring staff! Beautiful location, unfortunately still not fully open but nevertheless worth to visit for dinner with friends or family.
Rafal Kostrzewa — Google review
Great night out ,,, family birthday celebration... Table for 8 .... Everyone loved the meal and the evening.. it was absolutely perfect... I had the Smokies starter, delicious, and the baked cod main... I'd order it again...The service was exactly right and the evening was faultless. Birthday boy was celebrated with fireworks 🎇😃
Brian Kennan — Google review
This trip was our first proper dining out experience in a year. I've been to other places with cut down menus and reduced staffing due to the difficult year we've all had. However, this was the first booking I was really looking forward too. I'm very happy to say my expectations were far exceeded. Lovely table with a sea view set in a warm and calming environment. Excellent staff and overall dining experience. The food was absolutely delicious. A lovely cut of fillet steak cooked to perfection, and a lovely crab meat bruschetta. Excellent desserts and cheese board. The kids menu was also made with high quality ingredients and delicious, or so my kids told me. It was worth the two week wait to get a table on the weekend. We will certainly book and return again. 5 stars.
Neil McGonigle — Google review
Absolutely beautiful food and service was second to none. Cocktails were lovely also. I've eaten in a good few places since my move to Ireland 7 years ago and this is most definitely the best to date. Thank you for a lovely experience that's finally worth the hype.
Floyd White — Google review
Popped into this restaurant for a late lunch on a Sunday. My husband and I ordered the Sunday roast and our daughter had the kids menu cheeseburger. Food was excellent, service was great and the wine was also reasonably priced. Will definitely be back.
Emilie B — Google review
Fabulous experience and ambience, food, service, view and drinks. The specials are truly special and highly recommended.
Dee Doherty — Google review
Beautiful location ,Stopped in for a quick bite to eat & a drink . Ordered the katsu aubergine bites for starter which tasted nothing of Katsu however was tasty . I ordered a portion of ‘skin on fries’ which I presumed would be freshly cut fries with skins on and got a portion of skinny frozen fries .Guinness was just okay . Service wasn’t great took ten minutes for a server to come to to the table to take our order when the restaurant was pretty much empty. Would not return
Lauren Kelly — Google review
We arrived in Dun Laoghaire at about 1930hrs on Sunday evening. Hartley's was one of the few places serving food until 2100hrs. We chose the hot wings, a fish & chips, and a saefood linguine. Food was excellent, fortunately we had seen another couple received the hot wings and only ordered one portion between us. Large portions.
Rick H — Google review
A little pricey, but 100% worth it. It was hands down one of the best steak I have ever had (and my family raises beef in the states). The staff was all very kind and friendly. Drinks were top notch. Will definitely be returning on my next holiday.
Rachael Haas — Google review
Some of the staff were enthusiastic and some were not, including one who eye rolled after asking for the allergies menu. There was no delay seating however we were asked to wait before ordering because the kitchen was at capacity. Food was ok but there was a mismatch with quality and price
Brian O Murchu — Google review
Had a super valentines evening in Hartley. Menu was exquisite along with service.
Mark de Foubert — Google review
My first time here with a friend just over a week ago. What a treat it was to be made cocktails by Jess. Some of the nicest drinks I've had and that included some new creations by herself. She is very talented and I have been passing on the word to friends and family that this is the place to go if you want to be blown away by the amazing flavours and excellent service in a beautiful venue. The enthusiasm and excitement shown by Jess for her craft was positively contagious. We were also served by a young Brazilian man (his name escapes me) who was very attentive and made sure we were well looked after and had a great evening. :-)
Ronan Johns — Google review
Had a new cocktail made by Keane the bar man called the Bitter and Twisted would highly recommend it was delicious if you like campari, gin, grapefruit juice .....and a few secrets ...brilliant mixologist ask him the next time your in tell him what u like and he can mix a special .....Thanks Keane
catherine tyrrell — Google review
Very nice experience. The building is really lovely though they need to do some work on the toilets, fairly basic for such an up-market place. The food was lovely and the service was good. It's a bit on the pricey side, but I'll go back nevertheless.
