Must-see restaurants in Ireland

  • Zuni

    Kilkenny City

    Among Kilkenny's most stylish and busiest restaurants, Zuni is sophisticated yet informal, with a kitchen that elevates humble comfort food such as black…

  • Olde Glen Bar & Restaurant

    County Donegal

    Authentic down to its original 1700s stone floor, this traditional pub serves a fine pint, while its farmhouse-style restaurant serves outstanding…

  • Chalet

    County Mayo

    The proprietors of Keem Bay Fish Products have been serving up their acclaimed smoked local salmon and other delicacies at this restaurant for decades…

  • Organico

    County Cork

    This bright and lively wholefood shop and cafe serves tinglingly fresh salads, sandwiches and soups, and lunch specials such as falafel platters with…

  • The setting inside Coburg Brasserie

    Coburg Brasserie

    Dublin

    The French-inspired, seafood-leaning cuisine at this revamped hotel brasserie puts the emphasis on shellfish: the all-day menu offers oysters, mussels and…

  • Spinners on Castle St

    The Midlands

    By the castle wall, Spinners is part of a complex spanning five restored Georgian houses. The whitewashed wine-cocktail bar is the perfect place for a…

  • Farmer Brown's

    Dublin

    The hicky-chic decor and mismatched furniture won't be to everyone's liking, but there's no disagreement about the food, which makes this spot our choice…

  • An Port Mór

    County Mayo

    Proprietor-chef Frankie Mallon's little restaurant packs a big punch. It's an intimate place with a series of long narrow rooms and a menu featuring gutsy…

  • Diamond Rocks Cafe

    County Clare

    Before heading off on a cliff walk, fuel up at this contemporary cafe opening to a huge terrace at the water's edge. Food is well above the norm for…

  • Kitchen

    Counties Meath, Louth, Cavan & Monaghan

    Fronted by a sage-green facade, Drogheda's best restaurant is aptly named for its shiny open kitchen. Organic local produce is used along with worldly…

  • Juniors Deli & Cafe

    Dublin

    Cramped and easily mistaken for any old cafe, Juniors is hardly ordinary. Designed to imitate a New York deli, the food (Italian-influenced, all locally…

  • Bayview Restaurant

    Aran Islands

    At Bayview there's local art on the walls, and a deal of artistry on the plates. Beautifully presented dishes might feature Aran goat's cheese with baked…

  • Hungry Monk

    County Mayo

    With the warmest of welcomes, this simple cafe with bright colours and artfully mismatched, distressed furniture is a perfect refuge on a misty day…

  • Manifesto

    Dublin

    A table at this tiny Italian joint, which has a loyal legion of fans, is worth the wait. Pizzas are expertly charred with carefully curated toppings like…

  • Select Stores

    County Dublin

    This long-established food emporium has been transformed into a one-stop shop for all things good for you: the award-winning kitchen rolls out veggie…

  • Clarke's Seafood Delicatessen

    County Mayo

    Couldn't catch a salmon? The wizards at award-winning Clarke's will sell you their house oak-smoked salmon in myriad forms, plus all manner of other…

  • Murphy Blacks

    County Clare

    The county's produce stars on Murphy Blacks' menu: Clare lamb cooked in cider and cream; Loop Head crab hotpot; St Tola goat's cheese tart. It's regularly…

  • The facade of Tara's Tea Rooms

    Tara's Tea Room

    Cork City

    You’ll search long and hard to find a cuter cafe in Ireland than this place. The vintage decor manages to be kitsch yet charming and food is served on…

  • Inside Feed Your Senses is a small dining room with a homely atmosphere,

    Feed Your Senses

    Cork City

    This tiny tapas restaurant may be a bit cramped and cluttered but that only adds to the sense you're getting a home-cooked meal made with love. A great…

  • Tankardstown House

    County Meath

    Restored by the owners of the Conyngham Arms, this spectacular manor house and orangery on 32 hectares 10km northwest of Slane dates from the 18th century…

