33 great wine bars and wine restaurants in Ireland 2026
From hidden gems and the must-visits, classic spots to newcomers – these are the best wine bars and restaurants in Ireland and Northern Ireland, selected by Star Wine List's regional ambassador.
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![64 Wine, a wine bar in Glasthule, Ireland.]()
Phone: +353 (01) 280 5664
Address: 64 Glasthule Road, Dublin
International Best Long List of the Year, presented by Château Galoupet 2025
64 Wine is a wine treasure trove. It’s not everyday nor every place that you can get the likes of Foradori, Etienne Sauzet and Cullen Peitit Verdot by the glass. There is also a wine bar menu, brunch and many exciting events throughout the year. Most important when visiting 64 Wine is to make time to explore their cellar – it really is magic what you’ll find.
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![Savoir Fare, a restaurant in Westport, Ireland.]()
Phone: (098) 60095
Address: Bridge Street, Cahernamart, Westport
Savoir Fare is exactly what a wino needs upon arrival in Westport: excellent quality small plates and cheeses with a concise, evolving wine selection to match. You can buy wines to take away or add eight-Euro corkage and enjoy them at the table. There are wine flights on offer as well. Savoi Fare has a brilliant concept with all the right things.
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![Frae, a restaurant in Holywood, UK.]()
Phone: 028 9578 8143
Address: 93 High Street, Holywood
Heading north of the capital? You have to stop at Frae in Holywood. The wine list is focused on natural wines (Gut Oggau, Fabien Jouves and the like) and for cheese, expect Youngbuck and many more. The broader menu is brilliant: focused and local snacks, sandwiches, plus à la carte. Wine and sandwiches – what more do you need?
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![Kelly's Resort Hotel & Spa, a restaurant and hotel in Wexford, Ireland.]()
Phone: (053) 913 2114
Address: Doogans Warren, Rosslare
Kelly’s is tucked away in the south east of Ireland. A long established hotel by the sea, they have a tremendous wine list, most of which they import directly. There are labels to be discovered from Burgundy, Bordeaux and the Rhône in particualar. Kelly’s is a great place to explore.
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![Prim’s Bookshop, a wine bar in Kinsale, Ireland.]()
Phone: 086 194 9842
Address: 43 Main Street, Kinsale
The first time I walked by the dimly lit Prim’s, it echoed a bar in Jerez. It's a bookshop by day that turns into a small sherry bar at night. The bar snacks pair perfectly with the sherry list, and if sherry isn’t your thing there is white, orange and red wine, plus Cava, on offer. Prim’s is the kind of bar every county should have.
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![Baba'de, a restaurant and wine bar in Baltimore, Ireland.]()
Phone: (028) 48112
Address: The Mews, Baltimore
The little sibling of Dede in Baltimore and conveniently located next door. As you would anticipate when a two-Michelin star restaurant opens a wine bar, it's going to be good. One of the remarkable things about the Dede experience is your palate tasting wines of bold flavours and textures – and learning just how insanely brilliant that can be. It’s an exciting wine adventure here.
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![A Fianco, a wine bar in Dublin, Ireland.]()
Phone: (01) 445 2691
Address: Unit 6, Norseman Court, Manor Street, Stoneybatter, Dublin 7
You will feel no greater welcome than when you enter the door of A Fianco. Roberto has created a menu and wine list that reflects his home in Calabria, and Italian wine as a whole (and he has a fantastic restaurant next door called Grano). A Fianco is the place you go and feel at home – it’s all things Italy and true hospitality. Not to be missed.
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![Woodruff, a restaurant in Dublin, Ireland.]()
Phone: +353 (01) 558 1362
Address: The Village, Unit 7, Enniskerry Road, Dublin 18
Woodruff: perennial plant native to Europe. Woodruff – the restaurant – is located in the village of Stepside and, as its name suggests, has a menu and wine list reflective of the bounty of amazing food and wine available on the continent. Much of the menu is sourced in Ireland, while the wine list focuses on organic, biodynamic and natural wines, including an amazing selection of grower Champagne, and wines from the Jura and Burgundy. Sustainability is threaded throughout the menu and wine list.
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![Wilde, a restaurant in Dublin, Ireland.]()
Phone: +353 (01) 646 3352
Address: Balfe Street, Dublin 2
Best Medium-Sized List of the Year International Open 2026
More hotel restaurants need wine lists like Wilde’s. There are many unique features to this list, such as “The Irish Wine Geese” section (telling the story of how Irish folk brought famous wineries to life), an extensive selection of Charles Heidsieck Champagne, and an explorative by-the-glass program. If you are in the city of Dublin, Wilde is well worth visiting.
