If you're looking for a French restaurant in Dublin, look no further than our comprehensive list of some of the finest gallic-inspired places in town.
There are plenty of places to get French food and they're dotted quite evenly around the city centre. Take your pick, mon chéri:
Rathmines, more info here
Unabashedly French in appearance, Voici staff are clad in Breton stripes and crêpes are cooked in a legit repurposed Citroën (can't get much more French than that). In the candle-lit upstairs you'll find authentic galettes crafted with black sarrasin flour from Brittany served with Irish twists - The Allez Les Bleus is stuffed with pear, Cashel blue and walnuts & drizzled with honey or try Le Traditionnel with Irish ham, cheddar and Ballymaloe relish.
Molesworth Place, more info here
Discreetly tucked away in a lane off Stephen's Green, One Pico has long enjoyed a loyal following. A small, well-crafted set menu with modern French and distinct Irish influence, that suits both vegetarians and meat eaters alike. The service is of the high standard you would expect at a Michelin-listed restaurant with some discreet personal touches added if your party is enjoying a celebration.
Merrion Row, more info here
Behind the distinctive bright blue exterior is a luxe old-timely bistro, serving up an Irish-style menu with French influences. The team at Hugo's are proud of their work and it shows, despite the French menu you'll get Cead Mile Failte. There's also a lovely wine list with options for every budget.
Pembroke Street Upper, more info here
Not your average dining experience, dinner at Dax is reserved for special occasions.
Castle Market
Tucked in between Grogan's and Georges Street Arcade, you've probably walked past it a hundred times and not even realised that inside is some of the best paté you'll taste outside of France.
Merrion Street Upper
Fade Street
No better spot to perch yourself outside on a sunny day and watch the world go by as you chow down on steak frites. Also a great place for drinks and a boogey on the weekend.
Palace Street
As French as it comes here in Dublin's fair city, perched right outside Dublin Castle with red checked tablecloths, a cosy outdoor area and huge portions of hearty French cuisine.
Exchequer Street
Live your best Emily in Paris life at this cute spot with French posters all over the walls and a great set menu for lunch (€25 for two courses, €28 for three).
Merrion Street Upper
A bit pricey, but sure we could hardly leave our pal Patrick out. Strong "taking one of our best clients out for dinner on the company card" vibes off this multi-Michelin awarded restaurant, as well as top-quality food and insanely pretty presentation.
Wicklow Street
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Trinity Street, more info here
Chef Patron Stephen Gibson fulfilled a life-long dream of running his own restaurant when he opened the doors of Pichet on Dublin’s Trinity Street in 2009. After many years and numerous countries, working at every level of cuisine, up to three-star Michelin, Stephen realised his personal preference was for ‘nice, simple food’ that tasted really good. And so, the ethos of Pichet – Dublin’s Best Modern French Restaurant’ - was realised. Awards and accolades quickly followed, and their ‘Crispy Hens Egg’ became a must-have dish! The spot recently celebrated its 15th birthday, an incredible achievement in today's challenging hospitality industry. It's a welcoming spot, where in typical French style there's great plat du jours available, it's a great spot for graduations, big birthdays and other celebration-worthy milestones.
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