Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Dublin 6

OpenTable

Updated 05 November 2026

Looking for the best special occasion restaurants in Dublin 6? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Host

4.9

4.9 (2141)

€31 to €50

Mediterranean

Ranelagh

About the restaurant

We currently take bookings for tables for the next 60 days. December bookings will also be treated as such.

We do not take bookings for larger than 6 people. The largest party on regular seating is 4 people.

Please note all tables of 6 or more will be required to eat off our Chefs Sharing Menu.

Mediterranean small plates, fresh pasta and quality cuts of meat where sharing is encouraged. The menu is concise and constantly changing.

Top review

Michael

Dined 2 days ago

excellent food great service what more to say !! the steak was done to perfection and the sides were great. nice wine menu too.

The Butcher Grill

4.8

4.8 (870)

€31 to €50

Steak

Ranelagh

About the restaurant

The Butcher Grill and Steakhouse is based at the heart of Ranelagh, which is one of Dublin's southern suburbs. Offering a menu filled with finest cuts of meat and fish from the best producers, grilled to perfection on our wood-smoked grill. The intimate atmosphere of our dining room, combined with personal and relaxed service, provides the perfect sitting in which to enjoy them.

Top review

Jackie

Dined 2 days ago

Wonderful experience of food & wonderful staff Thank you

Fuoco

4.8

4.8 (70)

€31 to €50

Contemporary Italian

Ranelagh

About the restaurant

Fuoco, an Italian, Mediterranean-inspired concept open in Ranelagh. Bringing a new premium concept of food to Dublin - an Italian inspired, Mediterranean style restaurant with a strong focus on fresh food, exceptional wine, and an atmospheric dining experience, Fuoco will offer something distinctively fresh to the neighbourhood. Fuoco comes to life, from chefs and managers to sommeliers and mixologists, all experts in their respective fields and a testament to the depth of bonds built over 14 years in the industry.

Top review

EleanorGold

Dined on 3 Nov 2026

10/10. Food was phenomenal, in particular the prawns, the lasagne skewer, pepperoni pizza.

Bijou Bistro

4.7

4.7 (1672)

€31 to €50

European

Rathgar

About the restaurant

Join us for a unique, intimate, stylish and lively time day or night.
We offer lunch/brunch and dinner Wednesday through to Sunday.
Great cocktails, superb wines, delicious food, stylish ambience, and smiling staff what more could you want.
Entirely hidden from the street, Bijou has an upstairs heated terrace, sheltered and with heaters. So joins us for brilliant outdoor dinning also.
Bijou is the perfect place for any all celebrations so if you are thinking of celebrating that birthday, christening, wedding or you just want a gang please give us a call to discuss options,
Just a couple of things to note:
All tables are booked for 1 hour and 45 minutes. After your allotted time we will require the table back. We do not take bookings for drinks only.
If you book an outdoor table your table will be outdoor unless, on the off chance, we have space inside at your chosen time.

Top review

Edel

Dined on 22 Oct 2026

Food & service excellent as ever. Highly recommend a visit

China Hunan 小湖南

4.7

4.7 (193)

€31 to €50

Chinese

Ranelagh

About the restaurant

Selected for the MICHELIN Guide Ireland 2026.

Welcome to China Hunan (小湖南), an authentic Chinese restaurant in the heart of Ranelagh, Dublin. Proudly selected for the MICHELIN Guide Ireland 2026, we bring the bold flavours of Hunan cuisine alongside authentic dishes from across China. From handcrafted Dim Sum and classic roast meats to signature Hunan specialities and Peking Duck, every dish reflects the skill and dedication of our chefs. With professional chefs from different regions of China, we stay true to traditional flavours and techniques, offering an authentic and memorable Chinese dining experience.

*Peking Duck requires at least 24 hours' advance booking, and it's subject to availability.

Top review

Claire

Dined 5 days ago

Fabulous food, great service. Chinese food that is that bit more special. I’d read and heard good things. It did not disappoint. Planning to go here for a while. I’ll certainly be back

Orwell Road

4.6

4.6 (871)

€31 to €50

Irish

Rathgar

About the restaurant

A modern Irish Neighbourhood Restaurant, serving seasonal local Irish ingredients.
Our respect for ingredients is a major part of how we work. We have worked long and hard to find some incredible suppliers, who have put their heart and soul into producing these ingredients.

