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Is Chapter One by Mickael Viljanen worth it for foodies?

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For food & drink, Chapter One by Mickael Viljanen delivers.

Hushed, grown-up and quietly confident — Viljanen's cooking is technically dazzling without being showy. This is the special-occasion table everyone in Dublin agrees on, and the bill matches.

Price: Tasting menu well into three figures per head before wine
Time: 3–4 hours
Last verified: 2026-06-17

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Holds two MICHELIN stars, retained in the 2026 Guide (ceremony held in Dublin on 9 Feb 2026); chef Mickael Viljanen. · guide.michelin.com
Set in the Georgian basement on Parnell Square, built on prime luxury produce (e.g. Donegal lobster, Limousin sweetbreads) via classic French technique. · irishtimes.com

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