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The Pig's Ear

4 Nassau Street, Dublin 2, Ireland (South City Centre)
016703865
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Ranked #123 of 1,228 restaurants in Dublin
Price range: RM69 - RM90
Cuisines: Irish
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Neighbourhood: South City Centre
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Belgium
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12 reviews 12 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

The dinner we had at the restaurant was surprisingly delicious, at the same time avoiding the heaviness that occasionaly comes associated with irish cuisine. We loved the tartare and beets, and pork's belly seemd to melt in the mouth. The salmon was to die for as well. Beware though that the place is small and an advance reservation is must.... More

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Naas, Ireland
Top Contributor
89 reviews 89 reviews
61 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
59 helpful votes 59 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013 via mobile

I was there for an informal work dinner and our guests were well impressed with the food and wine. The dishes, or rather, their ingredients, might sound a bit "weird" when you read the menu but just go with it and you'll love them. It's on the expensive side but it's really good quality and in a nice location so... More

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See 15 more reviews by Marla7 for Dublin
Dublin
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15 reviews 15 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Ate here recently with three girlfriends. Service was very good and accomodating including a last minute change of date with no fuss whatsoever. The food was delicious. I had the terrine to start which is exceptionally good and well deserving of its reputation. Followed with the chicken dish and the custard and rhubarb. All delicious and beautifully presented. I was... More

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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

Wonderful ambience, staff very attentive and professional. Decor is chic and quirky. Food amazing, inventive, healthy and delicious. My fav restaurant at the moment. Perfection!

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Etang la Ville
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36 reviews 36 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

There are an extraordinary number of restaurants in Dublin where you can pay a relatively large amount of money for an extremely mediocre meal. In the last two months I have eaten both lunch and the early evening menu at The Pig's Ear. On each occasion, I had a very high quality meal, reasonably priced and attractively presented. There's also... More

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Amsterdam
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3 restaurant reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

We enjoyed a well-prepared dinner at this restaurant. HOWEVER. The whole evening my husband and I had to battle overeager waitstaff, who hovered around our table giving us the distinct feeling that we should eat and run so the table can be freed up for the next party. At one point the waiter tried to take away my plate, which... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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10 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

Had a wonderful meal here. We went for the early bird, the food was fantastic but the choice was nt great. Wine was expensive very little under €30. Service was efficient and friendly. Ps bring your hiking boots . The toilets are up three flights of stairs!,

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See 4 more reviews by niftydublin55 for Dublin
Dublin, Ireland
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31 reviews 31 reviews
27 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

Visited on Easter Saturday was in town looking for somewhere nice to dine . We called into restaurant around four thirty only table left was for five thirty which suited fine . Arrived back at 5:30 shown to our table overlooking trinity sports ground. Availed of the excellent value early bird menu . Very professional service bread and water brought... More

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See 4 more reviews by kildub for Dublin
Copenhagen, Denmark
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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

The food was delicious, fresh and creative. My husband and I were had a wonderful two course lunch there for a very reasonable price!!!

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See 8 more reviews by 494AnnaK494 for Dublin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

Tonight we were treated to an absolutely amazing meal in the Pigs Ear restaurant on Nassau Street by Andrea Hussey (front of house) and Stephen McAllister (head chef). It's our favourite restaurant in Dublin and if you haven't been already make a booking now. It's the most delicious food and wine with superb service - you won't be disappointed. It's... More

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