The best restaurants in Cork city council

20/05/2026: Delicious food, very friendly staff and a lovely atmosphere

18/05/2026: Delicious food, friendly service, nice atmosphere.

22/04/2026: Beautiful sushi, one of the nicest in cork we were in CUH for two weeks with our baby so we had sushi a few times and we enjoyed it

30/03/2026: Absolutely amazing from the food to the service. I forgot to take pictures of the rest of the food because we were so excited to eat it 🤣 very reasonably priced also for the amount of food we ordered and top class 🙏 highly recommended

20/05/2026: We both had a vegan starter and main and they were absolutely delicious. I'd get the same dishes again in a heartbeat.

06/05/2026: Great spot food was spot on too

30/04/2026: Lovely food, fabulous team working here

14/04/2026: My family and I enjoyed a wonderful meal at the Golden Elephant this week. Authentic, flavoursome, Thai cuisine, with very generous portions. Very pleasant ambience. I couldn't speak more highly of the friendly, attentive staff, who couldn't do enough for us.

12/05/2026: I come from the beautiful city of Munich in Bavaria, Germany, where we also have great burgers — but for this burger, I would gladly travel 2,400 km again. So, Servus da Wiggal

10/05/2026: I had the best chicken burger of my life here, the monthly special Chicken Cruncher was simply devine!! My mom and brother took other burgers and were also amazed by theirs! Oh and the mac n cheese!! Just simply WOW!!

16/05/2026: A friend and I visited from Canada, and found ourselves in this pub on a whim. We were immediately welcomed with open arms and loved the camaraderie between locals and the bar staff. We spent hours chatting, listening to music, and laughing alongside some of the best. Thank you Cork, we WILL be back!

05/05/2026: I stopped in for a quick half of a pint of Guinness after dinner across the street. Great service and amazing Guinness. Sláinte!

27/09/2025: Wonderful cocktails, great music and ambience, and I cannot say enough good things about the people that work here. I celebrated my 30th birthday AND engagement here, and my fiancée and I were shown such incredible hospitality by everyone we interacted with. I wish I could remember our bartender’s name, he truly made the night special. It’s been a month since we returned from Ireland, and our night at Paladar is one of our favorite memories from the whole trip. Highly recommend spending your time and money here!

20/09/2025: The atmosphere was good but was pressurized to finish the dinner for the next customer. I understand the time limit on the table but since we sat down we were reminded on several occasions the time limit which made us feel unwelcome.

14/05/2026: Can not even suggest one thing to improve upon. Was a delight!

13/05/2026: Elegant accommodations and excellent service.

04/01/2026: Lovely place for brunch with a unique menu. One of our party was a bit disappointed they couldn't get scrambled eggs with their breakfast, but they enjoyed their poached eggs all the same.

01/01/2026: Brunch here was stellar. The pancetta hash was savory and addictive while the ricotta pancakes were some of the best pancakes I've ever had! Great smoothies as well! Love that you can sit outside too. This is the place to go in Cork for breakfast!

10/11/2025: I created a video of our visit to Nano Nagle Convent. To see a complete review of our visit to this tourist attraction search on YouTube for "@travellingtourist Nano Nagle Convent”

07/11/2025: Fascinating visit, we now know the difference between a class 1, 2 and 3 relic! Thanks Tatiana for bringing it to life for us.

11/03/2026: Great Italian restaurant with delicious food. Friendly and helpful staff. Reasonable prices. I recommend it.

09/03/2026: 5* food and service. I had the Carbonara and the kids had goujons and chips. It was beautiful and as I was rushing for the airport, they facilitated me super fast, I calculated 6 minutes from ordering to table!! Delicious and fresh, will definitely return.

01/12/2025: One of Corks best pubs. Suitable for all age demographics. Decent live music and sport on the TV. Lovely creamy pints of stout too

27/10/2025: Great place to watch rugby. Great pints, service and atmosphere!

10/05/2026: Fota Island Resort — Short Enthusiast Overview Fota Island Resort A large 5-star luxury golf and spa resort set on its own private island in Cork Harbour, Fota Island Resort is one of Ireland’s most complete “all-in-one” luxury estates — combining hotel, lodges, championship golf, and a world-class spa just minutes from Cork City. Atmosphere Think: A modern Irish luxury island estate — green, spacious, and built around golf, woodland, and calm coastal air. It feels less like a historic manor and more like a self-contained luxury resort village, where nature, sport, and wellness are the focus. Why it stands out Located on a private island in Cork Harbour, ~15 minutes from Cork City Set across hundreds of acres of woodland and landscaped grounds One of Ireland’s top golf resorts (championship courses, Irish Open history) Strong spa and wellness reputation (large hydrotherapy and treatment facilities) Mix of hotel rooms + suites + self-catering lodges for different travel styles Signature experiences 🏌️ Championship golf courses (major tournament pedigree) 🧖 Large ESPA-style spa with pools, hydrotherapy, and treatment suites 🌲 Woodland walking trails and cycling routes across the estate 🏊 Indoor pool + fitness + wellness facilities 🍽 Fine dining and relaxed resort restaurants 🏡 Lodge stays for groups and families (full kitchen, fireplaces, privacy) What enthusiasts love most The scale of the estate (huge, green, and private island setting) Golf-first luxury resort experience Choice between hotel comfort and private lodge living Strong spa + wellness infrastructure Easy access to Cork while still feeling “away from everything” Style & character Compared with Ireland’s other luxury hotels: Less historic than Ballyfin or Ashford Castle More resort-driven than boutique manor hotels like Sheen Falls More activity-focused than romantic “quiet luxury” properties Best described as: “Ireland’s flagship modern golf-and-spa resort on a private island estate.” Best for Golf-focused luxury trips Families and group stays (lodges are a big draw) Spa + wellness weekends Active resort holidays (tennis, trails, sports) Cork-based luxury escapes close to the city Official site: Fota Island Resort Official Website

07/05/2026: Did the Me & You couples spa package and had such a lovely day! We started off with lunch which was delicious - chicken fajita bowl and an array of cake slices. We then did the mud bath (which also includes an outdoor sauna), followed by a massage and facial. In between treatments, we were put into the relaxation room, which was lovely. We finished all our treatments with some light refreshments. All in all, we were there from about 11.30-5.30, so I think we got our money worth. All of the staff were really welcoming and friendly, from the receptionist and the servers, to the masseuses. Everywhere was so clean too!! Really enjoyed this package and will definitely be back. I feel so refreshed!!

23/04/2026: Amazing food and amazing service. Lovely vibe and the waitress girl has a beautiful voice 🥰🥰

14/03/2026: Excellent take away - some reviewers seem to think this is supposed to be a restaurant and are giving it negative reviews. Ignore those dopes, it’s a take away and an amazing one at that !

18/05/2026: Not too far from Cork city centre stands a beautiful hotel on the banks of the river. Rooms are of a good size, clean and beds are very comfortable. Staff are lovely, professional and pleasant, and they can only bested by the food served. Everything from the goats cheese tartlet through to the incredible beef mains was nothing short of exceptional. To top it all off, a trip to the spa, including the outdoor heated (really warm) swimming pool. Overall, a really pleasant experience, and worth every moment.

09/05/2026: Booked the Kingsley for our son's communion and I can't fault anything.. the staff were amazing and my son even got a communion card and dessert from the Kingsley for his big day.. will absolutely be booking with the Kingsley again. Fantastic day