The much awaited rejuvenation of The Clontarf Baths and Assembly Rooms (established 1886, but closed since 1996) saw the arrival of a bright, modern restaurant and bar overlooking the newly revamped outdoor seawater swimming pool.
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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...
Ryan's is one of Ireland's finest and best-loved original Victorian pubs, with magnificent stained glass, original mahogany bar fixtures and an outstanding collection of antique mirrors all contributing to its unique atmosphere.
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The city’s most highly-regarded restaurant over several decades, Browns has been enjoying an exciting phase since 2009, in the ownership of Ian Orr and Marcus Roulston. Since then the Browns Bonds Hill Collection has grown to include Browns in To ... more...
Built in 1853 as a coastguard regional headquarters, this fine shoreside property on the edge of the wonderfully away-from-it-all village of Ballycastle was later acquired by the Sisters of Mercy, who named it Stella Maris.
It now makes a very special ... more...
Locals know how to find this popular daytime café - the entrance is through Westgate Design and downstairs. It’s a big bustling self service café, with plenty of rustic but comfortable seating and a friendly atmosphere.
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Atmospherically set in the lovely old O'Brien's pub premises (with the original signage still in place), Marog and Sally O'Brien's wonderful Farmgate Lismore hit the ground running when it opened in summer 2024 - and is proving a magical addition ... more...
Slieve Aughty Centre is a tranquil, remote eco-friendly guesthouse and certified organic restaurant, equestrian centre, and small conference and wedding venue in East County Galway. It is a place of beauty and peace, surrounded by more than 2,000 acre ... more...
Tulfarris Hotel and Golf Resort has been transformed into a premier location for exploring Wicklow’s lesser-known western edge. Long known as a golf and wedding location, its acquisition by powerhouse hospitality duo Dr Stanley Quek and Peng Loh ... more...
Stoneybatter is spoilt for quality restaurants, yet Vada has found its niche and filled it in style, under the steerage of Ballymaloe-trained owner Sarah Boland and chef Hannah O’Donnell (formerly sous chef at Kai in Galway for seven years). Toge ... more...