Best French onion soup in Dublin

6 restaurant menus in Ireland, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Chez Max
Chez Max
90/100 (833 ratings)
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French
French
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After-hours
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Brunch
Crème Brulée
Snails
Crab
Duck
Lamb
Fish
Mussels
Steak Frites
Salmon
Foie gras
Escargot
Creme Brulee
Beef
Quail
French onion soup
Frog Legs
Beef Bourguignon
Salad
Sit down
European
French
Reservations
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Table Service
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Full Bar
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Free Wifi
Brunch
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"Was out with a colleague on a busy Saturday night during holiday season. No tables to be had anywhere. Popped in the Chez Max, very accommodating..."
Melissa Almanza
"Lovely food, good service and nice friendly staff....all that is required to add up to an enjoyable night..."
Gillian Butler
"Fab atmosphere and food to die..."
Paula Giblin
"Café excellent et vendeuses super sympas et souriantes..."
Muriel Lorin
"Gorgeous restaurant with a lovely atmosphere, service and..."
Ciara Enright O'Neill
"Super bon choix et super..."
Ariane Gray
Peploe's St Stephens Green
Peploe's St Stephens Green
87/100 (2046 ratings)
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Vegan Options
European
Irish
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European
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Irish
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Lunch
Brunch
Pasta
Salad
Tortellini
Crab
Tortelloni
Scallops
Hake
Duck
Risotto
Mussels
French onion soup
Tuna
Lamb
Salmon
Pesto
Fish
Fritto misto
Beef
Wild boar
Cheesecake
Cod
Lobster
Prawns
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Irish
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Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
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Gift Cards Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
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"If you are a foodie and like spending on food, I would 100% recommend this place. I loved the food, it’s presentation and the portion size vs the..."
Samiya Kashif
"Came here Monday evening with my work colleges for our Christmas party. It was most of our first time here and we loved it. The minute we walked in..."
Joana Peltea
"You just need to go, it has everything, location, ambiance, decor, food, staff, wine list, the complete package, my new favourite restaurant in..."
Alan Dodrill
"Beautiful place beautiful food very surprised they had a kids menu, big Thumbs up from my 5 year old � will definitely be going back to try the..."
Orla Ni Cheallaigh
"This restaurant is a whisker away from a Michelin star. My starter was the best French onion soup I've ever had anywhere - including France - and my..."
Nigel Barnes
"Just wonderful as always. Excellent food great staff and one of my favorite places to..."
Peter Fitzpatrick
"Peploes has always been a favourite, but my visit last Saturday reminded me what a truly stellar establishment this is. The food as always was..."
Gillian Duffy
"Lovely staff, very attentive - obviously enjoy their work. Delicious food and not over-fussy service, although table was needed back at 3pm there..."
Jane Devitt
"Food was amazing. Classic French food. Beautiful restaurant. Staff were excellent, very attentive, and they do make amazing cocktails! You could be..."
Karen Bradshaw
"You cannot have a bad time here! Great food, great staff....love every one there...they make you feel so welcome. I tell anyone in America, if they..."
Ronnie McCluskey
"Enjoyed a fab family lunch meal, great service & food. Thank..."
Breda Shannon Horan
"Gorgeous food and restaurant ! Staff v friendly, service excellent. Well worth a..."
Aisling Kenny Comerford
L'gueuleton
L'gueuleton
86/100 (3413 ratings)
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French
Gluten Free Options
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Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
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French onion soup
Salad
Snails
Crab
Lamb
Scallops
Fish
Duck
Pork
Parfait
Oyster
Mussels
Toulouse sausage
Cod
Burger
Foie gras
Prawns
Toasts
Beef
Hake
Croque Monsieur
Sit down
French
European
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
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Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
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"Didn't book but able to seat us. (was mother's day). Waitress was very friendly and was willing to make adjustments to the menu so we could have..."
Geraldine McKie
"Stumbled across this little restaurant on the Sunday evening had beautiful ribeye steak's with a lovely bottle of wine fantastic friendly staff and..."
Michelle O Shea
"Loved it ! Taken us years to actually get there for dinner and it didn't disappoint in the slightest. The lamb was sensational..."
Will Seaman
"Always a great meal there. Great service and superb..."
