Celebrate Dublin’s rich culinary scene this festive season

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IRELAND’S capital city of Dublin is always lively, but blooms fully into its own in the festive season.

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The award-winning Bar 1661 just may become a favourite to begin and end the night

Dublin’s rich culinary scene offers a range of dining options from traditional Irish fare to international cuisines, and many restaurants host special events such as themed dinners and entertainment to enhance the festive experience.

At #pynckfoodanddrink, we have some of the legwork has been taken out of the holiday rush to offer four of the best in town. Bon appetite!

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Don’t be fooled by the below-stairs Georgian townhouse location of Dax Restaurant

The award-winning Bar 1661 just may become a favourite to begin and end the night what with a selection of great cocktails and of course, any and all that are made from that most notorious and Irish of spirits, Poitín. Book online for the Green Street venue at https://bar1661.ie/.

Don’t be fooled by the below-stairs Georgian townhouse location of Dax Restaurant, voted one of the best for dining experiences on TripAdvisor and For Dublin Lovers. The place exudes elegance from the crisp white linen adorning every table to gourmet dining and French wines. Located in Dublin’s historic Georgian Quarter, it’s one of the best for allergy-friendly food service. Book online at https://www.dax.ie/.

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Millstone Restaurant has been known for over two decades as the place for the best in steaks and fresh Irish seafood

Millstone Restaurant has been known for over two decades as the place for the best in steaks and fresh Irish seafood, expertly prepared and served in a charming old world Victorian edifice. Awarded 5 stars on TripAdvisor, the original Dame Street location has recently expanded into a second home at Temple Bar in Crow Street. Menus include wine pairings, and seasonal menus subject to time and availability are on offer. Book online at info@millstonerestaurant.ie or millstonetemplebar@gmail.com.

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Festive afternoons and evenings are almost guaranteed at The Green Hen in Exchequer Street

Festive afternoons and evenings are almost guaranteed at The Green Hen in Exchequer Street, offering bistro-style French cuisine with Irish variations in an informal brasserie in the heart of Dublin. Known for the best confit in town, a carefully curated wine list along with adventurous speciality dishes prepared daily and an informal bistro vibe, there is fantastic value on offer in among the locally sourced, Franco-Irish cuisine. Book online at bookings@thegreenhen.ie.

For more festive dining experiences in Dublin check local events, Dublin restaurants websites and events.

 

Image credits: Bar 1661, Dax Restaurant, Millstone Restaurant, The Green Hen

Tags: Food & Drink

Kim Mullahey

Kim Mullahey is Pynck.com’s Ireland Correspondent. She holds an honours undergraduate degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of Chicago and has taught Adult Education Creative Writing Studies. Through a media career spanning nearly 25 years Kim has written and photographed regional news, national and international horse sports, fashion and lifestyle. Kim lives with her husband and son in Kildare Ireland, and a stray marmalade cat who has adopted the family.

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