Bona Ventura

The Liberties · Dublin

Mongoose

Local cuisineLocals' pick

The Variety Jones brothers' casual a la carte bistro next door, open only on Sunday to Tuesday, the nights most kitchens close; Irish Times critic called it 'the best place in the country for pasta'.

Address
78 Thomas St, The Liberties, Dublin, D08 PY20
Hours
Mon 12:00-14:00, 17:00-21:00; Tue 17:00-21:00; Sun 14:00-20:00; closed Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat (Google hours via Wanderlog, 2026-10)
Best time to go
Afternoon, Evening · About 2 h
Price
Parmesan agnolotti EUR 16, porchetta EUR 20, focaccia EUR 2; wine from EUR 50; 12.5% service (Irish Times, May 2026)
Price level
€€€

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Good to know

  • Open Sun-Tue only; the Monday set lunch is the bargain
  • Order the focaccia to mop up sauces, and the porchetta to share

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