Last updated: November 10, 2026
Chapter One by Mickael Viljanen is located at 18-19 Parnell Square North, Dublin 1, Ireland, in the basement of the Dublin Writers Museum. The restaurant serves set menus rather than a traditional à la carte menu.
The current menu formats include a three-course lunch, surprise lunch tasting menu, four-course dinner and six-course dinner tasting menu. Food prices start at €95 per person for lunch and €190 per person for the four-course dinner.
Because another restaurant named Chapter One operates in Kent, England, check that the address is 18-19 Parnell Square North, Dublin when making a reservation.
Menu information and prices in this guide were compiled from the restaurant information supplied for this article. Seasonal dishes and prices may change, so confirm the latest details directly with Chapter One.
Chapter One Menu Prices
| Menu | Food Price | Matching Wines | Sommelier Selection |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lunch, three courses | €95 | €90 | €235 |
| Lunch surprise tasting menu | €150 | €90 | €235 |
| Dinner, four courses | €190 | €90 | €255 |
| Dinner tasting, six courses | €235 | €110 | €285 |
An artisan cheese selection costs €29 when added to lunch.
For two guests, the four-course dinner costs €380 for food before drinks or extras. If both guests add the listed €90 matching-wine option, the food and wine total is €560.
The restaurant’s menu information should be checked before booking because prices, courses and seasonal ingredients can change.
Chapter One Lunch Menu
The standard lunch menu has three courses and costs €95 per person. Guests choose between two options for the first, main and dessert courses.
Sample Lunch Menu
| Course | Sample choices |
|---|---|
| Canapés | Served to start |
| First | Foie gras royale, apple, walnut and smoked eel or Clare Island organic salmon quenelle with red kosho sauce and trout roe |
| Main | Castletownbere cod with cauliflower and yeast, seaweed condiment, girolles and beurre nantais or roast koji-marinated Brittany rabbit with celeriac, pear, horseradish and black garlic |
| Dessert | Valrhona 80% chocolate tarte soufflé with anise and vanilla ice cream or banana délice with pecan praline, caramel, banana and lime ice cream |
Chapter One also lists a surprise tasting menu at lunch for €150 per person. Last orders for the surprise tasting menu are listed at 1:30pm in the supplied restaurant information.
Chapter One Dinner Menu
The standard dinner menu has four courses and costs €190 per person. The sample dinner menu is more fixed than the lunch menu.
Sample Four-Course Dinner
- Canapés
- Clare Island organic salmon in three services
- Kari Gosse glazed Donegal lobster with pumpkin, vadouvan, mandarin and ginger
- Roast Anjou pigeon with celeriac, navet, black garlic, juniper, pear and horseradish sauce condiment
- Valrhona Guanaja tarte soufflé with frozen clotted cream marshmallow and parsley and blackcurrant elements
A separate six-course dinner tasting menu costs €235 per person. Fine-dining travellers can also browse our fine-dining menu collection.
Chapter One Six-Course Tasting Menu
The sample tasting menu includes six courses:
- Foie gras royale with apple, walnut and smoked eel
- Gambero rosso with cucumber, grapefruit, caviar and spiced umami dressing
- Kari Gosse glazed Donegal lobster with pumpkin, vadouvan, yuzu and mandarin
- Roast saddle of young Wicklow sika deer with beetroot, autumn fruit and sauce poivrade
- Citrus with poached meringue, salted bergamot and calamansi sorbet
- Banana délice with pecan praline, rum and raisin galette and banana-lime ice cream
The tasting menu is seasonal, so these dishes should be treated as a sample rather than a guaranteed menu for a future reservation. For another multi-course tasting experience, browse our fine-dining menu collection.
What Can You Eat at Chapter One?
The current sample menus feature seafood, game, meat, vegetable-focused accompaniments and desserts. For a Tokyo tasting-menu counterpart, browse our Japanese menu collection.
Seafood
The lunch menu includes Clare Island organic salmon and Castletownbere cod. Dinner includes Donegal lobster, while the tasting menu also features gambero rosso. For a dedicated seafood restaurant, see The Seafood Shack menu guide.
Meat and Game
The sample menus include Brittany rabbit at lunch, Anjou pigeon at dinner and young Wicklow sika deer on the tasting menu.
Starters and First Courses
Lunch and tasting menus feature foie gras royale with apple, walnut and smoked eel. The lunch menu also offers a salmon quenelle with red kosho sauce and trout roe.
Desserts
Dessert examples include the Valrhona chocolate tarte soufflé and banana délice with pecan praline, caramel or banana-lime ice cream, depending on the menu.
Which Chapter One Menu Should You Choose?
