Chapter One by Mickael Viljanen vs Shanahan's on The Green
Both Chapter One and Shanahan's on The Green are rated highly by professional travelers. Overall, Chapter One is preferred by most reviewers compared to Shanahan's on The Green. Chapter One ranks #1 in Dublin with positive reviews from 11 reviews including Michelin Guide, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.
Chapter One by Mickael Viljanen
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18-19 Parnell Sq., Dublin
From $1 /night
Concierge
"Chef Ross Lewis is well known for his slow food philosophy... Staunchly loyal clientele is proof of this place's well-deserved popularity."
Insight Guides
"Special-occasion restaurant in the basement of a large Georgian house, renowned for its fine modern Irish cooking and elegant atmosphere."
Travel + Leisure
"Dublin diners were hardly surprised when Chapter One was awarded a Michelin star in 2007; in fact, many wondered why the recognition for this hidden gem had taken so long. r."
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DK Eyewitness
"In the cellar of the Dublin Writers’ Museum, Chapter One is often cited by critics as the best restaurant north of the Liffey."
Time Out
"The critics love it, the punters love it and so will you: a meal at Chapter One is easily the most accessible, affordable and enjoyable fine-dining experience in Dublin."
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Shanahan's on The Green
119 St. Stephen's Green, Dublin
From $63 /night
Fodor's
"This American-style steak house in a restored Georgian town house offers a sleekly elegant setting in which to chow down on some of the tenderest Irish Angus beef this side of the Atlantic."
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Travel + Leisure
"This upmarket yet relaxing steakhouse is the brainchild of Irish-American talk-radio tycoon John M. Shanahan, who followed his dream of building a temple to his favorite food: Irish beef."
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Michelin Guide
"Georgian townhouse overlooking the green; the basement 'Oval Office' bar features one of JFK's old rocking chairs."
Time Out
"There are those who believe this classy steakhouse to be the finest restaurant in the city."
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