Chapter One Restaurant Review

What an amazing experience!! From the moment we walked down the stairs and were escorted through the door to meet the maitre d', we felt like we had entered a welcoming and comfortable space. We were greeting with a story and guided to a perfect table for two. The food was prepared with the skill of any of today's top chefs. I have a dairy allergy and each of the four courses was carefully crafted to retain the integrity of the dish while eliminating dairy. Dessert was amazing. All of the listed items contained dairy. The chef created a new dessert with elements that he prepared on the spot. One of the waiters saw it and asked "What's that?" This was a fabulous meal and an experience that I will not forget. Thank you, Chapter one!!!

Went for a pre theater. And whilst I understand that this places a time constraint on the table, service was abysmally slow, apparently just for our table. The table next to ours, who ordered less than a minute before us had finished their starter as we were offered bread. We were presented with the bill just after dessert was served, asked to pay twice, (The second time after I had already paid, ) and the table cleared down whilst we were still eating, they tried to take wine glasses whilst there was still wine to be drunk. I felt very unwelcome. I was so mortified about how we were treated that I couldn't even complain at the time. I just wanted to leave as quickly and quietly as possible. Food was good, but only just fairly good. Not 200 quid for an early bird dinner good. It's taken two weeks before I wrote this. I still have a sour taste in my mouth from the experience. I've been to all of the other Michelin starred restaurants in Dublin and this was the only one I felt like I was an inconvenience to the staff. Would not return.

Easily one of Dublin's best restaurants. The food is exquisite, the presentation is beautiful. It has a lovely atmosphere. We enjoyed everything. The waiters are lovely and friendly. The sommelier was very helpful in choosing a wine. The chef, Ross Lewis is both a lovely person and a huge talent.

Really nice, but go for the creative dishes as the more regular ones are not that impressive.

Everybody should go to the restaurant. That's Definitely best lunch in Dublin after I tried dozens of restaurant. Whatever the price for Michelin one star restaurant or the service. Everything is perfect!!! That would be my last meal in Dublin and no regrets!

Fantastic food. The chef took his time to elaborate about the food and was friendly enough to invite us in the kitchen. Highly recommended.

We enjoyed a tasting menu with wine pairings, and Irish coffee prepared tableside, and everything was perfect. Great place for a special occasion, and good for vegetarians.

Eat here over the weekend and had an amazing experience. Great food and exceptional service. Looking forward to returning.

A lovely experience. The food was amazing and the waiting staff exceptionally friendly and knowledgeable. Only one issue we seemed to be tucked away in an almost cavern type setting, a little bit claustrophobic but did not diminish the occasion.

Was a perfect dining experience, a must do in Dublin

Mediocre food, slow and inattentive service. Don t bother.

Wonderful food. Service was rescued after a poor start.

Back again for lunch today and the service, the food and the staff are outstanding. Seriously good experience. Unbeatable for the price you pay. We were in Patrick Guilbauds two weeks ago and their experience doesn't compare. We are booked again for the end of September. If you haven't been, get there. They are on top of their game.

The food and service were exceptionally high quality. We really enjoyed our meal , will go back soon

Excellent lunch. Great service and Paris Brest desert capped it all.

Great food in a lovely atmosphere. Top class place for a celebration lunch.

I was not impressed with food for a Micheline star restaurant. We have chosen tasting menu, it was tasty which is expected for restaurant like this, but there was nothing that caused the wow effect for me. We have taken the wine pairing and wines were perfectly paired with the dishes. Interior design of the restaurant was beautiful, but I was really surprised with the bathroom looking so bad.

Absolutely wonderful experience. The stellar reputation Chapter One has is very, very well deserved.

Super warm welcome, explanations and advice on an inventive and delicious cuisine by a staff of different horizons.

What an amazing introduction to Dublin! The staff were extremely friendly, attentive, welcoming and so professional. The food exceeded expectations and the whole experience was fabulous. So wish we could do this more often. The tour of the kitchen was an unexpected treat - we loved it - Thank you so much.

Fantastic meal! Service was extremely good with everything you would expect from a restaurant with such a good reputation. Food was beautifully and perfectly prepared. The beef in particular was perfectly cooked and the dessert was simple amazing. Highly recommend this place.

Service was excellent from the moment we were greeted on the way in the door to having a taxi hailed down for us.

The food was top class also, it was the first time I have tasted Halibut and it was really good.

I couldn't recommend this place enough

The finest dining in Dublin without exception. Expensive but so worth every penny. I'll be back!!

Had a great experience there. The service is great. Friendly staff. The wine choices are excellent. The food is lovely but NOT WOW.

Liked the startets. Mains and dessert were mediucure

Excellent michellan dinning experience. Food and service is exceptional

Very nice and good experience with an agreement of quality wines and the staff at the least .MERCI

Very very good food, definitely worth the star. The sommelier is great because it is deeply relaxed, honest and direct. The kitchen was moving very quickly, we asked to slow down a bit after the second course. Wasn't a problem, the rest of the menu came at a comfortable pace.

We ate at this spectacular restaurant on our trip to Dublin. It is fantastic with very attentive staff. We had the three course dinner. I had a starter called crab and crab - - I came up with this recipe as a scallop wrapped in a crispy pastry - - which was outstanding. The Irish crab is some of the best I've ever seen. I had the lamb as a main course and it was excellent. Others in our party had duck and fish. The wine list is extensive and interesting; we opted for a South African red, which was excellent. The staff are very helpful and 210. In short a delicious meal at a very special restaurant.
Highest recommendation!

