Pichet

A memorable dining experience at Pichet! The food itself was impressive. Beautifully plated, packed with flavour. Each course was a delight, and it’s clear the kitchen takes pride in what they serve. The fries/ chips was amazing and one of the best fries I ever had in my life!!! Reservations are highly recommended as it was full house on the day we went. Pichet strikes the perfect balance between casual comfort and fine dining polish. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a special evening out in Dublin. Will definitely be back!

We were served by Niccolo (unsure of spelling), it was amazing. The food and service were flawless. I had made the mistake of ordering a dish with pork (which I can not eat) and they offered to remake it without a problem. Really worth the money as its a wonderful experience:)

My fiancée and I went here to celebrate our anniversary. It was a very nice place and the staff were very pleasant. I got flowers before I came and sat down, and one of the waiters asked me if I wanted some water and he gave me a jug of water for them, which was nice, a small gesture but appreciated. We got the Tomahawk Rib eye for 2. It was nice but it wasn't outstanding... I thought it was a bit too salty. The only complaint from my fiancée was that it didn't come with rice 😆 We both had the Gambas for starters...it was a little bit too salty but not too salty that you can't eat and finish it. It was flavourful, I have to say! Overall, it was expensive - €204 for 2 people (we had 2 Gambas, the Rib eye for 2, 1 cocktail, 1 glass of wine, 1 chocolate mousse & 1 tea). The restaurant got quite loud when it got quite busy and people starting talking. Restaurants can fix this issue easily by installing curtains, I don't know more restaurants don't do this.... Especially to cater for more neurodiverse audience. TL;DR Nice food but the Gambas & the Tomahawk Rib eye were a bit too salty; nice staff; expensive & quite loud

Great atmosphere, very relaxed but very professional. Excellent service, Nicolas (Italian server) welcomed us very well and advised us on wines and dishes, we discussed a little about his career and these experiences, which makes the experience even more friendly while remaining very professional. The dishes were excellent, cooking, temperature, presentation and proportions were completely controlled. I asked for a little attention for my partner who was celebrating her birthday that night, they did it with pleasure and without supplements. We enjoyed ourselves from start to finish, and the bottle of wine was perfectly matched to our dishes in addition to being excellent. If we return to Dublin I will go back to Pichet with great pleasure.

We celebrated a birthday at Pichet. The restaurant is located in a historic alley close to Trinity College. I'd recommend the set menu so you can try a little bit of everything. They have a very unique and frequently changing menu. The cocktail menu had unique options at a reasonable price. Though the food is expensive, it's an experience worth trying at least once!

Not enough words to describe how great my meal was. From starter to dessert everything was beyond delicious and faultless. Highly recommended: mussels, duck and lemon tart. Very courteous and attentive service. Top Notch ⭐️⭐️⭐️

This restaurant delivers a warm and welcoming experience, with friendly and attentive service that makes you feel well looked after from the moment you arrive. The atmosphere strikes a lovely balance between relaxed and refined for a modern brasserie. The menu presents a creative and thoughtful blend of classic French cuisine with Irish traditions and local produce. It’s a combination that feels both inventive and grounded, highlighting the best of both countries cuisines. While it is on the pricier side, the experience justifies the cost. Each dish was generously portioned, beautifully presented, and most importantly packed with excellent flavour. The kitchen clearly takes pride in quality and craft, and it shows in every dish. The duck was fantastic!

We went to Pichet for a birthday dinner. The ambiance was lovely and the food was fantastic. They had music in the background but not too loud. I especially enjoyed the roasted and stuffed sea bream, which was a unique dish with incredibly well-balanced flavors. The staff were also wonderful and provided great service throughout the evening.

A bit of a let down if I'm honest. I planned our trip to Dublin for our 27th Anniversary for months. Reservation and excitement building for months for Pichet. When we showed up, our table was one in the middle of the dining room surrounded by other tables and definitely not special. We showed up 15 minutes early so parked at the bar and ordered a few cocktails from the bar. I didn't want to be late since the instructions were clear. The bar was fine. Once we were escorted to our table I was so disappointed to be sat at a table in the middle of the dining room. I made our reservation early and added that it was our 27th anniversary so hoped for a decent table and a little extra love but no. Good was good. To be fair the beef short rib appetizer and venison main were really tasty so the food didn't let the place down. Service was adequate. I didn't feel a need to order anything more so dessert wasn't on the agenda. So for me, yeah, food was good but not worth a second visit based on my overall experience. I appreciate it for what it is but it is nothing more special than the many places I've visited in Dublin. We're headed to Pickle tomorrow and hope That makes up Some of our letdown at Pichet. Not sure how it had the Michelin distinction. Especially not worth a visit on a special occasion. We were left with two sad jellies on a plate. Hmmm.

