The best restaurantsof irish in Cork

14/03/2025: Come here everytime I am over. I travel from England to see family. Really nice food, lovely homely atmosphere. Staff are attentive and kind, always make you feel welcome. Very clean too. I have either lasagne or turkey and ham. Tried a dessert this time, the death by chocolate. Highly recommend.

19/02/2025: Food absolutely fantastic, never fails to disappoint. Service airy fairy. Nearly ten minutes from first main course to the table to the last and it wasn't a bit group. Ordering desert before water was brought to last few at table. Extra sides not brought at all.

24/02/2025: We’ve been to the townhouse a couple of times and decided to head out last Saturday for lunch, we arrived and waited no longer than 5 minutes to be seated, a lovely friendly waitress showed up to table at the back exit next to the back door , we asked if we could close the door and this was no problem as the table was in a draft. Shortly after a man who I’m assuming was either the manager or the owner came along and opened the door and used a watering can to keep it open, we then proceeded to close it as it was freezing, within seconds he ran out saying we had to leave it open as people would be going in and out. We explained we told we could close the door and that was the reason we took the table. He was adamant the door had to stay open , we asked of we could move table and he dismissed us saying I’m sure there’s a table inside and walked off, the whole situation was a simple thing , he wanted the door left open , absolutely no problem, but it was the manner in which we were spoken to and fobbed off that was plainly just rude . We explained to a different waitress we took the table because we were told we could keep the door closed and he’s now telling us we can’t , the poor girl was so embarrassed. There were clearly no tables inside and there was a queue out the door and he fobbed us off saying yer out of luck ladies ye will just have to wait . Which I can assure you wouldn’t have been an issue if we were spoken to respectfully . Needless to say we didn’t stay as he was now talking loudly from behind the desk and the waitress and ourselves were embarrassed at this stage. We won’t be returning or recommending the townhouse unfortunately.

23/02/2025: Lovely coffee, lovely breakfasts. Delicious desserts, very friendly staff and fabulous interiors. Very enjoyable.

27/01/2025: I ordered the crispy chilly beef with noodles and it was one of the best things I’ve ever eaten in my life!

30/12/2024: An excellent treat worth taking a spin to. Excellent food with local ingredients. Specialised menu leaves less room for veg alternatives

09/02/2025: Sat next to a Welsh lad was a great craic !

04/01/2025: There's nothing like a pint outside here on a summer's day, or a lovely pint by the fire in winter time. Lovely pub, great bar staff.

09/03/2025: Enjoyed coffee and scones at a very reasonable price. Great for a lunch too

27/02/2025: Very nice room staff Very helpful excellent stay

16/02/2025: Great pub food. Very tasty and all the dishes came out hot. Staff were all very helpful and attentive. Worth a visit

05/02/2025: had chicken stir fry looked lovely bit tasteless though

21/03/2025: Great food at reasonable prices.

17/03/2025: This place is awesome! I had the burger and it was great. Lovely pint of Guinness and great service! Pub side is great.

26/02/2025: Went here for lunch, and was very disappointed, the beef was reheated and cut wafer thin wasn't cooked fresh, the gravy and vegetables were tasteless. The person with me had beef lasagne..no salad..no chips we had to order them seperate..very disappointing...won't be returning

13/02/2025: Two couple went for Sunday lunch. Really good choice of meat and fish dishes. Chicken with Mushroom sauce, garlic potato and veg was really good. Also have soup and toasted sandwiches available and looked really nice. Good choice of deserts. Crunchie cheesecake was delicious 😋 Reasonably priced and good service. Will definitely return.

04/03/2025: This is place is simply my favourite place to eat fish and chips in Kinsale. The quality of the fish is simply sublime and the portions are huge so you're paying for what they give you. Been to this place 4 times already and the quality is consistent, so I highly recommend it!

22/02/2025: Here on work event. Staff couldn't be any nicer. Will be back again with my family.

04/01/2025: The Speckled Door is an absolute gem! We visited it during our road trip in August because my girlfriend had been there 15 years ago and couldn’t stop talking about the legendary crab claws she had back then. When we arrived, it felt like time had stood still – everything was just as she remembered. The atmosphere is stunning: the cliffs by the sea, the breathtaking landscape – truly unforgettable! The ambiance left a deep impression on me and is something I’ll always cherish. Although the crab claws weren’t on the menu or the daily specials, we asked the incredibly friendly waitress if there was any chance we could still have them. Without hesitation, she checked with the kitchen, and they made them for us. It was my first time trying crab claws, and they were absolutely delicious! The service was outstanding: attentive, friendly, and accommodating. I’m already planning to return in 2025, almost solely because of these crab claws. A huge thank you to The Speckled Door team for making this such a memorable experience!

01/01/2025: Great spot outside Kinsale. Nice views as well. Food is delicious and something everyone. Quick turnaround with your order been brought out.

03/03/2025: great breskfast and service,not stay here but always stop for food if in area,top class food

13/02/2025: I recently had my wedding at The Mills Inn and I cannot praise the place enough. The owners, staff and everyone involved with the planning were exceptional. Our guests raved about the food and how amazing everything tasted. Thank you to the Mills for an exceptional wedding that myself and the guests will never forget.

11/02/2025: Beautiful food but expensive expecially the minerals they are 5euro for a small coke. The staff are very kind ,would recommend highly.

02/01/2025: Beautiful food and a lovely restaurant. Good variety in the menu.

13/03/2025: food was really disappointing especially for that price, save your money and go elsewhere. everything was flavourless and just over salted to cover up the fact. the staff all seemed totally depressed and the atmosphere was miserable. everyone inside felt rushed, and the wine tasted cheap for that cost too. wish i hadn’t wasted my time here

08/03/2025: One of the greatest meals and restaurant experiences I've ever had. Couldn't recommend more.

03/03/2025: We visited Kinsale for only part of a day while on a cruise tour. (what an adorable town!!) I stopped at their outdoor window to order a chai to warm up. Wow! Blown away by the flavor!! The tastiest I've yet to have in my 50 years of life! If I could bring their recipe back to the States.. I gladly would!! Everything is so bland here!! Thank you for the tasty warm drink on our chilly day in Kinsale! 🥰

01/02/2025: I’ve visited OHK a few times and it’s always 10/10. Such a gem that we travelled down from East Cork. I’ll need to return again for the Turkish eggs and the vegan cookie!!

20/03/2025: Quiet and out of the way. A great bar and restaurant on site and easy access into everything in Kinsale

09/03/2025: Super hotel with views of the water from the room. Food in the bar was excellent as was the breakfast each morning. We highly recommend this hotel.