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Authentic Italian Restaurant * I Monelli is located in Portobello overlooking the beautiful Grand Canal. At I Monelli we provide real and authentic italian flavours made from top quality ingredients with exceptional attention to details. The restaurant is warm, comfortable and inviting, but it’s with the service that we really create the relaxed atmosphere at this family-friendly
High-end bar/eatery with a warm, intimate feel focusing on homemade Italian entrees & wine pairings.
Hours
| Monday | 5–10 PM |
| Tuesday (Saint Patrick’s Day) | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5–10 PM |
| Thursday | 5–10 PM |
| Friday | 5–10 PM |
| Saturday | 5–10 PM |
| Sunday | 5–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1 Portobello Rd, Portobello, Dublin 8, D08 E0C0, Ireland
Phone: +353 87 098 9621
Website: https://imonelli.ie/
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Ana Volinschi
We had such a lovely experience at Monelli!
I ordered pasta and the portion was so generous that I couldn’t even finish it — which says a lot! The food was absolutely delicious, full of flavour and cooked perfectly. It’s honestly not easy to find a place in Dublin with food this tasty and authentic.
Everything felt fresh, satisfying and made with care. We truly enjoyed it and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!
… moreI ordered pasta and the portion was so generous that I couldn’t even finish it — which says a lot! The food was absolutely delicious, full of flavour and cooked perfectly. It’s honestly not easy to find a place in Dublin with food this tasty and authentic.
Everything felt fresh, satisfying and made with care. We truly enjoyed it and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!
Stephen
We went to I Monelli for Valentine’s and overall had a nice evening.
Ambience:
The atmosphere is really cool — proper traditional Italian, small restaurant vibes with a great energy in the room. It feels intimate and lively, which suited Valentine’s perfectly.
Service:
Excellent. The staff were attentive, friendly and on the ball all night. No complaints at all here.
Food:
This is where it fell slightly short for us. It wasn’t bad — just… good. The ragu felt more like a standard bolognese than something rich and slow-cooked. The prawn rigatoni was fine but nothing particularly memorable. Even the tiramisu was a bit dried out, which was disappointing as that’s usually a highlight.
We had high hopes for the food given the reputation and price point, and while it was enjoyable, it didn’t quite live up to expectations.
… moreAmbience:
The atmosphere is really cool — proper traditional Italian, small restaurant vibes with a great energy in the room. It feels intimate and lively, which suited Valentine’s perfectly.
Service:
Excellent. The staff were attentive, friendly and on the ball all night. No complaints at all here.
Food:
This is where it fell slightly short for us. It wasn’t bad — just… good. The ragu felt more like a standard bolognese than something rich and slow-cooked. The prawn rigatoni was fine but nothing particularly memorable. Even the tiramisu was a bit dried out, which was disappointing as that’s usually a highlight.
We had high hopes for the food given the reputation and price point, and while it was enjoyable, it didn’t quite live up to expectations.
Gabrielle
Had dinner here with my mom and it was such a memorable spot! The place was cute and cozy, and I still remember how delicious everything was. The staff gave great recommendations, and everything, from starters to mains, exceeded expectations. Definitely a spot for a special occasion.
… moreNicolas Fischer
We went there to celebrate our one-year anniversary, and it was such a lovely experience! The service was fantastic — the staff were all super friendly and attentive. Our waiter had a really sweet gesture when he realized we were celebrating our anniversary: he brought a small candle to make the moment more romantic. The food wasn’t served in large portions, but everything was delicious and full of flavor. Overall, a cozy and charming place — perfect for a special evening. Highly recommend!
… moreDebbie Dollar
We had an extremely pleasant and lovely experience! Neri attended to us and was exceptionally kind and attentive, which made everything even more special. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, perfect for enjoying the moment. On top of that, everything was absolutely delicious and prepared with great care. We will definitely be back and highly recommend it!
… moreMelissa Soto
The food didn’t make it to the picture as it was SOOO good. This restaurant is a must if you’re into just the best homemade food. We had the mussels and the tagliatelle with truffle and mushrooms. I’m still dreaming about it.
