Behind a traditional flower-decked pub frontage proudly proclaiming its establishment in 1838 lies a very modern hybrid, combining the qualities of the classic Irish bar with something altogether different - and it's all to do with good food.
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Set in the grounds of Ashford Castle, with which it has been in common ownership since 2014,The Lodge enjoys one of the most beautiful locations in Ireland, with views down Lough Corrib and, adding interest in the foreground, Lisloughrey Quay with smal ... more...
'A hop, skip and a jump' from its famous sister property Virginia Park Lodge is how Richard Corrigan's Deerpark Inn is described on the VPL website - and that's as nice a way as any to explain the relationship to first-time guests, many of whom will be ... more...
Tucked in below the soaring slopes of Croagh Patrick, just outside Westport,The Tavern is set back from the lovely tree-lined coast road – but, with its trademark deep pink paintwork and come-on-in signage, this smartly maintained premises can&rs ... more...
This deservedly popular Italian restaurant is part of an attractive off-street complex in the centre of Oranmore, which includes (in common ownership) The Coach House Hotel and a bar/bistro where a shorter version of the Basilico menu is served, offeri ... more...
Inhabiting a unique space that has been home to several restaurants over the years, Osteria Lucio feels very much at home in The Malting Tower’s low-lying cocoon beneath the railway bridge at Grand Canal Quay. The cosy yet bright room makes cleve ... more...
Multyfarnham is a delightful traditional village in the gloriously unspoilt rolling countryside just north of Mullingar, and near Lough Derravaragh – where the mythical Children of Lir spent 300 years of their 900 year exile.
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Carrick-on-Shannon is blessed with plenty of choice when it comes to good restaurants, but the lively two-storey Buffalo Boy Steakhouse & Gastro Bar offers something something unique to the town.
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Sitting at the Beggar's Bush end of Bath Avenue, The Old Spot cuts a dash in this leafy neighbourhood, its trendy teal country pub exterior festooned with a spectacular collection of hanging baskets. In many ways the Instagram-friendly exterior conveys ... more...
Just a short drive from Donegal town, in the foothills of the stunning Blue Stack Mountains and tucked in beside the grassy banks of the pretty Lowerymore River, Biddy’s O’Barnes is a historic rural, family-owned pub that dates back to 1870 ... more...