The best restaurants in Cork city council

03/08/2026: Delicious sandwich… soup watery a little disappointing. Staff wonderful but under huge pressure. Behind the counter a little messy … tea towel behind counter hanging off the oven looks clean but discoloured. Could do with more staff. V noisy & music loud!

28/07/2026: I'd definitely recommend this fabulous hidden gem of a cafe in Douglas Court. The food is just so fresh and real and I always feel energised after eating here. I love their protein balls, scones on occasion, lunch options such as various chicken sourdough sandwiches and halloumi flatbeeads which are served on their own or with a soup or salad option. Their new coffee is fab too. So whether you are catching up with a friend, want the watch the world go by or are taking a break from.your busy day, definitely pop in. Great snacks, drink options, breakfasts, smoothies, lunches and more. They carry an array of healthy tasty foods and drinks Mary Carmody Nutritionist

04/09/2026: I had such a lovely experience at Stew Store in Marina Market. I ordered the butter chicken tacos and also got a portion of their fries separately, and both were really good. What made the experience even better was the lady serving me I believe she may be the owner. She was so sweet, kind and genuinely helpful. I was a bit confused between the bhuna chicken, Madras and butter chicken, so she actually gave me some butter chicken to taste before I ordered so I could decide. I thought that was such a thoughtful gesture and something you don't see everywhere. I also asked if she could put the Spice Box seasoning on the regular fries, and she was happy to do that for me. While I was eating, she even came over to ask if everything was good. That level of personal attention and care really stood out. I've actually visited her at the Douglas location as well, and she's always been just as kind and welcoming there. Another thing I really appreciate about Stew Store is the portion sizes and value for money. Compared with the other Indian food joint in Marina Market, I personally find Stew Store gives much better portions for what you pay, and the food feels much better value overall. The fact that they are also willing to let you taste something before deciding what to order is a brilliant touch. It shows that they genuinely want you to enjoy what you choose rather than just making a sale. Great food, generous portions, reasonable prices and exceptional customer service. Stew Store is definitely my go-to for Indian food at Marina Market. Highly recommend! ❤️

02/08/2026: Really good food for a homesick rainy day in cork

21/08/2026: The Market Burger is one of the best burgers to get, its very tasty, and the chips are just as good, well worth a visit. The staff are very pleasant even though they are always busy. Give it a try and check it out for yourself.

07/08/2026: Genuinely one of THE best veggie burgers I’ve ever had 😭 still dreaming about it weeks later! Literally the only thing keeping me from coming back is a 2.5 hour drive away. so please if you’re local don’t miss out on a great spot!

17/09/2026: Thanks to Hasib for the warm welcome. Plenty of choices on the menu. Don't hesitate to step inside! 👍

16/09/2026: For me, it's better than the big fast-food restaurants. Special deal on Tuesday and Wednesday, check the menu.

14/10/2026: The food is so bad and when I complained the manager tried to make every excuse rather than admit it was very bad would be so much better for business if she agreed wont ever eat in that place again

12/10/2026: Quality and taste of Food has slipped over the last while . Shrinkflation is alive and well here. Last couple of meals I've had there have been disappointing. Pity, used to love Dinos

25/09/2026: After eating here every single week for the past year, I can confidently say that the Silver Key is an absolute gem. I order their fillet steak medium-rare almost every time, and the meat quality is consistently exceptional, cooked to absolute perfection without a single complaint to be made in 52 visits!

12/08/2026: A good restaurant offering both traditional dishes and Asian and Italian twists. I had breaded cod with mash and vegetables, while my girlfriend had salmon and shrimp tempura. Like most Irish dishes, it was all a bit heavy, but still excellent quality. The fish was fresh and well-fried. The mash tasted a bit coconutty, which was a bit strange with cod, especially if you're used to Italian mash, but it wasn't bad. The staff was very attentive and friendly. We stopped here randomly, and honestly think it's a great place to stop on a road trip. The atmosphere was like a typical Irish diner with horse racing on TV. Not bad!

28/06/2026: We chose this hotel for our wedding reception. We couldn't have been happier than this. The staff, venue, food was amazing from planning to accommodate our wishes. The guests and we were extremely happy and satisfied. We spent a lovely afternoon and we'll cherish these memories forever.

14/06/2026: Avoid if you can. This is below "no frills". No A/C in all rooms. No hair dryer. No refrigerator. No coffee machine. A small room with a small TV. Bathroom is functional and well stocked.

09/10/2026: Basil baby is a lovely and professional bouncer definitely reccomend !!!

30/09/2026: Great lively venue, huge variety on bar drink menu,

17/09/2026: average place , nothing special , Awful Decor and smell. cant recommend it.

08/06/2026: Great staff. Great pool and darts. Free pool for all on a Tuesday if im right. Great for parties aswell

05/08/2026: Go here for a group weekly non pub related

14/10/2026: Great for buying a cheap and quick meal. It can also be hot. The hot chocolate from the machine is delicious. Super with lots of things to buy.

20/09/2026: Fella named Charlie is a charismatic and hardworking employee, had a blast talking with him! Overall a great shop and an amazing employee!

12/10/2026: At first it's fine, good for a one-night stand, but by the second time you realize the Friday DJ is really lazy. They play salsa from 9 to 10 pm and you barely see the guy at the controls; he just plays the same songs over and over again. By the third time you know the order of the songs. It's disappointing because the place is nice, but the DJ is terrible. Unfortunately, there aren't many other options for dancing salsa in the city on a Friday. Good place, but CHANGE THE DJ!! Or at least have the lazy guy change the playlist 😂

10/10/2026: Crane Lane is an absolute gem in Cork! Every time I come to Ireland, visiting this place is part of my ritual, along with grabbing a chowder at the English Market. :) I absolutely love the vibes here, but a special shout-out to the blond DJ for always bringing such great music and keeping the place alive. The live music, the atmosphere, the people… there’s just something special about this place that makes you feel at home, even when you’re not Irish. Long live Crane Lane! Can’t wait to be back.

19/06/2026: The staff was very friendly anf accommodating. Our room was nice and clean. However washcloths were not provided and neither was lotion. For the price I found amenities lacking

03/06/2026: Not great. First family room we were put in did not have a functioning air conditioning unit. The tv also didn’t work correctly. The next room was better but still seemed like the quality didn’t match the price. The restaurant downstairs needs a lot of work. The food was poor and the service was even worse. Thought the 2.7 stars it was rated on google was an exaggeration but I would say it was close to 2.5. Won’t be staying again.

08/10/2026: Amazing birria tacos and nachos—perfect for sharing between two people. The portions were generous and everything was full of flavour. The staff were friendly, we barely had to wait for our food, and they also have an outdoor area. Definitely recommend trying the birria tacos! 🌮

23/08/2026: tacos and nachos were delicious as was the homemade hot sauce, maybe the best margarita i’ve ever had, great choice of songs playing and our waitress was the sweetest angel, 10/10!

11/06/2026: I enjoy this Starbucks a lot. It’s busy but not usually overcrowded. Although if you want to work on your laptop for a couple of hours it can be hard to get a table as it’s very popular for that. Lots of space. Great staff. Car parking available. Close to retail parks and shopping center.

12/04/2026: Great view. Nothing else …awful coffee for what’s suppose to be a prominent coffee house!