Doolally
Saint Kevin'S, Dublin
Restaurant in Dublin, Ireland
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Doolally operates a weeknight-focused schedule in Dublin's Saint Kevin's quarter, offering evening service Monday through Friday with extended hours Thursday and Friday, plus Saturday lunch. The South Richmond Street location keeps foot traffic lighter than the Temple Bar corridor, booking remains straightforward without multi-week advance windows. Without published menu or pricing data, the venue sits outside easy tier comparison, though the calendar and neighbourhood positioning suit business dinners and post-work meals in the South Docklands office district.
About Doolally
Doolally is a Dublin venue with opening hours that focus on evening visits during the week and earlier starts at the weekend. Hours are Monday to Wednesday 5–9 PM, Thursday and Friday 5–9:30 PM, Saturday 1–9:30 PM, Sunday 1–9 PM. The dress code is smart casual. For visitors comparing options, Delahunt and Pickle are other Dublin venues to consider.
Doolally works best as a Dublin venue where the most reliable planning details are the opening hours and smart-casual dress code. If current offering, dietary, accessibility, group-size, or reservation details matter for your visit, confirm those directly with the venue before committing.
The Room and the Counter
Specific room layout, counter availability, seat counts are not set out here. That means solo visitors, couples, groups should avoid assuming a particular setup before arrival. If seating style is important, contact Doolally in advance and ask what arrangements are available for your preferred date and time.
Practical Positioning
Doolally’s schedule makes it most straightforward to plan around weekday evening openings and weekend hours from 1 PM. It closes at 9 PM Monday to Wednesday and Sunday, at 9:30 PM Thursday to Saturday, so later plans should be checked carefully. Direct value comparisons are difficult without pricing, menu, cuisine details: Pickle and Delahunt may be useful reference points when considering other Dublin venues, while Krewe South, Momento, Arepas Grill, our full Dublin restaurants guide can also help broaden the search. For Doolally specifically, the safest planning advice is simple: check current visit details directly, dress smart casual, time your visit within the opening hours.
Planning details
- Location
- The Lennox Building, 47-51 Richmond St S, Saint Kevin's, Dublin 2, D02 FK02, Ireland
- Website
- doolally.ie
- Phone
- +35315337562
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Doolally sits quietly embedded in the Lennox Building on Richmond Street South, the sort of neighbourhood restaurant that feels rooted rather than staged. The writing cites Georgian red brick and a repurposed commercial address, which gives the room a sense of history and local character. Rather than competing as a city‑centre showpiece, it operates as an independent, modern presence in a residential pocket of D2 — ambitious and contemporary in approach, but anchored in the accumulated texture of the surrounding streets and the canal nearby.
Best For
This is a place that suits slightly dressed‑up neighbourhood occasions — date nights, family meals, group dinners and small celebrations all fit comfortably here. The description positions Doolally as an independent, ingredient-forward room that sits outside the tourist circuit, making it appealing for locals and visitors who want a considered, lively evening rather than a formal hotel experience. Its combination of energy and a self-contained location in the Lennox Building makes it easy to recommend for special occasions that still feel relaxed and rooted in the neighbourhood.
Ordering Tips
Focus your first visit on the menu’s signature plates to get a clear sense of the kitchen’s range. The listed highlights — Dal Makhni, Doolally Chaap, Kerala Fried Calamari, Mussels and Clam Moilee and Lamb Shami — span vegetarian, meat and seafood traditions and are natural choices to share across a table. Order a selection of these signatures so you can sample different textures and spices; choosing at least one of the richer classics (Dal Makhni or Lamb Shami) alongside a seafood option gives a balanced snapshot of the menu.
Venue details
Ambiance
Atmospheric and welcoming with a hopping, energetic vibe in beautifully designed surroundings that create an upscale casual dining environment.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Dal Makhni
- Doolally Chaap
- Kerala Fried Calamari
- Mussels and Clam Moilee
- Lamb Shami
Planning details
Location
The Lennox Building, 47-51 Richmond St S, Saint Kevin's, Dublin 2, D02 FK02, Ireland · Directions
Restaurant context
Against Dublin's better-documented neighbourhood spots, Doolally trades transparency for schedule flexibility. Pickle publishes its €€ Indian menu and fills weekend tables weeks ahead, while Delahunt signals €€€ ambition through its Modern Cuisine format and Georgian-room setting in Camden Street. Momento and Arepas Grill anchor the busier Dame Street corridor with walk-in-friendly formats, though both see heavier weekend traffic than Doolally's quieter Saint Kevin's location.
For travellers who prioritise clear menu detail and chef bios, Pickle or Delahunt offer richer public records and easier pre-visit research. If weeknight availability and neighbourhood calm matter more than award pedigree, Doolally's Monday-through-Friday evening schedule and straightforward booking make it a practical choice for business dinners or post-work meals in the South Docklands office district. Krewe South sits in a similar low-profile tier, though geographic spread and format differences mean direct comparison remains difficult without published pricing or cuisine anchors.
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Compare Doolally
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doolally | Dublin | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Arepas Grill | Dublin | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Pickle | Dublin | Indian | €€ | Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262025 Michelin Plate2025 The Sunday Times Ireland's 100 Best Restaurants |
| Momento | Dublin | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Krewe South | Dublin | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Delahunt | Dublin | Modern Cuisine | €€€ | Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262025 Michelin Plate |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Doolally?
What should a first-timer know about Doolally?
Doolally is in Dublin. Hours are Monday to Wednesday 5–9 PM, Thursday and Friday 5–9:30 PM, Saturday 1–9:30 PM, Sunday 1–9 PM. The dress code is smart casual. Menu, pricing, service-format details should be confirmed directly with the venue.
Is Doolally good for solo dining?
If seating style matters, contact Doolally before visiting to ask what options are available for solo guests at your preferred time.
Does Doolally handle dietary restrictions?
Contact Doolally directly before booking if you have allergies or specific dietary requirements.
