Dish ranking
Best desserts in Dublin
22 desserts from 15 restaurants, ranked by 15 recorded votes.
Dessert is the course most often skipped and most often regretted. These are the ones worth staying for.
In Dublin the highest recorded total belongs to Pan-Seared Irish Scallops, Black Pudding Crumb, Apple & Cider Reduction at Chequer Lane by Jamie Oliver, with 2 votes. Every row below links to the dish page, where you can see the other dishes at that restaurant and add your own vote.
Recorded totals include starter data and votes from members and guests. They are not counts of verified diners or star ratings. How rankings work
The ranking
- 1Pan-Seared Irish Scallops, Black Pudding Crumb, Apple & Cider ReductionChequer Lane by Jamie OliverPerfectly seared Irish scallops complemented by a savory black pudding crumb and a sweet-tart apple and cider reduction.2 votes
- 2Pan-Seared Scallops with Black PuddingMae Restaurant DublinPerfectly seared scallops atop a bed of crumbled black pudding, finished with a crisp apple and cider reduction.2 votes
- 3Vegetarian Shepherd's PieThe Vintage KitchenA comforting pie with a rich lentil and vegetable filling, topped with a golden potato crust. A classic made meat-free.2 votes
- 4Vegetarian Shepherd's PieTrocadero Restaurant DublinLentils and mixed vegetables simmered in a rich gravy, topped with creamy mashed potatoes and baked until golden.2 votes
- 5Wild Mushroom and Goats Cheese TartMr FoxFlaky puff pastry filled with sautéed wild Irish mushrooms, creamy goat cheese, and fresh thyme, served with a rocket salad.2 votes
- 6Baileys CheesecakeThe Old Storehouse Bar and RestaurantA decadent and creamy cheesecake infused with Baileys Irish Cream, set on a digestive biscuit base.1 votes
- 7Goat Cheese & Fig TartletCafé en SeineA savory tartlet with a flaky pastry crust, filled with creamy goat cheese, sweet fig jam, caramelized onions, and fresh thyme.1 votes
- 8Jamie's Famous Fish Pie, Smoked Haddock, Salmon, Prawns, Creamy MashChequer Lane by Jamie OliverA comforting classic redefined with a medley of smoked haddock, salmon, and prawns in a creamy sauce, topped with buttery mashed potato.1 votes
- 9Pan-Seared Scallops with Black PuddingBANG DublinSweet pan-seared scallops served with crispy Clonakilty black pudding, pea puree, and a cider reduction. A modern take on Irish surf and turf.1 votes
- 10Tarte Tatin, Crème Fraîchel'GueuletonClassic caramelized apple tart, served warm with a dollop of crème fraîche.1 votes
- 11Baileys CheesecakeThe Vintage KitchenA decadent and creamy cheesecake infused with authentic Irish Baileys liqueur, served with a chocolate drizzle.0 votes
- 12Barmbrack Bread PuddingD'Olier Street RestaurantA comforting bread pudding made with traditional Irish barmbrack tea bread, served with a warm vanilla custard.0 votes
- 13Fettuccine ai Funghi e TartufoLa Caverna Restaurant and Wine BarHomemade fettuccine pasta with a creamy wild mushroom and black truffle sauce, finished with Parmigiano-Reggiano.0 votes
- 14Irish Apple Crumble, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Whiskey Caramel SauceChequer Lane by Jamie OliverA warm and comforting crumble with sweet Irish apples, a buttery oat topping, served with vanilla bean ice cream and a luscious whiskey caramel sauce.0 votes
- 15Mushroom and Cashel Blue TartMae Restaurant DublinFlaky puff pastry tart filled with a mélange of wild mushrooms and rich, tangy Cashel Blue cheese. A vegetarian delight.0 votes
- 16Pan-Seared Scallops with Black PuddingMr FoxPerfectly seared Atlantic scallops nested on a bed of crispy Clonakilty black pudding, drizzled with a cider reduction.0 votes
- 17Rhubarb and Custard TartChapter One RestaurantClassic individual tart with tart stewed rhubarb and a rich vanilla bean custard, encased in a buttery shortcrust pastry.0 votes
- 18Tarte TatinPichetClassic inverted apple tart with caramelized apples and a buttery pastry crust, served with crème fraîche.0 votes
- 19Vegetable Shepherd's PieLibrary Street RestaurantA vegetarian twist on a classic, with a rich medley of seasonal vegetables topped with a fluffy potato crust. 0 votes
- 20Vegetarian Colcannon CakesThe Old Storehouse Bar and RestaurantPan-fried patties of mashed potato and cabbage, served with a creamy mushroom sauce and a side salad.0 votes
- 21Vegetarian Shepherd's PieKicky'sA wholesome and flavorful vegetarian take on the classic, packed with lentils, mushrooms, and vegetables, crowned with a cheesy mashed potato topping. (Note: Contains dairy)0 votes
- 22Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie, Root Vegetable Ragout, Cheddar MashChequer Lane by Jamie OliverA robust vegetarian take on a classic, with a medley of root vegetables in a savory ragout, topped with a cheesy mashed potato crust.0 votes
How to order desserts well
- Ask which dessert is made in-house, bought-in cakes are common.
- Order the regional classic first: pastel de nata in Lisbon, cannoli in Sicily.
- Share two desserts instead of one each; portions are usually built for it.
Desserts in Dublin: common questions
- What are the best desserts in Dublin?
- The highest recorded total is for Pan-Seared Irish Scallops, Black Pudding Crumb, Apple & Cider Reduction at Chequer Lane by Jamie Oliver first, with 2 votes. The full ranking above covers 22 desserts across 15 Dublin restaurants and updates as recorded totals change.
- How is this Dublin ranking decided?
- Dishes are ordered by recorded totals, including starter data, member votes and guest votes. This is not a star rating or a survey of verified diners.
- Can I add a dessert that is missing?
- Yes. Open the restaurant page, add the dish, and it enters this ranking once it is approved and matches this category.