Eating Dublin - Page 2

Diapason · 12th November 2008, 12:11 PM

Wow, plenty of bold statements in there, Patrick. Sounds like fantastic experiences all round.

Ernie Whalley · 12th November 2008, 12:42 PM

re Sichuan, Pat it echoed my own experience China Sichuan

bigjoe · 12th November 2008, 01:29 PM

excellent post Pat.

punto · 13th November 2008, 02:40 PM

I just heard that Derry Clarke let go 6 chefs after Sunday nights service! Does anyone know if this is true or not

meatmonger · 16th March 2009, 07:14 PM

re-opening old thread with question...

where is hot in dublin at the minute? thinking of a venture down for first time in years, it will be a thursday night dinner for 4... will probably follow with lunch the next day for 2

any tips?

unclepat · 17th March 2009, 08:54 AM

Good time to make a pilgrimage I reckon. You can avail of some pretty good mid week deals at the moment.
You could have the five course taster in Mint for Eur55 inc. 2 glasses of wine. Alternatively, the pre theatre in Chapter One is still hard to beat. One Pico have a set dinnr for Eur45 and also an excellent quality set lunch for 20 odd quid. I'm hearing really good reports about Pearl Brasserie at the moment aswell.
You could also avail of the (relatively speaking) good value lunch in Guilbaud's or Thorntons.
On top of all that, Bentley's is still one of the more sought after tables in town.
If you fancy something a little more relaxed and informal, check out L'Gueuleton, The Pig's Ear or The Winding Stair.

meatmonger · 18th March 2009, 11:07 AM

think i might push the boat out and make it two nights then.

thanks pat and E. will check out pearl and your own so pat.

looking forward to that.

meatmonger · 13th April 2009, 10:18 PM

Well,

Made it to Dublin for one night last week and managed to check out pearl brassiere. have to say, exceptional service from Thomas who seems to be the manager? Good wine and menu suggestions. Barbera D'Asti 2006 Oddero €48 was v good, especially since i know little about italian wines.

Boneless quail starter was very tasty, but polenta was a little dry
herself had tempura prawns, which could have done with a kick, but prawns were v good

veal loin was v tasty and tender and a joy
thought her halibut could have been better, not sure if it was a tad overcooked, or combination of not been straight out of water! at this point i realised i am spoilt!

Chocolate Cake with Apricot Jam? was tasty enough!

anyway, good recommendation and great table. thanks

DonalH · 14th April 2009, 06:58 PM

Total bill MM?

meatmonger · 15th April 2009, 11:29 AM

178 before tip for two including sparkling water, poire digestif, coffees, shared dessert and the wine. there was a couple of really good extras thrown in for good meausure inlcuding lovely arrival drink, a thai broth in espresso cup to start, and a nice sorbet with cassis and sparkling wine which was really good.

I don't get out much so didn't mind!

by the way, stayed in butlers townhouse and sorry, missed the mark. i can reheat heinz tomato soup at home thank you.

burkean · 15th April 2009, 11:52 AM

Jesus Christ that's expensive... I could eat 3 courses at Bibendum in Chelsea at that price.

I hope it was very good.

meatmonger · 15th April 2009, 12:20 PM

i agree its expensive, and i will be in london eating before i will be in dublin again.

v good, not outstanding for the money

Marie · 15th April 2009, 12:34 PM

Pricey alright. Two of us paid the same as that for dinner & bottle of wine in Neven Maguires place for countless, and flawless, courses.

dallen · 13th May 2009, 08:34 PM

Hey everyone, first time post form a long time stalker, oh well.
Was in the new restaurant opened where La Maison de Gourmets stood, it's La Maison now. French chef. Anyway it was excellent and extremely good value.
We shared the house pate starter; chicken liver, pork belly rillet and a chicken, pork and vegetable terrine, all very good.
My main, andouilette with lyonnaise potatoes and whole grain mustard sauce was delicious, but probably not for everyone!! Her main, coq au vin with fresh tagliatelle was also excellent.
Desserts were chocolate fondant and apple tart fine, again both excellent. We finished with two coffees (excellent double espresso).
Total Eur68, with two glasses of nice wine.

unclepat · 14th May 2009, 06:21 AM

Welcome dallen, La Maison sounds great..and very good value too. It's one of only a handful of places in Ireland to hold a Michelin Bib Gourmand.
I've had a couple of great meals recently in Juniors on Bath Avenue. I've eaten there since day one and I reckon they're on top of their game at the moment. I'd a squab pigeon and beetroot salad followed by superb lamb rump there last week and it was as good a meal as I've had in a long time. The space is a bit cramped and I know it's not everyone's cuppa but for great food that's not too expensive it's hard to beat imho.

meatmonger · 14th May 2009, 10:02 AM

how much for the lamb rump dish?

unclepat · 14th May 2009, 03:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by meatmonger

how much for the lamb rump dish?

18 quid I think. Definitely less than 20 anyway

James · 15th May 2009, 10:55 PM

Hey Uncle Pat, nice post. I'm a big Juniors fan too. They're doing brunch now at the weekends. And guess whos cooking for you - Temple Garner, the guy who owns Town Bar and Grill.

Great menu - all the usuals plus some quirkey dishes: corn dogs and super nachos. Pretty cheap too.

James · 15th May 2009, 10:56 PM

PS: is there anywhere else doing a good brunch in Dublin at the moment?

unclepat · 18th May 2009, 06:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by James

PS: is there anywhere else doing a good brunch in Dublin at the moment?

I really like Lennox St. Cafe for brunch. The new cafe in Rolys in Ballsbridge is good too.

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12th November 2008, 12:11 PM	#21
Diapason Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 299	Wow, plenty of bold statements in there, Patrick. Sounds like fantastic experiences all round.

