Brothers Paul and Mark Treyvaud opened this attractive and friendly town-centre restaurant in 2003, and it has earned a well-deserved local following and a reputation well beyond the area. The decor is gently contemporary, and daytime menus are carefully constructed to allow anything from a tasty little bite to a full blown meal. You co ...
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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 place, with mirror-varnished tables and a pretty conservatory out at the back but, since m ...
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If only for its superb location, this unassuming 1960s-style hotel would be well worth a visit, but there is much more on offer. The accommodation is quite modest but very comfortable and the food is good - and, under the excellent management of Mary O’Connor and her well-trained staff, this hospitable, family-friendly place provides a we ...
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Golfers - and, outside the main holiday season when holidaymakers are staying in the adjacent campsites, anyone who seeks peace - will love Pat and Aoife O'Malley's luxurious guesthouse and restaurant just minutes away from Spanish Point Links Course, and very convenient to Doonbeg and Lahinch. A sweeping entrance leads to the smartly maint ...
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Situated in what was once the stables and dairy of Kilkenny Castle - and overlooking the craft courtyard - this deservedly popular first floor self-service restaurant is situated above temptations of a different sort, on display in the famous craft shop. Wholesome and consistently delicious fare begins with breakfast for guests staying at B ...
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One of Dublin's most desirable addresses, especially for business guests, the Sinnott family's discreetly luxurious hotel is a gem of a place - an oasis of calm just a couple of minutes walk from Grafton Street. A ground floor bar, lounge and restaurant all link together, making an extensive public area that is quietly impressive on arrival ...
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The pretty and well-preserved village of Clonegal is on the borders of Wexford, Carlow and Wicklow, away from the main road to anywhere. But here, in a fine 18th century building, you will find chef Henry Stone, and his partner Stephanie Barrillier's small but beautifully appointed restaurant. A lovely sitting room acts as reception area, a ...
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In a line of pretty shops with ample parking, Mulberrys is one of the newer restaurants in the busy Barna suburb of Galway. Its contemporary black and cream shopfront is both inviting and welcoming, with clear signage declaring its Italian and Seafood style. Friendly staff welcome arriving guests in the spacious contemporary bar/reception ...
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Loyal customers come from far and wide for the pleasure of dining at Stanley and Maria Matthews’ restaurant on the handsome, wide main street of this attractive town. And no wonder, as Stanley is a fine chef and Maria a welcoming and solicitous hostess. Ingredients are carefully sourced, many of them local; menus are generous, with a ...
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This beautiful hotel dates back to the 15th century, and is situated on its own 310 acre wooded island (complete with 18-hole golf course), reached by a private ferry. The hotel combines the elegance of earlier times with modern comfort, service and convenience - and the location is uniquely serene; its quietness (and the golf facility for ...
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