Chapter One Restaurant
Fine dining restaurant · Phibsborough ·
Elegant fine dining with 4-course dinners & tasting menus
Elegant fine dining with 4-course dinners & tasting menus
"Chef Mickael Viljanen has been the talent behind the stoves of one of Dublin’s best restaurants since 2021, and the culinary creativity he brought with him was rewarded with two Michelin stars the following year. Born in Sweden, raised in Finland, and a long-time resident of Ireland, Viljanen combines his Nordic sensibilities with sublime skills and decadent ingredients such as foie gras and hand-dived scallops at Chapter One. His inventive renderings of Irish produce could include dishes such as roasted hare with fermented Kampot pepper, beetroot, blackberry, and crème de cassis. The three-course lunch is a more affordable way to experience one of Ireland’s most exciting dining rooms—be sure to save space for the dedicated Irish coffee trolley." - Aoife O'Riordain
"New to the Guide in 2022 and awarded Two MICHELIN Stars." - The MICHELIN Guide UK Editorial Team
"The celebrated chef Mickael Viljanen took over Chapter One as chef/patron in 2021, and now many consider the restaurant to be the best in Ireland. The cooking is precise and detailed, with top-quality produce given the classic French treatment. There is of course a tasting menu, but you can dine for a reasonable sum if you opt for the excellent lunch; unlike many daytime menus at top-end restaurants, this one actually does reflect the kitchen’s abilities. Know before you go: Bookings open on the first of each month, and you need to be lightning quick to snag one. Otherwise, ask to be added to the cancellations list." - Corinna Hardgrave
"Mickael Viljanen’s basement restaurant is a stylish, elegant spot decorated with eye-catching art. Superb service complements cooking that focuses on prime luxury ingredients – like Donegal lobster or Limousin sweetbreads – and sees classic French techniques combined with subtle modern touches. Mickael’s creativity and personality shine through in perfectly balanced, immaculately executed dishes with sublime natural flavours and beautiful presentation. The 'Irish Coffee' is made in the dining room and is, like everything else, an experience to remember." - Michelin Inspector
"Regarded as one of Europe's most creative fine dining experiences, Chapter One is a much-lauded Michelin-starred restaurant where seasonal Irish ingredients are presented like art on a plate (or an elaborate sculpture, in the case of the canapés). The vibe is authentic and remarkably unpretentious for its caliber (although, it’s not a place for children). Go for the five-course tasting menu and the sommelier’s wine pairing recommendations."
