Our Origins

Inspired by the India-Irish connection, our food story celebrates authentic regional Indian flavours,
seasonal local produce and offers a wide menu of hearty and healthy comfort foods.
This is fun food, meant for sharing. 

Doolally’s menu was originally created in collaboration with Alfred Prasad, a renowned Indian chef,
having been awarded a Michelin star at the age of twenty-nine.
His unique take on Indian cuisine, combined with Press Up’s vision for quality produce,
excellent service and world class design is what makes Doolally special.

Working closely with Alfred Prasad, our incredible team set the foundations for what Doolally is today.
We have assembled a team of brilliant chefs from the subcontinent,
who each bring with them a wealth of experience and a masterful command of flavours designed to surprise and delight.  

Doolally has been inspired by the all important spice route which connected India with Ireland,
and has seen explorers return with fantastical stories of busy markets,
street stalls, eclectic tearooms, beautiful colours and incredible people.
Strong political and literary links between Ireland and India have been well documented,
with myriad letters, poems, songs being written by Irish men and women chronicling their Indian adventures.
When it comes to food, they describe fluffy, gently charred naans, thick, flavoursome curries,
hot pickles and exotic relishes, refreshing coolers, creamy lassis and zingy sharbats.
Ireland’s love affair with India is a matter of record, and one which Doolally seeks to pay homage.

Of course, it’s not just about the food, refreshments are just as important.
We have a diverse selection of wines, Indian inspired cocktails, and crisp,refreshing beers all available.
However, we have also spent a great deal of time creating low alcohol and alcohol free options to quench your thirst.
Our homemade Doolally Chai is the perfect warming drink to enjoy before,
during or even after your meal, our team will keep you topped up with free refills.
Sip on some refreshing coolers, try our selection of lassis, or choose from our delicious selection of sharbats,
sweet chilled fruit drinks guaranteed to please.