The right menu depends on the amount of food, time and wine service you want rather than on a single dish, because Chapter One primarily serves set menus. For a Parisian point of comparison, browse our fine-dining menu collection.
- For a shorter lunch: The three-course lunch is €95 per person.
- For a lunch tasting format: The surprise tasting menu is €150 per person.
- For a four-course dinner: The standard dinner menu is €190 per person.
- For six tasting courses: The dinner tasting menu is €235 per person.
- For wine with your meal: Listed wine options range from €90 to €285 depending on the menu and wine selection.
If you have a dietary requirement, confirm the available menu before choosing a format.
Chapter One Drinks Menu
Wine pairings are available with the restaurant’s menus.
The listed options are:
- Lunch: matching wines €90 or sommelier selection €235
- Lunch surprise tasting: matching wines €90 or sommelier selection €235
- Dinner: matching wines €90 or sommelier selection €255
- Dinner tasting: matching wines €110 or sommelier selection €285
The complete wine list and cocktail selection were not included in the menu information used for this guide. The Michelin Guide also notes the restaurant’s wine list and its Irish Coffee served in the dining room.
Vegetarian, Vegan and Allergy Information
The Michelin Guide lists a vegetarian menu among Chapter One’s facilities. However, the current sample lunch, dinner and tasting menus do not display a separate vegetarian menu, so guests should confirm the available vegetarian dishes when booking.
The restaurant states that it cannot cater for vegan diets or egg or dairy intolerance. For other allergies or dietary requirements, contact the restaurant in advance because ingredients and preparations can change with the seasons.
Chapter One Location, Hours and Reservations
Address: 18-19 Parnell Square North, Rotunda, Dublin 1, D01 T3V8, Ireland
Phone: +353 1 873 2266
Reservations: Reserve through the restaurant’s official website — and explore more restaurant guides on MenuExplore.
Vouchers: Gift vouchers are available through the official site.
The supplied third-party opening hours are Tuesday to Friday, 12:30pm-2:00pm and 5:30pm-10:00pm; Saturday dinner only; closed Sunday and Monday. Because third-party hours can become outdated, confirm the current service times directly with the restaurant before travelling.
No verified takeaway or online food-ordering service was identified in the information used for this guide.
Chapter One Menu FAQs
What is on the Chapter One menu?
Chapter One serves set lunch, dinner and tasting menus rather than a standard à la carte menu. Sample dishes include Donegal lobster, Clare Island salmon, foie gras, Anjou pigeon, Wicklow sika deer and Valrhona chocolate desserts.
How much is the Chapter One menu?
The listed food prices are €95 for the three-course lunch, €150 for the lunch surprise tasting menu, €190 for the four-course dinner and €235 for the six-course dinner tasting menu.
How much is the Chapter One lunch menu?
The standard three-course lunch costs €95 per person. A separate surprise tasting lunch is listed at €150 per person.
How much is the Chapter One dinner menu?
The four-course dinner costs €190 per person. The six-course dinner tasting menu costs €235 per person.
Does Chapter One offer wine pairings?
Yes. Listed matching-wine prices range from €90 to €110, while the sommelier selections range from €235 to €285, depending on the menu.
Does Chapter One have vegetarian options?
The Michelin Guide lists a vegetarian menu, but the current menu information does not show a separate vegetarian menu. Ask the restaurant about current options when making your reservation.
Can Chapter One accommodate vegan diets?
The restaurant states that it cannot cater for vegan diets or egg or dairy intolerance. Contact the restaurant before booking if you have another allergy or dietary requirement.
Does Chapter One offer takeaway or delivery?
No verified takeaway or online food-ordering service was identified in the information used for this guide. Contact the restaurant directly if you want to confirm current options.
Where is Chapter One in Dublin?
Chapter One is at 18-19 Parnell Square North, Rotunda, Dublin 1, D01 T3V8, Ireland, in the basement of the Dublin Writers Museum.
Is Chapter One in Dublin the same restaurant as Chapter One in Kent?
No. The name is also used by a restaurant in Kent, England. This article refers to the Dublin restaurant at 18-19 Parnell Square North.
Chapter One Menu: Quick Summary
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Restaurant | Chapter One by Mickael Viljanen |
| Location | 18-19 Parnell Square North, Dublin 1 |
| Lunch | €95 |
| Lunch surprise tasting | €150 |
| Dinner | €190 |
| Dinner tasting | €235 |
| Lunch cheese supplement | €29 |
| Matching wines | €90-€110 |
| Sommelier selection | €235-€285 |
| Booking | Through the restaurant’s official website |
Ready to check the latest Chapter One menu? Review the current lunch, dinner and tasting options, then confirm availability, dietary requirements and prices directly with the restaurant before booking.
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