The best restaurants in Midleton

05/05/2026: Had lunch here today and it was excellent, highly recommend the beef sandwich. The service was also very friendly and efficient.

19/04/2026: Very friendly, bubbly atmosphere. Uncomplicated and welcoming. Had the salmon special - rich combination of flavours. And thank youto the kitchen staff for the "Happy Anniversary" message you wrote in chocolate icing around the delicious pear and almond tart!!! Lovely touch!

17/03/2026: Beautiful Hotel lovely friendly staff

17/03/2026: I ate at the Bistro in the Talbot hotel recently, food was delicious one of the best meals I’ve had in recent times. Staff were friendly and attentive. Lovely relaxing atmosphere and enjoyable evening

08/04/2026: This is a great place for good food, friendly service and a casual atmosphere. I met a few friends for lunch here the other day - I arrived after they had already ordered as it was a last minute gathering. The waiter was so kind and welcoming - recommended the steak sandwich and they had my food ready in time to come out with the others. Everybody at our table loved their food - I had the steak sandwich, which was amazing. One of our friends had the steak burger - which was an absolute beast! Bigger than her, I'd say - but very instagrammable! She ate the whole thing so it must have been really good!

23/03/2026: Delicious food, big portions, very friendly staff. So much I wanted to order

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.

02/11/2025: I really enjoyed my meal here, the food was fantastic and the staff were incredible. The atmosphere was wonderful and the hand-painted art on the walls of the restaurant as well as on the stairs when going up were beautiful, the place seems like a real labour of love and it’s obvious every member of staff take huge pride in this restaurant. There are a large variety of options on the menu and the portions were huge! We were seated by the window and had a great view of the town, and the staff were very welcoming and friendly and made every effort to ensure we were all happy and didn’t need anything. One man in particular made an effort to chat with my family and even brought a complimentary dessert to celebrate my father’s birthday which was really kind, I wish we got his name because he was a very generous host. The lamb kofta was absolutely gorgeous and I will definitely be back to try more options on the menu as they all looked delicious and it was a struggle to pick just one. The menu also included vegetarian and vegan options so it’s suitable for pretty much anyone, as well as a play area for young kids which is very thoughtful. Thanks so much to all the staff for making a wonderful evening for my family, I have absolutely no complaints and will definitely be a returning customer!

24/10/2025: Had a really fabulous night at Salinas, Orla was amazing and was so helpful and accommodating! Couldn’t recommend enough !!

12/10/2025: So friendly and welcoming also they use rostellian milk so good couldn’t recommend enough!!

30/09/2025: Lovely selection of pastries and breads. Seeded sourdough is really good.

04/08/2025: Will definitely be back for the Turkey & Ham, so delicious 🤤 The breakfast (all day?!?) was really lovely and €14 is a relatively okay price for the size and included tea. The waiters were really friendly and the outdoor seating is gorgeous

03/08/2025: Very tasty good and friendly staff

01/05/2026: The food is great. But there's no beer 😭

09/04/2026: Mini breakfast, 13.95 plus freshly squeezed orange juice. Added a second coffee so bill was 20.80. Can't fault anything

26/03/2026: I had steak sandwich today beautiful .travelled from cork will definitely be back .best I had any where in a long time .

25/01/2026: A great place, the prices are very good and the food is great too. The waitresses are very attentive and friendly, checking if everything was alright or if we needed anything. We had a very good breakfast; the portions are quite large, and some options even include coffee and tea, also in generous amounts. We will definitely return. A great place, the prices are very good and the food is great too. The waitresses are very attentive and friendly, checking if everything was alright or if we needed anything. We had a very good breakfast; the portions are quite large, and some options even include coffee and tea, also in generous amounts. We will definitely come back.

04/05/2026: Amazing spot with amazing staff, cocktails are savage altogether and the stout is mighty

07/04/2026: Brought a group here for Cocktails, great reports

01/11/2025: Firstly, a huge thank you to Brendan. My return from last year for 3 wonderful nights and plan to return next year. Supremely clean and comfortable rooms. A cozy traditional pub lies below rooms. A few minute walk into Midelton town centre. A 3 minute walk to train station which will have you into Cork City Centre in 22 minutes. Thanks to a terrific staff and the friendly locals who frequent this gem of a pub.

22/04/2026: I got, I ordered a fish supper very nice and a generous size chunky and fresh plenty for two people

07/04/2026: Fantastic fish and chips - good salt and vinegar use. Onion rings were the star of the show. Small dine-in area.

02/10/2025: The owner is an absolute gent, every time you go it he always has a smile and is up for a chat. I've tried here many times now and I have yet to find one of their bakes that isn't good. Well worth a visit

08/08/2025: We ordered our wedding cake from messy buns and 100 cupcakes the guests loved all of it and it all looked and tasted amazing 😍 thank you messy buns.

25/10/2025: Best coffee in midleton and a fantastic collection off sweet treats nice friendly staff.

02/08/2025: This was the perfect pub for me I was travelling alone I'd just ordered a drink and the staff and customers around made me feel like a regular I honestly can't wait to go back , if your in the area it's a place you need to visit