One of a flurry of relatively recent brasserie-bistro restaurants aiming to up the ante in casual all-day dining, The Green Hen brought together a talented team in a prime premises which previously housed one of the Léon cafes.
The bar beckons ... more...
Occupying a prominent corner site, this landmark property would be hard to miss, although its modest exterior belies the obvious attention to detail shown in every plate of food served inside.
Despite billing itself a gastro-pub it is more bistro in ... more...
Just a short distance outside Killarney town on the Ring of Kerry route, Annette and Paul Corridan's small lakeside hotel is beautifully located, with views of the Macgillicuddy Reeks.
Although conveniently located for everything could wish to do in t ... more...
Exciting developments in County Wicklow of late, with The Coach House in Roundwood re-opening in new ownership - and not just new ownership, but a seriously promising change of direction. After Simon Pratt, his wife Monique and two former Avoca associa ... more...
Food and wine shop with a difference offers a catering service and food gifts, including hampers for all occasions.
The colourful canopies and pavement tables will draw you in to explore the wide selection of artisan products offered from Irelan ... 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...
Well-known wine buff Pat Keown and his wife Sylvie celebrated 25 years at this hospitable first floor restaurant on the main street Greystones in 2013. Pat will usually be found front of house in the main restaurant and his warmth and enthusiasm are un ... more...
One of Ireland's first seawater spa destinations, this famous hotel enjoys great views over the two ‘Blue Flag’ beaches at Inchydoney, which bring crowds to the area in summer, so many guests prefer it off-season.
Although architecturally ... more...
Dromineer is one of the Shannon's most-visited places, popular with cruisers, anglers, sailing folk and walkers, as well as tourists and local folk just enjoying a day out.
Joe and Rita Ryan's characterful old place just up from the harbour has a big ... more...
At the back of the museum, overlooking the river, with tables outside on the terrace, this bright modern café/restaurant is the perfect place for a snack or lunch in fine weather.
Not just an appropriately elegant space to restore visitors to t ... more...
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