Toddies Restaurant & Suites in Kinsale

We did the Food Circle for three night this last weekend keeping the Bullman up our sleeve for our last night. Arrived early for a drink in the bar downstairs - in truth wish we hadn't - young disinterested shabbily clad and utterly disengaged young lads who never came out from behind the bar - a pint of Murphys and a flat Prosecco at €13.90 was also a turnoff (even by Kinsale standards) - I stood up and went outside to re-read the plaques at the entrance from where some of our expectations were founded to see who had mis-led us with their recommendation and found my answer - if I'm not mistaken they are living on a long past reputation. Enough said with regard to downstairs. The girls upstairs were extremely welcoming and pleasant and the room is nicely appointed. We chose a mix of the Smoked Duck, Scallops, Yellow Curry and Chowder - the food is most definitely all its cracked up to be - full of exciting flavours and lovingly prepared - we both felt strongly though at €40's for a main course (with the side order of veg) that some really basic standards are sadly missing (not within the chef's remit). We were warmly welcomed, sat, order taken, served our food, cleared down and presented with our bill full stop! No offer of an aperitif (we would have), no checking in to see were we enjoying it (we were as it happens), no topping up of the wine (we would definitely have had another if it had been poured efficiently) - purely perfunctory! I'm not sure if this is inattentional and I am missing a modern twist but canteen stainless steel cutlery, paper napkins and a completely naked table at €40's even by Kinsale standards is to me sitting back on your food quality far too much - take your gifted chef out of the equation and good luck! There is no experience. It was not busy we were the last table and no one was under pressure. I have very pleasant memories of past times spent at the Bulman - ye need to re-assess guys - they're easy fixes but before the season kicks of .........

Love this place... Consistent high quality food and at a reasonable price at a time when it is getting very expensive to eat out... Quality Price and Service... Not often you get all 3 in one! Bulman Abu

Had a family event here so we booked two large tables, one for children. Service was excellent, staff were brilliant with the kids and treated them so well, really put them at ease and made the evening very special for us all. Food was great, servings were quite large and filling and very tasty. Nice atmosphere and great setting. Highly recommended.

Steak and lobster both very good. Serious pints of Murphys

Fantastic food, great views and amazing staff.

Everything was superb! Thank you.

Such a lovely, cosy atmosphere and really friendly, attentive staff! The food was beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. Highly reccomend!

Amazing spot, delicious menu and really friendly staff!

Delicious food and wonderful staff. A Cork gem

The Bulman staff, food and ambience were absolutely fantastic. They accommodated our wedding over the Christmas period and it was absolutely magical! We cannot recommend the venue enough for intimate celebrations in a cozy atmosphere! Shout out to Jen who helped us every step away of the way, accommodating all our guests needs! Thank you so much again guys