Roche’s fine traditional bar in the centre of Duncannon village serves the local community (and discerning visitors) well and it's very handy to the beach. Bob and Eileen Roche have been here since 1975 and their son Robbie is now in charge.
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In the Buckley family since 1926, this lovely old hotel has the charm and personality that so many newer ones lack.
Since the present owner, Sean Buckley, took over in 1986, gradual renovation has taken place – notably in the following decade wh ... more...
Nestled at the base of the majestic Conor Pass in the old creamery building, this small craft brewery is located just on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Dingle, Co. Kerry. Now sensitively converted to its new use, the old creamery building ... more...
Established in 1759, and in the same (eccentric) family for six generations, John de Bromhead's unusual pub in Waterford is one of the few remaining houses to bottle its own whiskey. Although not the easiest of places to find, once visited it cert ... more...
Aside from the spectacular oceanside location, the most striking thing about the Burke family's Armada Hotel is the staff - warm, friendly, efficient and engaging, they set the tone from the minute of arrival, so first time visitors to this impressive ... more...
Right in the centre of Tralee, in the town's bustling main shopping area, this dedicated seafood bar is a cousin business of the famous Quinlan's Fish Shops on the Ring of Kerry.
A two-storey space atmospherically decorated to a strik ... more...
Just beside the canal harbour in Naas town, Franck Amand's small French restaurant and wine bar has simple décor with a sprinkling of French chic and tables that are quite tightly packed to meet demand - it struck a chord from the outset with l ... more...
No reservations are accepted at Tony Davidson and Lina Reppert's miniscule seafood restaurant near Downings harbour - and there's no phone either, so you can't even call and plead for a table.
So you just have to get there early and be prepared to que ... more...
In the fourth generation of family ownership, Padraig O’Sullivan’s attractive establishment near the Gap of Dunloe is always a pleasure to visit.
The old tree at the front was left safely in place during renovations which, together with ot ... more...
Long-time customers of La Pizzeria in Drogheda breathed a sigh of relief when Jian Carlo reopened his restaurant in nearby Clogherhead. It’s a testament to how loyal his customers are that even in this quiet fishing village 15km up the coast from ... more...