From All-Nighters to Little Treats: Dublin’s Best Takeaways for Every Mood
Words: Shamim de Brún
Images: Unsplash
Words: Shamim de Brún
Images: Unsplash
As the nights darken and that grand stretch of daylight bids us adieu, we’ve joined forces with Uber Eats to drop some wisdom on how to nail that “man, I just need a takeaway” vibe. Their delivery game is stronger than your Wi-Fi connection – because, let’s be real, you need those goods delivered at the speed of now.
The charm of having our go-to meals magically appear at our doorstep has gone beyond a fancy treat; it’s practically a daily ritual. For many, it’s the weekly highlight, that moment when your cravings meet doorstep delivery in a match made in heaven.
No matter your flavour or age bracket, we, the diverse folks of every stripe, can now bask in the comfort of our couches, whether we’re wrestling with the chaos of home offices or navigating the wild ride of a menty-B.
In Dublin, delivery goodness often comes from the culinary treasures of city spots, seamlessly transported to local doorsteps through the magic of platforms like Uber Eats. Why settle for less when you can have your favourite eats at your beck and call?
The I’ve Just Cancelled Plans Takeaway
Cancelled plans? You either did the cancelling or were cancelled on. Either way it is cause for celebration! You do not have to leave your house. Instead, you can get a takeaway with the cash saved. Genius, perfection. The actual dream. Go balls deep into your Uber Eats app and turn a cancelled date into a delightful solo soirée!
Bao Bun
Aungier Street
Cue the dramatic music and enter bao buns—these little guys are the superheroes of salvaging your mood if you’ve been bailed on last minute. Forget sulking; these pillowy pockets of joy are here to turn your cancelled plans into dopamine. They say, “It’s okay, we’ve got this.” Who needs socializing when you have bao bun comrades delivered to your door? This is the kind of cancel culture we can get behind.
Tula Mexican Grill
Essex Street East
Have you had to cancel on someone and feel shitty about it? Then fear not because the burrito is here to liberate you from the shackles of people-pleasing guilt. Their burritos are a fugg you to social obligations. Your personalised burrito is an edible shield, protecting you from the judgmental glares of your inner people-pleaser. Guacamole? That’s your avocado-infused declaration of independence. Eat, enjoy, and let the burrito be your unapologetic confetti.
The Pulling An All-Nighter Takeaway
Pulling an all-nighter for work or school means one thing and one thing only: takeaway. Save your precious time and brainpower for the task at hand by outsourcing your meal prep. When the going gets tough, the tough get a cheeky delivery!
Vice Pizza & Wings
Merrion Square
Facing the grim abyss of an all-nighter Vice’s Buffalo-style pizza and wings with ranch are your guardian angels, swooping in to rescue your sanity. As you fuel yourself with caffeine, let their sweetmeats pizza shield you against academic doom. Those lemon pepper wings will give you the pep you need to get through this more than that Daniel Bedingfield song.
Cluck Chicken
Walkinstown and Tallaght
Maybe you’re good at all-nighters. Who knows. But even nocturnal heroes need a sidekick, and that’s where a Cluck Chicken struts in. Screw sleep; their crispy chicken is your fuel for burning the midnight oil. It’s a delicious coping mechanism, turning caffeine-fueled delirium into the output you need.
The Sweet Treat Takeaway
Getting a sweet treat delivered isn’t just about satisfying a sugar craving; it’s an experience that delivers pure joy to your doorstep. It’s an instant mood booster and all you had to do was push some buttons on an app. It’s like being a Little Treat Girlie on level expert.
Artybaker
Dalkey, Kimmage, Sandymount, Grand Canal
Ah, the croissant – the flaky, buttery rockstar of the pastry world. Each layer of an Artybaker croissant is a crisp high-five to your inner LTG. Like all who prescribe to the Little Treat lifestyle, the croissant is the diva that demands attention. It practically wears a pastry top hat. Get a little coffee to dunk it into, and you become a Parisian by just opening your door.
Cafe Lisboa
Mary Street Little
The pastel de nata from Lisboa is basically a sugar-coated happiness grenade. It’s a sweet treat that’ll slap a smile on your face faster than you can say “saudade.” Especially if you get a bag of them delivered, let the flaky crust and creamy custard fill the void in your soul.
The Treat Yo’self Takeaway
The takeaway is your ultimate ally in ‘treat yo’ self’ land. A takeaway unleashes a world of indulgent possibilities right to your doorstep. You get that sweet, sweet instant gratification when you order and then again when it arrives. So when the ‘fugg it, I’m treating myself’ mood arrives, indulge it.
Dosa Dosa
Grand Canal
Nothing says treat yourself like getting a Dosa Dosa delivered. Unless you’re lucky enough to live or work in Grand Canal, it has been a pilgrimage dish for a while. Now it has expanded, and you get to get it to your door. The crispy, golden dosa is like the edible version of a mic drop, making every other snack bow down to —the dosa delivery bucks monotony with its VIP guests’ fillings. Honestly, you deserve a taste of crispy South Indian joy brought right to your door.