I am always so skeptical of result nice places like this but I have to admit Pichet killed it. We had a reservation and they let us sit early which was honestly great because since it is kind of a coursed meal it took about 2 hours which was fine because we were happy to sit and chat. I ordered a delicious glass of red wine and the bread service came. Delicious and simple. For our appetizer, we got the scallops and salmon. The salmon was great and Smokey and the scallops I loved the hint of chorizo and so tender! For our main we all got different things but I got the fillet and this was just so tender. I was skeptical in portions but this meal was very filling. Everything you could tell was curated and the vibes of the restaurant and the staff just elevated that. We also shared the fried artichokes as a side which came with a great sauce. Of course we had to finish dessert and we really came for the Eaton mess which was just perfect. I had an Irish coffee to accompany it and the meal was finished. A worthy stop for an amazing culinary experience!

Delectable French bistro located near the heart of the city that's just far enough away from the crowds that you feel like you get some peace and quiet. Started with the Chablis that was refreshingly buttery and paired perfectly with all of the bites to come. Bread brought to the table reminded me of a milk bread challah and was exquisite. Appetizer was the hot smoked salmon with a fried hen egg - think NY lox meets avant garde michellin dining. For the main course the agnolotti and cauliflower were both ridiculously good. Definitely worthy of all the accolades they've received. Portions were large and satiating. Only knock I'd have is you may wait a while for food, but that's part of the experience at a bistro like this!

A fabulous stop for a special occasion dinner. We came here at the end of a few days in Dublin for a special occasion dinner. The wait staff was wonderfully accommodating of some allergies in our party and was really helpful picking out dishes that all of us could enjoy. The atmosphere was lively but not loud, a place you can go with older guests that still want to hear table conversation at a quiet volume. The pate was a standout as well as the carrot cake dessert, which was in sort of a deconstructed format and the Eaton mess which was refine version. Really though, you could pick just about anything on that menu and enjoy it. A lovely place for a special night out!

Really felt like home dining at Pichet this past fall. We made a last minute dinner reservation after passing by on a walking tour. Staff was very welcoming and greeted us immediately. The manager even stepped out to have a chat and check on us during our meal. Very quaint yet cozy dining room. The food was filling yet the portions were small enough that you could order multiple things off the menu. We took the waiter's recommendation and ordered the steak and orzo. Ireland has some of the best beef. Can never go wrong with a steak.

Service - 5 stars Ambiance - 5 stars Food - 3 stars Saw this on Michelin guide and thought it was a fantastic value. The beautiful decor and elements of the seating and wall decorations in three unique rooms were stunning. The attentive staff with different utensils and constant filling up of water was good. The starters were excellent - mussels being our favorite. Then when the entree came it was disappointing for us. The venson shoulder and duck breast for the main was complicated in flavors and texture. Not impressed but a very good value. The sides cauliflower and peppers were mixed in extra flavors that didn't make much sense to us. Perhaps we should have diversified our dishes and chose a fish or something else. Bread was delicious Btw we asked them for additional and they were kind enough to have given us a few more slices.

This was an incredible dining experience. Certainly Michelin worthy. We made a reservation online and were seated right away for dinner. They are very popular and reservation only so plan ahead. We tried the scallops for appetizer and I have to say they were the best scallops I have ever had. Beautiful plating and delicious sauces and garnishes. It was a very unique and refreshing way of preparing scallops. My husband doesn't like seafood typically but we were fighting over this dish. For entree my husband got steak with a side of cauliflower and I got the halibut. Everything was delicious. Service was perfect. We had drinks and water instantly replenished and plates cleared promptly. It was a very memorable dinner experience for our ten year anniversary, thank you!

Was looking for an incredible dining experience while in Dublin for my birthday. Pichet came highly recommended by a few people on reddit. I was super excited to dine at my first ever Michelin star restaurant, and the experience did not let me down. The restaurant was absolutely beautiful. The staff is all friendly and super attentive. And the food was incredible. Both the scallops and the duck were perfection. If you're looking for a high-end, unforgettable dining experience in Dublin, look no further!

