Thornton's
Price guide: Expensive
128 St. Stephen's Green, Dublin 2
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Expert review of Thornton's
Stunning food from a passionate Michelin chef helps make Thornton’s a Dublin treasure.
The last time I ate here, after six courses and three hours, I was planning my next visit because the dishes (and wine) are so out of this world that Thornton’s has the potential to become an addiction. It’s a connoisseur’s dream. Yes it's expensive, but for the experience, money well spent in my opinion. Kevin Thornton is a consummate chef who takes his food seriously, just don't ask for chips with your meal - he’s not a fan. He even brews his own poítin.
Food and drink:
My amuse bouche of fish was still smoking when it arrived at the table, this is a live performance by a Michelin chef. There are three tasting menus (5, 8 or 14 courses) if you really want to taste the genius of Kevin Thornton’s work. Delectable seafood, stunning desserts...it’s all exquisite, as is the wine menu. Sublime.
Recommended dishes:
Dishes change regularly, but my trio of tuna was outstanding on my last visit.
Ambience:
My one gripe is the space itself, it can be a little staid if the restaurant isn’t full. The overall effect lacks a bit of character.
Service:
The waiting staff have personality and aren’t afraid to show it so you're treated to fine service with a bit of spirit.
Location:
It's upstairs in the The Fitzwilliam Hotel where window seats look across to Stephen’s Green, at the top of Grafton Street.
Price advice:
Lunch from 25-49 euros is the best deal, or dinner at 79 euros is fantastic value for the standard of the food. The most affordable option? Order a cheese board in the bar and watch the master work through the hole in the wall!
Tables to book:
Request a window seat with views of Stephen's Green. Or book the chef's table for interaction with the chef and the kitchen.
More information on Thornton's :
- Price guide:
- Type:
- Bar, Restaurant
- Food:
- Irish, Modern, Seafood, Steak, Vegetarian
- Address:
- 128 St. Stephen's Green, Dublin 2
- Telephone:
- 01 478 7008
- Website:
- http://www.thorntonsrestaurant.com
- Serves:
- Lunch, Dinner
- Opening times:
- Tue-Wed 6-9.30pm, Thu-Sat 12.30-1.45pm, 6-9.30pm. Closed Sundays and Mondays.
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Reservations:
- Essential at peak times
- Free tags / Keywords:
- Michelin-starred, Tasting menu, celebrity chef
