The best restaurants in Longford

27/11/2024: I was on a trip to Longford, Ireland with my girlfriend and the Market Bar holds a very special spot for me in my life. We stopped in to possibly grab a drink, but the bar area was full. So we popped around to the restaurant side and I asked the woman bartender/server if we could sit and order two drinks. She obliged, but I felt like she was annoyed by my questioning... When we sat down, we decided that we wanted to get chips as well. The other woman server gave us some cutlery and also seemed like she had a long day and was annoyed overall by our presence. There was another patron sitting near us and she checked on him multiple times, with no attempt to even acknowledge us. She even came to take one of our stools at our table with no regard for us. The service that was provided was very cold throughout... though the chips and Guinness were delicious. It was a shame that we were made to feel like a nuisance. There was a gentleman that brought our food out, and he was much more warm and inviting, he even smiled at us. (Please note: I have travelled to Longford and Ireland as a whole many times before and I am well aware of how table service works in Ireland and how it may differ from the US. This experience was out of the norm, I am sure. I just hope that you realize that a smile goes along way.)

02/09/2024: Called in for breakfast. Warm & welcoming host. Delighted as they had a gluten free section on menu. Very tasty & gluten free soda bread to die for. Gf potato waffle also. Very filling

29/09/2024: Food is great. But the service has gone very poor. Older Lady serving our table was very cold towards us , seemed like she didn’t want to be around and kept asking were we finished our food. It was pretty cold in there too. Also not properly communicated that you can’t split the bill. Which in this day and age is awfully inconvenient when cash isn’t carried by everyone. Wasn’t said when booking the table, nor is it said when ordering or on the menu. There’s a very missable sign on the glass when you go to pay which you certainly wouldn’t see when walking in to your seat.

14/09/2024: Amazing and quick food, with great service.

16/12/2024: I was more disappointed by the attitude of the staff than the food itself. I have never in my life waited longer for food than here and place was not even half full, my daughter had to wait 50 min to get her kids pasta which is just ridiculous and Dear waitress if you talk about customer behind the back, make sure at least we don’t notice, that was unprofessional and uncomfortable. The owner made an effort to correct my well-done steak, which I had ordered rare, but when I received the new steak, it was medium-well done, not rare as requested. After he insisted I say if I was happy, I was honest, and he became rude, suggesting I wanted a "blue" steak. Proper steak preparation seems to be an issue, and perhaps some staff training is needed. Overall, the food did not meet expectations, and the rude, dismissive behavior from the staff left a lasting negative impression. Do not recommend at all.

28/11/2024: I was in about 2 weeks ago now on a Saturday. I cannot stop thinking about the stellar service I received from a young man, Josh. I am not a big drinker so he talked me through their extensive drinks menu. I eventually settled on their house Pinot Grigio. Value focused and full of flavour. He truly is a great addition to the team. Bravo Josh👏👏👏👏