Set in the heart of the city, Pichet leans heavily into its Michelin Bib Gourmand rating. Although physically in Dublin, everything about the place screams French bistro: the decor and ambience, the limited but tasteful cocktail menu and of course the menu offerings. One might easily find Pichet in Lyon or St. Étienne. And for the most part, it is a very well thought out menu. There is a variety of first course options, including several haute cuisine, old school dishes (e.g. beef tartare or roasted scallops). Some equally traditional mains appear (Barbary duck, roasted hake, lamb loin). They even offer a posset for dessert, something I have not seen in a restaurant of any quality for a long time. And in general, the food is very good. The ingredients are clearly well-sourced and the meals attractively plated. The serving sizes are just about right--not too minimal and not too much. Generally speaking, they do red meats slightly better than fish and fowl, but all are estimably edible. The wine list, while not huge, is also well-balanced, and they offer about 20 reds and whites by the glass. It leans heavily to France and Italy (as might be expected), but a variety of European, American and African vintages appear as well (Australasia is missing apart from one Marlborough). I was particularly heartened to see Napa Valley's Grgich Hills on the list. The only real negative came in the spacing between courses. It may be coincidence, but there seems to be a tendency in Irish eateries to serve appetizers fairly quickly, followed by a considerable lag time until the main course is served. In the case of our meal, it was over 45 minutes--long enough for me to inquire about the wait. That hiccough apart, our party was quite pleased with all our meals. It is perhaps slightly ironic that Pichet probably caters to visitors--indeed, it is in the heart of Dublin's most touristy center. In spite of that, the owners have not chosen to phone it in and have offered a genuine bistro experience at fairly reasonable prices. Recommended.

Had a fabulous meal here. Everything we ordered was outstanding...scallops, watermelon salad, cod and the pasta were delish! of note, the fish was hot and not overdone which is not something that happens often. service was friendly and efficient. very cute bistro like atmosphere. Highly recommend!

Amazing dining experience at Pichet! Just had an absolutely amazing experience at this restaurant. Food was delicious and staff were extremely friendly. Of course, the side dish provided as a compliment of the chef was a cherry on top! Thank you, wonderful Pichet team!

really good! walked in on a busy saturday night waited 25 mins and got a pint at the pub! had amazing service and would absolutely come here again!! the pasta dish was amazing. great vibe.

I feel Pichet was the pinnacle of fine dining in Dublin. From the first moment we stepped in, I had a good feeling. The decor and vibe of the place almost made it seem like we weren't in Dublin anymore. It wasn't super gaudy but it still had this perfect balance of royalty and homeyness. When we ate dinner this night I'm pretty sure we walked to the restaurant so I'm not sure of the parking situation. I don't think theres street parking since its in a part of the Temple Bar area thats really just meant to walk to. I definitely would check for the nearest parking garage. As for our meal, we started off with some cocktails. I got the Rum Punch to start and I really enjoyed it. It wasn't a super burst of fruit like I am used to. I tasted the rum but also got those pineapple and passionfruit flavors on the end. It also had more frothiness to it than the cocktail normally has due to the egg white which was fun. That's why I love sours after all. For food they had a Tomahawk Steak special for 2. Now let me first say, if you see this as a special and you haven't tried it, I highly recommend you do. This was easily one of my favorite meals on my Ireland trip. The steak was amazing just on it's own but the the 3 sauces it came with was icing on the cake. My favorite one was the peppercorn sauce. It was so rich, and peppery but it also was a little thick like a gravy. It's something that you don't really see on a menu from where I live in California. Most you would have is an Au Jus with some horseradish sauce for a Prime Rib. Most other steaks you eat alone unless it comes with wine reduction of some sort. So it was extremely fun to try something new and fall in love with it. Literally everything we had was good. I hate corn and I actually liked the corn soup. Like...how is this possible man? Oh. We also did order wine with our meal but I couldn't remember if I tried. It was that good...What we did was just have our server recommended one and that's what I would recommend for you too. The people working here aren't just a friendly face. They are very knowledgeable on food so if you run into any crossroads definitely pick their brain. But man that peppercorn sauce...No other sauce came close to the one I had at Pichet. I want to try and perfect this at home now...

I had a lamb dish with warm goat, cheese, and asparagus. The lamb was cooked to perfection was still pink inside. It was so tender! It was cut into four pieces and each pieces actually had a slightly different texture. The goat cheese was incredible with this dish. It was basically melted. The bread was light and bouncy. Yum! Ambiance is dim lit and perfect for date night. I was able to walk in on a Thursday and snag the last table available, so I recommend making a reservation in advance. My server was sweet and friendly and even the bartenders checked in to ask how my experience was. I wish I had room in my belly to try starters and dessert. Next time! Definitely worth if the Michelin bib.

