This elegant restaurant presents modern, Irish-style cuisine in a formal home atmosphere. Located down a flight of stairs beneath the Dublin Writer's Museum in a restored 18th century building. Chapter One attracts intellectuals and writing enthusiasts, as well as gourmands seeking dishes such as warm terrine of duck confit, fois gras, ravioli with salmon and prawn, or sautéed scallops with parisienne potatoes. A courtyard patio allows outdoor dining when weather permits. Reservations recommended. Business dressy attire.

One of the most exciting new restaurants in Dublin. With the most notable buzz, this fine restaurant offers creative cooking, stylish atmosphere, and good prices. Each section in the series of small rooms presents elegance. The restaurant takes Irish traditions and then goes one better by making the dishes simpler and lighter while still retaining the flavor. Chef Bernie Roche's shellfish coddle elicits such raves that a cookbook is forthcoming. Scallops, smoked trout and warm chocolate fondant are also good picks. Reservations recommended. Business dressy attire.

Extremely popular with locals and visitors, this classic fine dining restaurant offers dishes with perfectly matched flavors that combine tradition and innovation. Representative main dishes include wild Wicklow venison loin with black pudding pithivier, milk-fed veal loin with sweatbread cigar, and Bere Island scallops with beetroot and lobster mayonnaise. Fixed and tasting menus are available. Highly recommended! Reservations recommended. Business dressy attire.

The top pick in Dublin for classic French cuisine, Les Frères Jacques has had a steady clientele for years and offers a welcomed sense of calm. An inviting dark green interior with fine china, tall candles, fresh flowers and attentive service. The set dinner is a popular option, featuring dishes such as carrot coriander soup, smoked salmon blinis with sour cream, and pot roast pigeon with braised lentils. Follow up with poached pears in pastry parcels with caramel ice cream. Lots of traditional French beef and seafood dishes. Reservations recommended. Business dressy attire.

The name is French, but the cooking is modern Irish at this downtown restaurant. The menu famously combines traditional ingredients into dishes such as seared beef with blue cheese and salad leaves. Excellent service and a nice ambience complete the perfect meal. Reservations recommended. Business dressy attire.