Boeuf – South William Street
63 SOUTH WILLIAM STREET, DUBLIN 2 (D02 CX86)
Boeuf – South William Street
A South William Street steakhouse with a French bistro edge, opened in 2017 as the original flagship before the group expanded to Boeuf & Frites and Boeuf & Coq.
★ 4.3 Tripadvisor · 549 reviews
★ 4.4 OpenTable · 1,174 reviews
WHY GO
Why book Boeuf – South William Street
A South William Street steakhouse with a French bistro edge, opened in 2017 as the original flagship before the group expanded to Boeuf & Frites and Boeuf & Coq. Candlelit and exposed-brick, with street-side seating in the South William St nightlife strip. Rated 4.4/5 from 1,170+ OpenTable reviews, and an OpenTable Diners’ Choice pick for Steakhouse and Great for Outdoor Dining in D2. This steakhouse on South William Street is just off Grafton Street and a short walk from St Stephen’s Green.
Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighbourhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Good-value lunch
AT A GLANCE
Know before you go
HOURS
Mon-Thu & Sun 12-10pm · Fri-Sat 12-10:45pm
PRICE
Lunch/express menu from €11.95* · Mains include 9oz NY striploin, 7oz fillet mignon
PHONE
BEEF & SUPPLIER
Prime Irish beef; supplier not publicly named.
DRESS CODE
Casual.
GOOD TO KNOW
Good to Know Before You Book
CROSS STREET
Just off Grafton Street, a short walk from St Stephen’s Green
PART OF
Dublin’s Boeuf family of 5 kitchens, sharing the same beef standard
SERVICE CHARGE
A discretionary charge is typically added to the bill – ask if unsure
NOISE LEVEL
Moderate
Seasonal & Limited-Time Offers at Boeuf
Last checked: 1 October 2026 · Refreshed monthly
- Express lunch: Daily 12–4pm, with steak frites from around €15.
- Christmas 2026: No festive menu published yet. The Boeuf group runs five Dublin rooms, and large groups can be spread across sister venues.
Seasonal and limited-time prices change often. Always confirm dates and prices with the restaurant before booking.
WHAT DINERS SAY
Boeuf Reviews
Boeuf holds a 4.3★ rating on Tripadvisor from 549 reviews (#161 of 2,923 Dublin restaurants), and a 4.4★ rating on OpenTable from 1,174 reviews, with Diners’ Choice recognition for “Steakhouse” and “Great for Outdoor Dining” in Dublin 2.
4.5
FOOD
4.4
SERVICE
4.2
ATMOSPHERE
4.3
VALUE
“Quick service, reasonably priced, smiley staff.”
LOUISE R., TRIPADVISOR
“Flawless. The food is excellent, steaks cooked to perfection.”
NIALL P., TRIPADVISOR
Both platforms agree closely here, with value for money the most consistent theme; a handful of reviews mention the discretionary service charge as something they weren’t expecting, so it’s worth asking about when the bill arrives.
MOST-RATED STEAKS
Top 3 Steaks at Boeuf
The steaks diners praise most across Google, Tripadvisor, OpenTable and press reviews, checked against the current menu.
- Rib-eye off the bone (8oz): Boeuf’s signature cut, aged 18–35 days and served sizzling on cast iron.
- New York Striploin (9oz): The all-rounder diners order most, and the cut behind the popular steak sandwich and steak & eggs.
- Tasting Plate for Two (17oz): One of each steak on a single board, a favourite for first-timers who can’t choose.
Last checked October 2026. Menus change, so confirm cuts and prices with the restaurant before booking.
PHOTOS
Boeuf Photos
THE STORY
The Story of Boeuf
Boeuf opened on South William Street in 2017 as the original flagship of what’s grown into a five-strong Dublin group.
- 2017 – Boeuf opens on South William Street, the original flagship.
- Since – the concept expands to Boeuf & Coq (Suffolk Street), Boeuf Steak & Burger (Cecilia Street), and Boeuf & Frites in Temple Bar and Blanchardstown.
- Today – all five kitchens share the Boeuf name and the same standard for prime Irish beef.
Recognition
- OpenTable Diners’ Choice “Steakhouse” for Dublin.
- OpenTable Diners’ Choice “Great for Outdoor Dining” for Dublin 2.
RECOGNITION
Awards
Boeuf – South William Street is part of the award-winning Boeuf group — see the full award history on the Boeuf hub page.
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.
For more photos, see the Boeuf Instagram or the Tripadvisor photo gallery.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Boeuf located?
At 63 South William Street, Dublin 2, in the middle of the South William St nightlife strip.
Is this the same as Boeuf & Frites?
No – Boeuf on South William St is the original 2017 flagship; Boeuf & Frites (Temple Bar) is a related but distinct fixed-price sibling concept.
Is there a good-value lunch option?
Yes – a lunch/express menu runs from €11.95*.
What’s the atmosphere like?
Candlelit and exposed-brick, with a Parisian-bistro feel and street-side seating.
What is the dress code?
Casual – there’s no formal dress requirement.
Is a service charge added automatically?
Diners commonly report a discretionary charge on the bill – ask your server if you’d like it clarified or removed.
Is Boeuf part of a bigger group?
Yes – it’s the original of five Dublin kitchens under the Boeuf name, alongside Boeuf & Coq, Boeuf Steak & Burger, and two Boeuf & Frites rooms.
What’s the best-value option?
The lunch/express menu, from €11.95, is the best value on the menu and a popular pick with reviewers.
*Prices are approximate and may have changed. Please check the restaurant’s official website or contact them directly to confirm current prices.
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63 South William Street, Dublin 2 (D02 CX86)
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