Chapter One
Chapter One by Mickael Viljanen
A two-Michelin-starred restaurant on Parnell Square, where chef Mickael Viljanen interprets Irish ingredients with a French foundation.
Located on Parnell Square in the Northside, this restaurant holds two stars in the 2026 Michelin Guide, offering a sophisticated lunch, a four-course dinner, and a tasting menu, as well as a surprise tasting menu at lunchtime. The chef's signature foie gras royale has been on the menu since 2012, and Donegal lobster is also a representative dish, with the menu adjusted seasonally. Booking several weeks in advance is recommended for weekend evening tables. Most prices in public sources reflect data from a few years ago, with a four-course dinner at around €140 and a tasting dinner at around €175; current prices are subject to the official website. Located near the northern end of O'Connell Street, within walking distance.
Opening hours
Tue–Wed 18:30–21:30; Thu–Sat 12:00–14:00, 18:30–21:30; Closed Sun–Mon
Nearby sights
- GPO & O'Connell Street
- Ha'penny Bridge
- Temple Bar
- Trinity College Dublin & Book of Kells
- Dublin Castle
- Chester Beatty
- Grafton Street
- Christ Church Cathedral