Just outside the walled city, the contemporary design of this popular bar and restaurant makes a great contrast to the age of nearby landmarks. Although seriously modern, it is a friendly and welcoming place that appeals to all age groups and their c ... more...
The prospect of a meal at Neven and Amelda Maguire's renowned County Cavan establishment has long attracted devotees from all over Ireland, and beyond - and its development, from a modest restaurant with rooms to a spacious place of sumptuous comfort, ... more...
One of Dublin's longest-established Thai restaurants, the popular Siam Thai is attractively located in a purpose-built modern building overlooking Malahide village green.
A smart covered heated terrace at the front is very appealing from the road and ... more...
This tall, narrow pub in Clonmel is packed with “artefacts of bygone days”, in short a mini-museum - but one with a giant screen which is discreetly hidden around the corner, for watching matches.
Upstairs (and there are a lot of them, thi ... more...
Famed for its spectacular views of the Gap of Dunloe, this luxurious five star hotel is a sister property to the nearby Europe Hotel & Resort, Fossa and Ard na Sidhe Country House, Caragh Lake (see entries).
While it is just five minute ... more...
This popular restaurant in the centre of Kenmare is in common ownership with the nearby Brook Lane Hotel and, even in a town that has earned such renown for the quality of its food and hospitality, it stands out for the pride that owners Dermot and Una ... more...
Situated on the edge of Donegal Town, just off the Killybegs Road, you can't miss The Gateway Lodge as it's a striking combination of old new and sits quite high above the road - and just a couple of minutes' walk from the town centre.
At its heart th ... more...
Now run by 7th generation owner Catherine Moran, this is just the kind of Irish pub that people everywhere dream about. It’s as pretty as a picture, with a well-kept thatched roof and a lovely waterside location (with plenty of seats outside wher ... more...
This pleasing riverside restaurant just a short distance along from the landmark Clayton Hotel is run by chef Thomas Fialon who is from Strasbourg, and and his Limerick-born wife Deirdre, who looks after front of house.
It's an airy and spacious place ... more...
In 2015 the original Gourmet Food Parlour made a big move - from its quirky premises on Cumberland Street in the town centre, to a lovely bright almost-harbourside location on Crofton Road.
Here, although the building is light and modern, the usual GF ... more...