Gráinne O'Rourke — Google review
My now wife and I decided to celebrate our marriage in Hartley’s. It is hard to put into a review just how good every aspect of the evening was with the team in Hartley’s. Every guest commented to us on how friendly, warm and courteous all the staff were throughout the evening. The food was delicious, all courses. Again everyone who attended is still telling me how good everything tasted and how excellent the service was. Hard to thank Igor, Julie and the team enough for everything. I cannot recommend the place enough - I have eaten there now 3 times and will definitely be back !
brian O m — Google review
The batter on the fish was so light and the fish was perfectly done, I would eat an entire bowl of the puréed peas if it was an available! The desserts were amazing and the wine and drinks list is very extensive. The price/quality gives excellent value. The dining experience was fabulous from start to finish. Thank you
E Walsh — Google review
I had the lovely experience of dining in Hartley’s last week. I rang in advance to let them know it was a special occasion as it was my grandmothers birthday and we would be requiring wheelchair access. The host rang me in advance to ask if we wanted them to make a fuss of her and they certainly did! The service was very friendly and efficient and the food was exceptional. Thank you to the manager & staff that made my grandmothers birthday so special and one to remember. Would definitely recommend for it’s accessibility and excellent service.
Dara Fine — Google review
1Harbour Road, Dún Laoghaire, Dublin, Irelandhttp://www.hartleys.ie/+353 1 280 6767
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Italian restaurant
Oliveto, located in Haddington House, is a contemporary restaurant and lounge bar in a hotel. It specializes in Italian cuisine and also offers pizza takeout. The restaurant stands out with its unique Irish twist on traditional Italian dishes, such as Killary Fjord mussels cooked with Amalfi lemon and pancetta.
Simply unbelievable. We went for a bit of everything and it just got better and better. Go before word get out, Michelin will be calling soon!
karl hickey — Google review
Brilliant spot on a sunny day for some light lunch! We got the vegetarian and margarita pizzas, they were lovely! Quick service considering the place looked busy and staff were friendly! There's a perfect view of dun laoghire pier from the tables which is a top selling point! Prices were standard for Dublin! Would recommend 👌
Stephen Doyle — Google review
The ambiance is very decent and porsh looking , the waiter was very nice to us . We went for a dinner date . The cocktails are mostly the best , the starters were very scrumptious. Overall loved the place , very good for date night recommendation
meera aashika — Google review
Sat outside on a fairly cool day. Good views of the harbour walls and lots of space between tables. Only 4 pizzas to choose from but they were all good.
Luke Mckend — Google review
We love it so much there. We love every minute of our stay there. The staff is so nice and the food is fab. Rooms are lovely , cosy, and clean. All small details are amazing. Very imoressive. Thank you for making our stay so amazing.
basiamerc12 — Google review
Only serves pizza outside (which was beautiful). On the negative, the 10% service fee is a bit much considering the price of the pizza to start with.
DECLAN LEAMY — Google review
Amazing atmosphere and fantastic Italian food for special occasions. We loved the mocktails and side dishes. Bruschetta was good but the burrata with beetroots and blackberries was just perfect. The portions of main dishes are a bit too big, but can't complain the gorgonzola risotto was heavenly.
Esra Pen — Google review
lovely venue and view of the bay. nice outdoor seating that is well worth the trip. pizza is the main menu with plenty to choose from. good selection on drinks menu. were seated quickly on a busy Sunday. service to getting food good with a checkback balf way through. if perhaps a bit broader menu or starters might be welcomed more or kids selection. overall a good meal
Jeff Griffin — Google review
We walked over from our hotel! This is a great restaurant. We had a cocktail prior to dinner. That area was very quiet and quaint. Dinner was lovely with our entrees perfectly cooked!
Chris Rankin — Google review
Definitely enjoyed eating at Oliveto. I took my dad as a belated father's Day present. The restaurant was full of families with young children so was not the atmosphere we were hoping for, but we were not disturbed by any of the children as the restaurant is well suited to managing kids. The portions of food were massive! I was stuffed after the starter and definitely did not need my main, however both were very nice and we had a lovely time. I would have liked to have taken a bit longer with our food, we had 2 courses and a bottle of wine between 4 and left within an hour, but I understand that if they cater for groups with children that this is desirable. I would definitely go back, but with more of an understanding of the feel of the restaurant.
