Rotana Cafe Restaurant, Portobello, Dublin
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Who would believe that when owner Mohammed Abuissa opened his restaurant in May 2008 it would be selected for the One of the Best Restaurants in Ireland 2013 Irish Foods Guide and The Dubliner 100 Best Restaurants 2010 and 2011 ? Since then Rotana Cafe has been serving some of the best authentic Lebanese food in Dublin. Now well known in the city for its delicious falafel and homemade baklava sweets, Rotana Cafe is just the right spot to try something different. Everything served at Rotana Cafe is fresh, exciting and reasonably priced. In this casual and friendly atmosphere you can relax and enjoy some traditional Lebanese music and smoke a flavoured Shisha in our outside terrace. As an added bonus you are also welcome to bring your own wine. Today, Rotana Cafe is becoming increasingly popular for this delicious cuisine. You too can enjoy the taste of Lebanon!
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Rotana Cafe Restaurant
31 South Richmond Street
Portobello
Dublin
Area Code : Dublin 2
31 South Richmond Street
Portobello
Dublin
Area Code : Dublin 2
Opening hours:
Mon 3:00pm - 11:30pm
Tue 11:30am - 11:30pm
Wed 11:30am - 11:30pm
Thu 11:30am - 11:30pm
Fri 11:30am - 11:30pm
Sat 11:30am - 11:30pm
Sun 11:30am - 11:30pm
Tue 11:30am - 11:30pm
Wed 11:30am - 11:30pm
Thu 11:30am - 11:30pm
Fri 11:30am - 11:30pm
Sat 11:30am - 11:30pm
Sun 11:30am - 11:30pm
Capacity:
60
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Cuisines:
BYOB, Casual Dining, Cheap Eats, Lebanese, Lebanese, Vegetarian
Rotana Cafe Restaurant, Portobello, Dublin Reviews
4.5 Rotana Cafe Restaurant 4.5 star review:
A lovely surprise. I have passed this place many times meaning to go in. I was brought here for valentines and now I can't wait to go back. The Mezza plates are amazing. we both opted for one of the specials for main, a chilli and lime chicjen dish, it was very tasty, the staff were incredibly friendly and the byo is great.
Visited: 14/02/2013
Posted: 27/03/2013
4.0 Rotana Cafe Restaurant 4.0 star review:
We popped in here whilst running from the rain last Sunday. We would be familiar with the place and usually order their meats which we find utterly delicious but ventured out into some rice dishes which were nice, but not a patch on their spiced meats. Their falaffel wasn't bad either.
Visited: 14/07/2012
Posted: 21/07/2012
3.0 Rotana Cafe Restaurant 3.0 star review:
This is a real find as you can bring your own wine. I went along on a Saturday evening with friends (10 in party). As this is a small place you must book. The food is plentiful but there was quiet a wait, just as well we had lots of wine between us to keep us going.
It appeared to us that they were not able to cater efficiently for large crowds. Another table similar nos as our party were waitinig a long while too. That evening there also a number of table for two. This cafe/restaurant was full and I image with the prices they charge (unbelievably cheap for all you get! )it is like that each evening of the weekend.
Although the food was slow in coming when it did arrive it was excellent and plentiful and you were even asked would you like more.........hardly able to finish what we had. A lot of the dishes could be shared between two and you would still be very very pleased. That is why I am giving a 5 score for Value. We will be back ....................... If you like asian food this is the place for you.
It appeared to us that they were not able to cater efficiently for large crowds. Another table similar nos as our party were waitinig a long while too. That evening there also a number of table for two. This cafe/restaurant was full and I image with the prices they charge (unbelievably cheap for all you get! )it is like that each evening of the weekend.
Although the food was slow in coming when it did arrive it was excellent and plentiful and you were even asked would you like more.........hardly able to finish what we had. A lot of the dishes could be shared between two and you would still be very very pleased. That is why I am giving a 5 score for Value. We will be back ....................... If you like asian food this is the place for you.
Visited: 05/05/2012
Posted: 31/05/2012
5.0 Rotana Cafe Restaurant 5.0 star review:
Rotana is my favourite little place: whether you want an excellent Lebanese meal washed down with proper mint tea or you're mad for baklava or you want to relax with thick Lebanese coffee and some shisha on the street terrace, watching the world go by, you will thoroughly enjoy yourself. The food is excellent and good value for money, you can bring your own wine and they don't charge corkage--all in all, a very pleasant place that I keep bringing different sets of friends too and everyone is thoroughly bewitched. Go, you'll love it.
