Where to eat on Sunday night in Dublin

Contrary to popular belief, Dublin restaurants do not close en masse on Sundays anymore. What was once a day of rest is now for steak, small plates and seafood experiences. Here's where to go when you need a serious feed of a Sunday in Dublin, whether it's a special occasion that just happens to fall at the end of the week, or you're just in need of wine and snacks to see off the Sunday scaries...

Special Occasions

Parrilla, Ranelagh

Recent addition to the Michelin guide, Parrilla in Ranelagh, keeps the taco and marg party going until late on Sunday. Tostasas, flautas and barbacoa lamb are all highlights, and the €55 and €65 sharing menus are great for groups if you're celebrating with a gang.

The Butcher Grill, Ranelagh

Loads of ATF readers list The Butcher Grill in Ranelagh as their special occasion go to, and with Irish and US-sourced prime cuts of meat, the option to add gambas to everything, and oysters to start, it's not difficult to see why. Sunday night celebration spot sorted for Southsiders,

Bresson, Monkstown

French fine dining institution Bresson in Monkstown takes bookings until 20:00 on Sundays, and you can get their early bird up until 17:45, with two courses for under €40. With dishes like Coquille St Jacques; Kilkeel crab and leek crème brûlée; and confit duck leg with Lyonnaise potatoes, this is one for a special night out.

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