The best restaurants in Cork

11/01/2026: Stopped here for a break and had a lovely time!

30/11/2025: Best bar in Castletownbere. Lively on a Saturday evening. Great service.

20/01/2026: Had a lovely day night in Roastie staff were very friendly, food was delicious with a fine portion size, I had the spicy chicken burger with chips & onion rings, she had chicken ceaser salad, would definitely recommend, will be back again

10/01/2026: So tasty food and cool atmosphere in this spot in Midleton! The service was also gentle and efficient. Surely come back also to give a try to the burgers!

01/12/2025: It's been a few years since my 2 week stay on the peninsula, but i think of it as " my happy time" i hope to return & salute "Midge" my little friend x

05/10/2025: Nice and friendly, and delicious. I recommend it.

16/01/2026: I chose this place to celebrate my husband’s birthday, and from our very first interaction with customer service to the end of the evening, it was an amazing experience. What truly stood out was the exceptional service. We ordered a variety of dishes, and while the main course (the pork chops) was fairly average, everything else was absolutely delicious. I was pleasantly surprised, as I didn’t expect this place to offer such high-quality food. The drinks menu was diverse and unique, with plenty of options to choose from, including wines and other beverages. The live music was another highlight of the night—it really enhanced the atmosphere and made the evening even more enjoyable. Overall, we had a fantastic time, and I would highly recommend this place to anyone who enjoys live music and great food. The photos online truly don’t do it justice.

15/01/2026: We had an absolute blast, very intimate setting, the band read the room perfectly and the service was impeccable. The food is worth a detour. The manager of the restaurant, JAcob, took very good care of his guest !

02/10/2025: Glad we stopped here for breakfast. Service and food very good. Prices reasonable compared to other places.

02/10/2025: Local cafe. Excellent pastries and coffee. Good breakfast selections. Worth going out of your way.

25/01/2026: Very disappointing experience. I was genuinely taken aback by how rude and dismissive the young man behind the bar was. His attitude was openly hostile and unwelcoming, and it was clear his priority was chatting with his friends at the end of the bar rather than serving customers properly. While I was there, a couple of people came in looking for food and left visibly unimpressed by his manner as well, so it certainly wasn’t just my impression. Good customer service costs nothing, yet it was completely absent. If someone dislikes dealing with the public, working behind a bar is probably not the right job. What’s more surprising is that locals told me he’s been there for years, which raises serious questions about management oversight and standards. Ballycotton relies on hospitality, and places like this should be setting a far better example. Unfortunately, based on this experience, I wouldn’t be in a hurry to return.

11/01/2026: You cannot beat a proper Irish bar with live music EVERY WEEK, multiple times at that. They always have a mix, it could be rock, folk, trad, dj, and general mix. They also serve food through the trawler boys. And they cater for afters of weddings or birthdays etc.

17/10/2025: Very friendly little cafe with beautiful and good food, especially not to be missed if you go to COBH, but above all what you should not miss eating at this place is the chocolate cake, frankly a killer, honestly I have never eaten such a delicious chocolate cake. Go there, trust me.

12/10/2025: Sea Salt is a charming little café in Cobh, offering a cozy atmosphere and a menu full of creative dishes. There are both sweet and savory vegan options, each beautifully presented and delicious. The staff are friendly and attentive, making the experience even more enjoyable. A lovely place to relax by the sea — highly recommended!

07/11/2025: Beautiful, real oak fire pizza. Wonderful atmosphere. Nice selection of pizza. Quick service.

18/10/2025: While visiting from NM in the US we stumbled on this great place. The owners are very personable and professional. The pizza was great and it’s just a short walk from the Jameson Distillery.

13/12/2025: Went for a drink. Nice Guinness, good atmosphere, short of space and short of seating

07/12/2025: Outstanding Beamish, a warm friendly service and great grub

16/02/2026: Some places really make the most of their location. The Fish Basket is one of them. Situated on Long Strand, it's the perfect spot to refuel after a bit of exercise on the rugged Atlantic coast. Seats inside are limited, so our large group sat outside. The fish and chips were excellent, and the view while eating was equally impressive. Definitely worth a visit.

16/02/2026: What a treat after a great back/cliff walk. Loved the Fish and Chips. Great decor, atmosphere and lively staff.

16/01/2026: Best pull off Guinness in town. Fish so fresh they were singing “Under the Sea!”

16/01/2026: Cannot beat the atmosphere. Locals and visitors alike. Fish and chips among some of the freshest I’ve had. Also, the pint of Guinness ranks among the top we’ve had in Kinsale.

15/11/2025: Lovely visit for brunch - staff were super friendly, food very tasty and great ambience.

14/11/2025: Food’s great. Staff are great. Coffee is great.

21/10/2025: Popular, convenient local, and fun atmosphere. Belly up and get your pints at the bar, and if you're lucky, you find a seat or a place to stand. It's a gathering place, we did find a table in the back room, tvs with football, and music playing. Worth a stop. During day hours, there is outside seating too, with fabulous views.

23/09/2025: We had a great time getting to know the owner!

02/02/2026: Best fish&chips ever!!!! The fact that its a church is very unique as well and looks beautiful inside with the stained glass

13/01/2026: 12 of us went here Friday for a birthday celebration. food was very good and tasty our waitress was lovely and friendly and accommodating we had an elderly relation with us who can't manage big portions and she got us the children's portion for her . we will definitely return

24/12/2025: A lovely location and great service with a very nice team. Stayed for 2 nights and had 2 rooms on the top floor. Marked down from 5 stars as 1) Top floor carpets and rooms could have been cleaner: lots of hair on carpet which a better hoover would pick up, quite a bit of dust on shelves, and TV was broken (aerial not attached) so couldn't get TV channels. Noise insulation between floors not great, a drunk couple on floor 1 woke us up on one night as they were in the room below. But the beds were comfy, the food in the cafe is good. It's good value for money.

19/12/2025: Great spot in kinsale. Dog friendly too! They have a garden area for those with their dog. The food, drink and service is all perfect 😊