Dublin’s newest multi-storey social destination, Old Fashioned Sam’s, has officially unveiled Laura’s, its striking new top-floor restaurant.
Named in honour of the three Kelly brothers' sister, Laura, whose unwavering support has been instrumental in their business ventures, this stunning new restaurant is the latest addition to the ever-evolving venue.
This huge space on Montague Street, which quietly just opened in the lead-up to Christmas, combines high-end yet affordable dining with stylish social spaces. In addition to Laura’s rooftop restaurant, guests can enjoy a ground-floor cocktail bar that opens into Dublin city centre’s largest heated courtyard (complete with a fully retractable roof for summer), a café-style front bar catering to the local lunchtime crowd, and Sam’s Parlour—an intimate basement cocktail bar exuding a glamorous 1920s speakeasy aesthetic.
A First Look at the New Menu at Laura’s
Laura’s brings a fresh, contemporary dining experience to Dublin 2, with a menu designed to showcase bold flavours and premium ingredients. Some of the highlights include:
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Lobster Bisque (€9.95) – A rich, velvety bisque made with lobster and langoustine, finished with coconut milk and crème fraîche.
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Tuna Tartare (€14.95) – Served with sweet soy ponzu dressing, avocado, toasted sesame, and corn tortilla chips.
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Braised Short Rib (€29.95) – Slow-cooked and served with burnt onion mash, Malbec jus, and cashew & peanut chilli crunch.
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Pan-Fried Halibut (€34.00) – Accompanied by coconut beurre blanc, sweet potato purée, and a cucumber, sesame & scallion salsa.
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10oz Fillet Steak (€49.95) – A premium cut, served with a choice of sauces and sides, cooked to perfection.
Vegetarians won’t be left behind, with dishes like the Pulled Mushroom Pita (€20.95) offering a plant-based take on bold, global flavours. A carefully curated wine list and a selection of craft cocktails complete the experience.
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Reflecting on their latest venture, Liam Kelly added, “Old Fashioned Sam’s is about creating a stylish but welcoming space where people can enjoy great food, cocktails, and atmosphere under one roof. We’re beyond excited to finally introduce Laura’s to Dublin—it’s the final piece of the puzzle for us.”
Old Fashioned Sam’s is now open daily from 10:30am, with Laura’s welcoming diners for lunch and dinner. Reservations are recommended. Find them online here and on Instagram here.
