The Tavern in Limerick

24/03/2026: Great food, every dish was amazingly good. The seafood chowder was delicious, and the chicken box was quite good. Desserts were also very good, from the cheesecake to the crumble.

21/03/2026: I think this restaurant is quite overrated. The vibe is nice and I’d give that 4 stars, but the food and service are only a 2 for me. I ordered the steak in rare, which was recommended to be served rare, but it came out almost well done. The beef was overcooked and dry. Compared to the photos on Instagram, it was quite disappointing — I probably should have sent it back. As for the chicken wings, they weren’t crispy or particularly special. I honestly don’t understand why they’re listed as a customer favourite. I’d also like to comment on the service. I had made a reservation, but was seated in a corner table that I wasn’t happy with. When I asked if I could move, the staff member said the restaurant was fully booked, even though there were empty tables that stayed unused for quite a while. She insisted they were reserved and mentioned that I hadn’t requested a specific table when booking. I didn’t want to argue further, so I just let it go. Overall, while the ambiance is lovely, I believe food quality and service are just as important.