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Is Chapter One by Mickael Viljanen worth it on a budget?

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On a budget, weigh it — Chapter One by Mickael Viljanen isn't cheap for what it is.

Tasting menu well into three figures per head before wine

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
Is Chapter One by Mickael Viljanen worth it…
How we verified
  • 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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