Old Killarney Inn in Killarney

31/07/2026: We visited The Tanyard for our anniversary dinner and came away feeling a little disappointed overall. The restaurant itself is beautiful, with a lovely atmosphere that makes it a great setting for a special occasion. The service was also excellent throughout the evening – every member of staff we interacted with was genuinely friendly, attentive and professional. To start, we ordered the scallops and the beef tartare. While both dishes were well presented, we felt they lacked a little seasoning and depth of flavour, so neither really stood out. For our mains, we both ordered the fillet steak. My wife’s was cooked perfectly to her requested medium rare and she really enjoyed it. Unfortunately, mine arrived closer to medium than medium rare, which was disappointing, particularly given the price point. At €45 for a steak, I also expected a higher-quality side than the chips that were served, which reminded me more of fast-food style fries than those you’d expect in a restaurant of this calibre. Overall, the service was the standout and certainly deserved five stars, but we felt the food didn’t quite live up to the standard or price. With a few improvements in consistency and attention to detail, it could be an excellent dining experience.

27/07/2026: Wonderful welcome, delicious food. Excellent value for money. We highly recommend it.