  • Hungry Moose

    Kilkenny City

    Winner of Ireland's Best Burger 2018 for its house-speciality Hungry Moose (smoked bacon, dill pickles, aged Canadian Moose cheddar and beer-battered…

  • Pigeon House

    County Wicklow

    Rustic-contemporary Pigeon House, 3km southwest of Greystones, has a stunning interior of reclaimed timbers, richly coloured walls and a glassed-in…

  • Urban Grind

    Galway City

    Creative hub Urban Grind whips up fantastic breakfasts (cinnamon porridge; organic ciabatta with grilled chorizo and poached egg) and lunches (black- and…

  • Miyazaki

    Cork City

    Here's something you don't see every day – a takeaway food joint run by a Michelin-starred chef! You can sample Takashi Miyazaki's superb dishes – the…

  • Ichigo Ichie

    Cork City

    More theatre than restaurant, this bold venture by chef Takashi Miyazaki immerses diners in the art and craft of Japanese kappou cuisine – an elaborate…

  • O'Grady's on the Pier

    County Galway

    A roll call of County Galway's finest seafood – Barna mackerel, Connemara smoked salmon, Kilkieran Bay crab, Hillary Harbour mussels, Cleggan lobster and…

  • McDonagh's

    Galway City

    A trip to Galway isn't complete without a meal here. Galway's best fish-and-chip shop fries up shoals of battered cod, plaice, haddock, whiting and salmon…

  • Ballymaloe Cafe

    County Cork

    Part of the famous Ballymaloe House empire, this always busy cafe serves freshly prepared seasonal and organic produce from its own farms and gardens (and…

  • Kai

    Galway City

    Set in an olive-green building with exposed stone, bare timbers, fresh flowers and a glass-roofed atrium, this rustic West End spot is a fantastic place…

  • Dough Bros

    Galway City

    Beginning life as a food truck, this wood-fired pizza maker has found a permanent home. The bright-green-fronted space overflows with regulars, including…

  • Fuchsia Cafe

    Beara Peninsula

    Vibrant colours (it's painted fuchsia-pink) and vibrant flavours characterise this cheerful cafe on the bustling village square. The menu runs from…

  • Aroma

    County Donegal

    In the far corner of Donegal's craft village, this small cafe has a big, big reputation for fine food. Along with the excellent coffee and luscious cakes,…

  • Giovannelli

    Ring of Kerry

    Northern Italian native Daniele Giovannelli makes all his pasta by hand at this simple but intimate little restaurant. Highlights of the blackboard menu…

  • Liberty Grill

    Cork City

    A gleaming white outpost on an otherwise drab street of brick facades, the Liberty Grill is popular for its locally sourced menu of crowd pleasers, such…

  • Orso serves food with a Lebanese twist.

    Orso

    Cork City

    Cross your fingers to get a table at this tiny restaurant as they don’t take bookings. Its menu – full of fresh Irish ingredients cooked with a…

  • The door to Fellini.

    Fellini Cafe

    Cork City

    This beloved movie-themed cafe, formerly the foyer of a cinema, is decorated in an odd mix of homey comfort and French bohemian elegance. Take your pick…

  • Dillingers' American-style diner interior

    Dillinger's

    Dublin

    This trendy American-style diner is small, so expect a wait if you want to go for the (excellent) weekend brunch. It’s worth it just to taste the amazing…

  • Legit facade

    Legit Coffee Co

    Dublin

    A rare trendy spot in the middle of one of Dublin’s most traditional streets, Legit is full of stripped-down wood, speciality teas and strong espressos. A…

  • Staff serve up colourful salads at Rocket Man.

    Rocket Man

    Cork City

    Mouth-watering seasonal food sourced from local farmers and merchants. Take your pick from colourful salads, unusual falafel creations, gluten-free…

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