Fodor's Expert Review Dax

$$$ Merrion Square and Around French

When is a wine bar not just a wine bar? When it's also one of the city's most talked-about restaurants where you can drink or dine (tapas-style) at the bar, in the lush armchairs of the open-plan lounge, or in the more formal, restrained-modern dining room. The Roscoff onion tart is an adventurous starter, while the cold meat platter is a finger-lickin' little bar dish. The wine list is the envy of many a more expensive eatery, and with a couple of dozen wines poured by the glass you can dare to try something really special. There's a sister café in the same building with equally scrumptious offerings at a lower price point.

French Lunch Dinner $$$

Quick Facts

23 Pembroke St. Upper
Dublin, Co. Dublin  Dublin 2, Ireland

01-676–1494

dax.ie

Known For:
  • Impressive by-the-glass wines
  • Relaxed atmosphere
  • Great bar-food options
Restaurant Details:
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch Sat., Reservations essential

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