Boeuf & Frites
1 Crow Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2 (D02 WD54)
Boeuf’s Temple Bar sibling – a fixed-price steak-frites concept with bottomless fries and complimentary profiteroles, right in the tourist heart of the city. Uses 100% grass-fed Irish beef (fillet or striploin only) and Irish free-range chicken, and publishes a dedicated coeliac/gluten-free menu. Very highly rated – 4.6/5 from 2,252+ OpenTable reviews, with multiple Diners’ Choice wins including Dublin “Most Booked” and D2 “Best Value.” This steakhouse in Temple Bar is a short walk from the Ha’penny Bridge and Trinity College Dublin.
Good to Know Before You Book
Boeuf & Frites Reviews
Boeuf & Frites holds a 3.5★ rating on Tripadvisor from 226 reviews, and a 4.6★ rating on OpenTable from 2,286 reviews, with Diners’ Choice wins for “Most Booked” and “Best Value” in Dublin 2.
- “It was one of the nicest steaks I’ve had.” – Jason K., Tripadvisor
- “Great value and great food, the steak was excellent.” – Paul O., Tripadvisor
The gap between the two platforms is real and comes down to one thing: the 90-minute table limit. OpenTable diners rate the format highly for value and speed, while a share of Tripadvisor reviewers are caught off guard by how firmly the time limit is enforced – book knowing that going in and it’s a very different experience.
Boeuf & Frites Menu
The fixed-price steak menu (from €29.95) offers a 7oz Irish fillet or 10oz Irish striploin, chargrilled to order with a choice of sauce, alongside bottomless fries and complimentary profiteroles for dessert. The chicken menu (from €25.95) features chargrilled Irish free-range half chicken, marinated in rosemary, thyme and garlic, with the same bottomless sides. A dedicated coeliac/gluten-free menu is also available.
The Story of Boeuf & Frites
Boeuf & Frites is the fixed-price sibling of the original Boeuf on South William Street, built around a simpler idea: one great steak, unlimited fries, done fast.
- 2017 – Boeuf opens on South William Street as the original flagship.
- Since – the Boeuf & Frites fixed-price format launches in Temple Bar, later expanding to Blanchardstown.
- Today – part of a five-strong Dublin group sharing the same grass-fed Irish beef standard.
Recognition
- OpenTable Diners’ Choice “Most Booked” in Dublin.
- OpenTable Diners’ Choice “Best Value” for Dublin 2.
Awards
Awards above are curated from publicly available sources — award bodies and press coverage — and are not verified or provided by the restaurant itself. We do our best to keep this accurate and current, but if we have missed an award or something needs correcting, please get in touch.
Boeuf & Frites Photos
For more photos, see the Boeuf & Frites Instagram or the Tripadvisor photo gallery.
*Prices are approximate and may have changed. Please check the restaurant’s official website or contact them directly to confirm current prices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Boeuf & Frites located?
At 1 Crow Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2.
How does the fixed menu work?
One set price (from €29.95* for steak, from €25.95* for chicken) includes your main, bottomless fries, and a complimentary dessert.
Is there a gluten-free option?
Yes – a dedicated coeliac/gluten-free menu is published on the official site.
Is it good value?
Yes – it has won OpenTable Diners’ Choice awards for “Most Booked” in Dublin and “Best Value” in D2.
What is the dress code?
Business casual – smart but relaxed, suitable for a date night or group dinner.
Is there a time limit on the table?
Yes – bookings typically run to 90 minutes. It’s enforced fairly firmly, so plan your evening around it.
Why is the Tripadvisor rating lower than OpenTable’s?
Mostly pacing – some Tripadvisor reviewers are surprised by the table-time limit and fast service, while OpenTable diners rate the format and value very highly.
Is it part of a bigger group?
Yes – part of the same Boeuf family as the South William Street original and the Blanchardstown branch.