Niall Sabongi
Niall Sabongi is a prominent figure in the Irish culinary scene, known for his commitment to sustainable seafood practices and for being the owner of the Seafood Café in Dublin. He has gained recognition for introducing innovative dining concepts, including the trendy caviar bump, which allows patrons to enjoy this luxurious delicacy in a more accessible and casual setting. Sabongi emphasizes the importance of tasting caviar traditionally, using the back of the hand to enhance the flavor experience, and aims to demystify high-end dining for a broader audience.
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Recent news mentions
Niall Sabongi is less convinced of the success of the high-visibility patrols and has experienced repeated break-in attempts.
‘Antisocial behaviour is better than it was, but not resolved’ – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-10-13
Niall Sabongi runs the Salty Buoy food truck with Philly O’Neill.
‘People definitely think you’re making more money than you are. Sometimes you just break even’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-01
At Niall Sabongi’s Temple Bar restaurant, you can tuck into the excellent crab roll.
Great places for sunny outdoor dining around Dublin – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-01
Niall Sabongi is the owner of Seafood Café and founder of Sustainable Seafood Ireland.
The caviar bump food trend has arrived – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-20