Kate Kearney's Cottage in

The atmosphere is very authentic, and the service is lovely. However, I'd only give the food 3 out of 5 stars because I didn't find the portion size justified by the price. Otherwise, it's a highly recommended stop on the way to the Black Valley.

My husband and I biked through the Gap of Dunloe before stopping here for lunch last week. We happened to arrive right around the same time as many students on an end of school year trip. The staff handled the huge influx of customers efficiently. It was impressive. The soup I had was one of the best soups I've ever eaten. Thanks to everyone at Kate Kearney's Cottage!

Nice family restaurant with honest food and live music and dance. The food is good and the music and dance create a great atmosphere. Definitely worth a visit!

Thanks to Donna for the service and soda bread? We went on a Friday night when there was music playing, it was awesome. All of our food was perfect!

I would rate Kate Kearney's Cottage as average, not bad but with room for improvement.

Great seafood chowder and toasted ham and cheese sandwich for lunch on a Tuesday with two small kids! Their food is a little pricey unfortunately, but that’s probably because they cater for tourists and big loads of tour buses all the time.

Very nice location staff are friendly.

Kate Kearney’s Cottage is a traditional Irish inn located at the entrance to the famous Gap of Dunloe, one of Kerry’s most spectacular landscapes. The cottage has stood for over 150 years and has historically been the starting point for excursions through the pass. Many visitors begin their journey here on foot, by bicycle, or in a jaunting car, the region’s iconic horse-drawn carriages. The cottage takes its name from Kate Kearney, a semi-legendary 19th-century figure known in local tales for her beauty and her famous homemade bootleg whisky, poitín. The cottage is appreciated for its authentic atmosphere: * traditional white façade; * warm interior with stone and wood; * frequent Irish music; * a meeting point for hikers and photographers. The natural setting around the cottage is remarkable: * MacGillycuddy’s Reeks mountains; * Narrow roads lined with stone; * Glacial valleys and small lakes.

What a cool pub! Live music every night. Super tasty food. Friendly people. Highly recommended.

Great place to have a pint! Friendly staff, very much enjoyed my visit.