The 10 Best Restaurants In North Quays Dublin

Dublin’s quays have long played an important role in the city’s cultural history, most notably as the setting for many of James Joyce’s stories such as Eveline and An Encounter. There has been an effort to turn the quays into a culinary hotspot. We take a look at the 10 best restaurants in the North Wall Quay.

1. Quay 16

Restaurant, European

Dublin Docklands with the Convention Centre

This highly underrated restaurant is situated on a wooden-decked tugboat from the 1960s, called the MV Cill Airne. It still has its original fittings in place. Such a unusual setting may warrant a visit in itself. Thankfully, the food at Quay 16 is of high quality and the service is prompt and friendly. At night you can get a wonderful view of the Dublin Convention Centre, all lit up in spectacular fashion.

2. Becky Morgan's

Pub, Restaurant, Pub Grub

Very much a traditional Irish pub and restaurant, Becky Morgan’s offers up a no-frills lunch menu to be washed down with a pint of whatever you want. And, it’s all at a very affordable price. This place is a well-known and well0regarded establishment frequented by locals on their lunch breaks. You could very well enhance your Irish experience by striking up a conversation with one of the regular customers.

3. Lagoona

Bar, Restaurant, Pub Grub

This modern and stylish restaurant provides plenty of choice for customers, including gluten-free and vegetarian options. There is also a tapas-style menu with party foods for larger groups. Lagoona is also only a short tram ride away from the iconic O2 Arena and within walking distance of the Dublin Convention Centre.

4. KC Peaches

Bistro, Cafe, Irish, European

This trendy cafe and bistro is located just a stone’s throw from the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre. Unprocessed, unrefined and healthy food is the order of the day here. Be sure to check out KC Peaches if you’re feeling health conscious, or if you’re just in the mood for something organic and nutritious. You can’t go wrong with the extensive wine selection either, which the staff take special pride in.

5. Harbourmaster Restaurant & Bar

Bar, Restaurant, Pub Grub

If you’re searching for a filling meal and a refreshing drink while you look out upon Dublin’s recently renovated docklands, then Harbourmaster may just be the place for you. The staple lamb shank and chicken wings are held in high regard by many tourists who decide to stop in while walking along the river.

6. TOSS’D Noodles & Salads

Restaurant, Asian

If you’re intrigued by the process of cooking and food preparation, then you will enjoy seeing dishes being prepared in the open kitchen of this pan-Asian restaurant. It is situated on Custom House Quay. As the name implies, you can choose between a wide selection of tasty noodles and healthy salads. You can either eat in or take out. TOSS’D is a relatively unknown destination that is well worth a look if you fancy some Eastern flavor.