This is my favorite restaurant in old Dublin. Most of the Dublin restaurants are pricey and under deliver in my opinion. I think Oscars is the best of both worlds. Their bread is awesome! The saltiness makes it unique. The only salad I've tried is the balsamic. Once they slightly skimped on the raspberries, but it's really good. I recommend the voodoo risotto. Scallops are also excellent. My only complaint is that I have arrived at their 5pm opening time sharp before on a Saturday. Service was horrible. Just one of those things where they were pretty dead and we were the server's only table. Too much multitasking going on at opening time. By far the best place to eat in old Dublin!
(5)
Pat E.
If I am keeping it real, I would have to say, Oscar's is not as good as it use to be. I have been coming here for maybe 10 years. What I notice is the lack of excitement in the execution of the dishes, smaller portions and "safe bets". Now it seems the plates are assembled factory style, with a whole lot of what sounds good, with little imagination added . As for my most recent experience: Admittedly, the 3 grill steak sticks appetizers are really good. I think mostly because of the horseradish sauce. The steaks are prepared medium, which means precooked to me. We tried to order them medium rare, but that didn't happen. I had the Voodoo Risotto, probably for the 4th time. Each time, the dish gets smaller, as does the seafood portions. The smoked mussels,I would bet, are straight out of a can and an embarrassing filler. I get that Risotto is difficult to make, but you would expect if it is on the restaurant menu, it would be smooth and creamy 99.9 % of the time. Not the case here. While others rave about the Walleye, I would describe it as delicate, with no real discerning flavor. Good, but not great. There is more lemon taste than Crab taste in the sauce......still wondering why they call it crab sauce??? The sides would not be memorable, other than there isn't much there. Maybe a spoon full of green beans? And the green from the green beans are the only color on the Walleye plate. Sometimes the Walleye is from Lake Erie and sometimes it is farm-raised. If that is important to you, you should ask. Ole boy loved the apple streusel because of the walnut ice cream addition. He almost licked that bowl clean. I have never had bad service here. In fact, they are very good about responding to concerns regarding your meal. This last time I really liked our young cute server. She was aiming to please. Having reservations always helps and is easy to do with Open Table. On the weekends, it can get really loud and crowded. They have a bar area with booths, main dining area and patio out front. The inside can be dark because of all the dark wood. Sometimes this can have the right effect. ;) Don't pay for valet, because oftentimes you can find parking in the back, and enter through the "other" door at the top of a significant flight of steps. (Not for the walking impaired.) Overall, Oscars is a safe bet for a good meal. My rating is based on what I have experienced over the course of time and not just one meal. If you are in the area, I would definitely recommend dining here, but note it is not worth going out of your way.
(3)
Zak P.
Service: our waiter was super nice, quick with refills and plate removals. Dinner: I got the ribs. Fantastic. I smelled them cooking coming in and I didn't need the menu. That's what I wanted. My wife got he pork chops and she died. It was super plump and juicy. It came with a nice corn cake and sweet tater puddin. I recommend this place for a special date. We went for Valentine's Day. Great decision.
(5)
Scott C.
One of my favorite restraunts ! Been there several times it has been fantastic every time ! The Tilapia is probably my favorite! It's amazing! The Filet is amazing! The Voodoo Risotto amazing! Highly recommend the oyster tostada apittizer! Great ambience! Great wine list ! Great Martini's! A must try!
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Accepts Bitcoin : No Good For : Dinner Parking : Valet, Street, Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : No Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Dressy Ambience : Classy Noise Level : Average Good For Dancing : No Alcohol : Full Bar Happy Hour : Yes Best Nights : Thu Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Steve G.
This is my favorite restaurant in old Dublin. Most of the Dublin restaurants are pricey and under deliver in my opinion. I think Oscars is the best of both worlds. Their bread is awesome! The saltiness makes it unique. The only salad I've tried is the balsamic. Once they slightly skimped on the raspberries, but it's really good. I recommend the voodoo risotto. Scallops are also excellent. My only complaint is that I have arrived at their 5pm opening time sharp before on a Saturday. Service was horrible. Just one of those things where they were pretty dead and we were the server's only table. Too much multitasking going on at opening time. By far the best place to eat in old Dublin!
(5)Pat E.
If I am keeping it real, I would have to say, Oscar's is not as good as it use to be. I have been coming here for maybe 10 years. What I notice is the lack of excitement in the execution of the dishes, smaller portions and "safe bets". Now it seems the plates are assembled factory style, with a whole lot of what sounds good, with little imagination added . As for my most recent experience: Admittedly, the 3 grill steak sticks appetizers are really good. I think mostly because of the horseradish sauce. The steaks are prepared medium, which means precooked to me. We tried to order them medium rare, but that didn't happen. I had the Voodoo Risotto, probably for the 4th time. Each time, the dish gets smaller, as does the seafood portions. The smoked mussels,I would bet, are straight out of a can and an embarrassing filler. I get that Risotto is difficult to make, but you would expect if it is on the restaurant menu, it would be smooth and creamy 99.9 % of the time. Not the case here. While others rave about the Walleye, I would describe it as delicate, with no real discerning flavor. Good, but not great. There is more lemon taste than Crab taste in the sauce......still wondering why they call it crab sauce??? The sides would not be memorable, other than there isn't much there. Maybe a spoon full of green beans? And the green from the green beans are the only color on the Walleye plate. Sometimes the Walleye is from Lake Erie and sometimes it is farm-raised. If that is important to you, you should ask. Ole boy loved the apple streusel because of the walnut ice cream addition. He almost licked that bowl clean. I have never had bad service here. In fact, they are very good about responding to concerns regarding your meal. This last time I really liked our young cute server. She was aiming to please. Having reservations always helps and is easy to do with Open Table. On the weekends, it can get really loud and crowded. They have a bar area with booths, main dining area and patio out front. The inside can be dark because of all the dark wood. Sometimes this can have the right effect. ;) Don't pay for valet, because oftentimes you can find parking in the back, and enter through the "other" door at the top of a significant flight of steps. (Not for the walking impaired.) Overall, Oscars is a safe bet for a good meal. My rating is based on what I have experienced over the course of time and not just one meal. If you are in the area, I would definitely recommend dining here, but note it is not worth going out of your way.
(3)Zak P.
Service: our waiter was super nice, quick with refills and plate removals. Dinner: I got the ribs. Fantastic. I smelled them cooking coming in and I didn't need the menu. That's what I wanted. My wife got he pork chops and she died. It was super plump and juicy. It came with a nice corn cake and sweet tater puddin. I recommend this place for a special date. We went for Valentine's Day. Great decision.
(5)Scott C.
One of my favorite restraunts ! Been there several times it has been fantastic every time ! The Tilapia is probably my favorite! It's amazing! The Filet is amazing! The Voodoo Risotto amazing! Highly recommend the oyster tostada apittizer! Great ambience! Great wine list ! Great Martini's! A must try!
(5)