The best restaurants in Maynooth

10/05/2025: The bartender has an excellent choice of words, and with good manners. The ambience is of the old times, pints and laughs in the countryside.

08/03/2025: Been in a few different times, staff are always so polite and helpful. Pastries and coffees are delicious.

29/05/2025: Food is absolutely beautiful,service is excellent,staff are very welcoming,will definitely return

21/05/2025: The food was delicious, but I was disappointed by the attitude of the waiter and his manager. The only person who was genuinely friendly and welcoming was the kind waitress. Additionally, the soft drinks menu was quite limited, and the orange juice I ordered was honestly terrible.

27/05/2025: The best restaurant in Maynooth

25/05/2025: We absolutely love Orient! The food is consistently delicious, and the service is impressively fast. The restaurant itself is beautifully kept, with a welcoming atmosphere that makes every visit enjoyable. The shop also 🍣🍱 I often order both takeaway and delivery, and everything is always prepared perfectly. One rainy day, I reserved a takeaway and was impressed to see how smoothly the staff worked together … one of the team members was actively coordinating with the chefs to get my order ready in time. Thanks to their efficiency, I even managed to catch my bus! Our family truly appreciates all the hard work and dedication from the team at Orient. Thank you for always delivering great food and service! 👏🏻🫶🏼

24/05/2025: Great food and the staff were so kind and attentive at all times I was served by a lovely spanish girl who was so helpful. Would definitely recommend

23/05/2025: First time getting take out here and really impressed. Beef and chicken burgers very tasty. Cheese and bacon chips delicious.

06/06/2025: We had an amazing experience! Food was very good. The chicken cashew was the best choice! I know, not something you'd expect at the best pub in Kildare, I was surprised as well. But, nevertheless, it's very good. The staff was very friendly, even for Irish standards. Glad I stopped here for a few hours.

24/05/2025: Lovely spot ,staff friendly and very helpful, lovely atmosphere, food we got was lovely and well presented, pity it's mostly Chinese style

25/05/2025: We enjoyed a lovely afternoon with lovely food and nice ambience... Amadeo looked after our large party of guests from booking through to excellent service on the day!!!

24/05/2025: As a frequent customer at Sasta for years, i was pleasantly surprised to see that they added ramen to their menu. With other Irish restaurants in Dublin that “attempt” to make ramen, I was skeptical at first but I was not disappointed. The broth is so deep and authentic. The ramen noodles could be better but my focus was on the broth and the char siu pork. I couldn’t believe what I was eating and where I was. If i told friends and family that I had one of the best ramens ever at a restaurant/cafe in Maynooth they’d think i was mad. Thank you the Sasta team for introducing ramen into their menu and for doing it the right way

01/05/2025: If you’re anywhere near Maynooth and haven’t been to The Avenue, you’re seriously missing out. This restaurant delivers every single time, but what truly sets it apart—besides the unbelievable food—is the incredible service and warm atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. Let’s start with the chicken wings! Perfectly crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and tossed in a sauce that strikes the perfect balance! They’re a must-try and reason enough alone to keep coming back. But what elevates The Avenue from great to unforgettable is the staff. Jarlath and Tiernan, in particular, are absolute gems. They know my drink order without me saying a word and always serve it with a smile. Their attention to detail, professionalism, and genuine friendliness create a level of personal service you rarely see these days. They go out of their way to make every visit special—from remembering the little things to checking in at just the right moments. It’s that kind of thoughtful, seamless hospitality that keeps customers loyal. The vibe at The Avenue is relaxed yet lively, making it perfect for everything from casual dinners with friends to celebrations or a quick bite after work. The décor is modern and inviting, and there’s always a great buzz around the place. In short: amazing food, top-tier service, and a team who really care about what they do. Whether you’re local or just passing through Maynooth, make sure The Avenue is on your list. You won’t regret it.

20/04/2025: Went with a group of 16 for a family dinner. Fantastic food, excellent portion sizes, good value for money. Everyone thought the food was fab. We will definitely be back.

16/05/2025: The pizzas are quite big.. but size is not everything they say😅 I found it overpriced and quite filthy all around. The toilets are in bits. The pizza wasn't even that good... It was my first time, I hope it was a one off experience

13/05/2025: A real little Italian gem in the middle of Ireland... the food is more than excellent, truly commendable... the space and terrace are quite cramped but the food is truly top notch...see you again

31/05/2025: Not only was I astonished by his amazing speed and attention to detail but his kindness, charity and commitment to getting us as table inside when we were freezing cold, on the verge of death, keelan we are indebted to you.

31/05/2025: Keelan the top man! Helped us get a table when we were shivering with the cold outside. Greatly appreciated, will be back 👏🏼👏🏼

24/05/2025: I arrived flustered just before closing time, but Nathan and Ciara were so friendly and helpful! The food was excellent and I’m sad I’m only passing through otherwise this place would be a regular!

17/05/2025: The food was very good but when I was ordering my food I told the manager what my order was and she rolled her eyes at me, I've had problems before with her as she's just generally quite rude and doesn't make the experience very nice but this was just bizarre.

09/05/2025: Me and a few lads went into McMahons for some breakfast and Ian sorted us out. He was a great chap, really funny, looked after us well and did a crazy trick with my lucozade glass when he was serving it. Absolutely unreal, definitely be back 💪💪

04/05/2025: Had a surprise 30th Birthday for my Husband in McMahons and I couldn’t recommend here enough! The staff were so helpful from beginning to end, they helped to decorate the area and made the whole process so easy! The food platters were absolutely to die for as well and everyone complemented the food and atmosphere. Great live music on also. If you are celebrating any occasion I definitely recommend McMahons! Thanks again.

25/05/2025: There is such a traffic jam. Don't even think to go there

25/05/2025: This a Celtic Tiger Hotel which is as you’d expect massive in size. University exams ongoing during stay which left parking impossible. The rooms are clean and modern but incredibly warm even with windows open and fan blowing. The food was decent however despite staff being friendly our waiter was not at the races having to repeatedly ask for glasses, cutlery and even plates for main. First class breakfast which will see you up for the day so full marks there. The gym/pool is a great addition albeit a little dated.

24/05/2025: Great atmosphere, great service, and a great place to socialise.

05/05/2025: This is a great place to visit. The staff, location, service and food are hands down in their own league. Perfect day or night to watch the match and relax in a comfortable environment!

20/05/2025: Ate on a Wednesday night with group of 10 golfing friends. Some of the best Thai food I’ve tasted, large group served together, food piping hot good selection of food and drinks, large portions at reasonable price

02/05/2025: My wife and I had lovely food again this evening. Highly recommended.

26/05/2025: Lovely staff and food was great (good price)

26/05/2025: Lovely people, ate here many times before.