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For Cooking & Service Well Above Average A selection of establishments outside the standard categories that should enhance the discerning travellers experience of Ireland 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

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Jacques Restaurant

An integral part of Cork life since 1982, sisters Eithne and Jacqueline Barry's delightful restaurant has changed with the years, evolving from quite a traditional place to a smart contemporary space. But, while the surroundings may go through periodic re-makes, the fundamentals of warm hospitality and great food never waiver and that is the reason why many would cite Jacques as their favourite Cork restaurant.
Open Tue-Sat 12pm-late. L 12pm-4pm, à la carte; D menus, à la carte and Tapas menu from 5.30pm. Children welcome. Closed Sun-Mon & Christmas. MasterCard, Visa abbreviations
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An integral part of Cork life since 1982, sisters Eithne and Jacqueline Barry's delightful restaurant has changed with the years, evolving from quite a traditional place to a smart contemporary space.


Big changes took place in 2013, with an extension added that allowed the restaurant to run right right through from Phoenix Street onto Oliver Plunkett Street, with an attractive entrance opposite The Old Oak Bar.


Open all day, beginning at 10am for coffees, scones and cakes, and with a healthy footfall passing by, it's popular with tourists as well as their many local fans. The lunchtime menu of gorgeous pies (anyone for shepherds pie made with pulled shoulder of lamb topped with creamy mash, or Jack McCarthy Bramley apple sausages with onion gravy and champ...?) , salads, stews, fresh fish and a great selection of Arbutus bread sandwiches is perennially popular, and the newer bar area is casual, relaxed and funky - the perfect setting for serving tapas and small plates in the evening. 


But, while the surroundings may go through periodic re-makes, the fundamentals of warm hospitality and great food never waiver and that is the reason why many would cite Jacques as their favourite Cork restaurants. And no wonder since, as Eithne says, "We still love what we do and are still hungry to come up with new recipes and exciting food."


There is always a personal welcome and, together with Eileen Carey, who has been in the kitchen with Jacque Barry since 1986, this team has always a put high value on the provenance and quality of the food that provides the building blocks for their delicious meals - and, appropriately, Jacque is leader of the Cork Slow Food Convivium.


Menus are based on carefully sourced ingredients from a network of suppliers built up over many years (including the famous butcher, Jack MacCarthy of Kanturk, who is a big supplier) and, together with skill and judgement in the kitchen, this shows particularly as they have the confidence to keep things simple and allow the food to speak for itself.  


While lunch and the early evening small plates in the bar are very casual, the early dinner menu introduces the sort of dishes that returning fans will recall from the 'old' Jacques lunches - think starters like Moroccan beetroot with Knocklara cheese, hazelnuts and spring onion, or a beautiful and aromatic main course of Middle Eastern spiced chicken breast with rice kosheri and pomegranate.


The à la carte gears up again, offering the mixture of tradition and innovation that Jacques is famous for - starters like lambs kidneys Dijon,with mustard, gherkins and apple & cream sauce,  or crab & apple salad with lemon, coconut & chilli... Mains that are strong on fish and seafood - fresh scallops with a green risotto of peas, beans and pancetta, perhaps - and beef (a choice of three dishes is likely), also trumpet the seasons with game such as venison and pheasant when available - and the offering for vegetarians is always imaginative too.


Irresistible desserts might include a delicious variation on an old favourite such as roast plums with a walnut or hazelnut crumble and ice cream, or you can finish with Irish artisan cheeses - offered with handmade biscuits and drunken figs.


An interesting, informative wine list matches the food, and includes some organic wines, a wine of the month and a good choice of half bottles.


Consistently good cooking in stylish, relaxed surroundings, genuinely hospitable service, and excellent value are among the many things that make Jacques special.


A must-visit when you are in Cork.


 *Jacques has been the winner of a number of our awards, including the Natural Food Award.

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  • Restaurant/Dining/Pub
  • Location - Town Centre
  • Contemporary International
  • Contemporary Irish
  • European Classic
  • French (Modern)
  • Game (in season)
  • Italian
  • Mediterrannean
  • Seafood
  • Spanish
  • Atmospheric
  • Budget Meals (€21-35/£14-23 pp 3-courses, not inc. dr
  • Business Meal
  • Buzzy Atmosphere
  • Coeliac Friendly
  • Cool Venue
  • Early Bird / Value Menu Available
  • Informal
  • Organic Produce used (mainly)
  • Party Venue
  • Vegetarian Friendly (always at least 1 starter & 1 main course)
2008 Award Winners Natural Food Award 2008
Last Updated: 28-10-2022
Author: Georgina Campbell
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