The best restaurants

29/03/2026: Very accommodating staff keeping us warm outside

09/02/2026: Tried all the pubs in the village but always settle on a favourite. Great atmosphere with locals but mostly tourist visitors. All the pubs dog friendly and felt very relaxed bringing in our dog. Excellent pints at reasonable price. Really enjoyed the music on Friday evening.

21/06/2025: We had breakfast there last Saturday and had super food and excellent coffee. The waitress serving us was superb and really looked after us. Superb cafe

11/06/2025: I love this small cafe and used to come for years and always bring some friend/family to enjoy a quiet time, the staff are absolutely kind, the atmosphere is great as the music too, and of course a lovely coffee, a slightly sweet caramel latte/cappuccino at the perfect taste (listen your customers preferences is a key of success, I’d say you’re rocking it). The below photo is from a quite while ago, as today I was so hungry and forgot to take a pic of my sausage roll which was great + caramel cappuccino.

15/12/2025: i have been shopping here since 2022 great deals

12/12/2025: Great bakery and pastry selection.

12/05/2026: Food is good for a fastfood, tenders are good, but the best thing in this place is the staff, they are so nice and always smilling, they deserve a raise !!

17/04/2026: I’ve been going to Hillbillies for more than 40 years. I have always thought it was best value for money and the food is delicious. It was our family favourite takeaway. Twice in the last few months we have got home to potions that were halved in size. The curry sauce halved and coleslaw halved in size. When we got home the half pot were not even full they were 3quarters full. The price is so expensive for the sauces and for the sizes they are. We got food tonight and paid over €30.00 for it. That’s no problem when we thought we knew what we were getting and to us it’s worth it. Not anymore! There was about 10 chips in a dinner box. The taco chips were half a box and it’s a smaller box now. Then we looked and there was not much meat either in the taco fries. It was so disappointing for a place we always loved to treat ourselves to. The quality is definitely not there now. We find it hard enough to get into the premises and it is normally worth making the trip through the disaster that is Mc Curtain street road works and no where to park. To come home to half potions was not something we were looking forward to. I was trying to ring to complain and got through to what sounded like a fax machine. So I had to write this instead. I was so annoyed. I was wondering do others find this as well. Update on this matter Hillbilly’s have improved since this review and now the sauces are back to the normal size and portions sizes are better. Still no parking and it is hard to get into the shop. A shop outside the city centre would help majority of people who aren’t able to get into the shop. Blackpool or Mayfield, Ballyvolane or Glanmire Update 16/04/2026 We called into get an early dinner today and we got the most amazing meal. It was piping hot and so fresh. I enjoyed my food so much. The whole meal was worth the money. The quality of the food and the service was of a very high standard. The guy who served us was so pleasant and very professional at his job. I bought some more food for my son, his girlfriend and my mam when leaving and they enjoyed their food also. Thank you for taking my review and working on what I suggested. I believe a great business does this very approach. Keep up the great work you do. We will be back.

15/06/2026: Highly recommend M.Flannerys. Staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive. Colm was wonderful. He recommended the curry and it was fantastic. Klaudia made a generous espresso martini and it was excellent. The atmosphere is warm and authentic to the longtime past of this historic pub and restaurant. Prices very reasonable. Don’t hesitate to try it for yourself.

06/06/2026: Very helpful and friendly staff.. We had roast lunch .. very nice.. Recommend highly.

10/05/2026: Cliff House Hotel Ardmore is a 5-star luxury seaside hotel in a small coastal village in County Waterford, Ireland. It is dramatically built into a cliff overlooking Ardmore Bay, with all rooms facing the sea. The hotel is known for its strong focus on ocean views, modern design, and a peaceful escape atmosphere. Key features include a Michelin-starred restaurant, a full spa with an infinity pool overlooking the water, sauna, steam room, and outdoor hot tubs. Guests also have access to coastal walks, a small beach, and outdoor activities like swimming and hiking. It is best known for quiet luxury, relaxation, and nature-focused stays rather than city life, making it popular

05/04/2026: The room was perfect, and the pool and massage area were very nice. The staff provided excellent service and were very attentive. However, the food left a lot to be desired — it was quite bland and lacked flavor. It seems like there is more focus on adding exotic elements to the dishes rather than ensuring they actually taste good. Overall, I don’t feel that the food quality matches the price.

09/03/2026: Good food always, staff are friendly. Parking can be limited at times.

26/02/2026: Always good. Staff are very friendly.

05/04/2026: I don't often get takeaways but when I do I go to shallots the food is unreal today I got the chicken madras and my husband got chicken jalfrzi the flavours are amazing I've tried other Indian takeaways and not one of them come near I would highly recommend this restaurant and also piping hot when my husband picked it up

10/03/2026: Food is great. But delivery takes an eternity. Not kidding, I ordered lunch. It's an early dinner now.

08/05/2026: Local produce on sale, nice coffee shop - stop there on route to Dun na nGall - reasonable prices and friendly staff -

30/11/2025: Incredible Restaurant, the products are of high quality. My dish was gorgeous, the staff are very friendly. I recommend this restaurant without hesitate.

22/11/2025: Love popping into Ellens for breakfast or lunch. Lovely food and great service. Highly recommend Christmas Sandwich very tasty.

10/05/2026: A group of 26 of us had a fabulous night in the hotel. We booked in for a set menu meal and there were only compliments for the food and staff.

10/05/2026: You need to stay here!! The family that owns and runs this hotel is amazing! We also had the best meal of our trip to Ireland here! Can't wait to come back some day!!

24/05/2026: It's true, the best Guinness I have had in Ireland.

12/04/2026: Una’s is a wonderful Classic Irish ‘local’. Always a great welcome and full of character and charm. 10/10 for the Guinness and chat which is why I visit whenever I am visiting friends in the parish.

16/11/2025: Traditional Irish music, enjoying beautiful Guinness. What more could an Irish man need!

18/10/2025: Enjoyed the vibe here while having a few pints. Cozy but there are several separate areas to sit.

19/12/2025: Best coffee in Kilkenny, best food too! I love their seasonal ginger bread people, so cute and fun to call them a gingerbread person and they're delicious! The staff are so nice as well!

18/12/2025: Can someone explain to me what a gingerbread person is on the menu?? Is the lady that runs it called a personager? Fantastic food but come on now there is no need for that sillyness.

07/05/2025: Very friendly and accommodating.

28/03/2025: Had coffee and acai bowl at the lab just on the grounds. Was fab staff so friendly too