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Where Great Food Meets Great Company

Seasonal ingredients, thoughtful cooking, and a space designed for memorable moments. From casual lunches to celebratory dinners.

Today's Specials

Hand-picked favourites from our kitchen

Today's Fish

Today's Fish

29.00

Ask your server for today's catch – line-caught, market fresh

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Beef & Guinness Stew

Beef & Guinness Stew

18.00

Traditional Irish stew, creamy mash, soda bread

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Featured Dishes

Our most loved plates

Smoked Salmon & Dill Crème Fraîche

Smoked Salmon & Dill Crème Fraîche

12.50

House-smoked salmon with pickled cucumber and brown bread

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Heirloom Tomato & Burrata

Heirloom Tomato & Burrata

11.00

Seasonal tomatoes, Irish burrata, basil oil, sourdough croutons

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Pan-Roasted Duck Breast

Pan-Roasted Duck Breast

28.00

Confit leg croquette, plum jus, seasonal greens

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Our Story

The Oak & Ember started with a simple idea: create a place where locals could enjoy honest, well-crafted food in a warm, unpretentious setting. We opened our doors in 2019 and haven't looked back.

Opening Hours

  • MondayClosed
  • Tuesday – Thursday12:00 – 22:00
  • Friday – Saturday12:00 – 23:00
  • Sunday12:00 – 21:00

What Our Guests Say

Real reviews from real people

The duck breast was incredible – perfectly cooked and the plum jus was a revelation. The Oak & Ember has become our go-to for special occasions.

Sarah M.· January 2025

Great atmosphere and even better food. The sticky toffee pudding alone is worth the visit. Friendly staff and a real neighbourhood gem.

James K.· December 2024

We booked for a birthday dinner and everything was perfect – from the welcome to the wine recommendations. Can't wait to come back.

Emma L.· November 2024

Menu Highlights

A taste of what's on offer

Pan-Roasted Duck Breast

Pan-Roasted Duck Breast

28.00

Confit leg croquette, plum jus, seasonal greens

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Braised Lamb Shank

Braised Lamb Shank

26.00

Slow-cooked in red wine, rosemary mash, roasted root vegetables

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Pan-Fried Sea Bass

Pan-Fried Sea Bass

27.00

Crispy skin, charred fennel, lemon butter, new potatoes

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Wild Mushroom Risotto

Wild Mushroom Risotto

22.00

Arborio rice, truffle oil, parmesan, seasonal mushrooms

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A glimpse of The Oak & Ember

Restaurant interior
Plated dish
Open kitchen
Dining area
Dessert
Bar area

Find Us

42 Market Square, Dublin, County Dublin D02 XY45. We're located on Market Square, opposite the old town hall. Free parking available on Church Street (2 min walk).