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Balzac Restaurant

35/36 Dawson Street, Dublin, Ireland
01-6778611
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Ranked #438 of 955 restaurants in Dublin
4.0 of 5 stars 29 Reviews
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
Neighbourhood: South City Centre
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London, United Kingdom
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

I've eaten at Balzac a number of times over the last 18 months, and its generally been very good. I stay in La Stampa, so Balzac provide the room service options. The theatre menu is very good value, if a little limited in options when compared to the full a la carte. The quality of the food is generally excellent,... More

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Market Harborough, United Kingdom
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

We dined in the La Stampa restaurant on a Tuesday so wouldn't necessarily expect a great atmosphere but it was surprisingly quiet. It was a shame because the restaurant decor is impressive. The food is good (not great) and very expensive: poor value for money. The wine list is also extremely pricey. Maybe it's worth a visit at the weekend... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2012

We had lunch Christmas week. Despite no booking we were still accommodated. The dining room is fabulous, although I preferred the previous plain glass on the walls; reminiscent of the Hall of Mirrors in the Palace of Versailles. Unfortunately because we had not booked, we were seated in an adjoining annex which was somewhat dull and cheerless. However, this was... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 December 2011

Used to be La Stampa in the great tiger days; almost always has delivered a slick brasserie menu; set with the standard stuff. Reasonable but not flaming wine list. BUT, the room is incredible; floor to ceiling 20 ft mirrors and a huge high ceiling. Irrespective, of the quality of the food, it is a really impressive room for first... More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 October 2011

I really enjoyed my meal. I love the room in this restaurant with high ceilings, friendly staff and delicious food ! Samsara is a great spot for a drink after plus the pink is a fun spot for late nite dancing !

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Greystones, Ireland
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 September 2011

Good value early-bird with top quality food. Friendly, efficient staff. Very enjoyable

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191 reviews 191 reviews
Reviews in 39 cities Reviews in 39 cities
201 helpful votes 201 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 August 2011
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The dining room is absolutely beautiful, there is a massive stain glassed window in the ceiling & the tables are beautifully dressed. They have a great selection of Champagnes if you fancy a pre dinner drink. The staff were very attentive & the food was mouthwatering.

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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 July 2011

Went to samsara with mum for a quiet lunch on sat decor seems nice and I go to the spa upstairs regularly. The waitress acted like we were an annoyance we asked for 2 toasted sandwhiches and a side of fries with some water beer and wine. I wanted my sandwich toasted.the water never arrived. I requested tap water which... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2011

While on a Christmas lunch with my work colleagues on December 17th, the hostess greeted myself and my colleague and said she would take our coats, which we duly handed over and went to our table. When I was leaving the restaurant and went to collect my coat, it was no longer there. To cut a very long story short,... More

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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 January 2011 via mobile

Have eaten here many times but hadn't for a while and I'm wondering why! I should have been back sooner! Excellent pre Christmas buzz, amazing decor, menu to die for! Scallops and the goose fat roast potatoes are amazing! If you have never tried get in there asap!!

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