Donnybrook · 1 Belmont Avenue
Marco Pierre White Courtyard Bar & Grill
A steakhouse with a courtyard setting for dinner. Visit the restaurant directly for current menus and reservations.
For checked-in EirStay guests
Donnybrook,
at your pace.
A small, leafy corner of Dublin 4 for slow mornings, a considered dinner and an easy stretch of park or river path.
Make yourself at home
Settle in first.
Once you’ve dropped your bags, take a walk and get to know the neighbourhood. Find a spot for coffee, pick up a few things for breakfast and see what’s nearby. This guide will help you choose where to eat and what to do during your stay, whether you have a full day to explore or just a couple of hours. Leave a little time for whatever catches your eye along the way.
Tables & provisions
Eat & pick up
Locality labels are included to make the distance clear. Check menus, tables and opening details with each venue.
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Restaurants
Ballsbridge · wider neighbourhood
Roly’s Bistro
Irish dining with steaks and seafood; Roly’s Café Shop is also on site. See the restaurant’s own opening-hours page when planning.
Bath Avenue · further afield
The Old Spot
A gastropub option for lunch or dinner at 14 Bath Avenue, Sandymount, beyond Donnybrook village.
Nearby · Ballsbridge
16 Merrion Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4
Baan Thai Ballsbridge
A Thai restaurant in adjoining Ballsbridge with dine-in reservations, delivery and click-and-collect. Its menu identifies coeliac-friendly, halal and vegan options, making it a useful nearby choice when a group has different dietary needs.
Nearby · Ballsbridge
53 Shelbourne Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, D04 XC66
Mae
A modern Irish restaurant above The French Paradox in adjoining Ballsbridge, best suited to a planned dinner. The seasonal menu and compact dining room make this a more special-occasion option than an everyday takeaway.
Nearby · Ballsbridge
2 Merrion Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4
Al Boschetto
An established Italian restaurant at the Donnybrook-facing end of Ballsbridge, with reservations, collection and delivery available directly. It is useful for pizza, pasta and an uncomplicated group dinner close to the village.
Nearby · Ballsbridge
18 Merrion Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, D04 Y2T2
Base Wood Fired Pizza Ballsbridge
A nearby branch specialising in wood-fired pizza, useful for straightforward collection or delivery after a long day. The dedicated Ballsbridge page links the current menu and ordering rather than sending guests through an unsupported directory.
Further nearby · Sandymount
6A Sandymount Green, Dublin 4, D04 XY70
BuJo Sandymount
A burger restaurant on Sandymount Green, farther east than the village but useful when combining food with a visit to Sandymount. Its official location page provides direct ordering and the current branch address.
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Coffee & brunch
Donnybrook · Morehampton Road
Happy Out
Coffee, toasties and brunch in Donnybrook, with tables that can be booked through the venue.
Herbert Park · Ballsbridge
Lolly & Cooks
A coffee stop in Herbert Park, useful alongside a park circuit or a tennis booking.
Ballsbridge · wider neighbourhood
Roly’s Café Shop
The café-shop counterpart to Roly’s Bistro, for a coffee stop in Ballsbridge. Check Roly’s own page for current details.
Local · Donnybrook village
4 Donnybrook Mall, Dublin 4
The Natural Bakery Donnybrook
A local bakery counter in Donnybrook Mall for coffee, bread, pastries and takeaway breakfast supplies. It is especially practical on the first morning or when guests want something quick without committing to a sit-down brunch.
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Supermarkets & food shops
Donnybrook · Donnybrook Mall
Tesco Donnybrook Express
Everyday groceries at Units 5–7, Donnybrook Mall, D04 C8X3. Check the store locator for current details.
Morehampton Road · D04 K6F2
Donnybrook Fair
Groceries, a deli and prepared meals at 87–91 Morehampton Road: useful for a first-night supper or food to take home.
Herbert Park · Sundays
Herbert Park Market
A fresh-food alternative, not a supermarket: produce, baked goods and hot food. The operator lists the usual Sunday schedule as 11am–4pm; check for changes.
Nearby · Beggars Bush
7 South Lotts Road, Beggars Bush, Dublin 4
Lotts & Co. Beggars Bush
A speciality grocer in adjoining Beggars Bush for fresh food, pantry items, prepared dishes and harder-to-find ingredients. It is worth knowing about for a dinner shop or picnic provisions beyond the everyday supermarkets in Donnybrook.
Local · Morehampton Road
97A Morehampton Road, Donnybrook, Dublin 4, D04 R8W6
Nourish Donnybrook
A health-food shop directly on Morehampton Road for supplements, natural foods, snacks and specialist pantry products. It is a helpful local stop for guests seeking items that may not appear in a standard convenience shop.
A suggested first morning
Three easy stops. No rush.
1 — Happy Out
Start on Morehampton Road with coffee or brunch, then check the day’s plan.
