Sparks Bistro

You'll find this spot tucked into the Smithfield complex, where the industrial bones of the area meet the warmth of a properly run neighbourhood restaurant. The dining room strikes that perfect balance between casual enough for a Wednesday dinner and smart enough when your parents are visiting from Cork. The menu leans into modern Irish cooking without the pretension – think duck leg confit that's been done properly, or their signature fish and chips that uses proper beer batter. The wine list is thoughtfully curated rather than endless, and the staff actually know what they're talking about. It's the kind of place that's become essential to the Smithfield dining scene without making a big song and dance about it.