The Legal Eagle

Name: The Legal Eagle
Address: 1/2 Chancery Place, Dublin, Co. Dublin, Ireland, Republic of, D07 HP40
Telephone: (01) 555 2971
Price range: €30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

481 Reviews

€30 and under

Irish

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 7 times today

Charming
Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions

When we took over The Legal Eagle, we inherited some of the glorious features, and the building really spoke to us of old-fashioned pub-grub. We looked to the old traditions of pickles, roasts, meaty joints & braises and knew we should honour our traditional lexicon of producers where possible and also allow our guests to enjoy a lighter style of dining.

We make our own crisps, croqueta, our own Scotch eggs (they're really delish), and supporting our burgeoning salumi and farmhouse cheese industry with platters of cold cuts. We are smoking our own spuds and have a local vegetable grower growing to our needs !

We are crazy about beer, whiskey and gin but wine is where we started and it remains a driving force for us. We have a stellar cocktail and wine list written with love and care

We have an ever so slightly more formal dining room upstairs, which is also great for events, weddings, private parties and get-togethers and hugely popular with industry folk. Can't wait to see all!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
€30 and under
Cuisines
Irish, Tapas / Small Plates, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:00 pm
Phone number
(01) 555 2971
Website
http://thelegaleagle.ie/
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Rowen Babe
Private party facilities
We have a beautiful private dining room on our first floor, with views of the iconic Four Courts and capacity for up to 35 guests. Weddings, birthdays and private corporate events have all been held here. Call us for more information

Location
1/2 Chancery Place, Dublin, Co. Dublin D07 HP40
Area
North City Centre
Cross Street
Inns Quay
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Wine

Firehouse Sourdough, Newgrange rapeseed oil, Burren balsamic peat vinegar. V€4.00
Cashew labneh,heritage carrots, dukkah, Newgrange Gold rapeseed oil, sourdough., homemade flatbread. (V)€13.00
Chilli, lemon & coriander house marinated Gordal olives. V€5.00
Pigs on the Green ham & manchego cheese croquetas, romesco, parmesan.€8.00
Homemade crisps with smoked Achill sea salt and Burren peat vinegar. V€6.00
Shines tin of Irish sardines, Firehouse sourdough.€12.00
Ispini Charcuterie board - Bresola, Coppa, Chorizo, Fennel Salami, cornichons & sourdough.€22.00

Small Plates

Flynn's heirloom tomato, burrata, pickled garlic scapes, sherry vinegar, toasted pumpkin seeds.€15.00
Grilled asparagus, beetroot hummus, sunflower seed pesto. V€15.00
Tuna Tataki, spring onion & avocado salsa, ponzu, sesame, sriracha mayo.€17.00
Grilled gambas, Nahm Jim dipping sauce, toasted rice, coriander.
16

Larger Plates

Stuffed slow roast Hokkaido squash, pecan, brown rice, cranberry, crispy kale. (V)€26.00
Pigs on the Green pork chop, confit garlic mash, charred hispi cabbage, mustard sauce.€29.00
Half chicken, asparagus, peas, tarragon, sweet corn puree.€28.00
Cod, curried cauliflower, mussels, coconut sauce.€30.00
JJ Youngs dry-aged Rib-eye Angus steak, triple cooked chips, watercress, peppercorn sauce.€42.00

Desserts

Salted caramel tart€9.00
Baileys & coffee panna cotta.€9.00
Warm Christmas pudding, brandy crema. (V)€9.00
This month’s Irish cheeses with all the bits.€16.00

Sides

Triple cooked chips.€6.00
Confit garlic mash.€6.00
Hispi cabbage, smoked garlic butter.€6.00
Watermelon salad - black olive, feta, smoked salt, mint, basil, smoked olive oil dressing.€9.00

What 481 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Dublin 1
Best Overall
Dublin 1
Best Service
Dublin 1
Best Ambience
Dublin 1
Best Value
Dublin 1
Neighbourhood gem
Dublin 1
Great for fine wines
Dublin 1
Romantic
Dublin 1
Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Legal Eagle shines with its "excellent service" and "amazing atmosphere," offering a delightful dining experience. Guests rave about the "best roast in Dublin" and "delicious food." The festive decor and warm ambiance enhance visits, while the staff's kindness and attentiveness make it a "truly special place."

