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L'Ecrivain vs The Winding Stair

Both L'Ecrivain and The Winding Stair are praised by writers. On balance, L'Ecrivain is the choice of most professionals compared to The Winding Stair. L'Ecrivain ranks #3 in Dublin with positive reviews from 6 reviewers such as Frommer's, Concierge and Michelin Guide.

L'Ecrivain
L'Ecrivain
8 / 10
109 Lower Baggot St, Dublin
From $0 /night
Concierge Concierge
"Hidden away in Dublin's Georgian neighborhood, L'Ecrivain is a small restaurant built on a split level, with a high, peaked ceiling and blond woods that lend it a Scandinavian feel."
Frommer's Frommer's
"This is one of Dublin's truly exceptional restaurants, from start to finish. The atmosphere is relaxed, welcoming, and unpretentious, and chef Derry Clarke's food is extraordinary." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"One of the best restaurants in the city, L’Ecrivain combines classic formality with contemporary cool."
Time Out Time Out
"Classic Irish dishes get a truly gourmet twist at this stalwart of Dublin's fine-dining scene: the oysters in Guinness sabayon are legendary." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
0 Stars
"A well-regarded and busy restaurant with a glitzy bar, a whiskey-themed private dining room and an attractive terrace." Full review
The Winding Stair
The Winding Stair
8 / 10
Lower Ormond Quay, Dublin 1
From $30 /night
Fodor's Fodor's
"Hearty portions of upmarket traditional Irish food best describes the terrific menu, which is greatly helped by locally sourced ingredients." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Maguire uses native produce in dishes like fried Clonakilty black pudding and a tart made with local parsnips, shallots, and Gubbeen cheese." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"The menu is changed very regularly, if not daily, and might include starters such as own-made organic chicken and leek terrine with tomato chutney." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"The best meal I had in all of Ireland was at the Winding Stair in Dublin." Full review
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Ask for pairings from the knowledgeable staff.
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Part bookstore, part restaurant, the Winding Stair is the perfect hideaway for a rainy day." Full review
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