The best restaurants in Cork city council

13/12/2025: Just go there and enjoy gorgeous coffee and sandwiches, you won’t be disappointed! We were looking for a breakfast on a Saturday morning and my husband had walked passed a few times but it was always full. Now we know why. We absolutely loved our flat whites (in gorgeous ceramic mugs) and our 2 toasted sandwiches sitting in the little indoor space. We will be back!

01/12/2025: Always the best coffee! I always go for the Greek pot or the sausage roll, best in town. Also, they are so sound, treat everybody as regulars. Shoutout to Billy!

27/09/2025: Great coffee and pleasant atmosphere

24/09/2025: Absolutely love this coffee it is all I drink with years and this morning I found a stone in my whole beans. My sage machine nearly broke over this. A terrible noise coming from the grinder and I took it all apart to find a stone that looked just like a bean must have been put through the roast also as it has that coating to it. Not a great way to start the morning. Could have cost me a fortune also if I kept trying to grind the beans.

11/09/2025: Very pretty garden centre with a nice cafe enclosed. Lovely coffee.

04/08/2025: Drove a long way to find them closed, rang before I left and their voice mail stated they where open 7days a week < they are not, they close on bank holiday Mondays!!!

01/04/2026: Great porridge. Staff were lovely! It was a little cold but sure that’s Cork for ya!

22/03/2026: Visited here and they would not cater for gluten free as they claimed all sandwiches are premade. Not great to be honest especially for a cafe with a kitchen and a menu.

28/03/2026: The food portion was too big for me but I loved what I got. The staff were very helpful and made sure we were OK. All my friends and my teachers loved their food too.

28/03/2026: I brought my mother for lunch. She is very fussy and when we were leaving she said "I'll be coming back here"

25/03/2026: ABSOLUTELY TERRIBLE STAY AWAY STAFF CANNOT READ SIMPLE DIRECTIONS AND IF THEY CAN READ THEY COMPLETELY IGNORE YOUR REQUEST

20/03/2026: Uif u like children and burgers u won't b disappointed.

21/11/2025: spice bag was delicious, owners really friendly and hospitable

02/11/2025: I got spicy chicken meehon after describing what kind of a noodle i want on the night of the halloween,no eggs not sweet sauce ,the women taking my order was very practical to guide me with my choice and also asked me if i want spicy or not.(it is really spicy so if it is not for you keep that in mind) What i received as my order was totally what i was craving.the price (11.50)sounded a bit too much in the beginning for a takeaway noodle but considering the portion guess it was ok, she also let me charge my phone inside on a very busy night even before my order so thanks again to her for that.The only thing i would recommend them to come up with a solution with is their plastic boxes they put the food in.As you would expect asian food is served super duper hot and it is really not healthy to serve boiling hot food in plastic boxes,other than that the food is 5/5 and the service was even better

30/09/2025: Creamy pints midweek. Great atmosphere, and service.

12/08/2025: Staff are chill and the outdoor area is nice without being pretentious

30/03/2026: Had a family party there over the weekend. The food, the service and the venue were all A1+++. Lauren was so helpful with all the organising, and was very accommodating with last minute celiac food requirements. James and all the staff in the bar are great. Highly recommend Goldbergs for a family or works party. Also a great place to drop in for a drink and some food.

06/03/2026: €6.50 for a 330ml bottle of Heineken 0.0 is exorbitant when you’re charging the same for a pint of Guinness. .

29/12/2025: Always love visits here,great cocktails and atmosphere

29/12/2025: One of my favourite bars in the city - especially upstairs! Such a vibe here (quite small though so definitely for groups under 4)

08/04/2026: Awful place. Refused my partner a pint because he wasnt completely finished the one in front of him. Was speaking to someone at another table and they refused him a whiskey because he had half a pint in front of him. Staff pick and choose who they serve and wound never reccomend this place to anyone. They know how to charge well and staff are horrible.

18/02/2026: Another nice pub in the area. Prices on par with surrounding pubs and London Massive selection of beers and spirits. Would recommend

25/10/2025: nothing beats it. Best Guinness I’ve ever had. And maybe ever will have.

16/09/2025: Great bar for a quiet pint or three

15/06/2025: I had high hopes for this place, but after witnessing what goes on behind closed doors, I can’t recommend it. The lack of professionalism and questionable after-hours behaviour were deeply disappointing. What’s worse, after leaving my honest opinion, I received an intimidating message. That says more about the place than any review could. I was a regular customer. I expected decency, not fear. Not sure if management is aware, but if they are, that alone should be a red flag. Think twice before supporting this place.

14/06/2025: El fenix is possibly the best bar in cork city. Every single member of staff makes sure to make you feel welcomed. Savage music, beautiful pints, best spot in the city

28/12/2025: Donatello is a great spot for a tasty meal, with well-prepared food and a relaxed, welcoming vibe.

25/05/2025: Best bar for students with table games, activities and nice atmosphere. Sure with good prices