Menu
Seven menus, one French kitchen beside Dublin Castle — from our Early Bird at €29.90 to lunch, brunch, set dinner and group menus. Every dish is listed below with its price and allergens in full.
Early Bird Menu
Monday to Thursday · from 5 PM to 6 PM
2 courses €29.90
Starters
Soupe à l'Oignon
French Onion Soup, served with Emmental Cheese and Croûtons on the side.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 7, 9, 10, 12Moules Marinières à la Crème
Steamed Mussels with Shallots, white Wine sauce and Cream, Garlic, Parsley.
Allergens: 7, 9, 12, 14Salade de Tomates
Dressed Heirloom Tomato Salad, Olives Tapenade, Figs, Rocket and crispy Garlic.
Allergens: 9, 10, 12Main Courses
Boeuf Bourguignon
Slow-cooked Beef stew in Burgundy red Wine sauce, served with baby Potatoes, baby Onions, Mushrooms, Carrots, Parsley & Bacon.
Allergens: 7, 9, 12Moules Marinières à la crème, Frites “maison”
Steamed Mussels with Shallots, white Wine sauce and Cream, Garlic, Parsley served with French fries.
Allergens: 7, 9, 12, 14Céleri rôti & sa purée de Patate douce
Roast Celeriac, confit red Onion, sweet Potato purée, Lentils, house Dukkah & Salsa verde.
Allergens: 6, 8, 9, 10, 12Suprême de Poulet & Légumes Provençaux
Slow-roasted Chicken Supreme, Provençale vegetable tian, sarladaise Potato, Olives & Basil dressing.
Allergens: 7, 9, 10, 12Desserts
Crème Brûlée
Crème Brûlée Classic.
Allergens: 3, 7Blanc-Manger au Tonka
Tonka Bean blancmange, poached Strawberries in Sherry vinegar, Basil & Sablé Biscuit.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 7, 12Sides — €5.00
Rocket Salad, Comté, Balsamic dressing
Allergens: 7, 10, 12Sautéed Broccoli, Smoked Crème fraîche, Chilli Maple Syrup
Allergens: 7, 9, 10, 12French fries
Allergens: 6French Baguette Bread€2.00
Allergens: 1(wheat), 7Lunch
Monday to Friday · 12 PM to 3 PM
À la carte
Starters
Soupe à l'Oignon€8.90
French Onion Soup, served with Emmental Cheese and Croûtons on the side.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 7, 9, 10, 12Moules Marinières à la Crème€11.00
Steamed Mussels with Shallots, white Wine sauce and Cream, Garlic, Parsley.
Allergens: 7, 9, 12, 14Ballottine de Foie gras de Canard “maison”€19.50
Homemade Foie Gras Ballotine, poached Apple, Ruby Port Gel, Toasted Brioche.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 7, 9, 10, 12Terrine de Poisson€12.50
Fish Terrine, dressed confit Tomato, Asparagus, Cucumber, Fish Roe, Prawn Oil and Marie Rose sauce.
Allergens: 4, 7, 9, 10, 12Escargots au Beurre à l'Ail€13.50
12 Baked Snails in the Shell, Garlic and Parsley Butter.
Allergens: 7, 12, 14Main Courses
Bœuf Bourguignon€22.50
Slow-cooked Beef stew in Burgundy red Wine sauce, served with baby Potatoes, baby Onions, Mushrooms, Carrots, Parsley & Bacon.
Allergens: 7, 9, 12Moules Marinières à la Crème & Frites “maison”€20.50
Steamed Mussels with Shallots, white Wine sauce and Cream, Garlic, Parsley served with French fries.
Allergens: 7, 9, 12, 14Entrecôte & Frites “maison”€39.50
Ribeye, French fries, Watercress Aioli, green Peppercorn sauce.
Allergens: 3, 7, 9, 10, 12Truite Estivale€27.50
Pan-fried Sea Trout, sweet Corn purée, grilled Corn, sautéed Mushrooms, Parmentier Potatoes, Tarragon Oil.
Allergens: 4, 7, 9, 10, 12Plat du jour€13.90
Dish of the day.