Got very lucky with a walk in here. 2020 michelin star restaurant in the city center. The staff were all friendly and very helpful. Open kitchen concept near the dining area. The short rib starter was absolutely amazing. Wish we just ordered multiple dishes of this for our main meal! Comes with these creamy pasta shells. A la Lamb dish came with an interesting compressed layered potato, artichoke, and some other ingredients that I probably can't pronounce. The sides were amazing. Triple fried potato cakes and the best broccoli I've ever had. Don't forget dessert, the key lime pie blew our minds. Book a reservation here when you're in Dublin!

Had to pivot my dinner plans due to an unexpected change in another restaurant's hours - luckily had researched this place and popped in as a quick swap. It seems that they use their front room for walk-ins versus the back main dining area is for reservations, etc. Overall everything was good - lamb dish was probably the highlight

I've been to Ireland about 5 times now and every time I visit this restaurant is always my first choice. I've been to many restaurants in Ireland and this is by far my favorite. The service is absolutely phenomenal, shout out to Dominic for always taking care of us. One thing I love about this restaurant is, they're always switching up the specials. We've had many things from monkfish, tomahawk steak, venison, pork shoulder and many more. The chef is always great at every meal, and they get fresh cuts of meat or seafood in all the time. Nothing is ever frozen and prepared fresh daily. Pichet it's a little bit more on the pricey side, but it's worth every penny, or if you're going to celebrate. I do recommend at least getting an appetizer or two, a main dish, side, and dessert. Lastly, you will have to make a reservation a couple weeks in advance because they do book up. This restaurant will not disappoint you, I've added pictures from our visits on multiple occasions

I'm so thankful for recommendations from those that serve the hospitality industry. This place has the ambiance, good food, and perfect service (you'll never have to ask for anything). Reservations are a must as the location is a little intimate. If you're a large group you should 100% call ahead of time. My husband got the foie gras terrine and I got the mussels (not pictured). It was spectacular.

My friend and I had a great time at Pichet. I must admit I was a bit skeptical while looking at their posted menu, because I am not only vegetarian but also gluten intolerant. Usually this means that my options are very limited, but after talking with the maitre d we were assured that accommodations could be made. Ante was our waiter that day, and he was wonderful with his recommendations and service. Our drinks were amazing as well and came very quickly after we ordered. As a gluten intolerant vegetarian I was able to have: -Gordal olives marinated in orange -Mushroom risotto -Butternut squash soup with gluten free bread -Cauliflower with miso butter (phenomenal, highly recommend) -Berry sorbet

It was my best meal in Dublin. Started off with a few appetizers and they were pretty good. They had a special with mushrooms on top of some type of bread and it was excellent. Had roasted cauliflower with nuts on it as a side and I thought it was prepared excellent. I had gnocchi which was very good. Pillowy and a little crispy on the outside. Definitely recommend. Wife had some lamb which was ridiculous. Service was very good. Ambience was a little loud due to a table nearby. It is not a very big place.

I would give this place 6 stars. Our server Andree? Was awesome. Service spectacular. Started out with the olives, which were amazing. Wife had the fish and I had the Lamb Chops. Wife said it was the best fish we had on our 10 day trip. My Lamb was perfectly cooked.The roasted cauliflower was the BEST we have ever had in our life. They could make a completely new restaurant that only served that and it would be a hit. Roasted with some light sauce and hazelnuts!! It was insane. Never had anything close to that good. Had a Bordeaux and it was decanted and had great Reidel glasses.Prices were reasonable for an older Bordeaux. They even had Ridge Zinfandel there (our favorite). Did I mention the service was awesome. Great to go to a real Michelin star restaurant and it exceeded our expectations. The service was just simply awesome. You could tell he loved his job and the people he was serving. We did not feel rushed at all. This restaurant was easily on of the finest restaurants in all of Dublin. We walked by near lunch and when I walked in the manager was there, he was so nice and took our reservations. I hear it is hard to get into too. Could not have been better. We will be back.

I'm not sure how this place is Michelin recommended. The interior is nothing special and the food was subpar for a place that is supposed to be upscale and good. Service was fine until we said we didn't want dessert and then were asked if we were sure multiple times. Yes, just the check so we can leave.

Went to this restaurant friendly at first very welcoming. One drink each and olives for starter but a family emergency came unsuspected and we had to leave staff became very rushy and tried to make us pay for food that wasn't even cooked yet. We had made them aware we had to leave for emergency but still tried to make us pay for wat we hadn't ate . Very unprofessional won't be goin back.

