Rookery Lane Food & Lodging in Kenmare

We came here because Poff was taking a few weeks break (entirely wise decision to take breaks). We were told about this place from a local shop nearby. I had googled best places in Kenmare for breakfast and the Rookery was 2nd on the list..... I am nearly scared of what number 1 could offer, as Rookery produced one of the best tasting foods that had EVER passed my lips..... let us begin the food review: My food: 'Breakfast Sambo': I don't care what part of the island you're on, this is worth driving to this cafe, simply for this sandwich alone. A blissful blend of fried egg, sausage patty and bacon on a perfectly toasted brioche bap, which actually made a tear of sheer joy slip out! I choose no relish, and it didn't need it (for me personally). The food was beyond fresh, aromatic, tasty, succulent and juicy!!! 11/10. 'The Usual': this consisted of 2 pancakes, a wee metal pot of maple syrup, 1 sausage, 1 rasher of bacon and 1 fried egg. My partner wanted to try the pancake, so she cut a piece off, and with seriousness and extreme gusto she uttered "mmm, now that's a f@%king pancake!" 🤣🤣🤣 she was right. Buttermilk made, fresh, fluffy, perfect pancake of sheer authentic awesomeness!!! Maple syrup was perfect blend. The rest of the food, as previously mentioned, was beyond delectable, but was nice to have them separate out of the bap. Exquisite!!! My partner: Avocado and Toast: whilst this maybe doesn't sound too exciting, again this amazing cafe managed, firstly to provide a very balanced and healthy restaurant with many options of vegetarians and even vegans. However, this sandwich came with red Sauerkraut, something which my Polish partner had never conceived the idea to pair together. The result? Explosion of taste and scrumptious textures. We both couldn't talk easily. Hash browns were added. We also had a 1 shot cappuccino (partner) and a chai latte. It was the best I had ever drunk to date. The staff were all friendly and wonderful, with a special mention to Brian (funny and skilled waiter) and Emily (epic chef at the front of the kitchen) and her team. 1 of the best foods I've had to date in my life!!! I will be driving back from 3 hours away to eat this food again. I Will make it my business to return here again. Hope this reflects whatever anyone reading this experiences too. Thanks for reading

Excellent breakfast and coffee spot in Kenmare. Probably the best coffee we got there. The staff is very amenable and professional The service is quick and impeccable.

Great/Friendly service! Had an amazing brisket sandwich and wonderful hot chocolate. Server took time to talk to us and put up with our humor. Owner is Irish and husband is American. Wonderful place

Probably the best vegan food in Kerry & wonderfully friendly staff

Best breakfast we’ve had in Ireland

After many failed attempts to find good vegan food in Kerry, we finally found this hidden gem. To say this food was amazing is an understatement! It’s by far the best vegan food we’ve had since arriving in Kerry. Multiple vegan and veggie options. The food was so fresh and the staff were so friendly. Would recommend to anyone in the area and we would travel back down to Kerry just to eat here! Soo good 🤤

Quaint little cafe in kemnare lovely food Nd service

The food is really nice. Great coffee too. I definitely recommend it

We were there for lunch. It was very tasty we had the vegetarian wraps and the Brinker sandwich

Can't stop going here. Food, ambience and service are incredible. Gorgeous breakfast and lunch