At Square Restaurant in Dundalk, chef Conor Halpenny is crafting a menu deeply rooted in place. Louth’s landscape and the seasons are present on every plate, from the just-pickled gooseberries greeting you in a Kilner jar to the thoughtful use of local ingredients throughout the menu. It’s the mark of a kitchen that plans ahead and cooks with intention.
The menu is cleverly structured to allow the diner to choose small plates for sharing or opt for a full three-course dinner. The dining room strikes a balance between relaxed, airy and refined, while service is warm, informed, and attentive. Portions are generous but precise, reflecting a confidence that runs through every part of the experience..
Drinks are as carefully curated as the food, and there’s a joyful, unforced rhythm to the entire evening - whether you’re nibbling snacks, sipping cocktails, or settling in for dinner. Something special is happening here - and it’s well worth the journey.
