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Balfes

A self-styled cross between Parisian chic and New York cool, the stylish Balfes offers not only a stylish room and good food but it's also perfect for people watching - making this a popular spot
Open 7 days. Mon-Fri, breakfast 8-11.30am, all-day menu 12-close; Sat & Sun, brunch 10am-5pm, all-day menu 5pm-close; €15 lunch special available every day 12-6pm. Outdoor terrace (sets 20). MasterCard, Visa. abbreviations

A self-styled cross between Parisian chic and New York cool, the atmospheric outdoor terrace of this fashionable restaurant on the ground floor of the Westbury Hotel is a prime people-watching spot that’s reminiscent of a Parisian brasserie, while the slick white metro tiles, zinc bar and black leather banquette seating running along one wall give the interior a smart, sophisticated vibe.


Balfes offers a very generous cut above the usual hotel fare. In fact, you might never even suspect that it’s a hotel restaurant until the bill comes with a line for your room number. The menu runs from homemade breakfast pastries right through to lunch, dinnertime and cocktails, with an appealing brunch menu available at weekends.


There’s a strong focus on Irish ingredients, especially seafood and beef, and the menu is well thought out. Even something as simple as a roast vegetable open sandwich is served with Toonsbridge mozzarella and the vegetables get a turn on the Josper grill, giving them a smoky depth of flavour.


Especially worth looking out for is the €15 lunch special that changes every day, ranging from half a roast chicken with stuffing, roast carrots and parsnips and home-cut chips at  weekends to a braised beef short rib with bourguignon sauce on a Thursday, perhaps, or a duck confit on a Wednesday. For dessert, the mixed berries with Champagne sabayon is a stunner and is not to be missed.


But if you think that this is a hidden gem because of it’s tucked-away location and that you’ll have the place to yourself, think again. Word is definitely out and tables are much in demand, so reservations at the weekend are a good idea when the place attracts a well-heeled Grafton Street shopping crowd and friends meeting up for a glass of wine and a bite to eat.


A stylish room plus good food - and a great location - make this a popular spot.

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  • Location - Town Centre
  • Contemporary International
  • Early Bird / Value Menu Available
  • Informal
  • Party Venue
  • Sunday Dining
Last Updated: 03-01-2015
Author: Georgina Campbell
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