2 — Herbert Park & Lolly & Cooks
Take the paths around the park, stopping for a coffee if it suits your pace.
3 — Tesco or Donnybrook Fair
Pick up everyday groceries or a prepared meal for later. On Sunday, consider the Herbert Park Market instead.
Move, stretch & unwind
Wellness & fitness
Options for a workout or a gentler day. Paid facilities are not included in your EirStay booking; confirm visitor access, fees and class availability directly before travelling.
Donnybrook · Donnybrook House
RAW Gyms
A local gym option for strength training and fitness classes. Check the Donnybrook timetable and ask about suitable short-stay or visitor access before booking.
Baggot Street Lower · Dublin 2
FLYEfit Baggot Street
A gym option beyond Donnybrook, at 15–16 Baggot Street Lower, above Tesco. Facilities include free weights, cardio equipment, strength training and fitness classes. Check current access options, fees and the local class timetable before visiting.
Donnybrook · class options
Yoga & Pilates-inspired movement
RAW’s class range includes Raw Flow, combining yoga- and Pilates-inspired movement, and Raw Reformer. Check which sessions run in Donnybrook, suitability and booking requirements; listings cover more than one club.
Clonskeagh · further afield
David Lloyd Dublin Riverview
A membership club with a gym, pools, yoga, Pilates and spa facilities. Contact the club about visitor eligibility and access to specific facilities; do not assume walk-in or day-pass admission.
Herbert Park · Ballsbridge
Outdoor movement
Use the park paths for a walk or an easy jog, or try the outdoor gym. For a quieter break, explore the native tree trail and duck pond. Follow park notices and choose a pace that suits you.
Herbert Park · public courts
A game of tennis
Public courts can be booked through Herbert Park Tennis. Advance booking is required; check current fees and equipment-hire arrangements with Lolly & Cooks before heading over.
Local · Brookvale
4 Brookvale, Dublin 4, D04 YH10
Donnybrook Lawn Tennis Club
A long-established local tennis club near the village. It is useful for guests considering regular play or coaching during a longer stay, but court access is membership-based, so enquire with the club rather than assuming casual admission.
Further nearby · Belfield
University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4
UCD Sport & Fitness
A large fitness facility on the UCD Belfield campus with gym floors, classes and a 50-metre swimming pool. It is farther from Donnybrook village, but valuable for guests specifically seeking serious swim or training facilities.
Outside, nearby
Wander out.
These are good anchors rather than a checklist. Let the weather set the pace.
Fresh air
Park, river, strand.
Herbert Park has paths, a duck pond, playground, outdoor gym and a native tree trail. The River Dodder can be a pleasant path suggestion; access and route continuity can vary, so follow conditions locally. Sandymount Strand is farther away: enjoy the promenade, respect tides and do not wade out.
Herbert Park council detailsHerbert Park Maps search
Sandymount Strand Maps search
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Things to do
Herbert Park
Walk the paths, visit the duck pond, playground, outdoor gym or native tree trail; check the council’s park page for practical details.
Council detailsDirections · Maps searchHerbert Park tennis
Book a court through Herbert Park Tennis. Lolly & Cooks can make a useful nearby coffee stop.
Tennis bookingDirections · Maps searchHerbert Park Market
On Sundays, the operator lists produce, baked goods and hot food, usually 11am–4pm. Check their page for any schedule change.
Operator detailsDirections · Maps searchAviva Stadium & RDS
For match, concert, exhibition and event listings, check the official venue calendars and ticket availability before making plans.
Nearby · Beggars Bush
Beggars Bush Barracks, Haddington Road, Dublin 4, D04 E0C9
National Print Museum
A specialist museum in the old Garrison Chapel at Beggars Bush Barracks, covering Ireland’s printing history. It offers a manageable cultural outing near Donnybrook, with current exhibitions and visit details published on its own site.
Local · Anglesea Road
Anglesea Road, Dublin 4, D04 H765
Pembroke Library
A Dublin City Council library close to Donnybrook and Herbert Park, offering a quiet indoor stop, general collections and a programme that includes family events. Check its council page for current event and access details.
Local · River Dodder
Herbert Park to Donnybrook Road, Dublin 4
Dodder Greenway
A riverside walking and cycling route with a completed section linking Herbert Park and Donnybrook Road. It gives guests an easy way to extend a local park visit into a longer walk without choosing a cross-city attraction.
Further nearby · Sandymount
Strand Road, Dublin 4
Sandymount Promenade
A seafront promenade along Sandymount Strand with views across Dublin Bay. This is a farther-nearby outing rather than a village amenity, best paired with Sandymount Green or lunch in the adjoining neighbourhood.
After-hours, at your pace
Nightlife
Check each venue’s official page for current opening information, booking or entry requirements before setting out. A listing is not a promise of a table, walk-in access or a particular service.
