The Winding Stair, Riverside restaurant in North City, Dublin, Ireland.
The Winding Stair occupies three floors of a former textile mill building with wooden beams and large windows overlooking the Ha'penny Bridge. The spaces blend industrial architecture with bright, open views across the river.
Named after a Yeats poem, this establishment opened as a bookshop and café in the 1970s. It later transformed into a restaurant while keeping its literary connections alive.
The ground floor bookshop specializes in poetry, fiction, and works by local writers, while upstairs diners experience traditional Irish cooking in a setting that honors literary traditions.
The location sits at a central point in the city, easily walkable from downtown, with direct views of one of Dublin's landmark bridges. Visiting during quieter hours or booking ahead helps secure a good table with a view.
The kitchen sources from small Irish producers and stocks an extensive range of craft beers and carefully chosen wines. This direct relationship with local makers shapes a menu that goes beyond typical restaurant fare.
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