Tucked into the heart of Dublin 2, Achara is a restaurant defined by fire, flavour, and a sense of place—both local and far-flung. Opened in June 2024, it revolves around a charcoal grill, serving food that speaks to the vibrant street-side culture of Northern Thailand while remaining grounded in the lush bounty of Irish soil.

At Achara, tradition meets adaptation. The menu draws inspiration from the owner’s travels across Thailand: the scent of grilled meat curling through chaotic night markets, the soothing spice of Khao Soi after a 12 hour night bus journey to Chiang Mai, or the umami-rich punch of wok-fried aubergine on Yaowarat Road in Bangkok’s Chinatown. These vivid food memories are reimagined with local, sustainable ingredients sourced from some of Ireland’s best producers.

This is not an exercise in rigid authenticity, but in storytelling—each dish a dialogue between Thai tradition and Irish terroir. At its core, Achara is a tribute to the simple, powerful act of cooking over fire, and the cultures that have long honoured it.