The Bank on College Green
Dublin
At a glance
Located at 20-22 College Green, The Bank on College Green is a bar and restaurant that brings a unique blend of historic charm and contemporary Irish cuisine to Dublin. Set in a former bank building, this venue boasts an opulent atmosphere characterized by its original architectural features like the stained glass ceiling, mosaic tiled floors, and marble columns. The interiors, once a bustling banking hall, now serve as an elegant yet relaxed setting for dining and social gatherings.
The cuisine at The Bank focuses on a farm-to-table approach, serving a menu that changes with the seasons to make the most of fresh, local produce. Guests can enjoy a range of classic and contemporary dishes that reflect the rich culinary heritage of Ireland. The dining spaces are diverse, offering different experiences from the main banking hall, which is ideal for a quick bite or a specialty cocktail, to the more intimate mezzanine level providing a casual elegance.
In addition to its dining offerings, The Bank features a well-stocked bar where skilled bartenders craft bespoke seasonal cocktails. It's a popular gathering spot for both locals and visitors looking to unwind with a drink in a setting that bridges modern style with period design. The Bank welcomes guests for breakfast, lunch, brunch, and dinner, providing a comprehensive dining experience throughout the day.
Whether seeking a venue for a business lunch in the private Bank Managers Room or a leisurely dinner with views over the main bar from the mezzanine level, The Bank on College Green caters to a variety of occasions. Its location in Dublin makes it accessible and inviting for those looking to explore the city's vibrant dining scene.
Reviews
A lovely lunch in Ireland with air conditioning. Good food. Good drinks. Good service. It's hard to explain how nice this was for a stop-in unplanned meal. Be sure to take a look at the ceiling and do multiple levels. Also unexpectedly take a look at the bathrooms and the vault down below. My son ordered the pie. It was scorching hot for approximately 10 minutes before I could eat it but it was good. All the meal was good
One of the most gorgeous restaurants ive ever visited. Be sure to take the stairs down to the toilets to see the vaults. Friendly service and a full bar. Definitely worth stopping in for a pint and a small plate if you dont have time for a proper dinner
We had a delicious lunch at the Bank on our first visit to Dublin. We made an online reservation for 12 and were given a cozy table up in a small mezzanine above the ornate restaurant which was nice as the lower level had many more tables and was quite lively from a noise standpoint. There were a number of tempting sandwiches and mains but we ended up sharing the grilled chicken sandwich with Caesar dressing with a side of chips. We decided to share it which was smart in hindsight as it (along with the burgers and other items) were huge! Half a sandwich was the perfect lunch. The place got pretty busy so I think reservations are a good idea. Recommended
Wow. What a place. We were told this is a must visit for Dublin. We made it our last meal before heading back to the airport. We were not disappointed. The decor was outstanding and you could imagine it being a bank. It's full of history. Very clean with a well stocked bar from what we saw. Arrived a little earlier than our booking time but they weren't busy and could accommodate us. We were sent upstairs where John greeted us with a warm welcome and sat us down. He took our orders without needing to write it down and the food came out quickly. It was very delicious but filling so we couldn't face desert. The kids loved it. Menu is limited but we all loved what we chose. John had a laugh with the two teen boys we had with us and it was the perfect end to the holiday. We will definitely be returning when we are next in Dublin.
VEGETARIAN REVIEW: What a place!! To start the location, atmosphere, the air everything in there was 10/10. Loved the decorations and history!! The service was a 10/10!! It’s hard to come by great service here but our server took care of us and especially being vegetarian, he recommended the chickpea wellington and it was the best thing i’ve tasted in a while! He recommended great drinks for my friends and was very aware of when to clear the table and such! The food was very very good. I had the soup of the day and then the wellington and both were sooo filling! The portions were very very good! the portion to price was very good too! I would def come here again all the time if i could!
