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01/01/2026: Had a meal here on New Year’s Day. Unfortunately we did not have a good experience due to the fact that the restaurant was absolutely freezing. Customers were all wearing coats we should have known . After getting our starter I queried this with our server who was a very pleasant girl & she told us that the heating was broken. We should have left after the starter but we stayed food was just ok stir fry which was actually swimming in sauce. Mentioned our dissatisfaction with the cold to the girl on reception when paying the bill she apologised we weren’t offered any discount . It is unacceptable to open a restaurant in those conditions when the temperature outside is 5 degrees . Management need to have a good think about the decision to open & not have the cop on to get a couple of heaters from somewhere & plug them in . Couldn’t wait to get back to the car to put the heating on .

29/11/2025: Our server Zoe was amazing, so attentive and nothing was any hassle. Food was amazing as always!

11/01/2026: Was there last night with my husband, we went to hear a really good group of musicians play. Enjoyed it but we encountered three of the most grumpiest barmen ever, no smiles, no chit-chat, nothing, sour faces instead, I can understand one but seriously three of them!! Place was quiet and we were sitting at the bar, but not once did they ask us did we want a refill, we could have sat there all night with empty glasses and they wouldn't have noticed or cared. It was 9.50 for the smallest glass of wine ever. For those reasons we won't be back, we left after a while and went down to the Harold House, much nicer, good music, friendly barmen and cheaper drink!!

14/11/2025: This is a place we always go to. The service is quick and friendly, the food and prices are standard, and the pub is spacious enough for all kinds of events. We live nearby and love coming here.

30/09/2025: One of the best places to unwind in bray. The atmosphere is just perfect

23/09/2025: Nice quiet comfortable pub with good atmosphere and friendly staff.

03/02/2026: Takeaway and Dine in options. Looks like a takeaway from outside but actually an authentic Italian restaurant. The decor is very Italian. Some warm colour bulbs could soften atmosphere in the evening. Food was very good and enjoyable. Staff friendly and attentive.

02/02/2026: Got two pizzas as take out and wish we would have eaten in the restaurant! The pizzas were truly fantastic but the service was the shining star. The owner is incredibly warm, welcoming, and friendly. Made me wish we would have sat down and eaten our spectacular pizzas in the restaurant and continued the conversation the owner struck up for the few short minutes I was in to pick up our order. Highly recommend!

18/02/2026: Absolutely amazing! I’m so glad for this choice ! Definitely we will comeback! The staff is amazing! 🤩

02/01/2026: A little on the expensive side. But the food is lovely

21/03/2026: Chicken is very oily, not crispy and smells bad I don’t recommend

20/03/2026: The worst fried chicken even a meal I have ever eaten , the chicken was soggy and flavourless and was not cooked properly Gave one star only to give the review but it doesn't worse a thing

16/11/2025: Popped in here for a quick pint last month. Best pint of Guinness I've had in years.

21/10/2025: Awesome! Beer was good price! The company was great. I can from California to visit my family roots down in Cork. I told those there at the pud, and Eugene gave me a Cork flag! Thank you Eugene!

23/12/2025: Great place, very clean, fantastic price for a family of 4. Burger King and a convenience shop very close to the hotel. Nice staff

28/11/2025: Bar food menu is not great. I would suggest eating elsewhere if staying here

13/03/2026: Fantastic service and food today. A special mention to Lucas and Igor. Many thanks for a beautiful lunch.

01/03/2026: Excellent lunch dining experience at Hartley’s. Friendly staff and good atmosphere. Our server was very friendly and attentive. The food items were all excellent and well presented. A++++

10/01/2026: Lovely place for food coffee and Italian hot chocolate!😃 Staff very nice and helpful, friendly and warm ambient.🤗

14/11/2025: Food very good like at home especialy salads meniu🙂staff all the time kind and friendly

13/03/2026: Delicious! The fried Brie is a must, although not it only comes with two pieces. The steaks were tender and the pasta was phenomenal! Not a bad bite was taken the entire meal. Staff were friendly, fast, and knowledgeable about the menu. If you're near the area then you'll want to stop by

10/03/2026: I'm outraged by the appalling treatment we received at FIFTY-50 Ashbourne on March 9th, 2026. A waitress mis-sold us a meal deal, and when it came to paying, she vanished. The manager, Mick, took over, bullying us to "just pay and leave". His aggressive behavior was shocking – he even chased us out like dogs! As a loyal customer of over 3 years, this was a nightmare experience. I expect better from a reputable brand. Mick's behavior was unacceptable, and I demand action. No customer deserves to be treated this way. I want: - CCTV footage reviewed - Investigation into the incident - Action taken against Mick for his behavior This was a terrible night, and I hope changes are made to prevent it happening again.

07/12/2025: Had our works Christmas party here, great food, great atmosphere & kept dancing with a brilliant band playing

14/11/2025: Fantastic spot with great food, especially seafood.

16/12/2025: Great craic with staff and customers. Everyone was very friendly.

15/12/2025: Flynns is a very nice local pub in Carrick-On-Shannon. We have been there a few times. Recently we watched a rugby test there, SA vs Ireland. The place was full and the atmosphere was grand!

28/11/2025: Really nice. Just a little cold in side.

23/10/2025: Really nice breakfast, staff very attentive and friendly 👌

22/12/2025: Good guinness, and always great tunes playing

27/09/2025: Great bar, great environment the bar staff are nothing but attentive to detail. Aidan will always give the best recommendations on the town and where to go. Love coming back to this place