In the Cronin family since 1970, this harbour-front pub has oodles of character; with its walls and high shelves crammed with maritime memorabilia, it’s an unofficial exhibition of local history. Ballymaloe-trained chef Denis Cronin, is t ... more...
Situated high on a cliff edge with a panoramic view of Rossnowlagh Beach, Donegal Bay and the Blue Stack Mountains in South Donegal, this very popular inn is a truly breathtaking spot to unwind.
The building dates back to 1845 and is full of character ... more...
A small but stylish and cosy space, Dominik’s is popular with locals thanks to chef and proprietor Jan Gablech’s finely judged cooking.
The menu is fairly extensive, with a good range of starters and desserts and an even wider selection of ... more...
Run by a young couple, Olivier and Anne Marie Queva - the chef and restaurant manager respectively - Max’s has a loyal following in the locality, and it’s a happy find for visitors too.
Returning visitors may remember it as a more cottagey ... more...
Set in one of the most historic buildings in Dublin's redeveloped inner docklands, Urban Brewing was established in 2017 by the celebrated Co Carlow craft brewing pioneers, O’Hara’s Brewery, and is the first of its kind in Dublin. Over th ... more...
Eddie Fung's ultra modern, stunningly cool Japanese restaurant is to be found in the somewhat unlikely setting of a 19th centry redbrick linen mill.
To call it spectacular would be an understatement - with acres of glass and mirror to contend wi ... more...
Opened in 2005, this modern, attractive lodge features very comfortable bedrooms, a fine-dining restaurant and a spacious lounge, perfect for relaxing with a snifter or two after a round of golf. The manicured lawns lead down to the Ennistymon Road, a ... more...
Thanks to pleasingly simple décor, large windows and a conservatory, views of Liscannor Bay take centre stage at the O'Brien family's traditional, whitewashed cottage, on the cliffs just outside Lahinch - and it can be magic on a fine evening.
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Well situated in the scenic Rosses Gaeltacht, overlooking Dungloe Bay, the former Ostan na Rossan was acquired by the Boyle family in 2015, after lying empty for years, and redeveloped as a fine four star hotel.
Having been virtually re-built and the ... more...
Right on the beach in Dunmore East, and with sea views out towards the Hook Lighthouse, The Strand goes back to 1750 but today it is the first choice for many discerning locals when it comes to seafood - and, increasingly, for discerning foodies on hol ... more...