Dublin is a very international city and so there is no shortage of food. I had walked by Pichet multiple times before deciding to dine-in as I was in search for dinner. There are days where I just simply cannot decide on what to eat, and every restaurant I had walked by advertised their pre-fix options. I was hungry and tired of walking, and best part was that my hotel was only a ten minute away, and so Pichet it was. I was greeted by a friendly host as I entered the restaurant and was asked if I have a reservation. I asked if I was able to dine-in, and was seated shortly after confirming with the manager that a table was available. The manager was gracious by allowing me to dine-in with a one hour and thirty minute window, which was more than enough time for me to grab a quick dinner. I loved the clean, modern, warm, and elegant interior. A friendly waiter assisted with taking my order and I decided on their two course pre-fix special. 1) Salad of golden beets, figs and burratta; this was absolutely delicious and all of the ingredients paired so well each other. Honestly I would have been happy with two more dishes of the same salad and call it a night. 2) Short Rib; I loved the tender melt in your mouth beef short rib, horseradish croquette was something I have not had and enjoyed, and the sauce brimming with umami made the dish absolutely amazing. 3) Broccoli; this was technically a side on its own cooked in butter, garlic and topped with crushed almonds. I love broccoli and this was a perfect vegetable dish to accompany my meat dish. I do not regret having my last meal in Dublin at Pichet and will definitely dine here again in the future.

Best meal and experience in Ireland. Outstanding service, quality, and flavor. The chef was on point with Tomohawk steak, and drinks were cold and constant. The quality is what all restaurants should strive for. Amazing restaurant and management!

French restaurant hidden near Trinity College should be added to your next Ireland visit. Open kitchen layout and close seating makes this place so peaceful and upscale. Immediate welcomes and greeting from staff upon entry when we walked in during our Hop on Hop off tour of Dublin. We felt underdressed at first but realized the environment was welcoming regardless. We had just missed the lunch special deal (3 courses for €28) so we went for traditional dishes. We ordered the chef special, Lamb Cutlets which was cooked to a perfect medium and so tender and flavorful. We definitely ate them to the bone. We also ordered the pork belly with charred cabbage. I've never had a pork belly until Pichet and WOW. The meat was succulent and the fat from the belly just melts in your mouth like a sweet caramel. The cabbage was a great texture and compliment to the meal. When we left, everyone gave a pleasant farewell and thanked us for dining in. That was so sweet because although we had one server, they all stopped to thank us when we left. Our bill was steep but well worth it's money for the decadent and style of cooking.

Easily one of the best meals I've ever had. The hake had the crispiest skin and it's a dish I'll be thinking about for a long time. The staff and vibe of the restaurant is top notch. Book a table and enjoy a perfect meal - I know I did!

Great resturaunt! Lovely staff that was friendly and helpful. Nestled on a delightful corner in Dublin. Food was exceptional across the board. Almonds to start had an awesome smokey seasoning. White pudding app was incredible - you could cut the sausage like butter and the egg was perfectly crispy. Salmon main course was great. But i would say the highlights were the seabream special and the mushroom risotto. Both were exceptional

Don't miss out on the best fine dining and service in Dublin! My dining experience at Pichet was one for the books! I was in Dublin for New Year's 2023 and had a reservation for earlier in the evening. The meal, friendly and professional service was top notch. The menu selections were well appointed to meet the needs of any dietary restrictions without skimping on the flavor and plating that you would expect in a 5 star dining experience. The wine list was well appointed and a pleasing match for any menu item. The dining and management team were incredible and made my experience so memorable we came back at midnight to ring in the New Year at the bar. Marco, the restaurant manager and Harry Quinn (Executive Chef) were both professional and humble. My best friend and I thoroughly appreciated the personal service provided by them both despite being busy. In addition, we loved Pichet so much we came back our last night in Dublin to enjoy the dining experience again! Pichet is a MUST GO to when in Dublin. Must try menu items: Risotto of Hen of the Woods Mushroom Risotto, Slow Cooked Short Rib with Pasta Starter (still drooling), Filet of Grass Fed Beef (this restaurant knows their way around quality beef selection and preparation), Charred Tender stem Broccolini with Ceasar dressing (a sophisticated and modern version of ceasar salad)...no menu item will disappoint! Thank you again to Chef Harry Quinn, Marco and the entire Pichet team for making my Dublin dining experience one of the best in my culinary adventures! I will be back soon!

Our dinner tonight was absolutely outstanding at Pichet! From the attentive, but not intrusive service, to the wine recommendation and our delicious meal, everything was delicious and simply divine. My husband had the halibut and I had the Iberian pork. Both were seasoned to perfection and didn't need any extra help. The roasted cauliflower was a wonderful accompaniment. This has been the best dinner we've had in Dublin during the past week (we've dined at several Michelin starred places) and we hope to dine at Pichet again before we leave next week.