Side orders — €5.00
Rocket Salad, Comté, Balsamic dressing
Allergens: 7, 10, 12Sautéed Broccoli, smoked Crème fraîche, Chilli Maple Syrup
Allergens: 7, 9, 10, 12French fries
Allergens: 6French Baguette Bread€2.00
Allergens: 1(wheat), 7Sandwiches — €10.90
Végétarien Baguette
Slow-roasted Tomato, smoked Aubergine Mayo, pickled red Cabbage & baby Kale on Baguette.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 6, 9, 10, 12Poulet Provençal Baguette
Slow-cooked Chicken fillet, confit bell Peppers, roasted Tomato and Almond relish, baby Gem Lettuce on Baguette.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 7, 9, 10, 12Saumon Baguette
House-smoked Salmon Rillettes, pickled Cucumber, Dill Crème fraîche on baguette.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 4, 7, 9, 10, 12Croque-Monsieur
Soft white sourdough Toast layered with Emmental, Ham and Béchamel sauce.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 6, 7, 9, 10Croque-Madame (Supplément €1.00)
The classic Croque-Monsieur, topped with Perfect Sunny Side-up Egg on top.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 6, 7, 9, 10Salades — €11.90
Salade de Tomates
Dressed Heirloom Tomato Salad, Olives Tapenade, Figs, Rocket and crispy Garlic.
Allergens: 9, 10, 12Salade de Poulet au bleu & Poire
Slow-roasted Chicken fillet, blue Cheese, poached Pear, Walnuts, Endives & Salad.
Allergens: 7, 8, 9, 10, 12Desserts — €8.50
Mini Cheese Plate
Selection of 2 Cheeses served with French Baguette and fig Jam.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 7, 12Crème brûlée
Classic Crème Brûlée.
Allergens: 3, 7Blanc-Manger au Tonka
Tonka Bean blancmange, poached Strawberries in Sherry vinegar, Basil & Sablé Biscuit.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 7, 12Chez Max Paris-Brest
Paris-Brest Choux, Crème Diplomat, salted Caramel Ice Cream, candied Hazelnuts & Orange.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 7, 8, 12Café Gourmand€10.50
Mini Selection: Crème Brûlée, white Chocolate Ganache with Strawberry, Meringue, mini Profiterole.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 7, 8, 12Lunch Formules
Sandwiche€15.90
Sandwich + Soft Drink or Red or White Balloon of Wine + Black, Espresso, White Coffee or Tea. (Other Hot Drinks = €0.50)
Salade€16.90
Salade + Soft Drink or Red or White Balloon of Wine + Black, Espresso, White Coffee or Tea. (Other Hot Drinks = €0.50)
Dish of the Day€18.90
Dish of the day + Soft Drink or Red or White Balloon of Wine + Black, Espresso, White Coffee or Tea. (Other Hot Drinks = €0.50)
Afternoon Menu
Monday to Friday · from 2 PM to 5 PM
À la carte
Mixed Olives€4.90
Allergens: 12Rocket Salad, Comté, Balsamic dressing€5.00
Allergens: 7, 10, 12Soupe à l'Oignon€8.90
French Onion Soup, served with Emmental, Cheese and Croûtons on the side.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 7, 9, 10, 12Ballottine de Foie gras de Canard “maison”€19.50
Homemade Foie Gras Ballotine, poached Apple, Ruby Port Gel, Toasted Brioche.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 7, 9, 10, 12Plateau de Fromage ou Charcuterie€14.50
Cheese Platter, Grapes, Chutney, served with French Baguette or Ham Platter, Cornichons, served with French Baguette.
Allergens: cheese platter 1(wheat), 7, 12 · ham platter 1(wheat), 7, 8, 9, 10, 12Poulpe à la Persillade€11.50
Marinated baby Octopus, Garlic, Lemon & Parsley, French Baguette, Rocket & Balsamic.
Allergens: 1, 4, 7, 9, 10, 12, 14Terrine de Poisson€12.50
Fish Terrine, dressed confit Tomato, Asparagus, Cucumber, Fish Roe, Prawn Oil and Marie Rose sauce.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 12Escargots au Beurre à l'Ail€13.50
12 Baked Snails in the Shell, Garlic and Parsley Butter.
Allergens: 7, 12, 14Selection of homemade Desserts
Crème brûlée, Blanc-Manger au Tonka, Paris Brest, Mini Cheese, Café Gourmand.
Brunch
Saturday 11 AM–3 PM · Sunday 12 PM–3 PM
À la carte
Starters
Soupe à l'Oignon€8.90
French Onion Soup, served with Emmental Cheese and Croûtons on the side.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 7, 9, 10, 12Moules Marinières à la Crème€11.00
Steamed Mussels with Shallots, white Wine sauce and Cream, Garlic, Parsley.
Allergens: 7, 9, 12, 14Ballottine de Foie gras de Canard “maison”€19.50
Homemade Foie Gras Ballotine, poached Apple, Ruby Port Gel, Toasted Brioche.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 7, 9, 10, 12Escargots au Beurre à l'Ail€13.50
12 Baked Snails in the Shell, Garlic and Parsley Butter.
Allergens: 7, 12, 14Main Courses
Bœuf Bourguignon€22.50
Slow-cooked Beef stew in Burgundy red Wine sauce, served with baby Potatoes, baby Onions, Mushrooms, Carrots, Parsley & Bacon.
