Variety Jones

Irish restaurant · Kilmainham

Variety Jones

Irish restaurant · Kilmainham

79 Thomas St, The Liberties, Dublin, D08 F2RN, Ireland

Highlights

Michelin-starred dining, fire-cooked dishes, artisanal wines, relaxed vibe

79 Thomas St, The Liberties, Dublin, D08 F2RN, Ireland Get directions

varietyjones.ie

@variety_jones

€100+ · Menu

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@eater

The 38 Best Restaurants in Dublin, Ireland | Eater

"After a fire paused a move to a shiny 30-seater premises next door to the original location of their Michelin-starred Variety Jones, brothers Aaron and Keelan Higgs are settled into their new premises. Head chef Keelan makes extensive use of live fire and a wood-burning oven. The tasting menu, which always includes a pasta dish, turns family style when it gets to larger courses of grilled fish and meat. Best for: A relaxed Michelin-star menu with a great wine list." - Corinna Hardgrave

https://www.eater.com/maps/best-dublin-restaurants-38

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@michelinguide

"You’ll find charming chef-owner Keelan Higgs working calmly in the open kitchen of this tiny restaurant. The long, narrow room has a funky style and the relaxed atmosphere is helped along by brother Aaron and the laid-back service team. Highly original yet unfussy dishes burst with freshness and flavour, and many are cooked over the open fire; Keelan loves this concept, as no two dishes will ever be exactly the same. The 6 course ‘Chef’s Choice’ menu is divided into Snacks, Cold, Warm, Pasta, Mains and Finish, and the monthly changing, mostly organic wine list is passionately compiled." - Michelin Inspector

https://guide.michelin.com/en/dublin/dublin/restaurant/variety-jones

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@michelinguide

2 Days in Dublin

"Variety Jones focuses on bold, unfussy flavours within a family-style dining concept. Dishes are often cooked over an open fire, and the homemade pasta is a standout. With simple décor, a lively buzz and charming service from Chef Keelan Higgs, his brother Aaron and their team, it’s the perfect destination for those who want Star quality with a relaxed vibe." - The MICHELIN Guide UK Editorial Team

https://guide.michelin.com/en/article/travel/2-days-in-dublin

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@afar

The Story Behind Ireland’s Teeling Whiskey - AFAR

"A Michelin-starred restaurant in the neighborhood that exemplifies the area's high-quality, artisanal dining scene." - AFAR

https://www.afar.com/magazine/why-you-should-level-up-your-st-patricks-day-celebration-with-teeling-whiskey

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@michelinguide

Michelin Guide 2020: The Republic of Ireland

"Tiny restaurant with a funky modern style, highly original dishes cooked over fire." - The MICHELIN Guide UK Editorial Team

https://guide.michelin.com/en/article/features/michelin-guide-2020-the-republic-of-ireland

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Eunju

Google

Variety Jones never disappoints. So happy to have the two signature dish - pasta and liver parfait with waffle again. Cherry brings up sourness and all the nice taste to it. Ah just amazing. It was better than last time which was 2-3 years ago. We loved all the dish but wasn’t sure about dandelion leaf in the main dish with lamb. Otherwise, good to be back in the new spot and some familiar faces. Wine pairing was really good as well so highly recommend.

Camila Machado

Google

We absolutely loved the experience! There’s no menu, they simply ask about any allergies, and the rest is a surprise, which makes the whole experience even more exciting. There were non-alcoholic drink options available, and every bite was an incredible blend of flavours. Highly recommended for anyone who enjoys creative and thoughtful dining. Be sure to book in advance!

Brice TD Nguyen

Google

Fresh ingredients and well executed dishes. Friendly and professional staff. The wine pairing option offers an interesting selection with very decent servings. Thank you Valeria for your oenology expertise. Good atmosphere with a touch of the Liberties.

Barbara Galluzzi

Google

Every dish we got was perfectly cooked and absolutely delicious. My personal favorites were the Pasta Alfredo, which was wonderfully creamy and rich, and the Rhubarb Baked Alaska. While the food was undeniably excellent, I found myself missing that certain "wow factor" that I had in other Michelin-starred restaurants . The cost here was more accessible than other places I’ve been, making the quality offered amazing for the price point. The most distinctive aspect of the dining experience was the presentation: dishes were not individually plated but rather designed to be shared. I was happy the desert was individual 😅

Florent GINISTY

Google

Variety Jones is a Michelin-starred restaurant in Dublin offering a six-course tasting menu with no à la carte option. The cuisine is modern and fire-driven, combining bold flavors with refined technique. One standout is a comforting, almost nostalgic pasta dish — often handmade and deeply satisfying — that adds a playful, emotional touch to the experience. The atmosphere is intimate and relaxed, with a rustic setting and an open kitchen that brings guests closer to the action. Service is warm, attentive, and personal. In short, Variety Jones delivers high-level cuisine in a laid-back, genuine setting — a must-visit for food lovers in Dublin.

todd sawyer

Google

Prix fixe tasting menu with a charming atmosphere. The menu was very well executed and explained in great detail by multiple members of the team. Wine list was concise but balanced in options to suit most diners. The meal starts out with a salvo of small bites to set the tone and then excellent pacing to the rest of the courses. The dry aged lamb 3 ways main course was a highlight with tenderloin, strip and lamb neck tacos. Served with baba ghanoush, salsa verde and bitter greens, the combinations of flavors was delicious. The dessert of wood fired baked Alaska was a happy ending for a very enjoyable experience. I would definitely return on my next visit to Dublin. Cheers

Aoife Cooper

Google

Imagine: you walk into a restaurant, there’s no menu, you’re just consistently brought different delicious dishes to share and chat over the course of 2+ hours. Everything is a delicious surprise! Utter HEAVEN. The staff were extremely attentive and lovely too - which really added to the experience.

Marissa Corcoran

Google

We did the 6 course tasting menu and it was absolutely amazing, the variety and depth of flavours was fantastic. Well worth the €95!! Lovely spot and could not fault the staff, great knowledge and service, they were brilliant. Will definitely be back!