Gorgeous Gort is what they call the town these days and, since it was lucky enough to be by-passed in 2010, that’s just what it is - and it is well worth leaving the M18 for a bite at Sarah Harty’s famously funky all day café.
It’s actually been going since 2005 but relocated to the current premises in the square recently, bringing with it all the same quirky style - as they say themselves, “Since the beginning the café is all about the colourful people of Gort, simple fresh food, art and music.”
All first time customers should make a point of visiting the toilets; on the way, you’ll be surprised by an underfloor fish-tank. The fish come and go - and if you ask where do they go, don’t expect a straight answer!
With a constantly changing exhibition of Irish art, regular music and readings, it’s the cultural hub of the community - and you’ll find that the food is all about Gort and the locality too, albeit with some exotic influences in the cooking style. Whether for an organic Anam coffee and one of their gorgeous home bakes or a full meal, it’s a great place to eat and chill out - well worth a detour.