Allergens: 7, 9, 12Moules Marinières à la crème & Frites “maison”€20.50
Steamed Mussels with Shallots, white Wine sauce and Cream, Garlic, Parsley served with French fries.
Allergens: 7, 9, 12, 14Entrecôte & Frites “maison”€39.50
Ribeye, French fries, Watercress Aioli, green Peppercorn sauce.
Allergens: 3, 7, 9, 10, 12Truite Estivale€27.50
Pan-fried Sea Trout, sweet Corn purée, grilled Corn, sautéed Mushrooms, Parmentier Potatoes, Tarragon Oil.
Allergens: 4, 7, 9, 10, 12Céleri rôti & sa purée de Patate douce€20.50
Roast Celeriac, confit red Onion, sweet Potato purée, Lentils, house Dukkah & Salsa verde.
Allergens: 6, 8, 9, 10, 12Chez Max's Eggs
Croque-Madame€13.90
The classic Croque-Monsieur, topped with perfect Sunny-side-up Egg on top.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 6, 7, 9, 10Œufs Bénédictine au Jambon ou Saumon€13.90
Eggs Benedict: smoked Salmon or Ham on a buttered Croissant, poached Eggs, Hollandaise sauce.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 12Gauffre au Bacon & Œuf au Plat€14.50
Toasted Waffles, crispy Bacon, fried Egg, Chilli-Infused Maple Syrup, Crème fraîche.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 6, 7, 9Toast À la Tomate et Asperges€14.50
Grilled Asparagus, slow-roasted Tomato, Toasted Sourdough, poached Eggs & Choron sauce.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 7, 9, 10, 12Chez Max's Burger€18.50
Irish Beef Burger, Chez Max sauce, fried Egg, battered Onion ring, Gem Lettuce, Brioche bun, and French fries.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 7, 9, 10, 12Sandwiches — €12.50
Végétarien Baguette
Slow-roasted Tomato, smoked Aubergine Mayo, pickled red Cabbage & baby Kale on Baguette.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 6, 9, 10, 12Poulet Provençal Baguette
Slow-cooked Chicken fillet, confit bell Peppers, roasted Tomato and Almond relish, baby Gem Lettuce on Baguette.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 7, 9, 10, 12Croque-Monsieur
Soft white sourdough Toast layered with Emmental, Ham and Béchamel sauce.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 6, 7, 9, 10Salades — €13.50
Salade de Tomates
Dressed Heirloom Tomato Salad, Olives Tapenade, Figs, Rocket and crispy Garlic.
Allergens: 9, 10, 12Salade de Poulet au bleu & Poire
Slow-roasted Chicken fillet, blue Cheese, poached Pear, Walnuts, Endives & Salad.
Allergens: 7, 8, 9, 10, 12Side orders — €5.00
Sautéed Broccoli, Smoked Crème fraîche, Chilli Maple Syrup
Allergens: 7, 9, 10, 12Rocket Salad, Comté, Balsamic
Allergens: 7, 10, 12French fries
Allergens: 6French Baguette Bread€2.00
Allergens: 1(wheat), 7Desserts — €8.50
Mini Cheese Plate
Selection of 2 Cheeses served with French Baguette and fig Jam.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 7, 12Crème brûlée
Classic Crème Brûlée.
Allergens: 3, 7Blanc-Manger au Tonka
Tonka Bean blancmange, poached Strawberries in Sherry vinegar, Basil & Sablé Biscuit.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 7, 12Chez Max Paris-Brest
Paris-Brest Choux, Crème Diplomat, salted Caramel Ice Cream, candied Hazelnuts & Orange.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 7, 8, 12Café Gourmand€10.50
Mini Selection: Crème Brûlée, white Chocolate Ganache with Strawberry, Meringue, mini Profiterole.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 7, 8, 12Brunch Formules
Sandwiche€17.50
Sandwich + Soft Drink or Red or White Balloon of Wine + Black, Espresso, White Coffee or Tea. (Other Hot Drinks = €0.50)
Salade€18.50
Salade + Soft Drink or Red or White Balloon of Wine + Black, Espresso, White Coffee or Tea. (Other Hot Drinks = €0.50)
Dinner
Sunday to Wednesday 5–9 PM · Thursday to Saturday 5–10 PM
2 courses €40.90 · 3 courses €45.90
Starters
Ballottine de Foie gras de Canard “maison” (Supplément €7.00)
Homemade Foie Gras Ballotine, poached Apple, Ruby Port Gel, Toasted Brioche.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 7, 9, 10, 12Soupe à l'Oignon
French Onion Soup, Emmental Cheese and Croûtons on the side.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 7, 9, 10, 12Moules Marinières à la Crème
Steamed Mussels with Shallots, white Wine sauce and Cream, Garlic, Parsley.
