The best restaurants in Cork

20/12/2025: Absolutely disaster food.. regret why i ordered from here ..low standard food .. don’t understand english .. Ordered paneer tikka and they sent red sweet liquid curry .. bad taste

26/09/2025: Good food, pizza was good and so we're the curries

19/09/2025: Clean, prompt, good vibe, easy interaction. I'm a fusspot who always makes my own breakfast, and the lady was 100% there for that and everything came out perfectly. Great place for a nice traditional breakfast, 100% happy with the experience.

05/09/2025: A true Irish pub, this one can say is 100% Irish. Irish food is served here, and of course, a full Irish breakfast. I can tell you, after a full Irish breakfast, you don't need food for the rest of the day, but it all depends on how much money you intend to spend. Birthday parties are held here; the pub is huge, so you can do whatever you want.

07/11/2025: Rejected my order for delivery from 1km away because of being ‘too far’ (with a high delivery charge). Took 5 days to get money back

08/07/2025: Got mixed veg fried rice and onion rings would definitely get again .

01/12/2025: I have been a regular Donatellos customer for the past 17 years but I've been getting a weekly pizza from the mayfield store the past 4 years. This is the most reliable, consistent and quality fast food place in Cork by far. The staff are fantastic, the drivers are quick and sound. I have NEVER had a bad pizza from this place. Perfect cheese, perfect sauce and perfect crust. 10 stars out of 5!! And great buffalo wings also :)

13/09/2025: As an italian person this isn't a real pizza. We bought 3 medium pizza and some ingredients were missing. We paid too much.

02/01/2026: I love a good chipper but this is not one. Salt and vinegar given on the tray in sachets. Burnt chips that were not traditional chipper chips, more like sub standard diner chips. Place was freezing too! Definitely the worst chipper ive been to

22/11/2025: Ethereal is not a word I ever expected to use for a kebab shop, yet it’s the only one that fits. From the moment you walk in, the aroma of slow-roasted meat and warm spices feels almost otherworldly, like it’s pulling you out of the everyday and into something far more comforting. The kebabs themselves are tender, flavorful, and perfectly balanced—juicy without being greasy, seasoned without being overpowering. Even the sides feel thoughtfully crafted, from the crisp, fresh salad to the pillowy warm naan that tastes like it came straight from a traditional tandoor. The staff are genuinely friendly, the portions generous, and the whole experience leaves you feeling both satisfied and strangely uplifted, as if great food really can be a little bit magical.

03/01/2026: It's OK it's very spicy and spice bag was very dry and it's a rip off not worth the money but good people spice bag is sometimes nice🥰

19/10/2025: Dry food Guinness with no head not worth it here rip off

09/12/2025: Not good, bought a few stuffs there, didn’t check the expiration date, some of the items are much more expensive than the other Asian shops. Kimchi package bloated when I arrived home, then I checked the expiration date, it has expired for two days. Then I checked all the stuff I bought, one of the sauces I bought has been expired for three months.

06/12/2025: The Junction CX Oriental pretty much has everything you could want from an Asian supermarket. They stock all the big names — 辛拉面, 李锦记, 旺旺, Yeo’s, 老干妈, even popular brand of candy Sweetking. There’s also a huge range of dumplings and 包子 in all sorts of flavours, plus loads of fresh fruit, veg, meat and seafood. If you’re after a proper one-stop shop for Asian ingredients, this place is honestly your best bet. I pop in most weeks, and in winter especially — they’ve got everything you need for a super delicious hotpot.

04/01/2026: I visited this Starbucks on Opera Lane today hoping to order a Toffee Nut Latte, but it wasn’t available and the alternative options I asked for were also unavailable. I eventually ordered a regular latte. While waiting, I overheard some of the staff talking loudly about customers just ordering lattes now that other drinks weren’t available, which felt uncomfortable and a bit unprofessional. Unfortunately, the latte itself was extremely bitter and unpleasant — it was basically impossible to drink. It tasted as if the filter or machine hadn’t been properly changed or cleaned, which was very disappointing considering I paid €5 for it.

22/12/2025: Today I had a very disappointing experience at this Starbucks in Cork. I visited with my nephew. He ordered a medium hot chocolate (no cream), and I ordered a grande cold brew with no ice. The total for both drinks came to around €10, which ultimately was a complete waste as neither drink was consumed. From the moment we entered, there were issues. We waited several minutes while three staff members spoke among themselves with a customer who was clearly struggling to communicate, as none of the staff appeared to understand English. The customer became frustrated and left without completing her purchase. When it was our turn, ordering was extremely difficult due to language barriers. I had to repeatedly and slowly explain “no ice,” yet my cold brew still arrived with ice. The cup was also labeled with the wrong name, so we didn’t realize the order was ours at first. When I asked for the ice to be removed, staff poured half the drink down the sink and topped it up with water, which is completely unacceptable. Cold brew should be remade correctly, not diluted. When I requested it be remade, it caused confusion and drew attention from other customers. What happened next was the most concerning part: staff took a pre-made cup of iced coffee from a refrigerator located at floor level, picked it up from near foot height, and poured it into my cup. This coffee appeared uncovered and previously prepared. From a food safety standpoint, this felt extremely unhygienic. At one point, even another customer commented that the water being used looked dirty, to which staff replied that there had already been coffee in the cup—raising serious concerns about reused cups and cross-contamination. I did not feel safe drinking the coffee and threw it away. My nephew also discarded his hot chocolate, as it tasted like sweetened water rather than an actual hot chocolate. Overall, this experience showed a severe lack of professionalism, poor communication, and troubling food handling practices. Unfortunately, I will not be returning.

