The best restaurants in Carlow

08/05/2026: Beautiful food here and kids will love choc pizza for dessert

03/05/2026: This has to be the worst restaurant in Carlow. We’ve given this place multiple chances, hoping it would improve, but it’s been consistently bad. The garlic bread was completely inedible—drenched in oil and loaded with raw garlic. It’s such a basic dish, and getting something that simple so wrong says a lot. On previous visits, the pizzas have also had wet, oily bases, so this clearly isn’t a one-off issue. The frustrating part is that the staff are friendly and the interior is lovely. It should be a great spot, especially as one of the only Italian options in Carlow, but the food quality is nowhere near acceptable. We don’t like leaving negative reviews, but this really needs to be said. Unless there’s a serious improvement in the kitchen, it’s hard to see how this place keeps up—especially if any real competition comes along.

26/04/2026: Really enjoyed my meal. Good recommendations from the staff and an issue with one of my dishes was sorted very effectively

08/04/2026: Great experience . I booked a table for my family (5 ),,really surprised of the serving and staff..really good and tasty food, kids loved the desserts .. at the end they made me a surprise and sang ,,HappyBirthday,, to me.. thanks so much Mimossa Carlow ... ure the best .. we will come back again... great experience ...great day.. ❤️❤️❤️

06/11/2025: My first visit today and will definitely be back next time I’m in town. Gorgeous food, coffee and generally lovely vibes! They have a couple of vegan options too that included the best mushroom soup I’ve ever had :)

03/11/2025: Great quality, organic , delicious coffee and bread .......warm and cozy ambient!!

18/05/2026: A nice and cozy café with a great history in one of the most picturesque places along the Barrow. Happy to come again!

11/05/2026: Lovely food here nice staff excellent spot

05/05/2026: The food is always just incredible here, both evening dining and Sunday lunch. Surprisingly reasonable prices. And their wine selection is wonderful - as are the hosts and staff. Just a really beautiful place for a special meal.

19/04/2026: Outstanding food, really lovely staff and a great atmosphere. 100% worth travelling for. We'll be back.

08/05/2026: First Birthday Steak 🤩🥳 Happy Costumer , Happy Chef

02/05/2026: Drop by with my friends to have dinner food was so fresh and delicious.

13/04/2026: Lovely pub, good beer & food. Knocked down a star because of the older manager berating staff behind the counter while they tried to do their jobs, owners need to give him the marching order ASAP, would visit again, hopefully when that individual isn't there.

06/04/2026: Great food, tasty and not too expensive

17/04/2026: Probably the best garden center in the country. Lovely cafe.

15/04/2026: Great place called in about a week ago looking for a cherry blossom tree & Sinead went out her way to get us one from Kilquade a week later . Great service & she rang & was there when we collected it. Very fair price. Keep up the good work. James Brennan

28/04/2026: Very good burgers, highly recommend 👌

20/04/2026: Excellent wonderful staff and lovely food.

06/05/2026: What a gem of a hotel. Walking into the hotel you were welcomed with the sweet smell of freshly cut flowers, open reception area with plenty of seating to suit all needs. Lovely quiet area to sit with a book & glass of wine. Reception were very welcoming. Room spotless. Dined in the bar/restaurant that evening. Great selection of tasty food to cater for all. Would recommend to drop in if ever passing. Breakfast was freshly cooked. Staff were exceptional, friendly & courteous throughout. Would highly recommend this gem of a hotel.

01/05/2026: We had the most wonderful stay here while visiting for the Punchestown Races. We stayed for two nights, heading off early each morning at 7:30 am to ride out at the fantastic yard of John “Shark” Hanlon, then returning to the hotel to shower, change, and head back out for the racing. The staff were incredibly accommodating, kindly preparing a takeaway breakfast for us each morning, a simple bacon and egg, which was perfect. The evening meals were excellent, and the whole place had such a warm, social atmosphere that it really felt like the best spot in the area. What stood out most was the team's consistency; many of the staff have clearly been there a long time, which really shows in the level of care and service. Faultless from start to finish, this will absolutely be my go-to hotel whenever I return.

15/03/2026: We called in on the off chance of getting a Sunday roast. We were seated quickly and fed and watered. Served by a young man called Sean who was extremely friendly and very good at the job. Thank you ..

22/01/2026: First time here beautiful food lovely service Definitely will call again

15/02/2026: Very enjoyable experience all round. We'll definitely be back.

01/01/2026: Booked for a New Year's Eve dinner, we've had food here on a couple of occasions and we were never disappointed. We adore this part of the south east, it's a pleasure to eat in this total gem! The very best of Irish hospitality on our door step. Wonderful friendly service, couldn't fault anything. The food is very inventive and fresh, attention to detail is outstanding. Each meal a work of art!

28/12/2025: Highly recommend Basil for some delicious freshly prepared and well priced Asian food. Had the duck and will recommend it anyday

26/11/2025: I regularly eat here with my partner. It’s really nice restaurant. Very friendly welcoming staff. Great menu and really nice freshly made dishes. I go here regularly and love returning. I always get tofu pad Thai or tofu yaki soba, highly recommend both.

06/06/2025: Ducked in out of the rain and was treated to some good coffee and nice muffin. Recommend it for the warm greeting by staff alone. Stop in

22/04/2025: Croissants were fresh & light. You could tell care was taken. This is the bakery for you.

11/05/2026: Excellent, very friendly staff lovely atmosphere. Great range on the menu had breakfast and dinner. Staff very attentive. Excellent value for money. Highly recommend.

04/05/2026: Large pub with many rooms. Wide selection of food for both small and large appetites.