This place deserves to be ranked a lot higher than some of the other Yelp reviewed places in the area. Great atmosphere and warm service. Phenomenonal food! Had the monkfish and shortrib, both were cooked perfectly. What a nice surprise! Yesterday, I went to a higher ranked restaurant on Yelp for dinner and thought, "well if this is the best this city has to offer then I don't need to come back ever." Glad I stumbled across of this restaurant!

Amazing dinner at Pichet during our trip to Dublin! For a Michelin star restaurant it was worth every penny. The environment was romantic and comfortable and their service was great. We had a asparagus appetizer that I sadly can not remember the name of but it was wonderful. My halibut was one of the best fish dishes I have ever had! My husbands lamb was so tender and fresh you can tell they use quaility meat. Their cocktails sweet and refreshing! If I ever find myself lucky enough to back in Dublin I will be paying this place a visit again!

Ambra Whiskey Sour, Old Fashioned, sinful Rhubarb tri-layered cocktail- amazing Barmen! Michelin rated restaurant that you must visit in Dublin. Steak Tartare with thick buttery toasted Irish white bread and quail eggs, crab salad and clams with pickled veg & wasabi creme, puff pastry mushroom tart with egg yolk and gruyere. Highly recommend!!!

This was honestly the best meal of our trip so far. Every single dish had rich, deep flavors. The short rib was sublime, meat as tender as can be with a bright green sauce beneath and some grilled onions to add some texture and balance. It's a massive piece of short rib and will almost surely fill you up after a piece or two of bread and olive oil. The gnocchi was also just incredible, so fluffy with a savory sauce that wasn't overbearing nor heavy. Thank you big gourmand!

Loved every second from the minute we walked in. Ian greeted us and we didn't have a reservation but it was early, around 5:40 pm, so they could take us right away. Food was amazing. Very flavorful and beautiful presentation. I usually don't get desert but the early bird special was a great deal! My husband enjoyed a glass of cigar old fashion as his dessert and we are still talking about. Go and enjoy. You won't be disappointed.

This restaurant has a nice ambience. My boyfriend and I came here on a busy Friday night. At the bar, I had a nice mojito ginger cocktail. The starters were very good. We got the crab (delicious) and the Foie Gras. I would say those were the stand outs of our meal. For mains we ordered the Pork special and the Flat iron steak. They were very good, but just not as memorable as we would have liked. Also, they didnt have ketchup! Ah. Our favorite with fries. We had a pleasant evening all in all. Thank you.

We were lucky to walk past Pichet and get an available table. The fish special was amazing. The wine was great. The dessert was *chef's kiss*

My friend and I stumbled into Pichet for lunch before seeing a movie. We has passed the place earlier and thought it was adorable. We both got the two course lunch. I started with a soup, I believe it was a butternut squash soup with pesto. It was lovely. I think this was the highlight of the meal My friend had the beet salad which she also enjoyed. For my main, I had the short rib which was pretty good. My friend got a fish dish which she enjoyed. I also ordered a drink which wasn't very well balanced but good enough to drink. The service was good. Our waiter was clearly overstretched but didn't appear frazzled - kudos!

Passion Fruit Mix Drink (5 NOMs) Get passionate about drinking from our new favorite French restaurant. We are in Ireland, after all, there should be lots more drinking than usual. We asked the waiter for something very sweet and so he recommended this beauty. Not sure I can even drink this piece of art. We finally broke down and tried a bit and then some more until we realized we are drinking the whole thing. very fruity and very sweet drink which is perfect for those of us with a sweet tooth. Pea & Leek Risotto (5 NOMs) You are about to have risotto like any you've ever tried before. This was a pure accident kind of a place, we had to stop here because we got totally soaked in yet another rain and needed a place to dry off, get a few drinks and some snacks. We are big fans of poached eggs and we just had to try it when we saw an appetizer with one. This was flavor mesmerizing with a combination of perfectly poached egg and soft risotto. The texture alone made this excellent dish. We enjoyed this as part of their 3-course meal for €25 ($26) which was totally a worth and amazing deal. Pork Fillet (5 NOMs) Just look at this dish, presentation alone would make you fall in love with it. Pork fillets were prepared and seasoned perfectly. Plus the brown sauce added a nice and pinch of strong flavor to excite your taste buds even more. Went great with roasted vegetables, lentils and bacon cream. This is the kind of dish you enjoy slowly and a little bit of everything in every bite to savor it all. Similar to appetizer this dish was a bit small, but yet delivered big on flavor and enjoyment. Not veery dish must be giant and food coma inducing. Leaves more space for dessert. We enjoyed this as part of their 3-course meal for €25 ($26) which was totally a worth and amazing deal. Mascarpone Mousse (4 NOMs) Complete your French-Italian lunch with a tasty from one of our favorite restaurants in Dublin. This French restaurant makes some great Italian dishes. Always great to see multiple different cuisines inspire and compliment each other. We just had to have some dessert especially after we had such a great appetizer, entree, and a drink. Ah, this Italian cream cheese dessert is so soft and light it will just melt in your mouth. As mascarpone is not as sweet which is balanced out by the caramel, chocolate ice cream, fruits, and few other sweetness goodies. Lots of tasty things came together in this one dessert. So make sure to enjoy little but of everything in one go. Plus comes with a layer of chocolate mousse on top. This is a little sweetness of joy.

