In the centre of Drogheda town, Sonia Micalef and Damien Leddy’s relaxed basement restaurant has long been a favourite for its atmospheric setting, lively menus and the obliging, good-humoured staff, who ease customers into the way that things ar ... more...
McHugh’s Wine & Dine is a smart neighbourhood bistro that really knows its market. By offering tasty cooking in a relaxed dining room, and placing real emphasis on value for money, they’ve built up a loyal following since opening in 200 ... more...
You can't miss this landmark project as you drive in to Ballycotton - although the former St Colman's Church of Ireland building may not give too much away from the outside, the old schoolhouse beside it has been given an enticing makeover to create a ... more...
Everybody loves Burkes pub in Clonbur - this characterful old family-run pub is one of this attractive village’s greatest assets, well known for atmosphere, music and homely food.
It’s a friendly, welcoming place no matter when you might d ... more...
Located within the University’s Conference & Sports Campus, this striking modern building lives up to its name - and, with large windows overlooking the campus, it looks especially impressive by night. The light-filled interior is very casual ... more...
The pretty village of Clonbur lies between Lough Corrib and Lough Mask in Connemara, in a wonderfully scenic and restful area that attracts fisherfolk, walkers, cyclists and nature lovers.
In the centre of the village is the Lynch family’s frien ... more...
Serial Dublin-based restaurateur John Farrell has transformed a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it coffee shop at the entrance to Drury Street Carpark into an Aladdin’s Cave of a wine bar boasting big-flavoured small plates and some of the best peopl ... more...
The McDermott family’s picturesque and beautifully located thatched pub seems too good to be true when you first find it in this quiet and unspoilt place, but there it has been since the 18th century when, apparently, it was a shibín known ... more...
Baking/Bakery / Café / Character Pub / Pub / Restaurant
What could be better than nabbing a window seat in a 200-year-old pub looking out at stunning views of Sligo Bay and Knocknarea? Well, how about the fact that Austies also has a top-rate food and drink offering to boot?
Owners John and Lorna are the l ... more...
Café owners Domini and Peaches Kemp have form when it comes to creating atmospheric locavore cafes in St Stephen’s Green basements (think the excellent Hatch & Sons) as well as serving above-average food in national cultural institutio ... more...