Leinster is Ireland's eastern province, home to the capital Dublin and encompassing 12 counties stretching from the rolling Wicklow Mountains to the ancient passage tombs of the Boyne Valley. It blends vibrant urban culture with prehistoric monuments, medieval castles, and some of Ireland's most dramatic coastal and mountain scenery.
Top restaurants
Handpicked picks for the best dining experiences.
Chapter One
Popular Modern Irish / Tasting Menu restaurant in Leinster.
Known for: Seasonal Irish tasting menus; 1 Michelin star; located in basement of Dublin Writers Museum
18–19 Parnell Square North, Dublin 1, D01 R29C
Glovers Alley
Popular Modern Irish restaurant in Leinster.
Known for: 1 Michelin star; Andy McFadden's produce-driven menus in elegant hotel setting
Fitzwilliam Hotel, St Stephen's Green, Dublin 2, D02 RV96
Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud
Popular French-Irish restaurant in Leinster.
Known for: Ireland's only 2-Michelin-star restaurant; outstanding wine cellar; formal dress recommended
21 Upper Merrion Street, Dublin 2, D02 NH04
Campagne
Popular French-Irish restaurant in Leinster.
Known for: 1 Michelin star; Garrett Byrne's relaxed fine dining; outstanding value vs Dublin peers
5 The Arches, Gashouse Lane, Kilkenny, R95 C5H1
The Strawberry Tree
Popular Modern Irish / Certified Organic restaurant in Leinster.
Known for: Ireland's only certified organic restaurant; all ingredients certified organic or wild-foraged from estate and local farms
BrookLodge Hotel, Macreddin Village, Aughrim, Co. Wicklow, Y14 AX78
Delahunt
Popular Modern Irish restaurant in Leinster.
Known for: Victorian-era bar converted to gastropub; excellent Irish craft beer and whiskey list
39 Camden Street Lower, Dublin 2, D02 ED75
The Winding Stair
Popular Traditional Irish restaurant in Leinster.
Known for: Iconic Ha'penny Bridge riverside location; excellent bookshop downstairs; Irish artisan cheese selection
40 Lower Ormond Quay, Dublin 1, D01 H4X5
Etto
Popular Modern Italian-Irish restaurant in Leinster.
Known for: Small plates concept; intimate 35-seat room; superb natural wine list
18 Merrion Row, Dublin 2, D02 F6V1
Restaurants by cuisine
Browse picks grouped by cuisine type.
Modern Irish
Chapter One
Glovers Alley
The Strawberry Tree
Delahunt
Fade Street Social
The Pig's Ear
Mulberry Garden
The Vintage Kitchen
Forest Avenue
Clanbrassil House
French
Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud
Campagne
Dax Restaurant
L'Gueuleton
American
Bunsen Burger
The Saucy Cow
Damson Diner
Traditional Irish
The Winding Stair
Johnnie Fox's Pub
The Brazen Head
European
One Pico Restaurant
Bury Street Bistro
Seafood
The Harbour Bar & Seapoint Restaurant
Aqua Restaurant Howth
Spanish
Port House Pintxos & Wine
Uno Mas
Brasserie
Lock 8 Restaurant
Coffee
Two Pups Coffee
Contemporary Irish
Glovers Alley
Ice Cream
Murphys Ice Cream Dublin
International
Soup Dragon
Italian
Etto
Japanese
Yamamori Noodles
Mexican
777 Restaurant
Middle Eastern
Brother Hubbard
Organic
Honest to Goodness Café
Steakhouse
Shanahan's on the Green
Thai
Saba Thai
Traditional Pub Food
Mulligan's Pub
Vegetarian
Cornucopia
Dining etiquette & tips
Navigate the local food scene confidently.
Tipping practices vary — check local customs. Service charge is often included.
Restaurants may close between lunch and dinner. Plan meals around local dining hours.
Popular restaurants may not take reservations — arrive early or be prepared to wait.
Food budget guide
What to expect at different price points.
| Level | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | $5-15/meal | Street food, local eateries, and simple restaurants. |
| Mid-range | $15-40/meal | Sit-down restaurants with good service and varied menus. |
| Upscale | $40+/meal | Fine dining, international cuisine, and premium experiences. |