12th November 2008, 12:42 PM	#22
Ernie Whalley Restaurant at the end of the universe Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: On the dark side of a glass Posts: 2,164	re Sichuan, Pat it echoed my own experience China Sichuan

12th November 2008, 01:29 PM	#23
bigjoe Registered User Join Date: May 2004 Location: Dublin Posts: 486	excellent post Pat.

13th November 2008, 02:40 PM	#24
punto Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Too many places Posts: 966	I just heard that Derry Clarke let go 6 chefs after Sunday nights service! Does anyone know if this is true or not

16th March 2009, 07:14 PM	#25
meatmonger Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Bridgend, Co Donegal Posts: 370	re-opening old thread with question... where is hot in dublin at the minute? thinking of a venture down for first time in years, it will be a thursday night dinner for 4... will probably follow with lunch the next day for 2 any tips?

17th March 2009, 08:54 AM	#26
unclepat Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 733	Good time to make a pilgrimage I reckon. You can avail of some pretty good mid week deals at the moment. You could have the five course taster in Mint for Eur55 inc. 2 glasses of wine. Alternatively, the pre theatre in Chapter One is still hard to beat. One Pico have a set dinnr for Eur45 and also an excellent quality set lunch for 20 odd quid. I'm hearing really good reports about Pearl Brasserie at the moment aswell. You could also avail of the (relatively speaking) good value lunch in Guilbaud's or Thorntons. On top of all that, Bentley's is still one of the more sought after tables in town. If you fancy something a little more relaxed and informal, check out L'Gueuleton, The Pig's Ear or The Winding Stair.

18th March 2009, 11:07 AM	#27
meatmonger Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Bridgend, Co Donegal Posts: 370	think i might push the boat out and make it two nights then. thanks pat and E. will check out pearl and your own so pat. looking forward to that.

13th April 2009, 10:18 PM	#28
meatmonger Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Bridgend, Co Donegal Posts: 370	Well, Made it to Dublin for one night last week and managed to check out pearl brassiere. have to say, exceptional service from Thomas who seems to be the manager? Good wine and menu suggestions. Barbera D'Asti 2006 Oddero €48 was v good, especially since i know little about italian wines. Boneless quail starter was very tasty, but polenta was a little dry herself had tempura prawns, which could have done with a kick, but prawns were v good veal loin was v tasty and tender and a joy thought her halibut could have been better, not sure if it was a tad overcooked, or combination of not been straight out of water! at this point i realised i am spoilt! Chocolate Cake with Apricot Jam? was tasty enough! anyway, good recommendation and great table. thanks

14th April 2009, 06:58 PM	#29
DonalH Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Kinsale Posts: 443	Total bill MM?

15th April 2009, 11:29 AM	#30
meatmonger Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Bridgend, Co Donegal Posts: 370	178 before tip for two including sparkling water, poire digestif, coffees, shared dessert and the wine. there was a couple of really good extras thrown in for good meausure inlcuding lovely arrival drink, a thai broth in espresso cup to start, and a nice sorbet with cassis and sparkling wine which was really good. I don't get out much so didn't mind! by the way, stayed in butlers townhouse and sorry, missed the mark. i can reheat heinz tomato soup at home thank you.

15th April 2009, 11:52 AM	#31
burkean Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: London Posts: 315	Jesus Christ that's expensive... I could eat 3 courses at Bibendum in Chelsea at that price. I hope it was very good.

15th April 2009, 12:20 PM	#32
meatmonger Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Bridgend, Co Donegal Posts: 370	i agree its expensive, and i will be in london eating before i will be in dublin again. v good, not outstanding for the money

15th April 2009, 12:34 PM	#33
Marie Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Cork Posts: 101	Pricey alright. Two of us paid the same as that for dinner & bottle of wine in Neven Maguires place for countless, and flawless, courses.

13th May 2009, 08:34 PM	#34
dallen Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 4	Hey everyone, first time post form a long time stalker, oh well. Was in the new restaurant opened where La Maison de Gourmets stood, it's La Maison now. French chef. Anyway it was excellent and extremely good value. We shared the house pate starter; chicken liver, pork belly rillet and a chicken, pork and vegetable terrine, all very good. My main, andouilette with lyonnaise potatoes and whole grain mustard sauce was delicious, but probably not for everyone!! Her main, coq au vin with fresh tagliatelle was also excellent. Desserts were chocolate fondant and apple tart fine, again both excellent. We finished with two coffees (excellent double espresso). Total Eur68, with two glasses of nice wine.

14th May 2009, 06:21 AM	#35
unclepat Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 733	Welcome dallen, La Maison sounds great..and very good value too. It's one of only a handful of places in Ireland to hold a Michelin Bib Gourmand. I've had a couple of great meals recently in Juniors on Bath Avenue. I've eaten there since day one and I reckon they're on top of their game at the moment. I'd a squab pigeon and beetroot salad followed by superb lamb rump there last week and it was as good a meal as I've had in a long time. The space is a bit cramped and I know it's not everyone's cuppa but for great food that's not too expensive it's hard to beat imho.

14th May 2009, 10:02 AM	#36
meatmonger Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Bridgend, Co Donegal Posts: 370	how much for the lamb rump dish?

15th May 2009, 10:55 PM	#38
James Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 4	Hey Uncle Pat, nice post. I'm a big Juniors fan too. They're doing brunch now at the weekends. And guess whos cooking for you - Temple Garner, the guy who owns Town Bar and Grill. Great menu - all the usuals plus some quirkey dishes: corn dogs and super nachos. Pretty cheap too.

15th May 2009, 10:56 PM	#39
James Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 4	PS: is there anywhere else doing a good brunch in Dublin at the moment?