Visited: 09/03/2012
Posted: 15/05/2012
5.0 Rotana Cafe Restaurant 5.0 star review:
What a nice surprise! I entered in the restaurant just for curiosity and ...I came back after few day again! The food was simply delicious and the service friendly and professional. Nice and relaxed atmosphere. Really recommended.
Visited: 28/04/2012
Posted: 01/05/2012
4.0 Rotana Cafe Restaurant 4.0 star review:
I went there for lunch one day and really enjoyed the meal.the lunch special is particularly good at 10.9- for two courses. Nice portions too!!
Hummus and pitta to start which was tasty-nothing too extravagant but nice nonetheless.
I had the chicken and doner kebab in lebanese bread for my main which was delicious!!! I was absolutely stuffed afterwards too! The garlic Sauce was particularly tasty!
The staff here are so friendly which really is reason enough to return not to mention it's bring your own booze and they provide hooka pipes! Who could say no? However, be wary of big groups before you decide to have a quiet dinner!
Nice little place with good food and service. Is quite pricey though, so lunch is maybe the best option! Definitely worth a visit!
Hummus and pitta to start which was tasty-nothing too extravagant but nice nonetheless.
I had the chicken and doner kebab in lebanese bread for my main which was delicious!!! I was absolutely stuffed afterwards too! The garlic Sauce was particularly tasty!
The staff here are so friendly which really is reason enough to return not to mention it's bring your own booze and they provide hooka pipes! Who could say no? However, be wary of big groups before you decide to have a quiet dinner!
Nice little place with good food and service. Is quite pricey though, so lunch is maybe the best option! Definitely worth a visit!
Visited: 20/04/2012
Posted: 28/04/2012
4.5 Rotana Cafe Restaurant 4.5 star review:
I ate here the other day having been recommended it by an acquaintance. I was certainly not disappointed.
I ordered the set lunch menu which was very reasonably priced. The falafel starter and lamb kafka main were delicious. The portion size wasn't massive but the lunch was perfectly filling and for a tenner it was great quality and value for money.
A baklawa mix and Lebanese coffee finished the lunch beautifully and I left very satisfied with my experience.
The service was prompt, friendly yet unobtrusive. I was provided with a bottle of drinking water as soon as I had ordered. Something small like bread or some olives would have been a nice touch while I was waiting for my order but again, at such a reasonable price, this isn't a big deal at all.
Rotana has a traditional cafe atmosphere, which I found was nice and relaxed and contributed to a very enjoyable lunch.
I highly recommend Rotana to anyone who is thinking of trying or is already a fan of Lebanese food and will definitely be giving them return business.
I ordered the set lunch menu which was very reasonably priced. The falafel starter and lamb kafka main were delicious. The portion size wasn't massive but the lunch was perfectly filling and for a tenner it was great quality and value for money.
A baklawa mix and Lebanese coffee finished the lunch beautifully and I left very satisfied with my experience.
The service was prompt, friendly yet unobtrusive. I was provided with a bottle of drinking water as soon as I had ordered. Something small like bread or some olives would have been a nice touch while I was waiting for my order but again, at such a reasonable price, this isn't a big deal at all.
Rotana has a traditional cafe atmosphere, which I found was nice and relaxed and contributed to a very enjoyable lunch.
I highly recommend Rotana to anyone who is thinking of trying or is already a fan of Lebanese food and will definitely be giving them return business.
Visited: 16/03/2012
Posted: 17/03/2012
4.5 Rotana Cafe Restaurant 4.5 star review:
Lovely casual cafe/restaurant ideal for small groups. Had one of the nicest lentil soups I ever tasted, together with a delicious Falafel Sandwich and Hommus. Nice atmosphere and friendly staff.
Visited: 24/01/2012
Posted: 24/01/2012
5.0 Rotana Cafe Restaurant 5.0 star review:
The BYOB was the selling point for this restaurant but the food is lovely. Its says on the menu that corkage is 5euro a bottle which seems steep as we had brought 2 bottles but we were never charged any corkage in the end. Big and varied menu, lots of vegetarian food too and its a cosy characteristic place. Will be back.
Visited: 05/01/2012
Posted: 11/01/2012
4.0 Rotana Cafe Restaurant 4.0 star review:
Ate here today for the the first time with friends. The food was absolutely fab. I ordered a falafal sandwhich with tambuleh which came to 10.50, and worked out at nearly 14 with my fizzy water.
The sambo didn't come with much else either... I suppose I would have saved a few bob if I'd BYOBed. It's a shame, this would be a 5* place if they dropped the prices a bit.
The sambo didn't come with much else either... I suppose I would have saved a few bob if I'd BYOBed. It's a shame, this would be a 5* place if they dropped the prices a bit.
Visited: 09/11/2011
Posted: 09/11/2011