20/12/2025: Card only is ridiculous The little blond on 20th dec at 11 am is most miserable person ever

03/12/2025: The kids love coming into the shop, had to pop in after a bit of shopping and the workers were so accommodating. Alex was very helpful explaining the doughnuts in detail to me as I had no clue, he was just amazing couldn't have been more helpful really made the trip in worth it. He was an absolute delight to have a chat with. Will definitely go in again.

21/06/2025: Came in for a drink tonight and was met with arrogance from barmaid she was not polite to us but was very friendly to her regulars

04/06/2025: Cozy pub with friendly service and a good beer selection. I only had a drink here.

10/08/2025: The nicest chips by far I've ever had from a chipper.

15/07/2025: Chicken fillet burger was excellent but chips I found were not great

26/09/2025: We've gone to Soba in Blackpool regularly since we moved to the area four years ago, and we've never once had a bad experience. The food is top value for money and always consistent, which makes all the difference in the world to my partner, who is on the spectrum. The atmosphere is relaxed yet elegant and professional. And the staff are just wonderful. Sincere, mindful, on the ball. Our four year old insists on coming with me when we pick up food - or sit in - to say hi to Andy and his fellow staff, to pet the wobbling cat ornament on the counter, and no doubt, because I can't remember the last time he didn't walk out of there with a complimentary lollipop or hand full of candy. Fabulous restaurant in every way.

25/08/2025: Terrible experience. This was my fourth visit to the place and I have to say today was the last one.We went for lunch today and we found the entire staff sitting and eating.The man who took our order was constantly getting up to bring drinks and food and then sitting down to eat again.While he was takin our order he was very impatient. This is very unprofessional.We got the wrong drinks order. Looking at him eating we didn't even bother complaining. I work in the restaurant for more than 20 years and I really understand the restaurant dynamic and that the staff needs to eat but paying customer shouldn't be involved in the process.

31/12/2025: Ordered 3 hours in advance for two 12inch pizzas, got the confirmation the order was ready for collection, arrived at the time agreed and waited over an hour, to then have to ask for a refund as they couldnt find our order. What an absolute joke of a place, no sorry from the staff or anything . Absolute disgrace, ruined our night. Wouldn't step foot in here again it was the last restaurant open in the world, after this carry on .

28/11/2025: Overall nice tasting food and made well and fresh. I recommend the garlic pizza bread. The service was fast but in in most recent visit me plus a number of other customers were left waiting for over 10 mins or more due to the new naming logic in their system which chaged to first name rather than surname. Staff could not figure out what order was for who. The app that 4 star offer was ok to use but the new app is terrible and extremely glitchy. The prices have gone up and some items are far to overpriced but they have some good value meal deals so pricing is very mixed. The chips and wedges can be hit and miss here and on numerous occasions they have given us the wrong orders or have failed to give everything you pay for in both situations at the store and delivery.

06/01/2026: Went there few weeks back food is gone to the dogs burger buns soft and wasn't happy with the over all meal I got . Pity it was always nice there .

02/01/2026: Drumstix is the definition of a perfect retro comfort-food spot. From the second you walk in, the vibes are on point, but the food? On another level entirely. I had the cheese deluxe breast in a bun, and wow—juicy, crispy, loaded with flavour, and perfectly balanced with melty cheese. A proper classic done right. The sides were unreal: jojos that were golden, fluffy on the inside and perfectly seasoned; taco fries packed with bold flavour and seriously addictive; and the garlic & cheese fries were rich, cheesy, and indulgent in the best way possible. Add in the chicken goujons, which were crispy, tender, and cooked to perfection, and it was an absolute feast. Just when I thought it couldn’t get better, the milkshakes arrived. The Biscoff milkshake was next-level—sweet, creamy, and dangerously good. And the banana milkshake? So yummy, smooth, and nostalgic in the best way. To top it all off, the service was amazing—friendly, fast, and genuinely welcoming, which just made the whole experience even better. If you’re into comfort food, big flavours, and a retro vibe done right, Drumstix is a must-visit. I’ll definitely be back. 🍔🍟🥤🔥