Top review

JessicaGold

Dined on 3 Nov 2026

Had a lovely catch up with a friend here on Tuesday evening. We enjoyed the neighbourhood menu and the BYO Tuesday offer. Great service and food and we will be back - thank you!!

La Bodega

4.6

4.6 (166)

€30 and under

Spanish

Ranelagh

About the restaurant

La Bodega was born from our love for Spanish food and culture.

We fuse all of the flavours of the Mediterranean with the high quality local ingredients.

We are located on the main road through Ranelagh village. The interiors are inspired by traditional Spanish country design and feature classic art and ambient lighting. Stepping inside transports you to warm memories of holidays gone by. We look forward to welcoming you.

Top review

Leah

Dined 5 days ago

Always love coming here, great food & excellent service!

Discover more

Experience

Bottomless Afternoons

Excuse My French

4.6

4.6 (202)

€30 and under

French

Ranelagh

About the restaurant

Meet Sidjy and Colin—the heart and soul of Excuse My French, a cozy French restaurant just 15 minutes from Dublin city centre.

Sidjy, our head chef, brings the warmth and precision of French home cooking to every plate, while Colin, our sommelier, curates a wine list that celebrates the best of France’s vineyards.
Together, they invite you to slow down, savour, and reconnect over food that’s made with care.

Our menus evolve with the seasons and the mood—whether it’s a relaxed brunch, a vibrant lunch, or an intimate dinner, each dish is crafted in-house using fresh, local ingredients.

Pair your meal with a crisp Chablis, a bold Bordeaux, a signature cocktail, or simply a perfect espresso.

Excuse My French is where Dublin meets France—authentic, welcoming, and just around the corner.

Top review

john

Dined 5 days ago

Lovely restaurant, great vibe , fab food. French onion soup to die for

Discover more

Experience

Excuse My Tasting - A bit of Blind Tasting

Experience

Raclette and Beaujolais Nouveau Evening

Experience

Wine O’Clock

Lottie's

4.5

4.5 (824)

€31 to €50

Irish

Rathmines

About the restaurant

We are a friendly, neighbourhood brasserie-style restaurant proudly awarded the Michelin Bib Gourmand in both 2024 and 2025 serving modern European cuisine made with the finest seasonal Irish produce. Our boutique wine list and signature cocktails complement our signature dishes.

Our bar, "Upstairs at Lottie’s," is open at the weekend for the perfect pre-dinner cocktail or a relaxed drink on our comfortable couches after dinner. On the ground floor, our terrace offers inviting outdoor dining, and we also have private rooms available for hire.

On Sundays, Lottie’s is the perfect spot for a leisurely family lunch, complete with our roast specials served throughout the year.

We are also delighted to have been named a Diner’s Choice award winner for 2024 and to be featured in the Irish Times 100 Best Restaurants in Ireland in both 2023, 2024 and 2025. We look forward to welcoming you to Lottie’s and sharing our passion for great food, warm hospitality, and memorable dining experiences.

Top review

Leigh

Dined 4 days ago

Delicious food, great atmosphere, excellent service all at a very reasonable price. What’s not to like.?

Stella Cocktail Club

4.3

4.3 (1455)

€31 to €50

Cocktail Bar

Rathmines

About the restaurant

A beautiful art deco Cocktail bar located on the mezzanine level of Stella Rathmines. Once a bustling ballroom in the 1920s, it’s kept all of its old-world charms. The bar serves a full drinks menu that includes delectable, expertly made cocktails and a food menu of delicious lite bites and cinema favourites 7 days a week.

The cocktail menu takes inspiration from cinema and the films that feature on our big screen. Our original cocktails have been created with a focus on craft and homemade ingredients and the drinks reflect the personality and passion of our dedicated bar team.

Whether you want to sip a cocktail and enjoy a bite to eat before or after the movie or visit the Stella Cocktail Club as your sole destination, we have all the ingredients for a truly special experience.

Please note the Stella Cocktail Club exercises an over-21s policy.

Top review

Helen

Dined on 3 Nov 2026

Venue is beautiful and was warm and cosy. Food was very good, Great service from Aidan

Explore Diners' Choice best of Dublin 6

Explore more Diners' Choice lists