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Denotes genuine Irish food culture, ie special Irish food products/companies/producers, and highlights the best places to shop for regional and artisan foods; the selection excludes obvious 'non-Irish' elements regardless of quality, eg ethnic restaurants and specialists in coffee, wine and other drinks, unless relevant to local production or history. Eat & Stay establishments are chosen for their commitment to showcasing local produce and Irish hospitality. Previous Georgina Campbell Guides Award Winner The "Best of the Best" - Only the very best establishments across various categories have been chosen for this accolade

The Chart House

Jim McCarthy’s attractive stone-built restaurant has been one of Dingle’s favourite dining destinations since opening in 1997
Seats 45. Normally open Wed-Mon 5.30pm-9pm, May-Oct. Early D from 5.30pm-6.30pm, 3 courses €39, also a la carte. Wine from €27. Restricted opening off season. Toilets wheelchair accessible. Children welcome. Air-conditioning. Closed over Christmas, early Jan-mid Feb. MasterCard, Visa. abbreviations

Jim McCarthy’s attractive stone-built restaurant has been one of Dingle’s favourite dining destinations since 1997.


Right from the time of opening, they set the bar high and - even in an area so well-endowed with good eating places - their well-earned reputation consistently holds good.


There’s a smart little bar just inside the door - where Jim, ever the perfect host, always seems to be meeting, seating and seamlessly ensuring that everyone is well looked after and generally having a good time.


And head chef Rachel Boyle has led the talented kitchen team for the past while: her menus are steadfastly based on the best of fully traceable local ingredients, sometimes in dishes with an international tone but always kept simple to allow the special qualities of ingredients to take centre stage.


Annascaul black pudding is a favourite ingredient, for example, and it appears in a speciality starter tasting plate– wrapped in filo, topped with homemade chutney. The plate also features Crosier Blue cheese with caramelised walnut and crostini of Brandon Bay crab and beetroot-cured organic Atlantic salmon.




Another favourite dish is fillet of Kerry beef, which may be simply accompanied by dauphinoise potatoes and port wine jus; accurate, confident cooking lends these traditional foods a special character, and a large selection - perhaps half a dozen or more - of simple, perfectly cooked side vegetables are the ideal complement.




Seafood is well represented, of course, and mainstream vegetarian dishes have wide appeal, but it tends to be the meat dishes that stay in the memory.




Desserts include classics like a basket of home-made ice creams, or chocolate and orange bread and butter pudding. But those with a savoury tooth will still feel that the smart money is on the Irish cheeses, which are cannily offered with a glass of vintage port and served with delicious home-made oat biscuits and two varieties of grapes.

 


Terrific hospitality, top class ingredients and gimmick-free creative cooking all add up to a great restaurant, which is also moderately priced.


An interesting wine list includes South African wines imported directly, and has helpful tasting notes as well as a clear layout of country of origin and vintages - and, of course, there’s always a Chateau MacCarthy in stock.


*Jim McCarthy was our Host of the Year in 2003 and The Chart House won the Féile Bia Award, in association with Bord Bia, in 2008.

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  • Coeliac Friendly
  • Early Bird / Value Menu Available
  • Vegetarian Friendly (always at least 1 starter & 1 main course)
2003 Award Winners Host of the Year
2008 Award Winners Feile Bia Award 2008
Last Updated: 10-11-2022
Author: Georgina Campbell
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