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F.X.Buckley Steakhouse
★ 4.0(1 review)Restaurant
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About the Vibe
F.X. Buckley in Monkstown is Dublin's answer to a proper, no-nonsense steakhouse where the meat is the star and the service keeps it real. Skip the fancy presentation and come for the dry-aged fillet or ribeye, cooked exactly how you ask, with sides that actually taste like butter and cream. It's not trendy, it's not trying to be, and that's exactly why locals keep coming back.
Known For
- •dry-aged fillet steak
- •ribeye
- •sticky toffee pudding
- •pubby atmosphere
Best For
steak loverscasual dinnersgroup gatherings
1 review
City InsidersEditorialMarch 31, 2026
A Proper Steakhouse for Locals
F.X. Buckley Steakhouse in Monkstown is the kind of place where you go when you want a really good steak without the pretension. The space feels like a proper neighborhood pub that just happens to serve exceptional beef. The dry-aged fillet is the standout - tender, flavorful, and cooked with precision. The sides are generous and comforting, particularly the sticky toffee pudding which is a must for dessert.
Service is friendly and efficient without being overbearing. It's not a place for a fancy date night or special celebration, but rather for when you want to sit down with a great piece of meat and not worry about anything else. The atmosphere is warm and unpretentious, with regulars who clearly know what they're doing when it comes to ordering. If you're in Dun Laoghaire and craving a proper steak, this is your spot.