Marco Pierre White Courtyard Bar & Grill
1 BELMONT AVENUE, DONNYBROOK, DUBLIN 4
Marco Pierre White Courtyard Bar & Grill
MPW’s Dublin 4 steakhouse, set around a covered courtyard garden in Donnybrook.
★ 4.0 Tripadvisor · 382 reviews
★ 4.7 OpenTable · 416 reviews
WHY GO
Why book Marco Pierre White Courtyard Bar & Grill
Opened in September 2013 as the second Dublin venture from three-Michelin-starred chef Marco Pierre White and the Fitzpatrick family, following their original Steakhouse & Grill on Dawson Street (2009). Set behind a vine-covered gate around a heated courtyard garden, it serves prime Irish beef and Atlantic seafood, and has become a noted private-events and wedding venue. This steakhouse in Donnybrook is a short walk from the RDS and Aviva Stadium.
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Charming
Wedding venue
Live piano nights
AT A GLANCE
Know before you go
HOURS
Thu-Sat 5-9:30pm · Sun 1-7pm · Closed Mon-Wed
PRICE
Mains from €32* · Chateaubriand for two from €120*
PHONE
BEEF & SUPPLIER
Prime Irish beef, dry-aged 28 days – specific supplier not publicly named.
DRESS CODE
Smart casual.
GOOD TO KNOW
Good to Know Before You Book
BOOKING
Via OpenTable or by phone on +353 1 551 0555
SUMMER CLOSURE
Closed annually for a summer break – in 2026 that’s 3-20 August, so check dates if booking around then
THURSDAY NIGHTS
BYOB with €10 corkage, or the Grand Piano Men supper club (advance booking essential)
GETTING THERE
Short walk from the RDS and Aviva Stadium
Seasonal & Limited-Time Offers at Marco Pierre White Courtyard Bar & Grill
Last checked: 1 October 2026 · Refreshed monthly
- Thursday Supper Club (until 19 Nov): The Grand Piano Men, live duelling pianos 7–9pm with a two-course menu at €60pp, Thursdays from 24 September to 19 November 2026. BYOB €10 corkage. Advance booking essential. OpenTable
- Early bird: 2 courses €39.95 (extra course €12): Thursday all evening, Fri & Sat 5–6:30pm.
- Christmas 2026: Not published yet. Last year’s Christmas menu was €82.50pp plus 12.5% service.
Seasonal and limited-time prices change often. Always confirm dates and prices with the restaurant before booking.
WHAT DINERS SAY
Marco Pierre White Courtyard Bar & Grill Reviews
Marco Pierre White Courtyard Bar & Grill holds a 4.0★ rating on Tripadvisor from 382 reviews (#385 of 2,923 restaurants in Dublin), and a considerably higher 4.7★ rating on OpenTable from 416 reviews.
4.7
FOOD (OT)
4.7
SERVICE (OT)
4.6
AMBIENCE (OT)
3.6
VALUE (TA)
“The service was excellent, the food was amazing and piano music was fabulous. Could not find fault – absolutely best dining experience.”
JACKIE C., TRIPADVISOR
“We then had the best steak ever, a broccoli side so good we ordered another.”
AISLING K., TRIPADVISOR
The two platforms diverge sharply here. Tripadvisor’s softest score is value at 3.6, and a handful of reviewers do find mains pricey for the portion – but OpenTable diners rate the same menu 4.3 for value and have voted it Best Value for Dublin 4, alongside Best Overall, Food, Service and Ambiance. The cooking and setting aren’t in dispute between the two; only how fairly the prices are seen to match the portions.
MOST-RATED STEAKS
Top 3 Steaks at Marco Pierre White Courtyard Bar & Grill
The steaks diners praise most across Google, Tripadvisor, OpenTable and press reviews, checked against the current menu.
- Delmonico Ribeye (10oz): Praised by TheTaste as succulent and well portioned.
- Centre Cut Fillet (8oz): The house’s lead cut.
- Chateaubriand (24oz, to share): The classic choice for a celebration.
All steaks are 28-day dry-aged Irish beef.
Last checked October 2026. Menus change, so confirm cuts and prices with the restaurant before booking.
THE STORY
The Story of Marco Pierre White Courtyard Bar & Grill
Courtyard Bar & Grill was the second Dublin steakhouse from the alliance of the Fitzpatrick family and three-Michelin-starred chef Marco Pierre White, arriving in Donnybrook four years after their original Dawson Street restaurant. Set behind a vine-covered gate around a heated courtyard garden, it has grown into one of the city’s noted private-events and wedding venues.
- 2009 – the Fitzpatrick family and Marco Pierre White open their first Dublin steakhouse, on Dawson Street.
- 2013 – Courtyard Bar & Grill opens in Donnybrook as the second MPW-Fitzpatrick venture, built around a heated courtyard garden.
- 2024 – named Ireland’s Best Restaurant Wedding Venue.
Recognition
- Ireland’s Best Restaurant Wedding Venue, 2024.
- OpenTable Diners’ Choice “Best Overall”, “Best Food”, “Best Service”, “Best Ambiance” and “Best Value” for Dublin 4.
RECOGNITION
Awards
Award history for Marco Pierre White Courtyard Bar & Grill (Donnybrook), compiled from award bodies and press coverage — current as of August 2026.
2026
WON
Best Dog-Friendly Wedding Venue
Irish Wedding Venue Awards — one of two category wins in 2026
2026
WON
Best Outdoor Wedding Venue
Irish Wedding Venue Awards — second of two category wins in 2026
2026
FINALIST
Restaurant Venue of the Year — finalist
weddingsonline Awards — finalist status; winner not confirmed from available sources
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.
PHOTOS
Marco Pierre White Courtyard Bar & Grill Photos
For more photos, see the Marco Pierre White Courtyard Bar & Grill Instagram or the Tripadvisor photo gallery.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Marco Pierre White Donnybrook located?
It’s at 1 Belmont Avenue, Donnybrook, Dublin 4, tucked behind a vine-covered gate just off Donnybrook Road, close to the Aviva Stadium and the RDS.
How does it differ from the Dawson Street location?
Donnybrook opened in September 2013 as the second MPW-Fitzpatrick restaurant, set around a covered courtyard garden in a Dublin 4 village setting, while the original Steakhouse & Grill on Dawson Street opened first, in 2009.
Does it offer private dining?
Yes. The restaurant has two private rooms – the Library Room (around 8-20 guests) and the Garden Room (around 30-50 guests) – plus full venue hire for larger events.
Is booking recommended?
Yes. The restaurant is booked regularly for dinner and Sunday lunch, so reserving ahead is advisable, particularly Thursday to Saturday.
What is the dress code at Marco Pierre White Courtyard Bar & Grill?
Smart casual – guests typically dress smartly but comfortably for dinners, dates and special occasions.
Is Marco Pierre White Donnybrook open in August?
It closes annually for a summer break – in 2026 that’s 3-20 August – so check current dates before booking around that time.
Does it have live entertainment?
Yes – Thursday nights feature the Grand Piano Men supper club (advance booking essential), and Thursdays also come with BYOB at €10 corkage per bottle.
Why do Tripadvisor and OpenTable rate it so differently?
Tripadvisor sits at 4.0 (value is its softest score, at 3.6), while OpenTable diners rate it 4.7 and have voted it Best Value for Dublin 4. The gap seems to come down to how reviewers weigh price against portion size, not the cooking itself.
*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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1 Belmont Avenue, Donnybrook, Dublin 4
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