The best restaurants in Cork

03/07/2026: Little gem of a place. Worst thing is, making up your mind on what to have. Lucky I don't live near it. I'd be there every day.

17/06/2026: The best bakery in town, hands down!The sourdough bread is absolutely top-tier—perfectly crusty on the outside and airy on the inside. You can really tell they use traditional methods. Everything is baked fresh, and the staff are incredibly warm and welcoming.It is the perfect spot for a morning coffee and a treat. Cannot recommend this place enough!

08/06/2026: I came in here to try enjoy myself and relax. I was told this was a nice place but I know now whoever said that is really wrong. I was well behaved all night sitting across from the bar at a table on my owe. Near the end of the night I saw a guy order a drink. I decided to go straight up and order one too for myself. The guy who looks only like a student probably likes to look the part told me I had enough and not been served. I could not believe it. I told him I had not much but he said get out. I was not one but happy about it. So I wanted to stand up for myself a prove he was wrong. He got the security and they were very aggressive for no reason. I was walking away when they forced me back in and tried to attack me. A group of them and only me. It was very bad and they should be brought up for it. I told many people and it's not good for yer city . We won't be traveling up to this city again in a hurry. It's very bad the way I was treated.

08/06/2026: Cool venue with huge drink selection and great bands

29/05/2026: Superb pizza, thin crust, excellent toppings - will definitely visit again. Cold drinks not massively cold but they serve wine, have some seating, a bathroom and service is friendly. Would definitely recommend 👍

23/05/2026: I came in here with my gal pals after a few beveraginos. We came in for a slice but the staff and atmosphere were so lovely and welcoming we couldn’t resist getting a table and a glass of vino!! Highly recommend. Truly wonderful 😻

18/07/2026: I was denied entry as I was wearing inappropriate shoes which were a flat sandal (sandals in 28 degree heat in July) and my niece also had sandals on, bear in mind there were people in there with runners on. A homophobic reaction by the staff in my opinion. I will not be returning and I will be spreading the word. Avoid

07/06/2026: This pub used to be one of my favourites in Cork and the management changed, now it looks like be running by teens, poor service, very awkward behaviour, basic unwelcoming environment. This pub is not as busy as used to be and people probably is avoiding to be there.

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.

03/06/2026: Right in the thick of downtown Cork close to great restaurants and pubs. Excellent staff & fine restaurants in the hotel. Lovely art throughout & many art coffee table books.

19/05/2026: Best matcha latte and gorgeous location

07/03/2026: I didn't like the coffee and unfortunately the service was rather unfriendly :(

04/07/2026: Our family loves this place and definitely recommend!!

20/06/2026: Favourite chinese in cork. Such nice staff and the food is delicious every time.

05/06/2026: It's amazingggggg! I remember when I was in Italy 🥹 My favorite in cork City ❤️

19/05/2026: Great cheap and fast option for food in Cork. The pizza was delicious. The menu had a nice variety of pizza options. Seating inside was limited but it is a cool place to sit and eat.

25/03/2026: Nice bar but the young fellas behind it could learn how to serve people properly. I waited to get served for about 10 minutes. They kept serving others who had come to the bar after me. Tunnel vision. I pointed it out to a barman..got a shrug, and he still went & served other people.. he finally came back and took my order 5 minutes later. Very poor service. Chicken Burger I ordered arrived with about 6 chicken goujons inside it...wasnt a burger at all.

03/07/2026: Delicious, balanced flavours. Very fresh, wait time was prompt. Didn't hold back on portion size, good variety of food on their menu. Nice amount of meats in both curries, 5 star delicious. A must try, delighted we did.

13/05/2026: Best indian style dal makahni and kadai paneer with garlic naan, food is really tasty ❤️

11/07/2026: Very friendly staff.good selection of beer well layed out so plenty of room to socialise.drink outside in the warm weather..highly recommend to go for a few

29/06/2026: The service and the atmosphere was class ,food top notch call out to Michael the server should be in charge his chat to customers is brilliant.can I say one thing if staff come on duty please iron your uniform it looks a hell of a lot better.michael keep up the good work well done .

23/07/2026: GF pizza available and it was delicious

20/07/2026: Have been here on a number of occasions. I have never had a bad experience. Food is amazing. Staff very friendly. Plenty of options for the kids aswell.

20/02/2026: Beautiful food in both premises, but on the two occasions I've visited Balance District I've met the same woman with an attitude. Never met her before , don't know her. Not even thank you after paying. For this reason alone, I won't be returning. She really is a dreadful person.

14/01/2026: So only for 1 or 2 waitresses that get distracted in conversation. I once waited 20 minutes for 2 take away coffees and then was giving then in a ceramic mug! After asking twice I was in a hurry so very inconvenient for me. The 2 waitresses were busy chatting behind the counter on a busy time, so disappointed at this. I never went for a take away coffee again. But go for breakfast from time to time.This place is amazing 👏 food is top 😋 the new waitress Alison is amazing great service and great at her job very efficient.

13/07/2026: Super simple food served with a smile. My only complaint was there was was just too much of it. We went back the following night.

11/06/2026: Good value. Low prices, relaxed atmosphere. Service is good. Nice quite pub, tucked away down a lane of skehard Road. Price of the pint is excellent