French cuisine at L'Gueuleton
But realistically, you’re going to need a bite to eat.
Neil Watkins is a big cheese on the Dublin Fringe scene and knows a thing or two about dining out in Dublin to boot.
This year he presents Dinner and a Show , a decadent feast of disco and food. What a combo! What better man to guide us around his favourite Dublin spots for pre-theatre dinner and post-show drinks?
The Lunch: The Fumbally Café
It may only be open a little over a year but the Fumbally has become a foodie hub thanks to its simple, but delicious spreads and chilled-out atmosphere. Its food comes from some of the city’s finest sources and is melded into something wholly unique.
Neil says: I love this space so much I got a job here. Fumbally opens occasionally for evening gigs and you can enjoy a dish of something mighty tasty for a reasonable price.
We recommend: The Fumbally’s porchetta and apple sauce ciabatta is so good it earned it a place in the Observer’s Top 50 Foodie Picks .
Stylish interiors and tasty eats at the Fumbally Café
The Fumbally Café, Dublin City
Café cool at the Damson Diner
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The Dinner: L’Gueuleton
French restaurant, L’Gueuleton , is set in the heart of Dublin’s creative quarter – as good for the people-watching as for the soupe a l’oignon. And if you’re there in seson they do an amazing venison dish. Magnifique!
Neil says: I love the atmosphere there. The food always hits the spot – if you don't want to gorge, you can't go wrong with French onion soup and fries.
We recommend: L’Gueuleton might bring out the best in Gallic flavours, but its Rare Breed Pork Belly is Irish meat at its freshest and most flavourful.
The Post-Show Pint: Grogans
In a city of full of pubs , it’s hard to stand out from the crowd. But that’s exactly what Grogan’s does. The perfect place to grab a sandwich and a pint and escape the bustle of the city. Or, come night time, a buzzing spot with a traditional heart. Unfussy and authentic, it’s a winner.
Neil says: Friendly clientele, a laid back atmosphere and a lovely Guinness. It’s usually a pint of blackcurrant for me, but we'll see how long that lasts…
We recommend: Officially the king of the Dublin toastie.
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The Afterparty: Damson Diner
The former home of the much-loved South William club, Damson Diner has quickly established itself for offering the city’s best spot for cocktails – dinner and dancing, all rolled into one.
Neil says: I ended up in the Damson Diner on South William Street. Great tunes played by Sally Foran – though I much prefer dancing outside, when the opportunity arises. Recently, nearby at the Stag’s Head a guy randomly set up a sound system and had a whole street party brewing, you get these spontaneous occurrences a lot in Dublin City!
We recommend: The disco scene is throwing glitter all over town at the minute. Try Together Disco, Damson Diner’s Damn Son!, Nightflight and Mother for full-on glam.
And if none of that tickles your tummy’s fancy, Supperette is a transient food station that will be set up in the Project Arts Centre from the 7 until the 14 of September, or chow down at Dinner and a show with Neil Watkins himself from the 17 until the 20 September.
Don’t forget your appetite because Dublin is getting tastier by the second.
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