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MV Cill Airne Boat Bar and Restaurant, Dublin, Dublin

MV Cill Airne Boat Bar and Restaurant

4.4
4.4
489 Reviews
€30 and under
European

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2 people
19:00
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
*Please note the MV Cill Airne is a Strictly Over 18's Venue.

The Boat Restaurant & Bar
Step back in maritime history on board the former tender ship the MV Cill Airne, located on North Wall Quay, Dublin’s floating Restaurant & Bar on the River Liffey. Enjoy the unrivalled views of the waterfront in the heart of Dublin’s docklands. Enjoy a cocktail in our main bar or outside on our outdoor deck – a promising option for a sunny afternoon on the River Liffey. Dine with us in the stunning Quay 16 Restaurant, with a capacity of 80 guests, offering an a la carte menu and competitive group set menus, catering for all dining requirements or celebrate your birthday or any special occasion in our private bar, the White Bar.

Heading to the 3 Arena or to the Bord Gais Theatre? Begin or end your evening on board The MV Cill Airne, only 5 minutes walk to the 3 Arena and a short stroll across the Samuel Beckett Bridge to the Bord Gais Theatre

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    €30 and under
  • Cuisines
    European, Irish, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–11:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:30 am Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (01) 817 8760
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    We offer competitive group set menus for both lunch and dinner, Pig on a Spit, canape menus, buffet and BBQ menus and we can of course, create a bespoke menu should you wish for something special.
  • Private party facilities
    We cater for all sorts of events on-board. From birthday parties, after-work drinks receptions and BBQ's in our White bar, to private dinners in the Quay 16 restaurant to album launches, weddings and brand launches on our Upper deck.

What 489 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Dublin

    Great for scenic views

  • Dublin

    European

  • Dublin 1

    Best Service

  • Dublin 1

    Best Value

  • Dublin 1

    Good for business meals

  • Dublin 1

    Innovative

  • Dublin 1

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
MV Cill Airne Boat Bar and Restaurant offers a unique dining experience with "amazing service" and "excellent food" in a beautiful setting. Guests enjoy a diverse menu, "great value," and stunning views. Ideal for pre-theatre meals or special occasions, this charming venue promises memorable visits despite occasional service hiccups.

489 Reviews
  1. Paula

    Mayo

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Delicious food ,lovely staff esp guy outside in d cold, ws just missing christmas lights inside the restaurant & if the fire ws lit it would hv been so christmassy & cosy looking.

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  2. Jacqueline

    Westmeath

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely loved it!! The food was UNREAL, we had the steak and the chicken burger - both amazing but even the chips were just right, full and fluffy in the middle with a nice crisp on the outside 😍 The service was great, the scenes were fab and nice music on was lovely! Prices were typical Dublin prices but would say great value for the quality and overall experience!

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  3. Eimear

    Dublin

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 21 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Genuinely exceeded expectations, both burger and salmon, super good quality ingredients and great presentation. Staff also super attentive, thank you Cill Airne

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  4. Ian

    Connacht

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very friendly service and tasty par for the course food. Would recommend.

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  5. David

    VIP

    Dublin

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very enjoyable Wednesday meal pre concert. The waiter was top class, friendly efficiency at its best. Would happily return!

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  6. Ian

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fab. Really enjoyed my chicken burger and chips and it's great that it's so close to the 3 arena. Mike and the staff were brilliant and the doorman volunteered to take a photo for me and my dad afterwards

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  7. Michelle

    Cork

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food & wine. Unfortunately the offer advertised on their website for €10 off a bottle of wine on a Wednesday, we were told was no longer running. Please update your website if this is the case

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  8. Mark

    Dublin

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed our food, would recommend & will return!

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  9. Graeme

    Glasgow

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 31 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food excellent service good value for money. Will go back next time in Dublin

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  10. Tracey

    VIP

    Dublin

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 24 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely meal, really friendly attentive waiter. Really enjoy visiting the boat especially pre- theatre.

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FAQs

MV Cill Airne Boat Bar and Restaurant is rated 4.4 stars by 489 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Google Map for MV Cill Airne Boat Bar and Restaurant

QUAY 16 NORTH WALL QUAY, Dublin, Dublin D01 XE03

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Just opposite Dublin Convention Centre
  • Area
    North Wall
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–11:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:30 am Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    €30 and under
  • Cuisines
    European, Irish, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (01) 817 8760
  • Catering
    We offer competitive group set menus for both lunch and dinner, Pig on a Spit, canape menus, buffet and BBQ menus and we can of course, create a bespoke menu should you wish for something special.
  • Private party facilities
    We cater for all sorts of events on-board. From birthday parties, after-work drinks receptions and BBQ's in our White bar, to private dinners in the Quay 16 restaurant to album launches, weddings and brand launches on our Upper deck.
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