Dublin Pizza Company
Aungier Street and Glasthule
Life is a relentless rollercoaster, and sometimes, you need a cheesy slice of goodness to soften the twists and turns. You’ve conquered challenges, navigated through chaos, and faced Mondays like a fearless warrior. Now it’s time to treat yourself. DPC Pizza is a golden medal for your everyday triumphs. In a world of hustle, you deserve a DPC delivery, and that’s a slice of self-love you shouldn’t deny.
The ‘I Don’t Have Time to Cook’ Takeaway
The “I don’t have time to cook” takeaway is not just a convenient choice; it’s the undisputed champion of time-saving triumphs. In the fast-paced chaos of life, where time is a precious commodity, opting for takeout is the ultimate efficiency hack. No grocery shopping, no chopping, and definitely no post-dinner cleanup. Choosing the “no time to cook” takeaway is magical. It transforms mundane evenings into an instant feast, liberating you from the shackles of the dishes, so focus on what truly matters, whether it’s crushing deadlines, binge-watching your favourite show, or just embracing a moment of pure laziness.
Benvindo
Amiens Street
My time-strapped friend, the kitchen is a demanding diva, and you need a break. Take a punt on Brazilian comfort food delivery when your kitchen feels like an abandoned crime scene. Brazilian comfort food is likely something you can’t make for yourself, or at least haven’t (except you, our Brazillian readers). So it means you won’t feel guilty about ‘not having time to cook’ cos you couldn’t cook it anyway. Let the experts whip up something when the oven is giving you side-eye.
Hyderabadi Kitchen
Camden Street
When your schedule resembles a juggling act gone wrong, order from Hyderabadi Kitchen. Hyderabadi Kitchen is a royal feast delivered to your doorstep, sparing you from the tyranny of pots and pans. The aromatic biryanis, flavorful kebabs, and rich curries are make an excellent dinner without the fuss so, when the kitchen is calling you with a dramatic flair, silence its demands with the simple click of an order button.
The Healthy Takeaway
The healthy takeaway is a game-changer for your well-being. In a world where fast food often takes the lead, opting for a nutritious takeout is a boss-level expert move. It’s the ultimate blend of convenience and conscious eating, giving you the best of both worlds in a few clicks.
Kale + Coco
Grangegoreman
When the siren call of greasy temptations echoes through your heart, you should order from Kale + Coco. Kale + Coco has all the bits you need to be nourished in just one of its smoothies, as well as all it’s hearty bowls. Think greens, grains, and guilt-free delights, proving that takeaway can be delicious and virtuous.
Urban Health
Ranelagh
Urban Health’s protein pancakes are perfect for when the idea of cooking is as appealing as a root canal. Twenty grams of pure protein and absolutely zero deep-fried guilt. They’re a protein-packed high-five to your muscles, delivered straight to your doorstep. What more could ya want for?
The “I Just Need a Good Burger” Takeaway
Burgers reign supreme in the takeaway realm, and here’s why they’re the unrivalled champions of delivery bliss. Burgers are the epitome of customization. Whether you’re a classic cheese and lettuce aficionado or an adventurous topping explorer, the burger world caters to your taste buds. From bacon to avocados, the possibilities are multifaceted as people. It’s the ultimate mood lifter.
Nice Burger
Dun Laoghaire
Order from Nice Burger when your craving for a good burger is louder than your stomach growls. Nice Burger is the epicentre of burger nirvana. It literally makes burgers that would make you exclaim ‘nice!’ after every bite.
Brewdog
Grand Canal
Their burgs are as undeniable as their craft beers. They’re monstrously well-sized and perfect for when you feel like you need a proper feed. Plus, getting it delivered means you can enjoy the BrewDog experience without leaving the comfort of your abode. It’s the ultimate combo of convenience and epicurean delight.
Top Bun
Finglas and Blanchardstown
Because eating pantsless is a constitutional right, and Uber Eats gets it. Top Bun’s gourmet wonders teleport straight from the grill to your couch, saving you from adulting and bringing you a quality burg. These are edible liberation. No judgment if you’re in your PJs—it’s a judgment-free zone. With flavours that hit harder than Monday hits your motivation, Top Bun delivers the burgs you crave without leaving your fortress of comfort. Why settle for lukewarm regrets when you can have piping-hot bliss at your doorstep? Top Bun—because who needs pants when you’ve got buns this good?
Born for Burgers
Dorset Street
Handcrafted by flavour virtuosos, Born for Burgers are a next-level delivery option., ensuring that your burger arrives fresher than your last dance move. They have a baller student special if you’ve got that sweet discount card meaning you can get a whole ass meal for under fifteen quid. Now, that’s a bit of a mic drop if I’ve ever heard one.
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