Situated above The Hunter’s Moon, this contemporary restaurant brings a little piece of India to Ashbourne’s main street
The décor is rich and impressive. Well-spaced tables are beautifully dressed, the polished wood set off by brig ... more...
It is well worth factoring a call to Andy & Stefania Russell’s impressive yet visitor-friendly gallery when exploring this beautiful coastline. It’s a delightful place, with a focus on fine art - notably Andy’s Raku ceramics, and ... 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...
Established in 1758, this former coaching inn was owned by the Patterson family for several decades, until late 2023 when it was acquired by another of the sector's best-known families, the McGlones of Magherafelt.
Most of the pub is now quite co ... more...
RE-LAUNCHED AS TABLE WINE - see entry
THE MORNING, next door, is a daytime hatch serving takeaway coffee and baked sourdough goodies
Located on a quiet street off a busy thoroughfare, Kevin Powell and barista Brian O'Keefe's popul ... more...
This attractive daytime restaurant has been a welcoming presence on the harbour front in Westport for quite a few years and, although it has changed hands several times, each owner has opted to keep the name which - referring to the traditional wicker ... more...
Atmospherically located in The Keep - part of the 1841 Star Fort structure and one of the most prominent buildings at the former Ebrington Barracks site beside the River Foyle - this keenly anticipated restaurant and bakehouse/deli by hospitality duo S ... more...
This attractive and characterful pub in Carrick on Shannon is run by brothers Conor and Ronan Maher, sons of former Carrick-on-Shannon hoteliers, Rosaleen and the late Tom Maher (see entry for Hollywell), and it will be very clear to anyone who visits ... more...
Established at the turn of the millennium, Shu (named tellingly for the ancient Egyptian god of atmosphere) celebrated two decade in business mid-pandemic with co-owners, Alan Reid and chef Brian McCann, announcing a stylish re-invention of this Belfas ... more...
Located in the heart of the city, Big Fan is just a stroll away from Stephen's Green and all the sights. While they had the misfortune to open in September 2020, right between Covid lockdowns, they piqued interest with their photos of colourful and vib ... more...