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Nestled in the heart of Dublin at 27 St Stephen's Green, The Saddle Room offers a dining experience that marries elegance with a touch of Irish charm. This restaurant, located within the historic Shelbourne Hotel, boasts a rich heritage that dates back over 200 years. As you step inside, the opulent decor and warm ambiance invite you to indulge in a culinary journey that celebrates both local and international flavors.

The Saddle Room is renowned for its exquisite menu that highlights the best of Irish cuisine, with a modern twist. Signature dishes include the succulent lamb shank, slow-cooked to perfection and served with a rich, savory sauce that captures the essence of traditional Irish cooking. Another must-try is the fresh oysters, elegantly presented at the oyster bar, which embody the freshness of the sea and are complemented by a zesty mignonette.

The Saddle Room is known for its fine dining experience, exceptional service, and a menu that features locally sourced ingredients.

Visitors are drawn to The Saddle Room for its elegant atmosphere, delicious food, and the opportunity to enjoy a meal in a historic setting.

The restaurant is conveniently located near popular attractions such as Trinity College, Dublin Castle, and the vibrant shopping district of Grafton Street.

Fresh seafood is on display behind the oyster bar of this serene hotel restaurant with opulent feel.

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We stayed for five days at the Shelbourne and enjoyed breakfast each morning, as well as a dinner reservation on one evening. It was the Festive Season, and a prix fixe menu was offered. Although the menu differed slightly from what was sent to us before our stay, the staff was incredibly accommodating and allowed us to order beef as one of the main dish options.

We began our meal with a bottle of Bordeaux. The gentleman assisting with wine service was fantastic. He was personable and knowledgeable. He even took time to share stories about the hotel, which added a special touch to our experience.

The festive prix fixe menu included a starter, a main dish, and dessert. The side dish was an additional 6€ and enhances the meal.  We highly recommend ordering one per person or a few to share.

I started with the cauliflower with chestnut crumble. Our server politely informed me that it was a soup, and I was delighted! I enjoyed their soup via room service the night before (potato and leek), and it was delectable. My partner, undecided on a starter, was guided by our server, who playfully described the salmon as a "seafood cupcake." He loved it! Our server was thoughtful, kind, and informative. Her service enhanced our experience.

For our main dishes, I ordered the beef while my partner chose the salmon again, both accompanied by potato mash. Both meals were phenomenal! Kudos to the kitchen for crafting a medley of fresh, farm-to-table flavors that truly impressed us.

For dessert, we selected the chocolate fondant and the date pudding with salted caramel ice cream. Both were exceptional in their own way, so there was no clear favorite. The complimentary mince pies were a sweet and thoughtful touch, providing a lovely introduction to traditional Irish sweets for my partner.

While the decor is slightly dated, the hotel’s grand entrance more than makes up for it, adding to the festive ambiance. This is the perfect place to celebrate or simply enjoy a wonderful meal.

Note: As hotel guests, we also enjoyed the traditional Irish breakfast buffet each morning, which offered a variety of options for everyone. However, this review focuses on our dinner experience.

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Fine dining in the city centre, this is a well put together restaurant with trained staff, good kitchen and nice decor.

It is an old building ( 200yrs old) so it is very cosy, and the bathrooms are down stairs.

The food is well presented and the menu is modern and not fussy. Very solid bet for a family celebration or large gathering .

I’m sure I will be back

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Superior restaurant in every way. All dishes on the fixed price menu were outstanding. You pay for quality and the restaurant delivers.

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The food was fabulous.  They also have a lovely medium bodied Portuguese wine, Esperāo Reserva Tonto. I recommend it.  Oysters were very good and the accompanying sauce complimented them very well.  Also, the lamb shank was cooked to perfection.

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It was truly heartening to revisit an establishment that had previously fallen short of expectations and find it not only meeting but exceeding them.

Finding decent food in Dublin is not a challenge, but encountering exceptional service and attention to detail is another matter entirely. The Saddle Room excelled in both aspects. Brenda, our waitress, was welcoming, efficient, and polite. The presentation of the food, served under spotless silver cloches, was impeccable. This practice should be standard, as nothing is more off-putting than seeing exposed plates of food being handled and spoken over  by waiting staff.

The menu was good, although a few more main dish options would be welcome. The available dishes were well-cooked and professionally presented. I awarded the  four stars due to the limited main course selection. A restaurant with this potential should offer a wider variety.

Overall, well done to the team at The Saddle Room.

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