When we lived in Dublin, these were the places we returned to for an easy meal: burgers, pizza, Asian street food, burritos and sushi. They are casual options rather than a promise of a particular price; check each restaurant's current menu before you go.
Bunsen
A Dublin burger favorite with a short menu. Bunsen says its beef comes from FX Buckley and is minced in each restaurant. When we lived in the city, we went at least a few times a month. It is still the burger we compare others to.
Our usual branch was on Wexford Street in Dublin 2. There is also a Temple Bar location; choose whichever fits your route and allow time for a queue at busy periods.
The Jar
31 Wexford Street, Dublin 2 The Jar website
We became regulars after stumbling across a Sunday pizza-and-beer special years ago. That €10 offer was from our time in Dublin, so check the current menu rather than planning around it. The Jar still serves Liberty Lane pizza from its wood-fired oven, and we also liked stopping in for cocktails before a night out nearby.
Neon
17 Camden Street, Dublin 2 Neon website
Neon is an easy Camden Street stop for Asian street food. We remember the crispy sweet chilli chicken and duck spring rolls, followed by a cone from the soft serve machine. Neon still advertises the complimentary ice cream cone; check its current menu for dishes.
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Bunsen Burger
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The Jar
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Neon
Boojum
Boojum has several Dublin locations and was our quick stop for a burrito or bowl. If you are a student, check Boojum's current promotions before ordering: its offers change, and the old free-drink tip is no longer reliable.
Zakura Sushi
13 Wexford Street, Dublin 2 Zakura website
This was our favorite sushi stop in the city. We kept coming back for a relaxed meal on Wexford Street.
Aoki Sushi
Unit 4, 63 South Richmond Street, Dublin 2 Aoki website
A small, cosy sushi restaurant we enjoyed when we lived in Dublin. Its current website lists the address above, so check there before setting out.
Stay
Dublin remains one of our favorite cities, and we look forward to visiting again. For more ideas, see our Dublin city guide and breakfast and brunch guide.
For a central base, we like Dublin 2 near Grafton Street and St Stephen's Green, or Dublin 1 close to the Liffey. Compare current hotel prices and transport links for your dates.