I went because it looks beautiful but my friend and I order a burger each and they took almost an hour and a half to bring them and that was only because we asked one of the waitress if our food was coming or not after we saw all the tables around us had already their meals even when they ordered after us. She took care of the situation but nobody came to ask if we still wanted our food and just brought it on the next 10 mins or less without apologising or acknowledging their mistake because they clearly had forgotten about it. After that, the waitress, Hannah, who solved the situation at first was the only one that took constant care of our service and was friendly but the whole situation delayed our plans and kept us hungry for a while. We both work in hospitality and we can understand delays or mistakes happen, but at least they could have asked if we still wanted the food and take accountability for the mistake.
Bistro and French · Bray, Co. Wicklow
Tower Bistro Bray
Closed now Opens tomorrow at 12:00 4.3 on Google · 61 reviews
Opening hours
--:-- Irish time ·
| Monday | 12:00 – 21:30 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00 – 21:30 |
| Wednesday | 12:00 – 21:30 |
| Thursday today | 12:00 – 21:30 |
| Friday | 12:00 – 22:00 |
| Saturday | 12:00 – 22:00 |
| Sunday | 12:00 – 21:30 |
Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.
Full hours & directions47 Strand Rd, Bray, Co. Wicklow, A98 P7X4
- CuisineBistro and French
- Price€€€
- Phone+353 1 286 8000
- Nearest stationBray Daly Station · 320 m
- SeatingOutdoor tables
- AccessWheelchair friendly
About Tower Bistro
Set on 47 Strand Rd, Tower Bistro is a bistro restaurant in the heart of Bray, Co. Wicklow. The kitchen offers a broad menu built around well-loved favourites.
Arriving by train? Bray Daly Station is 320 m away, about 4 minutes on foot. Bray has 127 restaurants, cafés and takeaways in our guide, and this is one of them. It shares the spot with The Martello Bar, which is just next door.
Good to know: delivery, outdoor seating, table reservations and wheelchair access are available here. You can eat here any day of the week. The earliest start is noon on Monday, and the latest close is 10pm on Friday. Its public Google rating stands at 4.3 stars (61 reviews), with recent reviewers most often mentioning busy at peak times. Expect to spend around €10–40 per person.
Key facts
| Cuisine | Bistro and French |
|---|---|
| Type | Restaurant |
| Price guide | €€€ (upscale) |
| Typical spend | €10–40 per person |
| Google rating | 4.3 / 5 from 61 reviews |
| Good for kids | Yes |
| Address | 47 Strand Rd, Bray, Co. Wicklow, A98 P7X4 |
| Eircode | A98 P7X4 |
| Phone | +353 1 286 8000 |
| Delivery | Yes |
| Outdoor seating | Yes |
| Reservations | Yes |
| Wheelchair access | Yes |
| Open | 7 days a week · 68 hours in total |
| Nearest station | Bray Daly Station (320 m) |
| From Dublin city centre | 20 km |
| Coordinates | 53.20201, -6.09794 |
At a glance
Services & amenities at Tower Bistro
Service
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Dining
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
On the menu
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Spirits
- Wine
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Amenities
- Bar on site
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Details as published on the venue's public business listing; they can change, so confirm anything essential with the restaurant.
Menu highlights
What to order at Tower Bistro
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€11.50
French Onion Soup
Gruyère croûton
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€11.50
Crème Brûlée
Vanilla bean
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€18
Cheese Selection
French and Irish farmhouse
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€13
Goat's Cheese Tart
Caramelised onion, walnut
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€14
Chicken Liver Parfait
Brioche, onion marmalade
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€37
Steak Frites
Irish striploin, béarnaise, pommes frites
Typical dishes and approximate prices for this style of restaurant. The restaurant's own menu and prices may differ.
Estimated busy times
Usually busiest around 7pm on Thursdays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for bistro and french venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 12:00 – 21:30
- Sunset in Bray today: 19:01
- Best time for a quieter table: 5pm or after 9pm
- One of 127 places to eat in Bray
Photos
Reviews
What recent reviewers mention most:
Busy at peak times
Service is very poor as we walked in an no one approached us or let us know where to sit! We ordered the steak sandwich and it was literally a lump of steak on bread? I have never in my life had a steak sandwich like that. It was expensive and lacked seasoning. We also asked for the steak to be medium rare but it was practically well done and chewy. Honestly a waste of money :/
Lovely meal well served by very efficient and friendly staff. Extremely busy when we were there and service was still speedy. We'll be back.
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Write the first reviewQuestions & answers
Where is Tower Bistro?
Tower Bistro is located at 47 Strand Rd, Bray, Co. Wicklow, A98 P7X4. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
Is Tower Bistro open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays the listed hours are 12:00 – 21:30.
What time does Tower Bistro close tonight?
It is currently closed. Opens tomorrow at 12:00.
Is Tower Bistro wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the venue is recorded as wheelchair accessible.
Can I book a table at Tower Bistro?
Yes. Reservations are accepted — call +353 1 286 8000 to book.
What other restaurants are near Tower Bistro?
The closest alternatives are The Martello Bar (10 m), The Martello Hotel (10 m) and The Palm (20 m).
How is Tower Bistro rated?
Tower Bistro has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 on Google, based on 61 public reviews. Reviewers often mention busy at peak times.
How much does a meal at Tower Bistro cost?
Most diners report spending about €10–40 per person.
Is Tower Bistro good for children?
Yes — it is listed as family friendly and offers a kids' menu.
What is the nearest train station?
Bray Daly Station is about 320 m away, roughly 4 minutes on foot.
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