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The story

Nove in Malahide: Michelin-Recommended Italian Dining by Oliver Dunne

The Experience

At Nove, every detail is designed to welcome. The space is warm and elegant, a setting that matches the restaurant’s philosophy: “created with an abundance of love, passion, and attention to every detail.” This approach has earned Nove a place in the Michelin Guide’s Recommended list for 2026, a recognition of its consistent quality and refined hospitality.

The team behind Nove, part of the Oliver Dunne group, has built a menu that celebrates authentic Italian cuisine. From the carefully curated wine list to the beautifully presented dishes, the restaurant offers a dining experience that feels both generous and precise.

The Menu

The menu at Nove is built around classic Italian techniques and high-quality ingredients. Starters range from a Burrata Bar with toppings like pistachio pesto and balsamic onions to antipasti such as Fritto Misto with ’Nduja Mayo and a Roasted Heirloom Tomato Bruschetta with stracciatella. The pasta section is a highlight: house-made Paccheri Carbonara with smoked pancetta, Cacio e Pepe Bucatini, and a Sweet Pea & Mint Ravioli with bacon emulsion. For mains, the kitchen offers a Saddle of Rabbit in Prosciutto, a Slow Cooked Porchetta, and a 227g Fillet of Piedmontese Beef with black truffle jus. Seafood lovers will find Chargrilled Prawns in ’Nduja butter and a Whole Grilled Sole with puttanesca vinaigrette.

Desserts are classic and comforting: Jenn’s Classic Tiramisu, Coconut Panna Cotta with passion fruit cannoli, and a Warm Pistachio Gnocchi with dulce de leche.

Modern Cuisine with Italian Roots

While the menu is firmly Italian, the style is modern. The kitchen uses precise techniques and thoughtful combinations, resulting in dishes that are clean and full of flavour. This modern approach to Italian cuisine, paired with the restaurant’s warm service, makes Nove a standout in Malahide. Whether for a lunch, dinner, or a private party, the restaurant adapts its offerings without losing its core identity. It is a place where the food, the wine, and the atmosphere work together seamlessly.