The best restaurants in Cork

22/12/2023: One of the best meals I have had in a long time. The food was beautifully prepared and served promptly. It was delicious and a very full portion. The staff were friendly and attentive without being overbearing. There was a good atmosphere. The music was a little old, but each song was a classic. Highly recommended and worth a try. Thanks for a great meal.

27/10/2023: Aroi has been a delightful surprise in the quaint town of Carrigaline. Despite my initial reservations in a smaller locale, this establishment exceeded all expectations with its exceptional menu offerings. Our recent visit saw us savoring the Hong Kong Chicken and Teriyaki Duck Donburi, both of which left an indelible impression. The Hong Kong chicken, reminiscent of Panda Express's Orange Chicken in the United States, was a flavor-packed delight. The Teriyaki Duck Donburi, equally commendable, exhibited an exquisite fusion of flavors and a generous selection of vegetables. Aroi's cocktail selection is a testament to their dedication to culinary excellence. The Espresso Martini, in particular, was a standout. Before our main course, we indulged in the Thai calamari starter, which truly transported our taste buds. The use of chili icons on the menu to indicate the spiciness level of each dish is a testament to the restaurant's authenticity and thoughtfulness, making it easy for patrons to select dishes tailored to their preferences. This level of attention to detail is much appreciated, and it genuinely reflects the authentic Asian culinary experience. Moreover, the staff at Aroi is not only attentive but also a pleasure to interact with. I highly recommend Aroi to anyone seeking a truly authentic and exceptional dining experience in Carrigaline. It's a gem in this small town and a testament to the culinary prowess of the team behind it.

27/04/2024: Really good and authentic traditional Indian cuisine. Served by lovely and attentive people. Had the Farahi and it was delicious

28/08/2025: Very nice place, when you enter it seems like you've taken a step back in time, very friendly staff

27/07/2025: An excellent Pub and B&B. The atmosphere is always great with the weekend music and craic. The owners, Mary and Ger Galvin are always welcoming and warm.

20/01/2025: Great place for a wholesum food, staff , service and food cudnt find a fault, excellent selction of Pints, great options of food, and staff very accommodative …. The bestbplace in bantry … will def b bk

21/11/2024: Never coming here again. Ordered coffee and plain croissant and was told it would cost 7.80 euros! Croissant didn't even look fresh so I just had the coffee. When I mentioned it was expensive I was told it's because of the VAT. I've never paid that amount anywhere else in Midleton. Avoid at all costs!!!!

17/11/2024: Crazy expensive for very bland food.

18/09/2026: Particularly atmospheric place to have coffee Delicious pastries! Top service, they work very hard

22/08/2026: Helpful lovely friendly staff, coffee could have been better but more than made up for with friendly service and plenty of space to eat.

24/08/2026: I ordered prawn black bean and chips last night and when I got the food it was under cooked, as seen in the photo below. I would not recommend this place.

29/05/2026: Overpriced spice bag and it’s tiny

15/07/2025: This bar has disimproved over the last few years. Still much better than Hacketts (full of poseurs) opposite and has a reasonable selection of drinks. Needs a loving hand to bring it back to what it was.