HomepageFood & RecipesSubscriberRestaurant review: Mongoose should be top of your list for great value diningMongoose is a gem — I can’t wait to return Mongoose restaurant, 78 Thomas St., Dublin. Photograph Moya Nolan.Fri, 24 Jul, 2026 - 20:00Leslie WilliamsLeslie Williams has been the Irish Examiner's wine columnist since 2012 and has been reviewing restaurants since 2015. Our rating: 9/10 My quest to find great value places to eat out continues this week, and this one should be top of your list. This is exclusive subscriber content. Already a subscriber? Sign in 185th Anniversary Offer Six months of digital access for €18.50 Get Offer No obligation. Ts&Cs apply. #Restaurant Review Wine with Leslie: Spanish wines are the best value — here are three I recommendREAD NOW Subscribe Now