Pullman Restaurant, menu in

We stayed at Glenlo Abbey and ate the seven course tasting menu at the refurbished Pullman restaurant on 27march 2025. The restaurant menu has been transformed by the new head chef, Angelo Vagiolis, who arrived from the Michelin two star restaurant Terre in Cork four months ago. The menu was stunning throughout, as was the service and delectable surroundings of the original refurbished carriages from the Orient Express. The courses were refreshingly named in a non pretentious way, such as Nibbles rather than Amuse Bouche. The portions were exactly right so that we were pleasantly full at the end, having eaten the courses which were seasonal, fresh and mainly locally sourced where possible, including trout on the first fish course, monkfish liver in the second and Turbot with champagne and mussels in the third fish course. The Fallow deer venison from the Burren was incredible and served with berries and kampot peppers. The two dessert courses included mandarin sorbet with micil and Apple and parsnip sauce on Arlette biscuit with a mind blowing sheep’s milk ice cream, followed by sorrel chocolate and rhubarb jellies. The presentation of all courses on pocelein commensurate with the Pullman ethos was superb throughout. Without doubt we will be returning, and with five wine pairings. Fantastic.

Visited 02/03/25 The Pullman is the gold standard of what service should be. Would like to make special note of the manager, Ian McDonnell, his professionalism is admirable Looking forward to returning in the near future

Our second visit to the Pullman exactly one year apart. The restaurant remains the same but there has been a change in the kitchen and the service, all for the better. The new head chef is preparing the restaurant for a Michelin star rating in 2025 and we could immediately tell from the standard of dishes and service provided. The food was absolutely exceptional throughout and cannot wait to see what 2025 brings with their planned renovations. Highly recommend the venison. Cooked to perfection.

OK, this might not be a place for any evening out but for a special occasion with family or a special date night it’s class! The atmosphere is really special and cosy when you snug into the plushy benches of the old Orient Express carriages. The service is exceptional and your personal waiter or waitress takes care of you all the time. The three course menu + an amuse gueule was exceptional with a good choice to select from and arranged very tastefully. The price is adequate and worth paying it when you get something like that in return! The only small downer was the end when we got the bill sooner as we wanted and our coats too afterward - so we felt a little bit sacked, though it was probably only meant being attentive.

Unique and fantastic atmosphere, we were there for the second time and it is simply a must do if you are in the area. The menu is rather extravagant, but for us there is room for improvement. Be sure to reserve in advance.

Great experience - a little dissappointed with only 3 starters & 3 mains to choose from