Marco Pierre White Steakhouse & Grill
51 Dawson Street, Dublin 2 (D02 TV77)
Dublin’s original Marco Pierre White steakhouse, open at the same Dawson Street address since 2008. The chefs are trained under Marco Pierre White in London, and the restaurant was named TripAdvisor’s 2025 Travelers’ Choice “Best of the Best.” A classical French-technique menu built on prime Irish beef aged on the bone and wild Atlantic seafood, in a warm, opulent dining room that accommodates groups of up to 80. This steakhouse on Dawson Street is a two-minute walk from St Stephen’s Green and five minutes from Trinity College Dublin.
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Marco Pierre White Steakhouse & Grill Reviews
Marco Pierre White Steakhouse & Grill holds a 4.3★ rating on Tripadvisor from 1,950 reviews (#38 of 2,923 Dublin restaurants, 2025 Travelers’ Choice “Best of the Best”), and a 4.7★ rating on OpenTable from 1,293 reviews.
- “I had a prawn cocktail which was to die for.” – Carlotta M., Tripadvisor
- “One of the best nights we’ve had in Dublin.” – Google Review
Service and the room itself are consistently praised on both platforms; the main split is over value, with some Tripadvisor reviewers finding it pricey for what’s delivered while OpenTable diners rate it among Dublin’s best regardless of cost.
Marco Pierre White Steakhouse & Grill Menu
The menu is built on prime Irish beef aged on the bone – sirloin, Delmonico ribeye and centre-cut fillet, plus a 24oz Chateaubriand and 35oz Cote de Boeuf to share – served with beef dripping chips. Classical French-technique starters include chicken liver parfait, steak tartare and dressed Castletownbere crab, alongside wild Atlantic seafood mains. The prawn cocktail is a recurring reviewer favourite, and the early bird menu is consistently praised as excellent value.
Awards
Award history for Marco Pierre White Steakhouse & Grill (Dawson Street), compiled from award bodies and press coverage — current as of August 2026.
Irish Restaurant Awards — Dublin finalist, Best Customer Service
Irish Restaurant Awards
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Marco Pierre White Steakhouse & Grill Photos
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*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 Marco Pierre White Dublin located?
At 51 Dawson Street, Dublin 2, steps from Grafton Street and the Dawson Luas stop.
Is this connected to chef Marco Pierre White?
Yes – it’s his first Irish restaurant, open since 2008, with chefs trained under Marco in London.
What is the restaurant known for?
Prime Irish beef aged on the bone, wild Atlantic seafood, and sharing cuts like the 24oz Chateaubriand and 32oz Côte de Boeuf.
Can it accommodate large groups?
Yes – group dining is available for up to 80 guests.
What is the dress code at Marco Pierre White Steakhouse & Grill?
Smart casual – guests typically dress smartly but comfortably for the warm, opulent dining room.
Can it host a large group booking?
Yes – for corporate dinners, birthdays or Christmas gatherings up to 80 guests, email [email protected] directly.
What’s the easiest way to get there?
The Dawson Luas stop (Green Line) is right outside; Pearse Street DART is a short walk, and there’s parking on Molesworth Street.
Who is the executive chef?
Florian Vass leads the kitchen, continuing the classical French technique the chefs trained under Marco Pierre White in London.