The French Paradox Wine Shop & Wine Bar, Dublin

Rating summary

Food

Service
Value

Atmosphere

Average prices

US$12 - US$59

Cuisine

French, European, Wine Bar, Gluten Free Options

Meals

Dinner, Lunch, After-hours

Restaurant features

Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards

Good for

Special Occasion Dining, Romantic

Open Hours

Monday

10:30 - 22:00

Tuesday

10:30 - 22:00

Wednesday

10:30 - 22:00

Thursday

10:30 - 22:00

Friday

10:30 - 22:00

Saturday

10:30 - 23:00

Location and Contact Information

Address: 53, Shelbourne road | Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, Ireland
Location: Europe > Ireland > Province of Leinster > County Dublin > Dublin
Phone Number: +353 1 660 4068
E-mail

Description

Ballsbridge's The French Paradox is the stuff of food legend. Imagine this, you have popped in to buy a bottle of wine from the range of more than 150. Hang on a minute, they offer freshly baked bread too... And cigars, cheeses, oils. It is enough to make your stomach gurgle with longing. And how on earth are you going to choose from those bottles, each one glinting at you cheekily? I suppose you could head for the tasting room and just try a little sip of wine and, seeing as your there, a dish or two from the amazing menu of French tapas-style dishes. A little charcuterie, a few cheeses, perhaps a larger salad or omelette now your stomach is in the mood. Now, what was it you came out for again?

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ACanadianinDublin

Dublin, Ireland

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Experience the South of France in Dublin

The French Paradox is what you dream of having as your neighbourhood bistro... I count myself as truly blessed that this beautiful, authentic wine bar and bistro established itself when I moved to Dublin way back in 2002! The owners Tania and Pierre and the...More

Thank ACanadianinDublin

Hi ACanadianinDublin, thank you so much for such a lovely lovely review! We're so happy you enjoy our restaurant so much. :) We hope you come back again very soon! Have a lovely evening, from the team at The French Paradox

Andy C

Kells, Ireland

4116

Reviewed 9 August 2018

Same again

During Dublin Horse Show for many years we always have one evening at The French Paradox. It has become a most enjoyable tradition usually with a largish party. We were again there last night and had a splendid evening with delicious French food and wines...More

Thank Andy C

Hi Andy, Thank you so much for the lovely review. We are very happy that you enjoyed your time at The French Paradox! We hope you visit again very soon :) Have a lovely evening.

freddieconnolly

1712

Reviewed 7 August 2018 via mobile

Careful of the wine cost

I went into French Paradox today having been there many years ago The menu is very basic I was about to order the Veal Cassoulet and then a bottle of wine just for myself The prices on the labels of the wine are no reflection...More

Thank freddieconnolly

Dear freddieconnolly, We appreciate you taking the time to write your review, as it is only with feedback that we can endeavour to improve the service that we offer. We try hard to keep the standards up and regret that, in your case, a simple...More

nilsbazoche

London, United Kingdom

Reviewed 30 July 2018

Wonderful food, wine, ambiance, staff

Great venue for lunch or dinner. Extremely popular on rugby days so booking essential well in advance!

Thank nilsbazoche

HI nilsbazoche, thank you so much for the lovely review! We are so happy you enjoyed our little French paradise! we look forward to welcoming you bback!

lisdilure

unknown

7933

Reviewed 15 July 2018 via mobile

Short and sweet

We didn’t have much time and we had no booking (it was jam packed) but we were accommodated at the bar and had a quick and tasty meal. Service was very friendly.

Thank lisdilure

Hi lisdilure, thjank you for your positive review. We are very happy you enjoyed your experience at The French Paradox, even at its busiest! We hope you have a lovely day! From all the staff at The French Paradox

wardie2017

County Dublin, Ireland

10822

Reviewed 14 July 2018

A really nice pre-concert meal

We booked a table in advance for a pre-concert meal. The menu, whilst limited, was really very good. Accompanied by a fine wine list - with many choices available by the glass, we really enjoyed our visit.

Thank wardie2017

Hi wardie2017, thank you for your positive feedback. We are so happy you enjoyed your time at our bar & restaurant. We hope to see you back very soon. Have a lovely day!

Gina W

Lisburn, United Kingdom

2111

Reviewed 1 July 2018 via mobile

Pre Billy Joel concert meal

We booked this restaurant on the recommendation of Rolys which was our original choice but fully booked because of the concert. It was lovely !! Food was delicious and our Brazilian waitress was charming. A lovely place with good food & wine.

Thank Gina W

Hi Gina, Thank you for taking the time to review The French Paradox. We are very pleased that you enjoyed your visit here. We hope you come back to visit us again soon. All the best, The French Paradox

666SteveC666

Melbourne, Australia

4313

Reviewed 29 April 2018 via mobile

Happy to have found a new local 🍷

We have just moved from the Southern Hemisphere and having walked past the wine bar several times decided we had to go in. The wine recommendations were good, the food excellent and the service was spot on, we are now very happy local supporters 😉

Thank 666SteveC666

Hi 666SteveC666, Thank you for your lovely review! We are so happy you enjoyed The French Paradox & we hope too see you again very soon in the future. Have a lovely, from all the staff at The French Paradox

Lynda W

Reviewed 15 April 2018 via mobile

Cannot wait to return

We stumbled across this little gem last night for a quick glass of wine (Devine wine) before our dinner reservation in Roly’s Bistro. The aromas coming from the kitchen were amazing. Needless to say we were so disappointed to leave for our reservation. However we...More

Thank Lynda W

Hi Lynda, thank you for reviewing the French Paradox and all your lovely feedback. We hope you come back again soon and enjoy some of the delicious food we have on offer at The French Paradox. Have a lovely day! from all the staff at...More

jhnsfdbck

Cork, Ireland

7229

Reviewed 28 January 2018

Authentic and worth a visit

This is an interesting place and is essentially a wine shop that does food. The menu is simple and authentically French; delicious and well prepared. The owners / staff are passionate wine buffs, whose love for what they do is more than apparent. The wines...More

Thank jhnsfdbck

Hi Jhnsfdbck. Thank you very much for taking the time to share with us your generous feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the food that you selected and we hope that you had a lovely experience. We do hope that you will...More

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