Al MonAugust 2026 · via Google
★★★★★
My wife and I had dinner here. Nice place, decent food. Great staff. Just one little gripe.
The bottled beers could be a bit colder.
But all in all a decent place for food
Italian and Mediterranean · Dunboyne, Co. Meath
La Bucca Restaurant Dunboyne
Open now Closes at 21:00 4.4 on Google · 558 reviews
Opening hours
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Open now
Closes at 21:00
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 16:00 – 20:30 |
| Thursday | 16:00 – 20:30 |
| Friday today | 16:00 – 21:00 |
| Saturday | 16:00 – 21:00 |
| Sunday | 14:00 – 20:00 |
Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.
Full hours & directions3 The Green, Main St, Dunboyne, Co. Meath, A86 DH68
- CuisineItalian and Mediterranean
- Price€€€
- Phone+353 1 825 2233
- Nearest stationDunboyne Station · 640 m
- ServiceTakeaway
- AccessWheelchair friendly
About La Bucca
On 3 The Green, Main St in Dunboyne, La Bucca is an Italian restaurant serving locals and visitors alike. Expect Italian comfort food — think fresh pasta, antipasti and classic desserts like tiramisù.
By rail, Dunboyne Station is the closest station at 640 m. Our Dunboyne guide currently covers 23 venues, so there is plenty nearby for comparison. The closest neighbouring restaurant is Macari's, 50 m away.
Good to know: takeaway, delivery and wheelchair access are available here. It is listed as catering for vegetarian diets. It is open 5 days a week and closed on Monday and Tuesday. The earliest start is 2pm on Sunday, and the latest close is 9pm on Friday. On Google it holds 4.4 out of 5 from 558 reviews, with recent reviewers most often mentioning friendly staff, generous portions and tasty food. Budget about €20–30 per person.
Key facts
| Cuisine | Italian and Mediterranean |
|---|---|
| Type | Restaurant |
| Price guide | €€€ (upscale) |
| Typical spend | €20–30 per person |
| Google rating | 4.4 / 5 from 558 reviews |
| Good for kids | Yes |
| Parking | Yes |
| Address | 3 The Green, Main St, Dunboyne, Co. Meath, A86 DH68 |
| Eircode | A86 DH68 |
| Phone | +353 1 825 2233 |
| Takeaway | Yes |
| Delivery | Yes |
| Reservations | Required |
| Wheelchair access | Yes |
| Vegetarian options | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Open | 5 days a week · 25 hours in total |
| Nearest station | Dunboyne Station (640 m) |
| From Dublin city centre | 16 km |
| Coordinates | 53.41862, -6.47422 |
At a glance
Services & amenities at La Bucca
Service
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Dining
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
On the menu
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Spirits
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Amenities
- Bar on site
- Toilet
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
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 La Bucca
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€9.50
Tiramisù
Mascarpone, espresso-soaked savoiardi, cocoa
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€21
Lasagne della Casa
Layers of beef ragù, béchamel and parmesan
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€14
Calamari Fritti
Lightly fried squid, lemon and garlic aioli
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€23
Tagliatelle al Ragù
Slow-cooked beef and pork ragù
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€8
Affogato
Vanilla gelato drowned in espresso
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€22
Risotto ai Funghi
Arborio rice, wild mushrooms, truffle oil, parmesan
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 Fridays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for italian and mediterranean venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 16:00 – 21:00
- Sunset in Dunboyne today: 19:00
- Best time for a quieter table: 5pm or after 9pm
- One of 23 places to eat in Dunboyne
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Reviews
What recent reviewers mention most:
Friendly staffGenerous portionsTasty food
FrancescaOctober 2025 · via Google
★★★★★
Was easy enough to get a table last minute in a Saturday night. The staff were lovely, really friendly. Portion sizes are decent for the pasta. We ordered starter sized portions for our mains and they were very big portions, more than enough for a main! Really good selection on the menu too. We’ll definitely be back.
Sean EversNovember 2025 · via Google
★★★★★
My wife and I came for our Anniversary tonight. 1st time here. I ordered the prawn and chriizo linguine as a starter. Omg it was Great. The chorizo is the best ive had around dublin. For my main i had the chicken di bosco. Great flavor. The mushroom sauce was on point. Amazing!! My wife had the chicken wing flatbread as a starter. She said it was good and Filling. Loads of chicken on it. For her main she had the lemon and chili chicken. The flavor was bold with alil spice. We both ate some of it. So good. The server was great. Very attentive. Always smiling. The best thing was. It was our anniversary and they brought a small brownie and candle to the table on the house It was great. I highly recommend this place.
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Write the first reviewQuestions & answers
Where is La Bucca?
La Bucca is located at 3 The Green, Main St, Dunboyne, Co. Meath, A86 DH68. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
Is La Bucca open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays the listed hours are 14:00 – 20:00.
What time does La Bucca close tonight?
It is open right now and closes at 21:00 (Irish time).
Does La Bucca do takeaway?
Yes, takeaway is available.
Is La Bucca wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the venue is recorded as wheelchair accessible.
Can I book a table at La Bucca?
Yes. Reservations are required — call +353 1 825 2233 to book.
What other restaurants are near La Bucca?
The closest alternatives are Macari's (50 m), Papa Luigi's (50 m) and Koyla (90 m).
How is La Bucca rated?
La Bucca has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 on Google, based on 558 public reviews. Reviewers often mention friendly staff, generous portions and tasty food.
How much does a meal at La Bucca cost?
Most diners report spending about €20–30 per person.
Is La Bucca good for children?
Yes — it is listed as family friendly and offers a kids' menu.
What is the nearest train station?
Dunboyne Station is about 640 m away, roughly 8 minutes on foot.
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