For better restaurant suggestions, allow location access to see nearby places first.
Italian restaurant in Maynooth, Co. Kildare
What should I order at Donatello's Restaurant?
What to order
-
🥇
Tiramisu
Mentioned multiple times as amazing, lovely, and a standout dessert, with reviewers specifically praising its flavor and calling it one of the best they’ve had.
-
🥈
Pizza
Frequently recommended as really good, lovely, and even more so than expected, with reviewers noting it was hot, fresh, and consistently enjoyable.
-
🥉
Prawns
Recommended for being delicious and generous in portion, appearing in both the prawn starter and prawn skewer mentions.
-
4
Pasta Carbonara
Highlighted as highly enjoyable and specifically recommended by reviewers who heard great things about it and found it lived up to the praise.
-
5
Bruschetta
Praised as a fresh, warm starter with a lovely flavor, making it a well-liked appetizer choice.
-
6
Mushroom Risotto
Described as lovely and part of a meal where nothing was left on the plates, suggesting it was especially satisfying.
-
7
Pasta Primavera
Called flawless, light, and flavorful, making it one of the most positively singled-out main dishes.
-
8
Penne Amatriciana
Described as insanely good and the reviewer’s favorite, with praise for its spicy ragu, pancetta, basil, and cream.
-
9
Linguine Di Mare
Recommended as nice and light, praised for avoiding heavy sauces and delivering a fresh seafood pasta experience.
-
10
Tagliatelle With Mushrooms & Gorgonzola
Mentioned as a favorite combination and described as very good with a generous portion.
Details
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 4 to 9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 4 to 9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4 to 9:30 PM |
| Friday | 1 to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 1 to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 1 to 9 PM |
About Donatello's Restaurant
Donatello's Restaurant is an Italian, Mediterranean, and pizza restaurant in Maynooth, Co. Kildare. Reviews consistently praise the food, especially the pasta, pizza, desserts, and early bird menu. Service is also frequently described as friendly, attentive, and accommodating, even when the restaurant is busy. Guests also mention a warm, cozy atmosphere and a good cocktail bar.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Rooftop seating
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Donatello's Restaurant known for?
Donatello's Restaurant is known for its pizzas, pasta dishes, and early bird menu, with reviewers repeatedly calling out the pizza, spaghetti arrabiata, carbonara, and mushroom risotto. The profiteroles are also a standout dessert, and several reviews mention cocktails as a surprise highlight.
What dishes are most recommended at Donatello's Restaurant?
Reviewers most often recommend the pizzas, mushroom risotto, spaghetti arrabiata, pasta carbonara, bruschetta, and profiteroles. Other dishes that came up positively include the Pasta Primavera, tagliatelle with mushrooms and gorgonzola, and the ribeye with langoustines on the early bird menu.
What is the atmosphere like at Donatello's Restaurant?
The atmosphere is described as busy, buzzing, warm, and authentic, with a proper Italian trattoria feel. It suits groups and families as well as solo diners, and reviews mention both front outdoor seating under an awning and upstairs seating.
Is Donatello's Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is €20 to €60, and reviewers specifically say the early bird menu is good value for money and reasonably priced. Several diners mention generous portions and leaving full, which supports the value for the price.
Do you need a reservation at Donatello's Restaurant?
Reservations are recommended for both lunch and dinner, especially on busy Saturday nights when the restaurant can fill up quickly. Reviewers note that even walk-ins were sometimes accommodated, but the safest option is to book ahead.
Is parking available at Donatello's Restaurant?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Paid street parking is available.
Does Donatello's Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, Donatello's Restaurant offers vegan options.
Is Donatello's Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Donatello's Restaurant is good for kids.