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![Margadh, a wine bar in Dublin, Ireland.]()
Phone: (01) 547 5419
Address: RHA Gallery, 15 Ely Place, Dublin 2
Margadh means “market” and this place is a cafe by day and wine bar by night. The concept of a wine bar tasting menu is very exciting, particularly one that puts emphasis on Irish produce. There is also an à la carte menu, or you can just have a glass of wine. The wine list is super cool, with bottles from Greece to Austria and more. A sister venue to Mamó in Howth.
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![Rosa Madre, a restaurant in Dublin, Ireland.]()
Phone: +353 (01) 551 1206
Address: 7 Crow Street, Dublin
Italian Wine List of the Year International Open 2026
Rosa Madre is all that jazz! Located on Crow Street in the Temple Bar neighbourhood of Dublin, this is a great place to start your Irish wine road trip in style. Luca has everything you could want, from ‘grande marque’ Champagne, to outstanding Burgundy and Bordeaux selections, and the list goes on. Luca is an amazing host – if not just for his great selection of ‘Le Pergole Torte.’ And be sure to order the lobster!
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![Frank’s, a wine bar in Dublin, Ireland.]()
Phone: +353 089 208 3056
Address: Camden Street Lower, Saint Kevin's, Dublin
Frank’s is located in the heart of Dublin city centre, on Camden Street. They serve the wines they love – natural – around a large communal table, with a great buzz in the room. There’s a small food offering to complement the wines (which are also available for purchase). There are no reservations so walk in early to join the fun. Frank’s hosts some pretty cool winemaker events throughout the year, too.
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![Daróg Wine Bar, a wine bar in Galway, Ireland.]()
Phone: +353 (091) 565 813
Address: 56 Dominick Street Lower, Galway
International Sustainable Wine List of the Year, presented by Lingua Franca 2025
Darog (’small oak tree’ in Irish) is one of the newest wine bars to open in Ireland and is a venture from Sommelier Zsolt Lukas & his wife Edel featuring artisan wines from organic & biodynamic producers. Natural wines feature on the list too. Locally sourced food is also available; small plates, cheese and more. Wines are available retail too. No doubt more to come as Darog finds its roots. An excellent addition to Galway City.
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![Dede at Customs House, a restaurant in Baltimore, Ireland.]()
Phone: +353 (028) 48248
Address: Customs House, Baltimore
Dede is very much a destination restaurant, and rightfully so. It's tucked away in the far reaches of West Cork, with two Michelin stars and an equally fabulous wine list. The menu is Turkish-inspired, prepared by highly skilled and talented chef Ahmet Dede and team. The wine list is curated to a high level and if you don’t want to choose a gem from the extensive wine list, the tasting wines have been precisely chosen by Jacques. An excellent selection of Champagne, traditional classics with wines off the beaten track. It is wonderful when a restaurant that has a tremendous food offering pa...
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![The Black Pig, a restaurant and wine bar in Kinsale, Ireland.]()
Phone: +353 (21) 477 4101
Address: 66 Lower O'Connell Street, Kinsale
International By the Glass List of the Year, presented by Château d'Yquem 2025
The rustic back terrace of The Black Pig is like a miniature enchanted water garden. Before you know it, you are sipping Champagne, eating oysters, prawns with garlic butter, and fresh sourdough and moving swiftly on to Jean Folliard Côte du Py. The Black Pig is all things welcoming, eclectic and knowledgeable. You’ll always find something special on their list or back for an old favourite. A jewel in Kinsale’s crown.
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![MacCurtain Wine Cellar, a wine bar in Cork, Ireland.]()
Phone: +353 (21) 455 1533
Address: 11 MacCurtain Street, Victorian Quarter, Cork
Best Long List of the Year International Open 2026
MacCurtain Wine cellar is the addition Cork City wine lovers needed. Sean and Trudy have joined a bustling street of establishments bringing a great vibe to the Cork hospitality scene. MWC doesn’t have a kitchen, but they are still serving up great plates from Burrata to Braesola. They are new on the scene in Cork but have a resume that will take them from strength to strength. Don’t miss out on a stool in the window to watch Cork City's happenings with a great glass of wine.
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![L'Atitude 51, a wine bar in Cork, Ireland.]()
Phone: +353 (021) 239 0219
Address: 1 Union Quay, Centre, Cork
L’Atitude 51 is one of Ireland’s best-known and long-established wine bars. The wine list has more than 400 listings and is heavily focused on natural & organic/bio-dynamic producers. The setting is laid-back and welcoming, you can drop in for a glass of wine, or stay the evening with a few bottles. Grabbing a few small plates from their locally sourced menu and some wine for takeaway is also an option. L’Atitude is part wine bar, part wine shop and also offers a broad range of funky wine events. The wines by the glass list is extensive and their wine list is brilliantly laid out.
