Kate’s back in town. Find the top chef at
O'Connell Fishmongers in Dunne's Stores
Kate Lawlor is back in town. You’ll find the former chef/patron of 5 Fenns Quay in the kitchen of Kay O’Connor’s Fish Merchants in the heart of the impressively laid out new food hall in Dunne’s Stores Patrick Street.
Renowned fishmonger Pat O’Connell is delighted to have the experienced Kate head up the team for this new venture for Dunnes. Here, you may buy your hot dish from Kate, pay for it at the dedicated payment desk and then take it to one of the many seats and tables around the food hall.
That’s just what I did on my first visit last Wednesday. As you can imagine, there are fish all the way here, from oysters and crab to salmon and cod. There is a regular menu, but do also watch for the specials. Dishes can also be packaged for takeout.
Another recent offer is Monkfish Nuggets with tonkatsu sauce, rice, wilted greens and toasted sesame seeds (all for 12 euros); throw in a side of chips for 4 euros, and you have dinner. Their Fish Plate, with smoked salmon included, is another worth looking out for. And if you are in a rush and want a sandwich, then try their Smoked Salmon Sandwich and/or the Prawn Cocktail Sandwich (7.50 euro each).
I picked from the specials board and was delighted with my Seafood and Pasta special. Delicious prawns and freshly made pasta made for quite a lunch. Eye-catching, too, as a lady passing asked about it and immediately went to the counter and ordered one for herself!
In addition to the new outlet in Dunne’s, O’Connell’s has recently established Kay’s Kitchen in their English Market space, where Martina and Darren will look after you. Check out their superb Fish Box!
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After the pasta, I was thinking about supper. My eye had been caught by the colourful Sushi Gourmet stall down to my left, and I headed there and, indeed, spent quite a bit of time trying to make up my mind! There’s a great choice, and they were constantly bringing out new selections. In the end, I went for the Salmon Make Mixed (slices of salmon on pillows of rice, salmon sushi rolls, and vegetable sushi rolls with fried onions), all for €7.25 with free sachets of ginger, wasabi and soya sauce.
Need something to drink? No bother, just head over to the large Chilled Drinks cabinet and take your pick. Just be sure to get all your food and drink together, which will mean just one visit to the payment desk.
The new food hall is large, and there are quite a few traders around the perimeter, including Baxter and Green (deli, self-service salad bar, pizza and more), a rotisserie, and Sheridan’s Cheese (offering toasted sandwiches).
If you want just a slice of toast and jam and a cuppa, why not try ABC bread? They have a variety of breads for you to try and can top your toast with jam, lemon curd, peanut butter, honey, marmalade or marmite, and butter of course. Robert Roberts Filter Coffee and Barry’s Tea are also available. Just add a croissant and enjoy your break!