Allergens: 7, 9, 12, 14Tartelette Provençale
Provençale vegetable Tartelette, maple & Thyme-glazed Fig, roast Tomato sauce & Basil Oil.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 6, 9, 10, 12Terrine de Poisson
Fish Terrine, dressed confit Tomato, Asparagus, Cucumber, Fish Roe, Prawn Oil and Marie Rose sauce.
Allergens: 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 12Escargots au Beurre à l'Ail
12 Baked Snails in the Shell, Garlic and Parsley Butter.
Allergens: 7, 12, 14Poulpe à la Persillade
Sautéed baby Octopus, Garlic, Lemon & Parsley, Croutons, Rocket & Balsamic.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 9, 10, 12, 14Main Courses
Bœuf Bourguignon
Slow-cooked Beef stew in Burgundy red Wine sauce, served with baby Potatoes, baby Onions, Mushrooms, Carrots, Parsley & Bacon.
Allergens: 7, 9, 12Moules Marinières à la crème & Frites “maison”
Steamed Mussels with Shallots, white Wine sauce and Cream, Garlic, Parsley served with French fries.
Allergens: 7, 9, 12, 14Entrecôte & Frites “maison” (Supplément €9.00)
Ribeye, French fries, Watercress Aioli, green Peppercorn sauce or Garlic & Parsley Butter sauce.
Allergens: 3, 7, 9, 10, 12Céleri rôti & sa purée de Patate douce
Roast Celeriac, confit red Onion, sweet Potato purée, Lentils, house Dukkah & Salsa verde.
Allergens: 6, 8, 9, 10, 12Truite Estivale
Pan-fried Sea Trout, sweet Corn purée, grilled Corn, sautéed Mushrooms, Parmentier Potatoes, Tarragon Oil.
Allergens: 4, 7, 9, 10, 12Magret de Canard, sauce au Thym
Pan-roasted Duck breast, Duck Leg Croquette, Broad Beans, Parmentier Potatoes, sweet Potato purée, pickled Beetroot & Thyme Jus.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 7, 9, 10, 12Suprême de Poulet & Légumes Provençaux
Slow-roasted Chicken Supreme, Provençale vegetable tian, sarladaise Potato, Olives & Basil dressing.
Allergens: 7, 9, 10, 12Chez Max Bouillabaisse
Bouillabaisse, Cod, Sea Bream, Mussels & Gambas, baby Potatoes, classic Rouille on Toast.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 2, 4, 6, 9, 10, 12, 14Side orders — €5.00
Rocket Salad, Comté, Balsamic
Allergens: 7, 10, 12Sautéed Broccoli, Smoked Crème fraîche, Chilli Maple Syrup
Allergens: 7, 9, 10, 12French fries
Allergens: 6French Baguette Bread
Allergens: 1(wheat), 7Desserts
Mini Cheese Plate
Selection of 2 Cheeses served with French Baguette and fig Jam.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 7, 12Crème brûlée
Classic Crème Brûlée.
Allergens: 3, 7Blanc-Manger au Tonka
Tonka Bean blancmange, poached Strawberries in Sherry vinegar, Basil & Sablé Biscuit.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 7, 12Chez Max Paris-Brest
Paris-Brest Choux, Crème Diplomat, salted Caramel Ice Cream, candied Hazelnuts & Orange.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 7, 8, 12Café Gourmand (+ €1.00)
Mini Selection: Crème Brûlée, white Chocolate Ganache with Strawberry, Meringue, mini Profiterole.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 7, 8, 12Found your next table?
Open Monday to Friday 8 AM–11 PM, Saturday 10 AM–midnight, Sunday 11 AM–11 PM — dinner every evening from 5 PM.
Group Lunch
Monday to Friday · 12 PM to 3 PM · parties of 8+/10+
2 courses €35.90 · 3 courses €40.90
Starters
Soupe à l'Oignon
French Onion Soup, served with Emmental Cheese and Croûtons on the side.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 7, 10, 12Ballotine de Foie gras de Canard (Supplement €7)
Homemade Foie Gras Ballotine, poached Apple, Ruby Port Gel, Toasted Brioche.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 7, 9, 10, 12Terrine de Poisson
Fish Terrine, dressed confit Tomato, Asparagus, Cucumber, Fish Roe, Prawn Oil and Marie Rose sauce.
