You could easily walk past Hang Dai, mistaking the large, brightly lit interior, high counter and jade green walls for a traditional Chinese take away. But step into the reception and peer behind the plastic strip curtain and you'll find a long narrow ... more...
One of the oldest – and most charming – buildings in Killybegs, the smartly painted Fleet Inn stands out from its surroundings and, with chef Tommy Curley at the helm in the kitchen, visitors are sure to be impressed.
As the name implies y ... more...
Home to a series of restaurants on and off for decades - and handier to the city centre than it first appears - this attractive venue is near Elizabeth Fort (17th-century star fort) and alnost literally under the spires of St Fin Barre’s Cat ... more...
Overlooking the River Lagan opposite Andy Scott's Beacon of Hope sculpture in downtown Belfast, the location of one of Northern Ireland's most exciting restaurants seems appropriate - and owners Alain Kerloc’h (former restaurant manager at Deane ... more...
Set in landscaped grounds on an elevated site overlooking Westport town, Adrian and Geraldine Noonan's Victorian-style hotel has been welcoming guests to this lovely town since 1997. Meanwhile, the hotel has built up an enviable reputation for good foo ... more...
This attractive family-run bar in Doonbeg village is run by the energetic Hugh McNally, who has upped the ante in recent years.
While retaining some of the charm of the old bar, he has given this lively seafood bar and grill a refreshing more c ... more...
In a stunning location, overlooking the famous gardens and fountains of Powerscourt House, this appealing self-service restaurant is a delightfully relaxed space, with a large outdoor eating area as well as the café, and the style of food matche ... more...
A sister restaurant to Padraic Frawley's great dining venue The Cornstore in Cork (see entry), the same stylish mix of quality, accessibility and buzz works equally well in his home city.
Steaks and seafood are the specialities, but there is m ... more...
Little more than an energetic stone's throw from the shores of Killary Fjord on the Wild Atlantic Way, the latest development by the enterprising Young family is The Killary Lodge - a beautiful purpose-built 'nature lodge' on the grounds of their famou ... more...
Anyone wondering whether Ireland has a culinary heritage should make a beeline for Andrea Hussey and Stephen McAllister's deservedly popular restaurant, The Pig’s Ear. Flying the flag for modern Irish cooking since 2008, chef-proprietor Stephen M ... more...