Christine Tannam
"The food in this restaurant is beautiful. The portions are just right too so whilst you're satisfied you aren't stuffed. The staff were friendly and..."
Joanne Neilson
"Lovely food, great friendly..."
Joan Taaffe
"wonderful meal last night in this lovely authentic French restaurant. There is a lovely atmosphere and the staff are knowledgeable and friendly. ..."
Belinda Daly
"Great value, 60€ per couple 2 steaks and a bottle of red..."
Malcolm Buchanan
"Best meal - best service ! Fantastic..."
Susan Wilson
"Food was delicious prompt service and perfectly charming staff. Worth many more..."
Marion Gavin
"Can not say a bad word about it food service all..."
Nick Curry
"Been meaning to try here for the longest time and finally did! We went on a Sunday eve and they have a great offer on doe 2 10oz ribeye steaks, sides..."
Tony Reilly
"Himself took me here recently for my birthday. Had heard great things and it did not disappoint! I had the pate and foie gras to start, best I've..."
Louise
"Ooh I love this place. Pure comfort food and lovely relaxing atmosphere. Never too long waiting on a table and good service. Honestly one of the best..."
Mimi Bowes
"Beautiful french food in the heart of the foodie Fade Street. The restaurant was busy and bustling on Saturday night but we got a lovely table tucked..."
Emz Cola
"Very impressed with this place tonight. Service, food and wine was impeccable! Started with a delicious re champagne as an apperativ! Beautiful red..."
Jill Clarke
"Really enjoyed the early bird. Great value but we noticed the portions were considerabley smaller than a la carte. No complaints we ate everything I..."
Anneliese Murray
"Good food and location. Nice atmosphere in this restaurant. The service could be better and the waiting staff could have more knowledge around the..."
Philip Carter
"Had a meal there with my friends on a Wednesday night. ......not very busy but food and service was amazzzzzng .Will be going back soon..."
Chris Collins
"Love at first bite! Fab value for money. Great food. Very friendly staff. ? ..."
Roisin Rooney
"Fade Street is home to so many of my favourite bars (No Name, Hogan's, Market bar) and some seriously top notch restaurants. If it's an atmospheric..."
Nicola
Brookwood Steakhouse
Brookwood Steakhouse
86/100 (3227 ratings)
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Steakhouse
Steakhouse
Dinner
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French onion soup
Salad
Pesto
Crab
Fish
Scallops
Pork
Oyster
Parfait
Mussels
Fish & chips
Tuna
Salmon
Cheesecake
Fish & Chips
Prawns
Burger
Toasts
Roast Beef
Beef
Cheesecakes
Lobster
Porterhouse Steak
Hake
Pasta
Sit down
Steakhouse
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Private Dining
Accepts American Express
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Full Bar
Serves Alcohol
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Wine and Beer
Drinks
Dinner
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Mid-range
"I just wanted to say a huge thank you for taking such good care of us and for giving us another amazing experience. Everyone was so impressed with..."
Laurie June Georgia
"We shared a 26oz rib-eye steak and can say it was the best steak we have had for a long time. Loved the way it was presented and the sauce with sides..."
Barbara Jean
"Great food with a pleasant atmosphere. The staff are friendly, well trained and were good at anticipating our needs. A waitress moved our table from..."
Kevin Gibney
"Found this place by chance whilst looking for somewhere to unwind and fill up after a long day at the office. A nice warm welcome was followed by..."
Chris Mckenzie
"Can this place be anymore perfect! Location superb! Let me just say - the customer service in this restaurant was the best experience I have ever..."
Jamila Nelson
"fantastic atmosphere, friendly staff..... as for the food.... delicious! Quality steaks cooked to perfection! Get the Banoffe for desert, it will not..."
John English
"Amazing food, atmosphere and staff!!! My family and I ate there when visiting Dublin and it was the best experience and..."
Suzanne Condon
"Greeted with complimentary cocktails on arrival. Food options were great and the steak was delish! An excellent range of wines too. Lovely place and..."
Caroline Mac Íomhair
"Amazing food and service. Had diner with friends and family in the private room on third floor. Very satisfied...."
