Established in 1971, Aidan and Joan MacManus’s elegant seaview restaurant with rooms is one of Dublin’s original fine dining establishments - and one of the first to specialise in seafood. Aidan’s famous commitment to the best of seasonal, local produce is seen on menus that offer outstanding dishes for every budget - mainly seafood, but also with a focus on game in winter - treats that have always been matched by one of the country’s finest wine lists. Evolving with the city, the cosily old world restaurant was transformed nearly two decades ago into a smart modern venue that was all about the great sea views with rooms. And, added more recently, the contemporary smart-casual East Café Bar is run by son of the house, Declan MacManus, with his wife Susan McKiernan. Offering a limited menu, Aidan's fantastic food and great value, it is proving a real winner.