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Bars & pubs
Local · Donnybrook
135 Morehampton Road, Donnybrook, Dublin, D04 HX46
The Morehampton
A local Donnybrook pub for draft beer, whiskey, cocktails and pub food, with an official booking route.
Local · Donnybrook
1 Belmont Avenue, Donnybrook, Dublin 4
Marco Pierre White Courtyard Bar & Grill
A courtyard bar-and-grill option for a more formal drink or dinner; the operator publishes menus and a table-request route.
Local · Morehampton Road
83–85 Morehampton Road, Donnybrook, Dublin 4
McCloskeys of Donnybrook
A traditional local pub on Morehampton Road with food, a terrace and televised sport. It is a practical village choice for a pint or match night and is distinct from the nightlife venues already included in the guide.
Nearby · Ballsbridge
53 Shelbourne Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, D04 XC66
The French Paradox
An independent French wine shop and upstairs tasting room in adjoining Ballsbridge, offering bottles, cheeses, charcuterie, wine flights and tastings. It works for either buying wine to take home or planning a quieter evening out.
Nearby · Ballsbridge
13 Ballsbridge Terrace, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4
The Bridge 1859
A pub in the centre of adjoining Ballsbridge, particularly useful around rugby and event days near the RDS or Aviva. Expect a busier sports-pub atmosphere than Donnybrook’s quieter dining spots, especially when major fixtures are on.
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Wine spots
Further afield in Dublin 4
17 Baggot Street Upper, Dublin 4 (D04 V4P5)
Bobby's
A Dublin 4 wine-and-food venue with bubbles, beers, a dedicated wine-and-cocktail menu and live-music programming; use the operator booking link.
Plan the way back
Check the current route before you go
Use the official planner from your exact apartment address or Eircode, and check live options before leaving. Do not assume the last connection or nearest stop.
Travel without guesswork
Getting around
Routes and stops vary by apartment location, service works and time of day.
Plan from your exact apartment
Use the exact apartment address or Eircode from your booking in the official journey planner. Check the current nearby stops, routes and live options before leaving; do not rely on an assumed nearest stop.
Transport for Ireland plannerLuas tram
Luas is Dublin’s tram network. Check the official map and service updates for the stop that suits your exact apartment and destination.
Luas map and updatesDART & rail
The DART is Dublin’s coastal rail service. Use Irish Rail for current DART and rail timetables, stations and service notices.
Irish Rail service infoAirport travel
For current airport coach routes, use Aircoach and check the stop for your exact departure point. A prebooked taxi is another option when it fits your journey.
Check Aircoach routesEvent days
The Aviva Stadium and RDS host events. Check the venue calendar and use the journey planner on the day if you are visiting for a match or concert.
Useful, just in case
First-time essentials
Simple checks for plugs, phone charging, medicines and emergencies.
Ireland · Type G
Electricity and phone charging
Ireland uses Type G: three rectangular-pin blades, 230 V and 50 Hz. An adapter changes pin shape only; it does not convert voltage or frequency. An adapter is not a charger: choose a charger with a UK/Irish plug, and choose a USB-C or Lightning cable to match your phone. Check the charger input says 100–240 V~ (50/60 Hz); do not use a 110/120 V-only device on Irish mains without suitable conversion.
Electrical safety guidance ↗City-centre trip · further afield
Currys Jervis for adapters, chargers and cables
Unit 13–15 Jervis Shopping Centre, Dublin, D01 E7W2. Currys officially lists travel adapters, phone chargers and USB cables/adaptors, but category or collection pages do not guarantee shelf stock. Check online collection/stock or phone before making a special trip.
Everyday
Chemist / pharmacy for medicines
Use the HSE pharmacy information to find a chemist for medicines, then confirm the branch opening hours directly before you go.
HSE pharmacy information ↗Directions · Maps searchEmergency
112 or 999
For emergencies, call 112 or 999.
Emergency information ↗Local · Morehampton Road
75 Morehampton Road, Donnybrook, Dublin 4, D04 FE06
Boots Donnybrook
A named pharmacy on Morehampton Road for prescriptions, medicines, toiletries and travel essentials. The dedicated branch page gives guests a reliable local alternative to the guide’s existing generic pharmacy-search advice.
Nearby · Ballsbridge
56 Serpentine Avenue, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, D04 DR40
Murrays Ballsbridge Pharmacy
An independent family-run pharmacy in adjoining Ballsbridge, useful as a second named option for prescriptions, pharmacist advice, medicines and skincare. Check the pharmacy directly when a particular service or product matters.
Nearby · Ballsbridge
3–7 Bath Avenue, Dublin 4, D04 VXA0
Ballsbridge Post Office
The nearest clearly verified An Post branch found during this review, in adjoining Ballsbridge. Use it for stamps, parcels, registered post and listed counter services, and check the official locator before carrying anything bulky.