Set over a narrow, book-lined staircase on the north quays, The Winding Stair pairs Liffey views with a straightforward menu that leans on named Irish producers — Castletownbere fishermen, Connemara farms, Carlingford oyster beds. It is a reliable, unfussy choice for a solo traveler wanting good Irish food without fine-dining formality.
| Price | €€€ (lunch €20–€30, dinner €40–€60 / ~$22–$33 / ~$44–$66) |
|---|---|
| Hours | Daily 12:00–15:30 & 17:30–22:00 |
| Reservations | Recommended; book at windingstair.com or +353 1 873 7320 |
| Address | 40 Lower Ormond Quay, Dublin 1, D01 K4D4, Ireland |
Signature dishes
- Castletownbere crab on toast
- Connemara lamb shank
- Carlingford oysters with Guinness
Good to know
- Known for
- Bookshop café turned acclaimed restaurant; seasonal Irish produce with Liffey views
Weather through the year in Ireland
Best time Shoulder Worth avoiding
Average daytime temperature in °C. Figures are for Ireland.
Location
40 Lower Ormond Quay, Dublin 1, D01 K4D4, Ireland
53.3473, -6.2640 View on map
Highlights
- Window tables look directly over the River Liffey and Ha'penny Bridge
- Named-producer sourcing printed on the menu
- Started life as a secondhand bookshop, retaining shelves on the ground floor
Tips for visiting
- Ask for a window table when booking — they go first and make the meal worth the visit
- The early evening slot (17:30) is quieter and easier to walk into without a reservation than after 19:00