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![UNioN Wine, Bar & Kitchen, a restaurant and wine bar in Waterford, Ireland.]()
Phone: +353 (51) 574 519
Address: 11 The Mall, Waterford, Co Waterford
UNioN Wine, Bar & Restaurant is a new addition to the restaurant scene in Waterford city. The wine list is broad, from Grower Champagne to Sherry, skin contact wines, and Vin Jaune by the glass, through to the classics of Burgundy and old vintages of Rioja and wine on tap. The wine list is destined to be in constant evolution, and the menu will change with the seasons. Union will also have a wine club called “Somm on the Mall”, with a focus on wine education. (Editor's note: Star Wine List's ambassador Morgan VanderKamer also is a co-owner of UNioN.)
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![Beach House Restaurant, a restaurant in Waterford, Ireland.]()
Phone: +353 (051) 338 270
Address: Turkey Road, Tramore East, Tramore
The Beachhouse is an oasis of wonderful food and an excellent wine list tucked away in the seaside town of Tramore. The wine list is Burgundy strong with flickers of Austria, Germany & Spain and Jura. Their menu is concise but superb with a vegetable garden visible from the tiny dining room. The room is pristinely white and calm; when you step into the Beach House there is nothing to think other than what you will drink & eat. Open Lunch only.
Beach House Restaurant is temporarily closed.
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![Green Acres, a restaurant in Wexford, Ireland.]()
Phone: +353 (53) 912 2975
Address: 2 Lower george's Street, Wexford
Green Acres has a renowned cellar. Located in Wexford, Green Acres has a restaurant serving robust dishes alongside its extensive wine list; From En Primeur to Champagne, an extensive collection of large format bottles, and more. Green Acres is well established in Wexford and Ireland and specialises in all areas of the wine industry, from tastings to wine cellar valuation.
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![Volpe Nera, a restaurant in Dublin, Ireland.]()
Phone: +353 (01) 278 8516
Address: 22 Newtown Park, Newtownpark, Blackrock
Volpe Nera, located in Blackrock, Co. Dublin, offers a food menu and wine list that will keep you coming back for more. The range is broad, and there are knowledgeable people to guide you with their passion for wine. Dishes are inventive and flavoursome and lend themselves to the likes of Kumeu River, Lopez de Heredia, and, if you are lucky, Domaine Huet. Blackrock is a must outside of the city centre, and Volpe Nera is a great place to start.
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![Loose Canon, a wine bar in Dublin, Ireland.]()
Address: 29 Drury Street, Dublin
Want to people-watch while sipping something orange, natural or off the beaten track? Then the window seat at Loose Canon is the perfect match. You can snack on a delicious toastie, which Loose Canon is known for, or a cheeseboard. To finish, you can buy a bottle to go. Loose Canon is the perfect stop while taking a city centre stroll.
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![Piglet Wine Bar, a wine bar in Dublin, Ireland.]()
Phone: +353 (01) 707 9786
Address: Piglet Wine Bar, 5 Cow's Lane, Dublin
Piglet Wine Bar, located in Temple Bar, has a broad range of wines with a particular focus on Italy and European wines. Start with a glass of Pineau des Charentes or a glass of German Riesling while you browse the extensive list of Italian gems, some with a solid few years of bottle age or large format Le Pergole Torte. Thibault is always forthcoming with a recommendation or a surprise of something worth trying. You can enjoy small plates or have your dinner while sitting outside on their terrace.
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![Ely Wine Bar, a wine bar in Dublin, Ireland.]()
Phone: +353 (01) 676 8986
Address: 22 Ely Place, Dublin 2
Ely Wine Bar is the original wine bar in Ireland. Established in 1999, Ely offers an extensive range of wines from across the globe. The wine program is led by Ian Brosnan, who delivers a wine list that accommodates no matter what you might seek for your wine glass. You’ll find iconic wines from Henschke to ArPePe and everything in between. Located in the heart of Dublin and thriving, Ely is a must for wine drinkers, but you’ll also find clever cocktails and Whiskeys on the menu.
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![Note, a wine bar in Dublin, Ireland.]()
Phone: +353 (01) 244 7344
Address: 26 Fenian Street, Dublin
Note was a welcome establishment to the natural wine scene in Dublin in 2022. An unassuming exterior leads you into a bustling wine bar, simply decorated with an engaging wine list, starting with Bugey Cerdon by the glass through to skin contact Palomino and more. There are a few bar seats where you can watch the action happen, but you just want to get a seat and have a bite to eat and start exploring the range of small producers and wines with a lot of heart.
