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Little Mike’s

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Little Mike’s

A chic wine bar and seafood restaurant, Gaz Smith’s Little Mike’s is delighting southsiders with its unique brand of deliciously fresh Irish seafood cooked with love and served with flair
Seats 30 (+ some outdoor tables). Open Wed 5-10pm, Thu-Sun 12-10pm. MasterCard, Visa. abbreviations

Opening a few doors down from the incredibly popular Michael’s, Little Mike’s has given the denizens of Mount Merrion yet another top class neighbourhood restaurant, courtesy of the talented Gareth (Gaz) Smith.


While the original Michael’s isn’t overly focused on its décor, Little Mike’s is sleek, chic and comfortable. Muted greys, an Italian marble counter and elegant stemware lend a sophisticated vibe to this exciting wine-bar-cum-seafood restaurant.


Three counter areas seat 14 and come with extra comfy stools: diners will undoubtedly favour the ones facing the chefs’ station where Gaz and his crew cook up the incredible parade of fish-focused treats, with lots of theatricality and fun. There’s also a snug, a compact windowless dining room, with several small tables accommodating another 15 guests, and a few tables outdoors which will be hotly contested on fine evenings.


Gaz’s food epitomises his zest for life and generosity of character. Spirited, driven and fun, his menus are a celebration of Ireland’s ocean bounty, changing daily according to the day’s catch. He has a close relationship with the fisherman in Howth and Clogherhead and is, arguably, turning out the most exciting seafood in the country.


Everything is big – the flavours, the portions, the sense of fun.


Plates are stacked high with the freshest of delights. A signature seafood platter might feature Skerries black sole, halibut or surf n turf alongside Lambay Island crab claws, lobster fishcakes, Clogherhead prawns, mussels and clams in lemon butter with fat, fluffy chips. It’s a feast worth diving into. A seafood bowl is equally tempting, this time with Irish John Dory as the star, or perhaps plump mussels or great prawn fritti with punchy aoili.


Meat eaters will always find exceptional steaks on offer, sourced from top Sutton butcher Rick Higgins, and there’s a lovely charcuterie selection for those with a smaller appetite. A prolific social media user, you’ll frequently see the day’s catch, or generously marbled steaks posted by Gaz each morning, enticing you to book a spontaneous table. This is never a bad idea, as every meal here is a triumph, overseen by the professional skills of Little Mike’s manager, Keith Hallissey.


Every bit the contemporary wine bar, the extensive and imaginative list, compiled by Michael’s manager, Talha Pasha, focuses strongly on biodynamic, organic and natural wines. With over 20 choices by the glass, as well as sherry and port, the plan is to offer you something new, different and delicious. It’s all designed to complement the delicious food, but you’re just as welcome to order olives or Gaz’s signature arancini and simply enjoy the wine list.


Booking is recommended although a handful of seats are kept for walk-ins. Once you’ve eaten in this fabulous little place you’ll want to come back. Again and again.



 

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