The best restaurantsof irish

19/08/2026: The food was absolutely amazing. The best food ive had out in a long time. Expensive but well worth it.

29/07/2026: Very dissapointing food and cocktails. The service and ambience werr good, however in no way did they make up for the food. Dishes were poorly designed. The dishes were uninspiring with mediocre additions.

21/08/2026: Disgusting experience, has been good for years no idea what happened . Got ice cream a few months ago and i’m not the type to complain or make a scene but this is the final straw with this place after finding multiple hairs in food… outright disgusting. It’s in the cookie from the icecream, small black hair if you look closely. I did not want to cause a scene, or complain but after some while I built up courage and quietly asked for a new one, I got a new one and just as I sat down to eat it I look closely again and I wish I was making this up, a hair again, in the same spot, in the cookie again. I believe that hair just got in the plastic container they keep the cookies in or whatever container and they just covered them in hairs. So disgusting, first time I could deal with it, but the second time I just felt nauseous, in the bin there and then. That was my first trouble with this place… I believed it was just desserts so I told myself I would stay away. Just to add - after we ordered those ice creams my partner went up to get a burger for takeaway, one of the workers speaks in a foreign language to another workers saying essentially “Just scranning over there” regarding us.. but just imagine a worse adjective than scranning but I cannot translate accurately into english. My partner understood and heard, she clearly didn’t expect that and when he stared at her after she said that nasty comment she quickly looked away in embarrassment. Very lucky we didn’t say much that day but it was a horrible experience to say the least. A family member ordered me a burger takeaway from there again maybe 2 months later as I opened it took max 2 bites, sitting in between the meat and bun I found another hair, long and brown/black. Look you might not believe me as obviously the picture is from home but believe me I didn’t want to either, not only my hair is blonde, my hair also wouldn’t get submerged like that into the burger if it was possibly mine…. I pulled it out, took the picture, and I am now leaving this review. Shocking god knows what happened to this place never coming back traumatised me enough. Third time is not the charm.

17/08/2026: Honestly, you can't help some companies. Chicken deep fried like it was revenge! Milkshake is just milk... Not sure why they don't just say chocolate milk, would not be disappointed with chocolate milk, but you called it a milkshake?!?! Chips 3/5! Like how do you make OKAY fries? Who the hell got up one day and said: "I want to be mediocre!" Well, whoever it was, well done you are a great success!!!!

17/08/2026: It was towards the end of service and the food wasn't piping hot.

13/08/2026: Terrible place, under staffed, waiting 10 minutes at bar with no one to serve a drink, manager/owner was rude and obnoxious, avoid this dump!

05/09/2026: Basic overpriced food. Very loud environment. Nice staff

26/08/2026: Had dinner and drinks there Friday and Saturday nights great place food was excellant .

10/06/2026: Typical Irish pub atmosphere, very welcoming service, good traditional and homemade food. We recommend it!!

08/06/2026: Have been here many times, but not since the new people took it over. Decided to call in. On entering nothing has changed. So got the same, usual welcoming feeling. A great atmosphere. In the past have seen people watching sports on TV, didn't notice this time, which in one way was a bit easier to talk. Big premises. Very deceiving from the road, much bigger inside. Anyway the food is beautiful still the same great choices. Staff very efficient. Parking on the road. We still haven't managed to stay here yet so will have to sometime in the future, so look forward to that. Good value. Call in you won't be disappointed.

29/07/2026: Have been a customer for many many years . So disappointed the quality has droppped significantly of late .

23/07/2026: Superb food, friendly and helpful staff and a great setting next to the river area. Table was a little sticky but overall, loved it.

10/08/2026: Old world lounge with modern menu and great service. Lovely pint of Guinness. Easy parking.

16/05/2026: Fantastic food. Huge portions. Lovely afternoon celebrating my dads 80th birthday.

24/07/2026: Helen gave us the most wonderful experience! I highly recommend taking part in the pottery workshop!!

24/07/2026: Shop and restaurant. Recommended for a shopping break or a snack.

25/12/2025: One of the best pubs in Ireland. Cozy atmosphere and great pints. Never a let down from Kieran. If your in between the two spots in Kinnitty this is definetly the more comfortable option

13/09/2026: We visited the River View Bistro restaurant for lunch today—a very lovely, cozy spot in Athlone. They served delicious food at very reasonable prices, and the waitstaff were polite and friendly. The restaurant is situated in a beautiful location, opposite the old castle and right next to one of the oldest pubs. We will definitely be back for dinner soon!

11/09/2026: River View Bistro is a centrally located Italian restaurant just steps from the river and the castle. The atmosphere is pleasant and conversant. The service was quick and attentive. We ordered focaccia, seafood bisque, and stew, all of which were delicious. The bread and butter was delightful. It's a shame it's not closer to home 🥲.

10/05/2026: We had a beautiful breakfast pancakes with crispy bacon and maple syrup and a large pot of tea ☕.

16/04/2026: Brilliant place to go for food anytime 😊 music for me was fantastic 👌

09/08/2026: Had food here with friends last night, food was delicious and huge portions! The let down was a comment made by a staff member towards one of our party. A word of foul language was used and ‘you’re not half picky are you’. Very unprofessional

22/07/2026: Fantastic bar, great menuwings are amazing , lovely pints, friendly and helpful staff too. Highly recommended

13/08/2026: The food was delicious and the service was fantastic, my son who is autistic was able to enjoy a calm table and enjoy his meal. Definitely family friendly

09/08/2026: Had dinner was enjoyable, lovely, friendly staff reasonably priced will call again, music Sunday evening, closed on Monday's.

12/09/2026: I went to Ruby’s yesterday and, unfortunately, it was a real disappointment. The service was good as always, but the food was simply unacceptable. I had recommended the restaurant to someone I know because I had spoken so highly of it, and I honestly felt embarrassed afterwards. The piece of meat we were served was an oddly shaped lump, full of tough gristle and extremely difficult to eat. It was simply very disappointing, especially considering the reputation of the restaurant. I really expected much better.

09/09/2026: Nice place good food not expensive,