481 Reviews

V
Vikki
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was great, staff very friendly and helpful. The pub was great very cozy and welcoming. Overall great experience, highly recommend
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Cara
Dublin
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent afternoon, the staff are super. Food was delicious. Highly recommend
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Martin
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best Sunday roast we have ever had, the service was outstanding . Friendly and helpful staff. We will definitely return
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Dani
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything from the food to the service was exceptional! Highly recommend.
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Tereza
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Superb food and service. Would absolutely dine there again.
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Claire
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A lovely Sunday lunch with a full plate served with extra gravy. The food was lovely and the portion was very generous. I had been eyeing up the dessert menu but was so full I didn't have any room left. The staff were very friendly without being pushy and the decor was warm and welcoming. The yorkie was a little overdone for my taste but the roasties were beautifully crispy and done perfectly.
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James
Dublin
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Lovely Sunday lunch, croquettes starter was very tasty and the pork belly main was great. Unsure of Yorkshire pudding, but over all terrific. Guinness to great too.
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MIKE
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had the Roast was outstanding will definitely be back Sparkling water no charge that’s a first Staff amazing
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Michael
East Sussex
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Legal Eagle was a great find on our short trip to Dublin. The menu is proudly and recognisably Irish from the ingredients but does not include the usual stereotypical dishes that many of the alternative pubs and restaurants seem to serve. The service was welcoming and friendly without being intrusive and most of the diners seemed to be local so it's not a tourist trap. Its also quite close the The Cobblestone which is a landmark Dublin music pub, again with lots of local people. Why not kill two birds with one (cobble)stone?
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Tracy
VIP
Baltimore
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Simply splendid! Kate and Sara were so friendly, the food was amazing, and the atmosphere was cozy and warm on a cold Dublin night. Highly recommend!
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FAQs

The Legal Eagle does offer delivery in partnership with Deliveroo.

The Legal Eagle is rated 4.8 stars by 481 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1/2 Chancery Place, Dublin, Co. Dublin D07 HP40

Additional information

Cross Street
Inns Quay
Area
North City Centre
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:00 pm
Price
€30 and under
Cuisines
Irish, Tapas / Small Plates, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Rowen Babe
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Wine

Website
http://thelegaleagle.ie/
Phone number
(01) 555 2971
Private party facilities
We have a beautiful private dining room on our first floor, with views of the iconic Four Courts and capacity for up to 35 guests. Weddings, birthdays and private corporate events have all been held here. Call us for more information

The Legal Eagle

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Snack

Firehouse Sourdough, Newgrange rapeseed oil, Burren balsamic peat vinegar. V€4.00

Cashew labneh,heritage carrots, dukkah, Newgrange Gold rapeseed oil, sourdough., homemade flatbread. (V)€13.00

Chilli, lemon & coriander house marinated Gordal olives. V€5.00

Pigs on the Green ham & manchego cheese croquetas, romesco, parmesan.€8.00

Homemade crisps with smoked Achill sea salt and Burren peat vinegar. V€6.00

Shines tin of Irish sardines, Firehouse sourdough.€12.00

Ispini Charcuterie board - Bresola, Coppa, Chorizo, Fennel Salami, cornichons & sourdough.€22.00

Small Plates

Flynn's heirloom tomato, burrata, pickled garlic scapes, sherry vinegar, toasted pumpkin seeds.€15.00

Grilled asparagus, beetroot hummus, sunflower seed pesto. V€15.00

Tuna Tataki, spring onion & avocado salsa, ponzu, sesame, sriracha mayo.€17.00

Grilled gambas, Nahm Jim dipping sauce, toasted rice, coriander.

Larger Plates

Stuffed slow roast Hokkaido squash, pecan, brown rice, cranberry, crispy kale. (V)€26.00

Pigs on the Green pork chop, confit garlic mash, charred hispi cabbage, mustard sauce.€29.00

Half chicken, asparagus, peas, tarragon, sweet corn puree.€28.00

Cod, curried cauliflower, mussels, coconut sauce.€30.00

JJ Youngs dry-aged Rib-eye Angus steak, triple cooked chips, watercress, peppercorn sauce.€42.00

Desserts

Salted caramel tart€9.00

Baileys & coffee panna cotta.€9.00

Warm Christmas pudding, brandy crema. (V)€9.00

This month’s Irish cheeses with all the bits.€16.00

Sides

Triple cooked chips.€6.00

Confit garlic mash.€6.00

Hispi cabbage, smoked garlic butter.€6.00

Watermelon salad - black olive, feta, smoked salt, mint, basil, smoked olive oil dressing.€9.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

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