The best restaurants in Cork

25/07/2026: Have eaten here for the last 40 years. It ages like a fine wine , just gets better and better

22/07/2026: As a coeliac who gets so anxious eating out, the staff were so kind after asking for reassurance regarding their gluten free bread. It’s really really good! The food was incredible and the view was beautiful. Thanks for a lovely evening.

22/08/2026: Michelle and Gavin and the entire kind staff got on board with our “Orange” themed 60th party we wanted that the table flowers were orange and in abundance, the dishes had orange nasturtiums decorating the plates, the desert was orange posset. There were even loose oranges on the table - talk about going above and beyond. I left it to the professionals and boy did they deliver. Food was incredible, the staff were so helpful and kind too. We had the best night, the birthday girl felt special. If ever you are planning a special night- it was like an event planner took over and relieved me of the stress of organizing. Thankyou Michelle. Love Olive xxxx

14/08/2026: Fantastic from start to finish. The results dont lie. Excellent food, wonderful staff. A credit to the area.

11/09/2026: Lovely dinner for 2. Excellent attention to my gluten free requirements and plenty of choice - even desserts!! Would absolutely recommend

31/08/2026: After visiting the distillery, we desperately needed to eat. We got a table for 90 minutes – everything was reserved. The food was excellent and plentiful. The service was very friendly.

06/08/2026: Well-stocked health food store with organic vegetables, dairy, bakery products, and dry goods, of which a surprising amount is from the Netherlands. Friendly and helpful staff.

05/08/2026: Couldn't recommend this place enough. I have been buying a certain supplement from them for a while as I can't get it anywhere else. Recently, there was a small issue with my order that was sent (not Organico's fault), and I emailed them; that day, they sent me a replacement. There is also always a little note in the package with a tea bag. It's such a lovely touch and why I love supporting local businesses. They are so helpful and kind. I will be buying from them for years to come.

25/06/2026: One of the best fish and chips I've had with great seating and a beautiful view. Staff are friendly and the desserts are incredible

15/06/2026: We had coffee and cake one day, and dinner the following day here. Service was fantastic and the food was great.

23/08/2026: Stunning on literally every level. Gorgeous food, staff, and setting.

23/08/2026: Amazing food! Great staff! 10/10

15/08/2026: Great discovery. Gorgeous restaurant with really good menu. Seafood green curry was a knockout. Four of us went and were really impressed.

05/08/2026: First they forgot my order, and then they served me the tea in this tea pot … i don’t know when was the last time they washed it.

19/08/2026: Got a warm welcome and a delicious curry

10/08/2026: This was my first ever holiday overseas and the staff at copper grove were so nice and welcoming stayed two nights and the room was fantastic and very good value too! Had a ln amazing meal in the restaurant as well and it was delicious and the staff were brilliant! Would visit again! Ireland rocks! 👍

05/08/2026: nice bookstore with very good vegan food!

05/08/2026: The Time Travellers Bookshop is a wonderful little café. Nicki is excellent at the helm, providing great service & tasty vegan food. I really enjoy going to this café, I can sip delicious coffee, relax and browse wonderful books in a charming atmosphere - what’s not to love!

17/08/2026: We are tourists from lebanon who are going down to baltimore and just happened to pass by skibbereen and saw jc. We absolutely loved it! We hope to have the chance to pass by here again

08/08/2026: Great place, the food is delicious and the service was good, I recommend a visit.

25/08/2026: Really special place. Food and coffee was perfect and staff were so so helpful. Thanks

24/08/2026: The staff was adorable, and the food is great!

22/08/2026: Fast and professional service with delicious food 👍🏻 Perfekt pitstop on our way to the cork airport.

18/08/2026: We had a really great experience here. From the moment we arrived, the staff were friendly, welcoming and very attentive. The service was quick and everything was handled professionally. The food was delicious, fresh and beautifully presented, and there was a lovely atmosphere throughout the restaurant. The place felt warm and comfortable, making it a great spot for a relaxed meal. Overall, excellent food, great service and a lovely atmosphere. We really enjoyed our visit and would definitely recommend this restaurant and come back again.

08/06/2026: Lovely little place in the centre of Kinsale. Brilliant sirloin, excellent scallops (with the surf and turf), nice wine selection by glass or bottle, fabulous frites, and the service is op-notch. Recommended, especially as a special occasion dinner.

26/05/2026: Great small restaurant. No reservation, but very accommodating for the two of us. Steaks were great, desert a serious - WOW! Very pleasant waitstaff. Busy so we waited - but we like busy, we know it’s good!

30/08/2026: Beautiful little shop! The coffee taste amazing and the service is excellent!

26/08/2026: Really friendly service and delicious coffee.

13/08/2026: This is a lovely place in a lovely town, we felt like we were at home!

09/08/2026: It looks small from the outside, but there is a larger outdoor space inside. I went around 9 PM on Saturday and missed the performance, but it was very crowded. Everyone seemed to be locals, and the atmosphere was friendly, with everyone knowing each other. I had Murphy's and Beamish, and both were appealing for their rich foam. The restrooms were also quite clean.