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![Uno Mas, a restaurant in Dublin, Ireland.]()
Phone: +353 (01) 475 8538
Address: 6 Aungier Street, Dublin
Etto is the sister restaurant and led the way for Uno Mas on Aungier Street in Dublin. Uno Mas is a must-try when in the city. Spain is the focus of both the menu and the wine list at Uno Mas. From Fino Sherry, Raventos Cava and Vermouth by the glass all the way through to some of Spain’s finest bottles. Uno Mas delivers on atmosphere, food and service. The wine is the icing on the cake, and the overall experience is always memorable.
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![Forest Avenue, a wine bar in Dublin, Ireland.]()
Phone: [email protected]
Address: 8 Sussex Terrace, Sussex Rd, Dublin 4
Forest Avenue draws you in from its name alone. John and Sandy’s restaurant was an immediate icon in Dublin and has always had a focused wine list to pair with its contemporary menu. From Austria to Spain you’ll find a special glass or bottle. In its original identity, Forest Avenue was an open-plan restaurant with full views of the kitchen. In pandemic times, they evolved and became a grocer with a broad range of wines, including their own label. Since restaurant life has returned, Forest Avenue has evolved into a wine bar. The atmosphere, food and wine list reflect the talented team leadin...
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![Amy Austin, a wine bar in Dublin, Ireland.]()
Phone: +353-(0)1-548-6255
Address: Drury Street, Dublin 2
A buzzy wine bar in the city centre, located in a small space outside of one of Dublin's busiest parking establishments! Loud music sets the tone, and the wine list offers glasses from Beaujolais to California. Wine on tap is a focus here and you can find Matthiasson Sauvignon Blanc from Napa to organic Trepat & Xarel-lo Vermel. A small but hip place that you'll miss if you blink and, without a doubt, an energetic space where you can enjoy dishes from bone marrow to tuna tartare. (Editor's note: Star Wine List's ambassador Morgan VanderKamer consulted on the list for Amy Austin.)
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![Monty’s of Kathmandu, a wine bar and restaurant in Dublin, Ireland.]()
Phone: +353 (01) 670 4911
Address: 28 Eustace Street, Dublin 2
International California Wine List of the Year, presented by Pahlmeyer 2025
Monty’s of Kathmandu in Dublin has a wow factor wine list. It is Champagne hefty, and you can have a Krug experience if you want to splash out. There is a Santa Rita-sponsored private room where you can experience a bit of everything, from flights to the underground caves of the best Champagne has to offer. It doesn’t stop there; you can get from Alsace to China and many vineyards in between. All these wines can be paired with ‘Nepal’, Nepalese tapas.
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Phone: +353 (01) 559 4234
Address: 3 Terenure Road North, Terenure, Dublin 6W
David Gallagher created Green Man wines and has had continued success over the years, bringing great wines to the residents of Terenure and the Dublin trade. Dave has a solid team in place and has a broad wine business at Green Man. Starting with the retail shop through to a wine club, numerous events each year, and a walk-ins-only wine bar from Thursday to Saturday. When you walk into Green Man, you are in good hands and there is never a shortage of fine wines, quirky wines, and boundless knowledge.
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![Bar Pez, a wine bar in Dublin, Ireland.]()
Phone: +353 (01) 567 0577
Address: Unit 3, College Court, Kevin Street Lower, Dublin
Best Medium-Sized List of the Year International Open 2026
Bar Pez is a very recent addition to the Irish wine bar family and is very much “a bar focused on wine and food”. Seafood is the focus and to match there is a daily- changing wines by the glass, with Sherry, skin-contact and Grower Champagnes on offer with Coravin. There is a wealth of Burgundy on the list which is cleverly organised by “Oceans | Rivers | Mountains | Hills & Plains.” If you go once, you’ll definitely go a second time. Sibling venue to Fish Shop and The Beach House.
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![Fish Shop, a restaurant in Dublin, Ireland.]()
Phone: + 353 (01) 557 1473
Address: 76 Benburb Street, Dublin
Fish Shop is tucked away on Benburb Street on the North Side city centre of Dublin. A small space with a bustling atmosphere, Fish Shop has a concise wine list with a glass of something for everyone. Ranging from Sherry to California Pinot and a growing interest in skin contact wines, there’s your perfect match to cockles and fish and chips.
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![OX Cave, a wine bar and restaurant in Belfast, UK.]()
Phone: +44 28 9023 2567
Address: 3 Oxford Street, Belfast
OX in Belfast is a gem. When you enter the dining room, you are met with a menu and pairing that will transcend your experience. From Savennières to Emilio Hidalgo Sherry, you will, from start to finish, be left wanting more. The menu is as intriguing as the wine and the service is superb. You will find yourself next door at Cave by Ox having shavings of cheese and Port to finish. No matter where you are in Ireland, you'll want to go to OX; it's miles ahead, all around.