Allergens: 4, 7, 9, 10, 12Salade de Tomates
Dressed Heirloom Tomato Salad, Olives Tapenade, Figs, Rocket and crispy Garlic.
Allergens: 9, 10, 12Main Courses
Bœuf Bourguignon
Slow-cooked Beef stew in Burgundy red Wine sauce, served with baby Potatoes, baby Onions, Mushrooms, Carrots, Parsley & Bacon.
Allergens: 7, 9, 12Steak & Frites “maison” (Supplement €9)
Ribeye, French fries, Watercress Aioli, green Peppercorn sauce.
Allergens: 3, 7, 10, 12Suprême de Poulet & Légumes Provençaux
Slow-roasted Chicken Supreme, Provençale vegetable tian, sarladaise Potato, Olives & Basil dressing.
Allergens: 7, 9, 10, 12Céleri rôti & sa purée de Patate douce
Roast Celeriac, confit red Onion, sweet Potato purée, Lentils, house Dukkah & Salsa verde.
Allergens: 6, 8, 9, 10, 12Truite Estivale
Pan-fried Sea Trout, sweet Corn purée, grilled Corn, sautéed Mushrooms, Parmentier Potatoes, Tarragon Oil.
Allergens: 4, 7, 9, 10, 12Dessert
Crème Brûlée
Crème Brûlée Classic.
Allergens: 3, 7Mini Cheese Plate
Selection of two cheeses.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 7Blanc-Manger au Tonka
Tonka Bean blancmange, poached Strawberries in Sherry vinegar, Basil & Sablé Biscuit.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 7, 12Group lunch is for parties of 10 or more (set menu available from 8 guests); groups of 15+ are seated between 2:15 PM and 3 PM. Request a group table.
Group Dinner
Every evening from 5 PM · parties of 7+
3 courses €45.90
Starters
Soupe à l'Oignon
French Onion Soup, served with Emmental Cheese and Croûtons on the side.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 7, 10, 12Ballotine de Foie gras de Canard (Supplement €7)
Homemade Foie Gras Ballotine, poached Apple, Ruby Port Gel, Toasted Brioche.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 7, 9, 10, 12Terrine de Poisson
Fish Terrine, dressed confit Tomato, Asparagus, Cucumber, Fish Roe, Prawn Oil and Marie Rose sauce.
Allergens: 4, 7, 9, 10, 12Tartelette Provençale
Provençale vegetable Tartelette, maple & Thyme-glazed Fig, roast Tomato sauce & Basil Oil.
Allergens: 1, 6, 9, 10, 12Main Courses
Bœuf Bourguignon
Slow-cooked Beef stew in Burgundy red Wine sauce, served with baby Potatoes, baby Onions, Mushrooms, Carrots, Parsley & Bacon.
Allergens: 7, 9, 12Steak & Frites “maison” (Supplement €9)
Ribeye, French fries, Watercress Aioli, green Peppercorn or Béarnaise sauce.
Allergens: 3, 7, 10, 12Suprême de Poulet & Légumes Provençaux
Slow-roasted Chicken Supreme, Provençale vegetable tian, sarladaise Potato, Olives & Basil dressing.
Allergens: 7, 9, 10, 12Céleri rôti & sa purée de Patate douce
Roast Celeriac, confit red Onion, sweet Potato purée, Lentils, house Dukkah & Salsa verde.
Allergens: 6, 8, 9, 10, 12Chez Max Bouillabaisse
Bouillabaisse, Cod, Sea Bream, Mussels & Gambas, baby Potatoes, classic Rouille on Toast.
Allergens: 1, 2, 4, 6, 9, 10, 12, 14Dessert
Crème Brûlée
Crème Brûlée Classic.
Allergens: 3, 7Mini Cheese Plate
Selection of two cheeses.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 7Chez Max Paris-Brest
Paris-Brest Choux, Crème Diplomat, salted Caramel Ice Cream, candied Hazelnuts & Orange.
Allergens: 1(wheat), 3, 7, 8, 12Group dinner is for parties of 7 or more. Request a group table.
Allergen Legend
The numbers shown after each dish refer to the 14 food allergens listed under EU Regulation No. 1169/2011.
- Cereals containing gluten (wheat, rye, barley, oats)
- Crustaceans
- Eggs
- Fish
- Peanuts
- Soybeans
- Milk (including lactose)
- Nuts
- Celery
- Mustard
- Sesame seeds
- Sulphur dioxide & sulphites
- Lupin
- Molluscs
Please let your server know about any allergies or dietary requirements — vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are available. A 12.5% service charge applies to group bookings.