Amazing. Simply amazing. We came here for my birthday dinner after seeing it on the Bib Gourmand list. Reservations are a must, as it fills up quickly. It's a nice restaurant, but not overly formal, which is refreshing. The cocktail menu was superb - lots of creative cocktails and a decent wine list as well. The food was delicious. We split the tuna sashimi appetizer which may have been the best bite of the night. Really good avocado and cilantro cream. The braised short rib was flavorful and tender. The wasabi cream was a great accompaniment, as was the grilled cabbage salad (great bacon in Ireland). I had the cod on a bed of grilled corn, almonds, and more of the avocado cream. It was perfectly cooked, with a crispy skin. We split the spring garlic colcannon, which tasted like it was 50% butter - delicious! For dessert, we had a pavlova with lemon curd and fresh cream and the night was complete. Really good and I highly recommend to anyone in the Temple Bar area!

Pros The gnocchi was superb. Atmosphere was lovely. Servers were all friendly. Interesting specials. Cons The short ribs were way too dry and tasteless. The wait for our starters and then our entrees...and then our check...and then payment...were each very long. The kitchen seems unable to serve less than a full restaurant without a significant delay. Apparently this was due to two large groups... maybe an off night for the cooks? Special that I wanted was sold out. Overall It was dinner. Wouldn't go back.

Have eaten here a couple of times in the past six months once with my wife and friends, the other a work dinner. On both occasions I've found the food to be super: nicely presented, fresh & flavoursome. Their steaks are spot on beautifully tender beef as is their duck. The wine list is comprehensive however on both occasions they didn't have the wine in their list of first choice (maybe bad luck or just coincidence it happened to me on both occasions). Staff are helpful and friendly. One thing to note is it can get quite noisy in the restaurant when it's full as the ceiling height is low!

There doesn't seem to be much new to write about Pichet - most previous reviewers seem to have hit the nail on the head with it, but throw my hat in the ring I shall! Decided to avail of the Early Bird menu yesterday to celebrate my mother's birthday, and we had a truly lovely evening. You can get two courses for €22, or three for €27, so if you want to experience the quality of this restaurant without the usual price tag, get in there early! I had the pea and fennel soup to start which was creamy and flavoursome, then the lamb and mash with tomato and and capers for main - the lamb was succulent and not too fatty, literally melted in my mouth, and the cookies and cream for desert - vanilla icecream with macaroon-like cookies surrounding a delicate vanilla mousse. The food was truly spectacular. I would give this place a 4.5 stars if I could, however as I can't, and I'm not comfortable with awarding a 5 star rating, I shall go with 4. The main reason for this would be the service which wasn't quite on point. Despite being very lovely, the staff were a little distant and not as warm as you would like. Also, we never received any bread on the table, and the coffee came out after the desert instead of with it as requested. Minor details, but details all the same!

