If you prefer to stay in a quietly situated owner-run establishment of character rather than an hotel, Kathleen O’Regan Sheppard’s long-established guesthouse just a mile from Killarney town centre could be the place for you.
Just off the ... 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...
In the outskirts of the village, near a small shopping centre, this friendly and well-run 4* hotel makes a good base for business, or for the many activities in the area - notably golf and horse racing.
With a striking fresh floral arrangement in th ... 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...
This long-established family-run business was founded by Johnny Morgan and is now operated by his son Colm.
Morgan's offers a wide range of fresh whitefish and shellfish sourced from the nearby port of Kilkeel. Closed Sun & Mon. 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...