Down a slip road off the M4 and insulated from traffic noise by thick hedges, this charming and immaculately maintained bar and informal restaurant has something of the best kind of Victorian country railway station about it, with its neat brickwork, j ... more...
Wine lovers should make a beeline for Piglet Wine Bar, an authentic osteria located down the quieter end of Temple Bar. The small premises, complete with outdoor tables that open onto lovely Cow's Lane, is run by Italian wine importer, Enrico Fantasia, ... more...
On the road to Kilmore Quay, just five minutes away, you can't miss this picturesque seafood restaurant and bar in the charming village of Kilmore. Famed for its pretty thatched cottages, Kilmore has also become a dining destination thanks to Susie Doy ... more...
The younger retail sister of the McMahon family’s excellent Café Rua on New Antrim Street, this brilliant deli & café is first port of call for many food lovers visiting the town and stocks a wide range of the delicious foods an ... more...
Located in the contemporary Crown Plaza Hotel in Blanchardstown, just off the lobby, Forchetta Restaurant offers authentic Italian dishes in modern, striking surroundings with pictures and displays of forks spelling out the theme.
Modern and expansive ... more...
The Guide has long had a soft spot for this pub on the seafront in the pretty village of Blackrock – which, although very close to Dundalk, is not at all suburban and retains the atmosphere of an independent community.
The Brake has a loyal loca ... more...
Just a short drive northeast of Wexford Town along the coastal route, you'll spot the newest addition to the Irish family-owned Neville Hotels on an elevated site near Curracloe beach. Already well known for their growing portfolio of destination hotel ... more...
Parnell Street is mostly known for its Asian restaurants and shops, not the place you’d expect to find an independent café. Owned by chef Barry Stephens, this New York-inspired sandwich bar draws a crowd thanks to its range of gutsy, ... more...
Pearse and Mary O’Sullivan’s very popular restaurant is located at the famous Bulman bar at Summercove, near Charles Fort.
Uniquely situated on the outskirts of Kinsale - it looks across towards the town and has a sunny western aspect - Th ... more...
In a stunning location, overlooking the famous gardens and fountains of Powerscourt House, the Pratt family of Avoca Handweavers operate this appealing self-service restaurant.
It is a delightfully relaxed space, with a large outdoor eating area as we ... more...
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