The best restaurants in Cork

04/04/2026: Great food! One of the best places I’ve eaten at in Cork city. I appreciated the seasonal menu, which added to the quality of the ingredients. Everything we ordered was delicious. The staff was super friendly and attentive, it was such good service. I will definitely come again.

01/04/2026: Went here for dinner & honestly one of the best meals I've ever had. We had the lamb meatballs & flatbread for starter & the skillet chicken for main. The flavours were next level! Its small so definitely book a table if going for dinner, but what a gem.

21/04/2026: 5 star place 👌 worth visiting for everyone

20/04/2026: An absolute gem in Cork! It’s no surprise they are fully booked weeks in advance. From the moment we arrived, the service was impeccable; the staff explained the menu in great detail and offered thoughtful, personal recommendations. They were incredibly kind and attentive throughout the evening. ​The food was outstanding, easily some of the best I’ve had in the city. The oysters with elderflower granita, the monkfish with beetroot achar, and the oyster pâté were uniquely delicious highlights. Every other dish was equally impressive, and the caramelised white chocolate was the perfect finishing touch. A truly amazing experience!

11/03/2026: Great place. The food was just amazing (caramelised salsify), the beer was spot on, and the staff super friendly. Can't recommend it highly enough.

11/03/2026: Delicious cocktails, great food, warm service by a team of pro servers. We ordered the halibut special, ribeye, chips, and fried smoked trumpet mushrooms. This was the best meal we've had in our 3+ weeks in Ireland! Listen to your server's recs. We took his suggestions and found we'd ordered the perfect amount of food! Our plates were clean after we finished, but we didn't leave overly stuffed. He also let us taste a few wines before committing to our choices. Highly recommend but reservations are a must, even during the slower months. Also recommend sitting at the end of the bar if you're a foodie who enjoys watching the chef cook and plate your meal!

31/03/2026: By far best place in Cork for breakfast and lunch

30/03/2026: Great food. Very friendly staff.

19/04/2026: Excellent food and great friendly service. Had lunch here twice and dinner once. Could not fault a thing - beer, soup and stew were great, and the sandwiches were unreal !

17/04/2026: Went for a poetry group night upstairs! 💚

15/03/2026: Best vegan meal I’ve had since Cafe My House with chef Briana Kim. I love when places don’t use meat substitutes, even though I do eat them at home fairly often, and focus instead on the vegetables themselves.

01/03/2026: Absolutely gorgeous. Professional, friendly and knowledgeable service, and every course was delicious. I'll remember those pumpkin ravioli for a long time, I think! Natural wine pairings were well-considered, well-explained and beautifully rounded out the meal. We will be coming back!

15/04/2026: So very basic. Is not a 5 star experience.

15/04/2026: Great stay a nd wonderful service.

23/04/2026: Great restaurant! The kids' chicken burger was delicious and very generous. The fish and chips were also excellent, made with fresh fish. Thanks to the servers for taking the time to help us, as we're French and don't speak much English. A fantastic place, we'll definitely be back.

23/04/2026: What a great find on a theatre trip to Cork. Great service, great space, great food and great value!

09/04/2026: This was one of the best places I have eaten in that I have experienced superb service, fantastical executed food and just a breath of fresh air. Well done to all involved it’s amazing

06/04/2026: We’ve been at Glass Curtain twice now, including a Valentine’s dinner, and it has been excellent both times. Food is outstanding—every dish feels well thought out and full of flavour. The wine pairing was spot on, and overall the experience felt really special from start to finish. On our Valentine’s visit, we were even surprised with an extra course for Pancake Day, which was a lovely touch. Service is top notch—attentive, professional, and consistent. The atmosphere is relaxed and perfect for a special occasion. Definitely a place we’ll keep coming back to.

08/01/2026: Banger, really busy but great service, nice atmosphere and unreal food. Sharing plates are class!!! And ofc great message behind their food.

04/01/2026: I’ve been coming here since I moved to the area a couple years ago. The food, atmosphere, and service are always 10/10. The food is fresh and flavorful. The saffron cake is truly devine if you’re in the mood for a treat. They have a fair amount of pantry items and coffee to buy and take home as well. Don’t pass this place up! Do make a reservation though, as they get very busy.

19/04/2026: I sat at the bar and ate an out of this world sirloin. All the bartenders were pleasant they could and I never been treated so well by this many different people at one place. The service alone were a 5+ star.

17/04/2026: Really decent food and not waiting all day for it ..prompt and efficient

07/04/2026: Paddy is a lovely place with delicious food and very warm atmosphere:)

16/03/2026: The food is absolutely amazing as always with a few specials on for Mothers Day. Staff always so polite and 😊 I was in there too for the Irish march and great atmosphere and food again 🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪

14/04/2026: A very enjoyable brunch in a very busy restaurant. Booking ESSENTIAL. Very interesting menu and very attentive helpful staff. There were a number of walk-ins while we were there and staff did a great job juggling everything to accommodate all. No easy parking nearby - be careful of areas that are managed by APCOA clampers. Best park in the Shopping centre car park and walk to the restaurant

12/04/2026: Have to say the best brunch we’ve had anywhere this side of the county..well done Dave and his outstanding staff Cork city floor sanding

22/12/2025: “I love this place. The service is amazing and they make me feel like I’m at home. As soon as they see me, they already know my favorite drink. The best matcha ever. Thank you, guys!”

20/12/2025: lovely spot!!! delicious stuff!!! wow

31/03/2026: We went for food late, great service and staff. Special thanks to Pepe, who served us and make us feel very welcomed, we will definitely come back.

27/03/2026: Thank you for your warm welcome to Nosta Restaurant! If you’re looking for an authentic Mediterranean restaurant in Cork City, look no further than Nosta Restaurant Cork City. They offer a wide range of traditional Turkish specialities, from the best Kebabs in Cork and delicious Meze platers to Pizzas and Niko's signature dishes. We ordered the Mix Doner, which includes lamb and chicken doner, bread, sauce, salad, and a choice of chips or rice. You can add Tzatziki for €3. I opted for the lasagne as a side. The staff was very professional and ready to help us. They even offered us two glasses of wine. It was a great moment! Thank you!