Dublin is not only known for its rich Irish heritage and picturesque historic downtown, but also for its diverse culinary scene. Whether you’re a local foodie or just passing through, the city offers an array of dining options to tantalize your taste buds.
It’s a great place for just about any meal, whether you’re looking to celebrate a big occasion, head out for date night, or grabbing brunch with the squad.
Tucci’s is the Italian steakhouse of Historic Dublin, with Japanese Wagyu on the menu next to the pizzas and pastas. It does a weekend brunch and keeps private dining rooms for the big celebrations.
Location: 35 N. High St., Dublin
Website: Tucci’s
For steak aficionados, The Avenue Steak Tavern is a top pick. This restaurant combines a classic steakhouse experience with a modern touch. Beyond the steaks, the wine list runs by the glass and by the bottle.
Location: 94 N. High St., Dublin
Website: The Avenue Steak Tavern
If you’re craving classic American fare with a touch of elegance, The Pearl should be your destination. The dinner menu carries an oyster-room section, and the bar has its own cocktail menu. The cozy ambiance adds to the charm.
Location: 88 N. High St., Dublin
Website: The Pearl
J Liu Restaurant & Bar is a local gem offering Asian-inspired cuisine and sushi. Their contemporary and chic setting makes it an ideal choice for a date night. Be sure to try their sushi rolls and seafood dishes.
Location: 50 W. Bridge St., Dublin
Website: J Liu Restaurant & Bar
Dublin Village Tavern, known for its historic charm, is a beloved local spot. The menu features Irish-inspired dishes and a wide selection of beers. The tavern puts the building at about 1889 and says Newton and Anna Dominy lived there and ran a hardware store out of the front.
Location: 27 S. High St., Dublin
Website: Dublin Village Tavern
Gene’s is a neighborhood restaurant in Historic Dublin from the people behind Coast Wine House down the block on South High. The menu changes often enough that the site dates each posting, so look at the current one before you plan around a dish.
Location: 91 S. High St., Dublin
Website: Gene’s
Mezzo is the locally owned Italian place on West Bridge Street in Historic Dublin, with pizzas, pastas and salads and a cocktail list to match.
Location: 12 W. Bridge St., Dublin
Website: Mezzo
Vaso Rooftop Lounge offers not only exquisite Mediterranean-inspired cuisine but also breathtaking views of Dublin. The menu features dishes like Spanish paella and tapas, making it a perfect spot for a romantic dinner or special celebration. If you happen to be visiting during cold weather, be sure to reserve an igloo. You can get all the views while staying toasty and warm.
Location: 6540 Riverside Dr., Dublin
Website: Vaso Rooftop Lounge
Kitchen Social at Bridge Park doesn’t stick to one cuisine. Crispy Thai shrimp, eggplant meatballs in Moroccan tomato sauce and Korean BBQ cauliflower all sit on the same starters list.
Location: 6791 Longshore St., Suite 110, Dublin
Website: Kitchen Social
At Bridge Park, Valentina’s keeps a mozzarella bar on the menu and bills its braised veal meatball as the eighth wonder of the world. The wood-grilled steaks top out at a 14-ounce Delmonico ribeye, and pizzas and pastas fill out the back of the menu.
Location: 4595 Bridge Park Ave., Dublin
Website: Valentina’s
North Market Bridge Park is a food hall, with Dos Hermanos, Lan Viet, Gallo’s Pizzeria, Falafel Kitchen and Market Bar under one roof, so everyone orders from a different counter and meets back at the table.
Location: 6750 Longshore St., Dublin
Website: North Market Bridge Park
Cap City Fine Diner and Bar is where comfort food meets sophistication. From their famous meatloaf to the retro-chic atmosphere, this place has it all. It’s a great place to grab brunch or go on a date.
Location: 6644 Riverside Dr., Dublin
Website: Cap City Fine Diner and Bar
Cafe Istanbul sits on Riverside Drive with a covered patio over the Scioto, and that patio is the seat to ask for, since its roof opens up when the weather allows. The menu is Turkish, from the hummus-and-babaganoush appetizer sampler to lahmacun and pide.
Location: 6125 Riverside Dr., Dublin
Website: Cafe Istanbul
For those seeking a casual yet delicious dining experience, Matt the Miller’s Tavern is the place to be. The menu runs from burgers to seafood, and the tavern added steakhouse to its name, so the steaks are the other half of the story.
Location: 6725 Avery-Muirfield Dr., Dublin
Website: Matt the Miller’s Tavern
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