Christopher Murphy
"Staff very helpful and friendly then the food arrived and it was excellent. We had burgers the Sunday roast chicken and a 28onz steak with sides to..."
Christy O'Neill
"Fantastic food and service! A gem of a find! All the staff were really friendly and welcoming but a special shout out toMarco who looked after us so..."
Ashleigh Armour
"Cool, quiet, refined and honest! A hidden gem that we thankfully stumbled into. Sat evening, early. Of course they are fully booked, we were offered..."
Cameron Berry
"Great atmosphere, excellent food with amazing service and staff. I would recommend to..."
Joss Walsh
"Just got into Dublin today and stumbled into this place without having a clue what to expect. Have to say we hit the jackpot as the food and service..."
Davina Stewart
"Went here with a large group of mates , the staff were super friendly and the food was delish ! Would highly recommend..."
Jenni McFarland
La Cave Wine Bar And Restaurant
La Cave Wine Bar And Restaurant
86/100 (1683 ratings)
Restaurants
French
Wine Bar
Wine Bar
European
Gluten Free Options
French
Vegan Options
European
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
After-hours
Lamb
Duck
Gran Ravioli Spinach and Woodland Mushrooms
Fish
Mango and Passionfruit Sorbet
Lamb Shank
French Cheese Selection Honey Walnuts and Grapes
Oysters
Oyster
Cerliac Soup Soup Du Jour
cheese board
Mussels
Chicken Roulade with Spinach and Goats Cheese
Seafood linguine
Salmon
Sirloin
Duo of Fish
Bread
Crème Brûlée À la Cassonade
French Onion Soupe Du Jour
Escargots a La Bourguignon
Torte
Baked Goat Cheese Salad
Confit
French Onion Soup Gratiné
French onion soup
Prime Irish Minute Steak & Peppercorn Sauce
Goat cheese salad
Salad
Rack of Lamb with Potato Gratin
Crab
Roaring Water Bay Mussels Leeks and White Wine
Sit down
French
Wine Bar
European
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Reservations
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Table Service
After-hours
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Can't recommend this place highly enough! Superb food and service, the €14 lunch deal is such great value for the quality of food on offer!..."
Tom Hughes
"Lorenzo and Philippe were excellent hosts, opened us up to the world of wine. We drank, we learnt, we laughed. We are excited that they have..."
Olivia Griffin
"Discovered la cave back in 1996, had a wonderful lunch and cigars ( at the time you could smoke inside), still going back anytime we are in Dublin ,..."
Gilles Varette
"The most delightful little French restaurant a real little Gem in the heart of Dublin. Friendly efficient service, good selection of wines , mouth..."
Denise Mangan
"Absolutely in love with this place!! Amazing wine amazing staff! So cosy, so..."
Anastasia Kosta
"Great atmosphere food was excellent music perfect staff very friendly a romantic French place ! Perfect nite!..."
Clau L'Kehoe
"Amazing place, fantastic food & wine. Lovely staff. Cosy intimate setting. Have never had a bad meal. Highly..."
Tara Redmond
"One of the best places in Dublin ! Had a dinner of 3 courses and it was amazing..."
Viktorija Jovaisaite
"Gorgeous meal with three friends here last night. Atmosphere spot on, felt like we walked into a local French restaurant. Food for perfect. Steak all..."
Claire Quilty
"Lovely little basement restaurant with a Parisian feel to it. The crab tartlets are particularly..."
Carolyn Macdonnell
"Visited La Cave for the first time yesterday evening. What an experience. Meal was excellent . Staff was very friendly and helpful. Excellent..."
Anne Flynn
"Amazing selection of wines, tasty food and a warming..."
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Chez Max
Chez Max
80/100 (3374 ratings)
Restaurants
French
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
European
Seafood
European
Cafe
French
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Brunch
Baguette
Scallops
Creme Brulee
Duck
Quail
Croque Madame
Mussels
French onion soup
Steak Frites
Frog Legs
Tuna
Salmon
Beef Bourguignon
Snails
Cod
Lamb
Foie gras
Fish
Beef
Crème Brulée
Toasts
Escargot
Salad
Sit down
French
Seafood
Café
European
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
After-hours
Brunch
Dinner
Mid-range