Emily Hunsley — Google review
My husband took to me to this restaurant to celebrate International Womens Day. 1. Reception. A very helpful gorgeous lady who assisted us. 2. Waiters. They are very nice and professional. 3. Foods. The foods are tasty and the serving is big. Highly Recommended. I really enjoyed the dinner and we will come back definitely!
Katherine Ciuplea — Google review
Location, Location, Location €20 for breakfast is a bit pricey, but its definitely a treat, to sit down on a sunny morning with Dun Laoghaire’s east pier as your window view. Top class service and its worth a treat
Murali Krishna Sayana — Google review
Sensational food. Fantastic Hotel &Breakfast buffet Wonderful bar, drinks 🍸 Cocktails area Champagne 🍾 🥂 🍾 Fun vibrant Atmosphere, Chic, cool, classy!
Judith L May — Google review
It is a really welcoming restaurant, as we were staying at the hotel we have had breakfast and dinner. The selection of food means there is something for everyone, the quality of produce is fantastic and the service is attentive. The atmosphere was buzzing with lots going on. The Bar area serves a wonderful selection of cocktails. We would come again
Gary Denman — Google review
9-12, 9-12 Haddington Terrace, Dún Laoghaire, Dublin, A96 F2R9, Irelandhttps://haddingtonhouse.ie/oliveto+353 1 280 0011Oliveto at Haddington House reservations

3Toscana Italian Restaurant

4.3
(872)
4.0
(449)
affordable
Italian restaurant
Restaurant
Toscana Italian Restaurant is a beautifully adorned venue, flooded with natural light and spread across two levels. It specializes in Tuscan cuisine and pizzas. Located in Dun Laoghaire, it is considered one of the finest restaurants in the area. With its close proximity to the Dun Laoghaire Dart Station, it is easily accessible from anywhere in Dublin. The skilled kitchen staff prepare authentic Italian dishes using fresh ingredients sourced from their own garden.
Beautiful restaurant! Very friendly team of people. We arrived a bit early and there was no problem went out of their way to make us feel welcome. Food was amazing! Great variety and everything was so tasty and fresh. Would definitely go here again would recommend to anyone
Sandra M — Google review
Have been here for the first time and reading the great reviews my friend and I were really looking forward to have lunch here. Restaurant is lovely, nicely layed out, with a great view which currently is a bit suffering from the construction work going on on the sea side. Foodwise we were disappointed as we had checked in on a few things and felt misadvised, and it wasn't as tasty as one would have hoped for. We also felt it was a bit pricey, especially as we weren't convinced by the taste. As other people really like it here, it might really just be an unlucky day or we ordered the wrong meals, though these reviews are subjective anyhow, so am just sharing my personal view. For completeness, we had the Calamari as starter (which we thought are fried), the linguine a pesce, salad with shrimps.
kerstin abele — Google review
We had a fabulous meal here last week. We ordered bruschetta, spaghetti carbonara and lasagne with chips and chocolate cake and meringue sundae for dessert. The food arrived very quickly and was delicious from beginning to end. And our waitress Rain was so helpful and friendly.
Gillian McWilliams — Google review
Had a wonderful meal here to celebrate my partners birthday. They made the evening so special and made the whole room sing for him. The food was divine and brought me back to my days in Naples. I would highly recommend to anyone searching for authentic Italian food at a relatively good price. Will definitely be visiting again!
Zara Z — Google review
Nice restaurant, well located, a bit expensive though, so maybe worth for especial occasions only. Our food was delicious, honest portions. Friendly staff and quick service.
Ana Canella — Google review
Toscana is a lovely restaurant with delightful staff, who were attentive and interactive. The atmosphere was relaxed and enjoyable among friends. Food was flavourful and portion sizes were just right so you didn't feel bloated. With mains being around the €20+ mark it's a bit more expensive, however it's worth it. A recommended restaurant.
Matthew Perfect — Google review
Food was enjoyed by everyone in our group. Prices were reasonable. We were seated in the upstairs area. It was a beautiful room. We were quite squished into our table, but we're a large group so it's understandable. There was decent space between tables in the upstairs area. The down stairs area appeared rather cramped. Both my starter and main were fish and we're very fresh and delicately cooked.