Pichet would fit in well on Peter D's 'best bread baskets' list. No, I'm not kidding. Check it out: http://bit.ly/kAbPIO In fact, one server came by to see if we were done with our bread, to which I may or may not have shot lasers out of my eyes toward him; he half-jokingly (but seriously...) quipped, 'It seems to cause people pain when we take them away.' Yes. Yes, it does. Leave that crispy-on-the-outside-yet-fluffy-on-the-inside steamy fresh deliciousness with me. Or I might start brandishing my butter knife at someone. Also, once inside the cosy, not-quite-cramped dining room, we were fortunate enough to obtain arguably the best seats in the house: immediately outside of the open kitchen. I could watch chefs work all day long - throwing various and sundry ingredients into pots and pans, ladling tantalising foodstuffs onto plates and bowls... my mouth is watering just recalling the sights and smells. I recall it being quite warm inside - even with the windows open to the fresh evening air - so dress appropriately (read: layers). And of course, what good would it be to share about Pichet without mentioning the food? Not feeling exceptionally hungry, I had the pork belly with a side of mixed greens. Have you ever had a salad where every single leaf of lettuce seemed to be hand-selected? One where every single bite was crisp zesty? When the dressing is so exceptionally tossed that there's not a single flawless moment of rabbit-food ecstasy? Yeah. This is worth your €3.50. The pork belly was almost so artistically presented I was nearly loath* to touch it. The scent of crispy, fatty, savoury, delectable oinker was enough to overcome my hesitation. Again, the dish exceeded my expectations, with crunchy skin that a simple table knife was able to penetrate, and utterly moist meat hiding beneath. Unless you're feeling ravenous, a main and a side should fill you right up - I'm an eater, and I was thoroughly satisfied with my portions. I do wish that both of their draught beers hadn't run out earlier, but I suppose that speaks to the Irish condition. You're not that far from The Long Hall, which is likely to have a better pint anyhow. And the only other moment of confusion was when we realised our bottle of wine was mistakenly left off the bill. Being the upstanding citizens we are, we made mention of it to the server for a prompt correction (although I wouldn't have been sad if they'd omitted it). Still, fair's fair. While I can't say that Pichet is an amazing deal, I wholly believe that you'll get your full money's value out of a meal here. What're you waiting for - make a booking! -- * I totally -just- learned the difference between 'loath' and 'loathe'. Who knew they weren't interchangeable?!

Pichet remains one of the great foodie restaurants in Dublin. This French brassiere food is really top-notch. They're currently offering a crispy Lamb starter that is melt in your mouth good---slow roasted and unbelievably tender. The creme brulee and tarte tatin are must try desserts---the later is served in its own mini sauce pan. Excellent high-end yet not too pretentious food;) Only real negative (and why this is 4 stars and not 5)---the acoustics of the back dining room are horrible! It was extremely loud, so hard to hear my friends---and there were only 3 of us!

Amazing place for a brunch or a dinner. Portions are big and the atmosphere great. Try the hen eggs with the black pudding, peas and tartare sauce !

Upon arriving to Dublin, we headed straight to Pichet for lunch as we knew it might be our only chance of getting a meal here at this Michelin starred restaurant. I ordered the Crowe's Pork with Butternut Squash Barley Risotto. The pork was cooked perfectly, but the barley risotto stole the show. It wasn't rich and heavy with cream and cheese like typical risottos, but flavorful and light. It tasted like the barley was cooked in a butternut squash stock or puree, it was SO DELICIOUS!

My partner and I went to Pichet for dinner on a whim, and overall, this restaurant is very expensive and it didn't really impressed me. Apparently this is a hard table to get, but they are on OpenTable and I was able to call and get a table for later that night. Walking in, the vibe is pretty good, and it does have a feel of a Parisian bistro. The wine list is rather small, and the cocktail menu is very uninspired. It's just one sweet drink after another, and it was very odd that the first drink on their menu was a "porn star cocktail." Why would something called that be your signature drink? Seems random and ill-fitting. The food here is on the pricier side. Almost all their entrées are over €25. That's kind of a pet peeve I have with restaurants where you have a super small menu that's on a small piece paper yet everything is expensive. I'm here to try things out, and not invest in a restaurant concept that I've never been to before. The food was fine, but nothing was very memorable here. The seabream was probably the best dish. Service was spotty, and definitely did not fit the high prices here. Overall, I have high expectations coming into here Pichet because I'd read such good things on the Internet about it, but it didn't live up to them.

We came here for late lunch on a Saturday, so availed of their set lunch menu (which, incidentally, is identical to their pre-theatre menu). At €20 for 2 courses, it's a solid value. Between us, we tried the pea soup with goat's cheese and smoked haddock beignets to start. The soup was delicious - the goat's cheese was a nice tangy creamy touch against the sweetness of the peas. The smoked haddock beignets were also fine. They were essentially potato and haddock cakes/croquettes... I'm not sure I got the "beignet" reference, as a beignet is more of a doughnut and there was nothing resembling that. For our mains, we had the salmon with fennel risotto and the chicken pie. Both dishes were quite good, but I thought the salmon was a touch underdone in the centre as it was completely translucent. I would have sent it back, but I hate overcooked salmon and didn't want to risk that in having them throw it back into the oven so just ate around it. The roasted fennel in the risotto was really nice, though. The service could have been warmer and the place had a very touristy vibe when we were there. I liked my meal enough to try them again for dinner to see if they can blow me away next time.