Elephant & Castle

County Clare



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Dinner reservations can be arranged ahead, especially for larger parties or family gatherings.

Elephant & Castle Rathmines is a casual dining restaurant at 272 Rathmines Road Lower, serving a menu centred on wings, burgers and brunch. The setting suits straightforward meals, relaxed gatherings and occasions when familiar comfort food is the priority.

Wings are a central part of the restaurant’s identity, with classic, boneless and cauliflower versions available. The menu also includes burgers and fries, giving the restaurant a broad appeal for diners looking for filling American-style fare. Weekend brunch adds another option beyond the main dining service.

The atmosphere is built around warm hospitality and an easygoing approach to dining. Elephant & Castle presents itself as a place for friends to meet, families to celebrate and groups to share food. The food is designed to be enjoyed without ceremony, with wings providing a suitably informal centrepiece for a social meal.

The Rathmines branch forms part of a wider Dublin group of locations, while retaining the same focus on wings, burgers and casual dining. The restaurant supports eating in as well as collection and delivery, making it practical for a planned meal, a gathering at home or a quick local order.

Dinner reservations can be arranged through the restaurant, and the booking system accommodates both smaller tables and larger parties. A dedicated kids corner is also part of the venue’s online offering, adding family appeal alongside the main menu. Allergen information is provided through the restaurant’s menu resources, which can help diners check dishes before ordering.

For County Clare readers visiting Dublin, Rathmines offers a neighbourhood setting away from the city-centre locations, with the restaurant positioned on Rathmines Road Lower. Elephant & Castle Rathmines works particularly well for casual lunches, weekend brunch, family meals and informal group dining, with collection and delivery available when a sit-down meal does not suit.

Frequently Asked Questions

The restaurant is at 272 Rathmines Road Lower, Rathmines, Dublin, D06 YY51.
Yes. The Rathmines branch provides a dinner reservation service.
The menu focuses on wings, burgers, fries and brunch dishes.
The menu includes cauliflower wings alongside classic and boneless wings, and allergen information is available through the restaurant’s menu resources.
Yes. The venue presents itself as suitable for family celebrations and includes a kids corner in its online offering.
Yes. The reservation system lists party sizes from one person through to larger groups of up to 20.
Yes. The Rathmines branch offers collection and delivery ordering.
Brunch is presented as a weekend offering, subject to the branch’s current service schedule.
Outdoor seating should be confirmed directly with the Rathmines branch before arrival.

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