Nanette O'Neill — Google review
First of all the waiter was very kind and allowed exceptions for my vegetarian mum. There is music as well which helped me calm down. Food is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING The one downside is that it's very pricey
N0T_A_G0AT — Google review
Lovely restaurant. Great food and friendly service.
Ian Marshall — Google review
Perfection exists! So delicious food, so pleasant atmosphere, so beautiful seaview, so good service! It was just an excellent experience.
Victoria Ivanes — Google review
We ordered antipasti, prosciutto was not freshly sliced, mozzarella tasteless, poor quality overall. The brioche was very tasty. Risotto, not creamy, overcooked. Pizza was meant to be with mozzarella di buffala, but it was definitely not buffala, no taste. Staff is nice and attentive ,pleasant atmosphere.
Mihaela Miholca — Google review
The restaurant prefers quality over quantity and is too small. It is actually a house converted to a restaurant. The quantity is too little for the amount of money you pay. But it is good for a taste change. People usually go there to just talk. There are songs playing but the noise of people is too much to hear the song playing. The taste of the food was excellent but if you are looking to fill your stomach then this isn't the place you wanna go.
Bhavya Rathod — Google review
Absolutely delicious meal from the bruschetta starter, Pollo Toscana main course and fresh banoffee pie. First time eating here but won't be my last.
Michael Byrne — Google review
We have been coming here for over 15 years. The food and service have always been excellent and consistent. Many of the staff are the same over those 15 years, and the menu has not changed too much either. Cosy tables downstairs and upstairs and a lovely atmosphere to enjoy fine food. Very good kids food too. An excellent weekend lunch menu and an early bird menu too. Can't recommend this place enough. (Also sang happy birthday to my wife on most recent visit which will be a lifelong memory :) ) update 2024 - as good as ever.
Neil McGonigle — Google review
Really nice place to eat infront of the sea 🤩 ! Amazing meals from starter to dessert. I had the suppli, the spaghettis pesto (one of their several vegetarian options ☺️), plus the tiramisu 😍 with white house wine. I just found the experience really expensive for a lunch (50€ for 3 courses + 1 glass of wine) The team is professional 👌
Tiffany Lmn — Google review
5 Windsor Terrace, Dún Laoghaire, Dublin, A96 TW50, Irelandhttps://www.toscana.ie/+353 1 230 0890

4F.X. Buckley Steakhouse Monkstown

4.5
(1113)
4.0
(421)
affordable
Steak house
F.X. Buckley Steakhouse Monkstown is a lively establishment that prides itself on serving fresh, seasonal Irish produce, including rare-breed beef and delectable seafood. Alongside their mouthwatering menu, they also offer an impressive array of cocktails. The owners make it easy for businesses to update their profile details, add photos, respond to reviews, and more. With high-quality food and exceptional desserts, this steakhouse is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Local people restaurant. It served steak in the town for a long time. You can order the special “Sunday Meal”(on Sunday only), their steak with vegetables and fried egg, only around 30 euros, a cheaper price compared to weekdays. It is a very large plate! Me and my friend can only ate one plate together in total 😅 Nice food with fresh ingredients: meat and vegetables. Soup is also nice choice. Good environment, very helpful and friendly stuff. Their decorations are great. I guess it is American old countryside style? I also ordered Beef burgers, which is also big size and normal girls can not finish it. it is worth of the money for sure, fresh and juicy. It is a nice weekend eating food places for families.
moon dust — Google review
Nice steakhouse, with good service and warm decoration. The rib eye delicious and the desserts also very nice. Will definitely repeat
Sam — Google review
Really nice decor and atmosphere. The staff were welcoming and extremely professional. On this visit, we just came to try the cocktails. P-star martini 7 out of 10. (Too fizzy). Other cocktails were 9 out of 10. Will definitely be back to try again and try the food.
Richie — Google review
Stake was gorgeous, I recommend it Rare to feel the real flavor and quality of the beef. Crème Brûlée is also wonderful, worth the visit and the combo.
