Dining

Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud ✿✿

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The exterior of a historic building illuminated in green, with a flag atop, set against a twilight sky.

During our Ireland 2023 trip, the Hadlands and Morgans planned it around Carter’s and Mitch’s birthdays. For Carter’s birthday dinner, he chose Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud, a two-Michelin-starred restaurant in Dublin’s city center, located beside the 5-star Merrion Hotel. The cuisine is contemporary Irish with French classical roots, and it is acclaimed both nationally and internationally. – but of course, what else would Carter choose? 😂🤷‍♂

Exterior view of Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud in Dublin, featuring a Michelin 2024 two-star plaque and the restaurant's name displayed on the wall.
Interior view of Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud in Dublin, featuring waitstaff at the bar, a display of liquor bottles, and contemporary artwork on golden walls.
The Art Deco bar was like taking a step back in time.

Le Bar

A bartender standing behind a stylish, curved black bar with golden accents, surrounded by a collection of various bottles displayed in a circular shelf against a yellow wall.
The menu cover of Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud in Dublin, featuring the restaurant's name and logo.

Le Diner

I have been to many fine restaurants in my 57 years. Many Michelin-starred ones in my portfolio, and some of the most elegant ones in Paris when I lived there from 1997 to 2000. I must say that Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud was one of the most elegant establishments to haute cuisine I have dined. Dublin, in general, has excellent food, from pubs to starred restaurants, such as this one.

A decorative metal sculpture of a mushroom with a small seated figure beside it, placed on a table covered with a white tablecloth.
A close-up of a green dessert served in a glass dish, garnished with a small leaf and pieces of another ingredient, placed on a white plate with a fork beside it.
A plated dish featuring thinly sliced scallops drizzled with oil, topped with a small serving of caviar and garnished with two microgreens.
A beautifully plated dish featuring seared foie gras on a white plate, garnished with small crispy pieces and surrounded by a caramel sauce and pieces of fruit.
A close-up view of a delicate dessert served at Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud, featuring a creamy layer topped with crispy elements and hazelnuts.
A beautifully presented dish featuring beef tenderloin, garnished with sauce and decorative elements like green purée and white sauce.
A gourmet dish featuring mixed greens, a creamy cheese, and two sauces on a white plate.
Two young men clinking wine glasses in an elegant restaurant setting, with a decorative background and dining table.
Happy Birthday Carter
A gourmet dessert featuring a square piece of cake topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, garnished with gold leaf and chocolate sauce on a decorative plate.
A plate featuring an assortment of elegant pastries, including mini cakes topped with chocolate and cream, and colorful macarons in various flavors.
An abstract painting with a predominantly blue and gray palette, framed in a wooden frame, displayed against a green background.
I really liked this painting – amazing it did not come home in my suitcase.
A group of four men poses together for a selfie in a lively bar setting, illuminated by colorful lights.
After hours – we all turned green – the luck of the Irish 🍀💚

TheHad, Carter, Jim, Mitch, and Bill.

The exterior of The Norseman pub in Temple Bar, Dublin, features a sign displaying its establishment year, 1696, surrounded by greenery and a lively atmosphere with people gathered outside.
Last stop – the Norwegians insisted.

I think Bill must have somehow picked up the tab for my son’s birthday dinner. Oops. I owe you one Bill 💚. This was a truly exceptional meal.

A collage of exquisite dishes served at Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud, featuring various presentations of contemporary Irish cuisine, including appetizers, main courses, and desserts.

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  1. Ron says:
    November 14, 2025 at 6:11 pm

    Wish we had been with you!

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