The best restaurants in Kerry

14/01/2026: Kate Browne’s is exactly the kind of place you hope to find in rural Ireland: warm, confident, and quietly excellent. From the moment you walk in, it feels like a proper Irish pub should — cosy interiors, friendly staff, and that reassuring sense that food is taken seriously here. We came for a relaxed meal and left genuinely impressed. The menu balances traditional Irish comfort food with more modern, refined dishes, and everything we tried was well cooked, beautifully presented, and clearly made with quality local ingredients. Portions are generous without being heavy, and there’s something for everyone — meat lovers, seafood fans, and vegetarians alike. The atmosphere deserves a special mention. It’s lively without being loud, welcoming without being touristy. You’ll see locals chatting at the bar, families enjoying a meal, and visitors who clearly did their research. It feels authentic — not staged. ⭐ Helpful tips for visitors • Book in advance — this is essential. Kate Browne’s is very popular with both locals and tourists, especially at weekends and during holiday periods. Walk-ins are risky. • Great stop if you’re nearby. Perfect if you’re visiting Tralee, Ardfert village, or heading to/from Banna Beach. • Come hungry. Portions are generous, and desserts are worth saving space for. • Family-friendly but grown-up enough. Suitable for children, yet still a lovely spot for couples or friends. • Relax and take your time. This isn’t fast food — it’s a place to sit, talk, and enjoy the experience. In short: Kate Browne’s isn’t just a meal stop — it’s a destination. If you want genuine Irish hospitality, excellent food, and a cosy atmosphere, put it on your list — just don’t forget to book ahead.

28/12/2025: A roast dinner for the ages. You'd think you would be sick of eating turkey and ham on the 28th December, but not here. God bless Kate Browne 5 stars.

14/01/2026: Got the seafood tower with my husband, everything was very fresh and nicely presented. Atmosphere and service was fantastic, also got a great wine recommendation from one of the waitresses. Will definitely come back again!

01/01/2026: Food is spectacular, service is spectacular!

10/01/2026: A VERY lively pub,magic atmosphere. Fab well prepared food,and of course a great pint of the black stuff. Wine not so great. Very warm friendly staff. Highly recommend a visit.

13/12/2025: Great atmosphere and amazing steak sandwich. Must stop

27/10/2025: We had a delicious meal at Lord Baker's! The proprietor was there and was so attentive along with the rest of his staff. We had an appetizer of Stuffed Mushrooms that we ended up ordering a second order of because they were so delicious. All of our food was well prepared, and they even put a little surprise on my dad's dessert for his birthday! We all tried each other's dishes and no one was disappointed!

19/09/2025: Delicious salmon dinner! The cheesecake was amazing! The staff were lovely!

21/10/2025: Visited on a quiet day in October. Lovely place to relax and have lunch. Huge selection of wonderful cakes. Location stunning

12/10/2025: Staff were very attentive Food was excellent Coffee was perfect 👌

20/10/2025: Magnificent location with an incredible view! Excellent cuisine (I loved the chowder, a creamy fish soup; I'll remember it for a long time!). The welcome and service are also perfect!!!

11/10/2025: We happened upon this place while touring around the Ring of Kerry. It was a slow Saturday at the end of their season so there weren't many customers at the time we arrived. We were able to sit by their large windows with an amazing view. We ordered the Seafood Chowder and Crab Bites for our meal with the Apple Crumb for dessert. All the food was excellent and our server was quite friendly. Will definitely try to come back one day.

09/01/2026: Spent Christmas Eve here - wow. place just keeps going, room after room. Nice staff but crushed serving the masses when everyone else was closed

08/01/2026: Brilliant all round! Rosemary and parsnip soup and the warm winter salad were just outstanding.

28/12/2025: Gorge cafe, staff were lovely and the chocolate chip cookie was absolutely divine, must get!

21/11/2025: Perfect stop with an incredible view.

14/01/2026: I’ve been coming here more and more lately with my girlfriend, and we always enjoy it. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, food is always top, and the service is great every time. Definitely our favourite place to go

07/01/2026: Staff were very friendly and welcoming. Quick service, and the food was delicious and very affordable. Highly recommend and would go again:)

23/10/2025: €16 for a 9” pizza Charging different prices at the till to which is advertised on the overhead menu. Definitely not recommend

22/10/2025: €18.60 for a 7 inch pizza and a drink enough said a big board when you come in with different prices as to what they charge ridiculous

31/10/2025: We made a reservation as getting a dinner place in town can be difficult, and the fillet steak and lamb shank were both very good, as was the service we received from the time we walked into the restaurant. If you’re looking for quality meat dishes and a less busy atmosphere I can definitely recommend this restaurant.

21/10/2025: Went to Kerry for a few days called into Murphy Brownes and it was top class lovely food and staff

14/01/2026: Fantastic pizza and delicious pastries! Stopped by today to quickly pick up pizza for dinner, the place was empty, so we got our order in 10 mins. Ladies were very sweet and helpful. Would absolutely revisit again! The store also looked lovely :)

07/01/2026: Truly first rate food. Warm, friendly and inviting.

27/11/2025: Superb! The staff were incredibly welcoming. Although we were at a very high-standard golf course, it still felt wonderfully simple and warm. We felt pampered and very quickly at home. The course is enchanting; every tee shot on every hole is a new story. The views are incredible. I simply loved it! The pro shop is fantastic. Of course, the price might be a deterrent, but the experience and the enjoyment are absolute!

28/10/2025: We had a coach stop here for morning coffee ☕ while on our tour of The Ring Of Kerry. A nice large club house with helpful staff.

07/11/2025: Very good service. I was there with my college mates and the they served and looked after us in a very well. Their food is 10/10. Very good atmosphere also. I highly recommend this place.

29/10/2025: Very nice restaurant and bar. Food is good and service is fast and friendly. Tried their vegitable soup and a Seaford chowde which were very good..

01/12/2025: September 2025 Coziest pub in Ireland that we stumbled upon on our bike tour. The owner was amazing and let us pitch our tent in a field nearby for the night. Can also recommend the café in the same building.

30/10/2025: Great pub, atmosphere good, prices good