Matheus — Google review
Went there as a last minute booking. We were looking for a place to eat during Friday night and after coming here I realized there is no better choise than here. The quality of food, amazingness of dessert, beautiful wines and cocktails and smiling professional waiters. This place deserves the best of best reviews. Best meat I ever ate in Ireland!
Emre Akcol — Google review
Sometimes you’ve got to indulge a little … An unforgettable dinning experience with my family who was in town. Although it took almost an hour for the main to come, we would still come back bc of the delicious dish! Steak cooked perfectly with the ideal amount of seasoning. Beautiful plating! Bang on tenderness and sauces. Sides were comparable too! If you’re not in a hurry to eat and have time to chat and wait, don’t hesitate to go!
Hannah Sayono — Google review
Food was 10/10 unbelievable. The only downside was the pints. I think the gas had been changed that day and the pints werent pouring right. The service was 10/10 the cocktails were 10/10 & the food too 👌
Denise Heffernan — Google review
WOW. Amazing place to eat. Great staff. Great steak and the wine went down a bit too easy. Would visit again.
Family Recipe Roots — Google review
The meat was cooked to perfection. I did not like the sauce tho! It was also overpriced compared to the quantity and quality of food.
Mira Tharwat Khalifa — Google review
The Sunday roast is lovely & great price at €22. Great to have a decent option with the vegan wellington too. The roasted carrots sides were delicious.
Amy Whelehan — Google review
Food and drinks were fabulous, however, we were very disappointed with the service. We had just a Sunday Roast for lunch with a couple of drinks. When asked for the bill, we were brought dessert menus with the server walked away without even listening to what we asked him again. We finally got our bill which also disappointed - instead of the glass of house wine as we ordered which we would expect to be a cheaper wine (€8-9) , we were charged for something else at €12-13 for glass, however, we didn’t really see what bottle it was poured from. I don’t mind paying for more premium wine when I know exactly what I am ordering and what I am getting is the same thing.
Konstantin Kravchenko — Google review
Visited with a group of friends on a Saturday and managed to get a last minute booking for early Saturday evening. Everything we had was great, the scallops/parfait for starter, the Chateaubriand was perfectly cooked and the sticky toffee pudding was light but delicious. One of the best parts of our experience were the staff. Our waitress was extremely helpful in helping us with a wine selection, ensured we didn't run out of other drinks and was patient with us when selecting our food. All of the food was timed well and we enjoyed everything without feeling rushed. Make sure you book ahead to avoid disappointment!
Emily Hunsley — Google review
This was hands down one of the best places I visited in Dublin. It was a special occasion, which I noted in the reservation. The team took such great care of us throughout the evening and we were genuinely kind throughout. The food, atmosphere and vibe was incredible too. Thanks for your great service, I really appreciated jt
Taryn H — Google review
Hands down, the best steak I've ever had was cooked to perfection, and sides were gorgeous. The staff was so helpful, friendly, and attentive i would highly recommend this restaurant 👌
samantha t — Google review
From the moment we walked in, we were treated like royalty! Upon mentioning my husband's birthday in the reservation email, they surprised him with a warm "Happy Birthday!" and served him with singing and dessert. Our waitress, Sarah, was an absolute gem. Attentive, knowledgeable, and incredibly friendly, she made sure our experience was flawless. Not to mention, the steaks were cooked to absolute perfection! If you're looking for an unforgettable dining experience with top-notch service and food, this is the place! Thank you for making my husband's birthday so special! P.S. Ask for Sarah - she's the best!
Kirsten Barnard — Google review
3A Monkstown Cres, Dún Laoghaire, Monkstown, Co. Dublin, A94 VE42, Irelandhttps://www.thebuckleycollection.ie/copy-of-monkstown-steak-seaf+353 1 284 6187
4.3
(1312)
4.0
(359)
affordable
Modern European restaurant
Located in the heart of Dun Laoghaire, just moments away from the pier, Gourmet Food Parlour is a chic dining establishment that exudes a contemporary ambiance with a relaxed local feel. This trendy eatery is an ideal spot for enjoying a family brunch or reconnecting with old friends.
Perfect place for a weekend brunch. Ordered a vegan breakfast and this was probably the best vegan dish I've ever had. The hot chocolate was delicious. The service was swift and the staff was friendly and warm. Will definitely be visiting again :)!
