Popular Dublin city restaurant damaged by fire over Bank Holiday weekend

The Dublin Fire Brigade and Gardaí have issued statements about the fire.

In a statement on Twitter on Tuesday morning (3 June), the Dublin Fire Brigade posted an image of what appears to be the facade of Alfie's partially singed.

This was alongside a caption reading: "Firefighters from Tara Street responded to a fire up against a premises over the weekend.

"A hose reel was used to extinguish the fire, and further damage was prevented."

Firefighters from Tara Street responded to a fire up against a premises over the weekend.

A hose reel was used to extinguish the fire and further damage was prevented. pic.twitter.com/60RW0K459P

— Dublin Fire Brigade (@DubFireBrigade) June 3, 2025

In response to the Dublin Fire Brigade's Tweet, JOE reached out to An Garda Síochána for a statement about the fire.

A Garda spokesperson told us: "Gardaí received report of an incident of criminal damage by fire that occurred at approximately 7am on Monday, 2nd of June 2025 on South William Street, Dublin 2.

"No injuries were reported. Investigations are ongoing."

Alfie's has issued a statement thanking everyone for their concern and confirming that the restaurant remains open and fully operational.

It said on Instagram: "We just want to let you know that, thankfully, the small fire only caused minor decorative damage to the front facade.

"No one was hurt, and the restaurant is fully operational.

"We are open as usual from 12pm to 10pm, ready to serve great food and welcome you with open arms.

"We truly appreciate all your support!"

Dublin Fire Brigade also provided more details about the incident to JOE, with a spokesperson saying: "Dublin Fire Brigade received a call for rubbish on fire outside a premises on South William Street at 0710 hours on Monday, the 2nd of June 2025.

"A Fire Engine was dispatched from Tara Street Fire Station and arrived on scene at 0717 hours.

"Firefighters used a hose reel to extinguish rubbish on fire up against a commercial premises and further damage was prevented.

"The assistance of An Garda Síochána was requested and the incident concluded at 0741 hours."