The best restaurants in Laois
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7,6
387 Reviews |
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Chequers
Portlaoise
05/01/2026: I always appreciated this place because the food used to be very good and the quality of the extras was excellent, but for about a year now I feel that things have started to go downhill. Two months ago I ordered a kebab and it was weak — I thought it was just a one‑off mistake. I gave it a second chance, but unfortunately I received something even worse. The meat was dry and full of gristle, and the sauces have become bland. Unfortunately, I’ve lost trust and I won’t be coming back.
P.S. The pizza is slightly better, but still not the same as it used to be.
07/12/2025: Top class quality food and service , lasagne was best I've had anywhere and great portion sizes you won't leave hungry
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7,5
231 Reviews |
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The Make & Mark
Portlaoise
27/10/2025: 2 of us arrived and even though they were mad busy. The lovely staff fit us in for some food and gave us a gorgeous roast beef dinner. I'd highly recommend here for food for anyone passing or in the area.
26/10/2025: Friendly helpful staff and the food is very good, well worth a visit, good value too 👍🏻
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7,5
94 Reviews |
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SuperValu Parkside
Portlaoise
19/11/2025: My favorite place to shop in portlaoise, plenty parking, ideal location, lovely as staff and good variety of products.
14/10/2025: Conveniently positioned on the outskirts of portlaoise, underground and street parking.
Self service tills available.
This Supervalu stocks all products including some homeware products also.
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7,5
112 Reviews |
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Rockys takeaway
Ballylinan
30/07/2025: We just moved to Ballylynan and ordered from Rockys for the first time. Absolutely blown away by the quality of their pizza. Genuine wood fired with incredible flavour. Turn around speed was impressive.
18/04/2025: Rocky’s garlic cheese chips would be what I’d ask for my last meal. 10/10 always.
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7,5
587 Reviews |
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The Castle Arms Hotel
Durrow
15/11/2025: Attended a lovely celebration in very nice spacious function; food excellent, service & staff friendly, helpful & efficent- gave us a lovely welcome. Definitely return,
12/09/2025: To be honest , a little disorganised, food on a average par, service good , clean no tables sticky and cutlery not washed well.
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7,5
74 Reviews |
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The Wandering Elk
Portlaoise
14/11/2025: Incredible food and genuinely great customer service. Honestly the best toasted BBQ pulled pork I’ve ever had, absolutely delicious. Highly recommend!
26/10/2025: Tasty sandwiches, nice staff, hard to fault!
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7,5
134 Reviews |
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Nora's Cake Shop
Mountmellick
26/07/2025: Nice little cafe / cake shop. We had a nice breakfast served with plenty of tea and a very delicious homemade brown bread. The service was very promt and friendly and we will be back again. Their fruit gur/ chester cake is to die for.
15/07/2025: Excellent cafe with friendly staff. They were very accommodating for my young children and the food was wonderful - I can recommend the club sandwich!
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7,5
366 Reviews |
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Chocolate Brown Portlaoise
Portlaoise
10/09/2025: The females ignoring me in this café too like on the rest of the town 💔
06/09/2025: Very nice place and clean coffee shop. Good coffe
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7,4
36 Reviews |
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Midway Food Court
18/11/2025: We stop here for a pit stop and chopstick was delicious but does have subway Burger King and something for everyone delicious food and staff were so friendly
11/11/2025: Great place to stop on your journey. I always stop there on my Cork-Dublin or Dublin-Cork journey. Good selection of food and toilets are always very clean and pleasant.
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7,4
53 Reviews |
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Turley's Bar
Mountmellick
18/04/2025: Great pub for small groups in the bar and large groups in other area. Had 50th party there, was great night
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7,4
39 Reviews |
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Burbages
Portarlington
14/12/2025: :-) A lovely, always charged and friendly atmosphere.
Super attentive staff.
19/11/2025: Old authentic Irish Pub, no frills or fancy stuff, just character & crack.
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7,4
671 Reviews |
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Supermac's & Papa John's
Ballacolla
01/12/2025: Want to thank the staff for accommodating my late order....just about to switch off the lights and I rolled in...soz guys if I delayed you's getting home....thanks again...Signed Happy Trucker
16/11/2025: Never seen staff look so miserable !!! They smile at each other while their working and literally the smile falls off their face to serve !!!!
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7,4
32 Reviews |
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Fuel Coffee
Portlaoise
03/12/2025: Lovely place very cosy and great coffee
05/11/2025: Compete hidden gem, great atmosphere and best coffee around!
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7,4
155 Reviews |
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Mariana’s Diner
Mountrath
29/12/2025: Great food. Fast service. Plenty of choice. Loads of parking
08/11/2025: What a selection of fabulous food, able to order on route to avoid waiting
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7,4
122 Reviews |
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Roll 'n Bowl
Portlaoise
12/12/2025: needs a dance game like stepmaniax or dance dance revolution
19/11/2025: Back again!! I was here ages ago and thought it was great and couldn't get much better, but I was wrong. Loads more upgrades, new little cafe area for a cuppa and cake while you watch the kids in the soft play and take a min to yourself. We had a great time again, my 84 yr old father came for the drive with us and he sat watching us on the TV when we played the lazer tag he was amazed!! We were so well looked after love roller skating with the kids its so much fun, kids also played indoor soccer to end off a very busy day, we were there for hours. Also for anyone that thinks them arcade games never pay out ... well my 8 year old is living proof, he hit the €150 prize, the manager/owner came out personally to hand over the cash. He was a great sport and so good with my son. Keep up the good work all the staff are a credit to the place. See you all again soon.