Vatsal Mishra — Google review
I had a great time here the other day. I was meeting my friend for dinner. We chose the early-bird menu, food was 100% delicious!!! Staff are super friendly. I asked the waitress to try to give a surprise to my friend when we get to the dessert part since the day before was my friends birthday. The waitress came with a candle in the cake and everyone in the restaurant was singing happy birthday for my friend. Thank you so so much! You made it special!!!! 100% yes! Highly recommended!!! I’m sorry I didn’t took photos of the starters.
Loredana Irina Moata — Google review
Ambiance was good and location was good. Most of the staff were lovely. Food was good too but in my opinion, I have had better in a similar price range. On the day we went there was also an issue with the system prices and the menu prices. The physical menu and the system menu both had different prices (system was higher than the menu prices). This meant that we almost ended up paying more but it was sorted in the end. I'm sure the issue will be fixed soon but make sure to double check the prices before you pay and leave to avoid any overpayments.
M A — Google review
The food is excellent and well-presented. (See the breakfast wild mushrooms on toast with perfectly-poached eggs.) The service wasn't great. Not terrible -- but on the Sunday morning when I visited there were some delays in bringing coffee and they didn't look incredibly happy to help. Still they brought additional condiments happily.
Simon Gray — Google review
Definitely one of best brunch in Dun Laoghaire. the restaurant is very clean and the staff is super friendly. food quality is nice in Weekends, short queuing sometimes is needed but is okay.
mo2n dust — Google review
Unexpectedly PERFECT. Reviews were iffy, but WOW. 3 of us couldn't stop talking about how good everything was from drinks to dessert. Tables are a bit small and the music could be a bit louder to give a bit of privacy between the close tables, but other than that...wow. Also, the kitchen plated the food so beautifully. Very well done. Great Christmas menu, we also ordered al a carte.
Cheddar Cheese — Google review
Great place with yummy food and nice ambience. It is across the Dun Laoghaire Dart station. Service is good and fast. Go there for a good weekend brunch.
Sakshi Paliwal — Google review
Stopped by here for a cup of joe. I must the place looks good and the food looks delish .. the staff was also very kind and nice
jerome joseph philip — Google review
Ordered the chorizo hash . Had this a while ago and it was hands down the best breakfast I have had . Was excited to come back and try it again . The poached eggs were cooked to perfection. Unfortunately the chorizo hash , could have done with better seasoning, it tasted a bit bland . The potatoes could have done with more balsamic vinegar as well as more onions . It’s a pity as otherwise I would give it five stars The cappuccino and latte were great .
Muireann McCarthy — Google review
Visited for all day menu over a Weekend and place was busy, next time definitely with a booking. Place was cozy, great portions with good quality of food and highly recommend.
Arun Kumar — Google review
Tasty food, lots of choices on their menu, great location & very helpful, polite staff
Lydia CF — Google review
Went for breakfast here on my Sunday off I usually like to travel around different places for a full irish its a little hobby of mine. This by far was the best full irish I have ever had it was incredible 9/10 I would have given it 10/10 if it had come with a mug for my tea instead of a cup but that's just a personal preference I have haha. Also had dinner here a few months back which was equally as good. Highly highly recommended
John-paul Duffy — Google review
Lovely place, huge portions, I order breakfast and it was too much. Amazing. Will back again
Татьяна Вайникайнен — Google review
Perfect for brunch on a Sunday. Only place in the area serving breakfast past 11. the pancakes were super tasty and the wrap was very good. We also had the mushroom spinach toasty and people loved it.
Mila W. — Google review
I had a very good experience here, the food was GREAT! Like really, you get a proper meal, and it doesn't only look good, but it's actually good!! And they have vegan options!! The service was also great! And the whole atmosphere was such an experience! I wish the heating was on though. Anyway, I will surely come back! Thanks!!
Matan Rokach — Google review
Unit 3, Harbour Square, Crofton Rd., Dún Laoghaire, Dublin, Irelandhttps://www.gourmetfoodparlour.com/restaurants/dun-laoghaire+353 1 280 5670Gourmet Food Parlour reservations

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