The best restaurants in Kinsale

27/10/2024: Only word for this place is exceptional. The setting, food, staff. And…. the value for money 👌🏻👌🏻 It’s unusual to come away from a restaurant in Ireland these days genuinely feeling you had a great experience, without having to spend a fortune. But the Black Pig has nailed this. Can’t wait till I’m in Kinsale again. Thanks for taking care of us!

20/10/2024: Dropped in late (9.30pm) for a few glasses of wine and a plate of oysters. A great selection of wines and we weren't disappointed by our choices. Had a dozen oysters that were fresh and delicious.

20/09/2024: Nice little place where we had a very relaxed and delicious breakfest. Very friendly staff, fair prices and cosy atmosphere. Will be back. Thx

30/08/2024: I dont know what was better, the food, the coffee or the lovely employees here. It was a wonderful way to start the day! A must visit!

19/10/2024: If you're visiting Kinsale then stopping for a coffee at The Collector is an absolute must. Such a friendly owner and we had a great chat with a local regular too. Also the vegan banana cake is excellent; 100% no missing out.

18/10/2024: Absolutely amazing Coffee, Honey and Oats flavour 10 out of 10

02/10/2024: Very good dinner tonight. They seemed to be a bit short staffed but we had a nice time.

02/10/2024: In the top 5 burgers I have had. The bartender was top notch. Make a reservation.

30/09/2024: Absolutely crappie worst place I being in year's. Do not go there staff not very nice 😒 I can't believe they serviced cold mains no one asked how it was when we complained they didn't what to know o.g

25/09/2024: Delightful food and service excellent

30/10/2024: Amazing! Very good fish, fresh, and fried to order. Very good value for money. I recommend 100%!

23/10/2024: Best fish and chips we have eaten without doubt. Definitely value for money at €12 for a portion. The wait for our food wasn’t v long either.

30/10/2024: Highly recommend a visit to Finn's Farmcut.....excellent food, extensive wine list, very friendly and attentive staff....will definitely go back

17/10/2024: Very happy we choose this restaurant for one of our two night stay in Kinsale. Perfectly prepared, hot, and well presented plates. All locally sourced meats, seafood, and accompaniments. Service great as well. Good wine selections. Bit of trouble getting our check for the place was packed by the time we were ready to leave.

04/11/2024: Large kibbling and chips only €12 and 10/10! Best fresh fish in kinsale! Highly recommend trying this place!

30/10/2024: Amazing! Very good fish, fresh, and fried to order. Very good value for money. I recommend 100%!

17/10/2024: Had the sea trout thee one Friday afternoon delicious 😋 at 16 euros couldn't fault it

11/09/2024: The hotel staff goes above and beyond, for real. They were incredibly helpful. We were amazed by their hospitality. Wow! The room was huge, well equipped and the premises are beautiful.

11/11/2024: Great staff, great food , great times. All in the one place.

10/11/2024: We had an excellent experience at The Spaniards Inn! Arriving around 5 pm, we found the place quiet, which made for a cozy and relaxed atmosphere. The waitress was friendly, attentive, and made sure we were taken care of with quick and efficient service. The food was delicious, with everything served fresh and exactly as we’d hoped. Perfect spot for a peaceful early evening meal—highly recommended!

14/10/2024: Must go place when in southern part of Ireland.

12/10/2024: Great time. Delicious meal, smiling and pleasant staff. I recommend. Traditional cuisine using local products

31/10/2024: Excellent food and service. Will definitely return.

26/10/2024: Small menu but great food. Recommend the Guinness stew. Live music every night after 0830. Gorgeous pint of Guinness and delish Irish coffee to finish. Main meals around €20. Great atmosphere

23/09/2024: Lovely atmosphere and fantastic staff. We did the tasting menu and wine pairing and cannot say enough good things about this establishment. Thank you so much for having us!

21/09/2024: Bastion is well worth your time; even if it’s only for a drink and a snack at the bar. We stopped in without a reservation and were able to spend some time at the bar. It was a welcome change from a noisy pub and the bar snacks were next level. The staff were incredibly welcoming, friendly, and extremely accommodating. You could tell they take great care in making guests feel welcome; even folks like us who popped in off the street after seeing the Michelin sign on the door. I can’t speak to the dinner menu, but from what we saw being served it looked beautiful and unique. The snacks at the bar were very good; go for the Iberian ham and olives, I’d also consider grabbing the cheese and crackers as well. We were in Kinsale on a whim and didn’t have time to make reservations, but if we are ever back in the area we’d absolutely be making dinner reservations.

24/10/2024: First Breakfast in Ireland and we had a great time! The waitresses are adorable and our dog Tilki was very well received! He loved the bacon! Thank you for everything, it was wonderfully good 💚☘️

19/10/2024: The food was really good and fairly priced. I had the Brie sandwich and it was delicious

10/10/2024: Can be great food, but maybe a bit inconsistent We actually came here twice. The first was for lunch after a great walking tour of town and had seafood chowder and fries. The chowder was loaded with seafood and the fries were crispy and excellent. Because we liked it so much, we came back for dinner a couple nights later. I had the fish and chips which were good and my wife had a burger. Neither was outstanding, and the fries we had this time were not very crispy as before. Service was fine both times and the atmosphere good. I give it 4 stars based on both visits.

25/09/2024: Cracking food. Very fair price. Excellent hospitality.