Also the service was impeccable! The staff was so helpful, knowledgeable and extremely friendly.
We definitely coming back!
… moreAlso the service was impeccable! The staff was so helpful, knowledgeable and extremely friendly.
We definitely coming back!
Harith Kamal
I accidentally found the ads of this restaurant on Instagram actually. Lovely cosy authentic Italian restaurant right in front of the canal in the heart of Portobello. Atmosphere was great, feels like you’re being served good food at home. I can imagine how nice it would be in the summer.
The head waiter, whatever his name was, was very attentive and friendly. While making sure every customer was attended for, he still spares the time to entertain a small family with little kids dining next to us.
Food was excellent. We went for calamari and pan fried prawn for the starters (for the love of me I can’t remember the proper Italian name for the dish). Sure, sounds simple but the sauces and seasonings paired perfectly with the protein. Ingredients were as fresh as it could be at this time of year.
Pasta dish was also great. We both went for the same thing; seafood spagghettoni. It was well balanced, the richness was properly cut with the amount of acidity from the tomatoes. A sprinkle of parmiggiano reggiano do wonders here. Properly seasoned as well. Again, ingredients were as fresh as they could be. Not sure if they make their own pasta.
All these, paired with a tangy mocktail, completes the meal. For wine connoisseurs out there, don’t worry, they have great selection of wine as well. We left satisfied. Portion is reasonable, not excessively hearty. Price was reasonable for the quality of food and service provided.
In short, it was a great dining experience. Would definitely recommend. I reckon this place would be great for special occasions (anniversary, birthday, etc) as well.
… moreThe head waiter, whatever his name was, was very attentive and friendly. While making sure every customer was attended for, he still spares the time to entertain a small family with little kids dining next to us.
Food was excellent. We went for calamari and pan fried prawn for the starters (for the love of me I can’t remember the proper Italian name for the dish). Sure, sounds simple but the sauces and seasonings paired perfectly with the protein. Ingredients were as fresh as it could be at this time of year.
Pasta dish was also great. We both went for the same thing; seafood spagghettoni. It was well balanced, the richness was properly cut with the amount of acidity from the tomatoes. A sprinkle of parmiggiano reggiano do wonders here. Properly seasoned as well. Again, ingredients were as fresh as they could be. Not sure if they make their own pasta.
All these, paired with a tangy mocktail, completes the meal. For wine connoisseurs out there, don’t worry, they have great selection of wine as well. We left satisfied. Portion is reasonable, not excessively hearty. Price was reasonable for the quality of food and service provided.
In short, it was a great dining experience. Would definitely recommend. I reckon this place would be great for special occasions (anniversary, birthday, etc) as well.
Paula Caponi
We had a really nice dinner at I Monelli. The Xmas set menu is simple but delicious, with the real taste of Italy.
My husband had the scarmoza for starter and the sauce was to die for. I had a (giant) platter of the most fresh procciuto with honey and focaccia. For main I had the mushroom tagliatelle, and he ordered the venison ragu, witch was the best I’ve had since my grandma’s cooking (highly recommended). The montepulciano wine was a great match and the tiramisu was lovely. Really looking forward to come back.
… moreMy husband had the scarmoza for starter and the sauce was to die for. I had a (giant) platter of the most fresh procciuto with honey and focaccia. For main I had the mushroom tagliatelle, and he ordered the venison ragu, witch was the best I’ve had since my grandma’s cooking (highly recommended). The montepulciano wine was a great match and the tiramisu was lovely. Really looking forward to come back.
megha malhotra
One of best Italian Restaurants in Dublin, situated in Portobello serves wonder authentic Italian food. Loved every bite. Starter with spinach ,blue cheese and walnuts is a must try.Pastas and dessert platter were the highlights. Their cocktails are also very good.one of the best meals in last month.
… moreLoredana Pascan
This place is absolutely amazing! Good food, great atmosphere and the staff were so friendly and most welcoming 🙂 The menu offers so many choices and every dish looked amazing and had the authentic Italian taste. I would 100% recommend it to my friends and I look forward to returning to try their fabulous Christmas menu as well! Thank you for a lovely evening!
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