Chef's table Xmas lunch, great experience and awesome food!

One of the best restaurants in Dublin ... had a world class meal here. It is so much more than a meal, it is a dining experience. The food is phenomenal, and the waitstaff is knowledgable and attentive. If you're looking for a knock out dinner, definitely come here when you're in Dublin.

This has been a regular haunt for special occasions over the past year and it's definitely one of my favourite places! If there was a 6th start, it would be for Chapter One! Ha well, almost.

Too expensive for what you get in my opinion. Pretty much any of the other choices in Dublin at this price point have better food and ambiance.

My wife and I spent a very enjoyable valentine's night here. As expected the food was of the highest quality with a blend of exciting flavours and textures. The best of all for us the warmth of the welcome and how the staff attended to our every need

Super food, service and atmosphere, cant wait to go back sooner rather than later.

Great meal, the pre theatre menu was delicious. The service was outstanding

Would highly recommend to anyone who can get a booking

Really perfect experience at the chef's table near the kitchen. A really striking menu and brilliant matching wines with a real care about service. Friendly and fun. Too bad a cocktail is 15!

So I have been undecided for a while what is the best restaurant in Dublin - well have now landed on Chapter One. Food was outstanding, which I think one comes to expect with Michelin Star Status. Ambiance and setting excellent, but what sets this place apart is the staff and their attentiveness. Not an ounce of the pretentiousness that one can come across at some of the fine dining in Dublin. Well run, fantastic setting, delicious food, unrivalled service! I don't do reviews very often, but was compelled to share this one!

Liked it here. The dining room strikes a nice balance between traditional and modern. It feels luxurious but not stuffy. Staff are warm and sociable in a way you don t usually get in high-end restaurants. We went for the pre-theatre menu it was good, but not outstanding. Starter of ravioli were delicious: incredibly fine pasta and rich, mellow cheese. The main course of venison was well cooked but lacking a bit of excitement. Dessert of milk and honey textures was slightly bland, for all the skill and processes involved.

Chapter one has provided one of the best dining experiences that I have had in a long time. The staff are so professional and courteous. The food was out of this world, if the duck is on the menu please try it and the Irish whiskey is worth it for the experience of the team making it alone. It is worth every cent

Back in Dublin

Belated shout out to an excellent restaurant never fails to offer fine dinning at its best

I've been here for lunch. Great service and awesome food.

Always friendly and attentive staff. Wine is expensive but food always top quality.

Went here with my partner for a pre theatre - service was good but the food was pretty bad. I have to say this is probably ( by far) the worst Michelin star restaurant I visited - either they don't keep the standard for pre theatre ( that would be a very annoying attitude) or the food is just not Michelin level

Our first time to eat in Chapter One, and we will definitely go back! We had the premium pre theatre menu, all four courses were exquisite, beautifully presented and served by very efficient servers. The serving of the different courses was nicely timed, not rushed. We would highly recommend the restaurant.

Absoluty great dinner!
Would recommend.

Fantastic experience that has to be fine art least once.

Michelin started restaurant in the middle of dublin

I went my partner for the first time. The staff are incredible and the food is impeccable.

Went there for my wedding anniversary. Very good food, bit expensive though.

The food and service at this restaurant is amazing. We went for an evening meal on Saturday 15th Feb 2020. It was the best meal ive had since i i dropped in to the planet 39 years ago.

The menu had a variety of dishes to cater for all tastes. The menu was laid out well and a somelier on was in hand for any questions on the wine list. The somelier made great suggestions on pairing wines to dishes.

You will bot leave the restaurant feeling hungry. After 4 courses over three and half hours we were stuffed!

I would highly recomend chapter 1 for a fine dining experience you will never forget. For an extra special experience order the Irish Coffee for after your desert. The service was faultless and the staff were not just professional but friendly as well.

Well done Chapter 1 !

Fantastic.....excellent service, absolutely beautiful food !! Well done everyone!

One star restaurant. Very very interesting. Anything is remarkably flavored in every course. You can remember what you had and remember chef's style.
Very good wine menu. My first choice in Dublin among starred restaurants.

Really exceptional food, presented exquisitely. Service is wonderful, explanations are given of each, glorious dish. A delightful experience. Chapter One lives up to, and exceeds, its terrific reputation. Well done, Ross & great team

Ok, so first a confession: I m a little bit biased about Chapter One, as my wife and I had our wedding dinner here... that said, I still rank this restaurant firmly in my top 3 dining experiences of all time. Ross and his team create phenomenal food- using Irish-sourced ingredients for the most part. Their Irish coffee is particularly good, with a super piece of theatre thrown in. Service is exceptional. To anyone visiting Dublin, this would hands down be my first suggestion on where to eat.

Had pre-theatre menu. Excellent food, wine and service. Fantastic value

We enjoyed a delicious Anniversary meal in this beautiful restaurant. The welcome, service, ambience and food were all exquisite. The very best food experience we have had in a long time. Thank you

Had a wonderful experience today. The food and service was excellent, for me to express that is something. Will defo return.