Sophie’s Rooftop Restaurant, Terrace & Bar

You climb the stairs wondering if this will be another overpriced rooftop letdown, but Sophie's surprises with its commitment to proper food alongside the obvious appeal of Dublin city views. The terrace works year-round thanks to decent heating and weather protection, while the interior dining room keeps things sophisticated without being stuffy. The menu walks the line between accessible and ambitious - think elevated takes on comfort classics rather than molecular gastronomy nonsense. Service runs smoothly even when packed, and while you'll pay for the location, the execution justifies the €€€ price point. Book ahead for weekend dinners; the terrace tables disappear fast when the weather cooperates.