The best restaurants in Monaghan

24/05/2025: Beautiful spot with friendly attentive staff and the food my god is beautiful the steak is a must will be back again for sure

10/05/2025: My experience in the batch loaf was brilliant, the food was nice and the staff was helpful. I would highly recommend it for others.

21/05/2025: Will continue to visit as often as possible. Rejuvenates the body and the soul

19/05/2025: Lovely location, food is top class. Will be back again soon.

14/06/2025: Succulent sausages and tender chicken wings! Me and the family really enjoyed. Not too buggy friendly😂🤭 besides that I would highly recommend!

16/05/2025: We were visiting friends in Monaghan and they suggested we go to the Squealing Pig, I was ready for pub food and was pleasantly surprised when we went upstairs to Porky's. It was elegant, cozy and the staff were so kind and welcoming. We sat by a window so I could see everything going on in the square. As for ordering, it was hard to pick one thing to eat. For starter we got the crispy garlic Monaghan mushroom, which were the freshest, tastiest things I have ever had. I would have loved to take some home, but they won't last a 13 hour flight. As for dinner three of us got the sirloin steak and my husband got the ribs. The sirloin was cooked to perfection and melted in your mouth, The portion of the ribs were so huge, my husband could only eat half, they were fall off the bone great. Unfortunately we were too full for dessert, and that was hard to just say no. Porky's is a must when visiting Monaghan.

25/05/2025: Warmth, Welcome, and Wonderful Food at The Old Coach Inn What a fantastic pub and restaurant—The Old Coach Inn is everything Irish hospitality is known for and more! Raymond and his amazing team truly went above and beyond to welcome us to Castleblayney. We arrived in town early, before our accommodation was ready, and it was absolutely no trouble at all to settle in at The Old Coach Inn. We enjoyed a delicious Sunday lunch and spent a relaxed afternoon soaking up the warm, friendly atmosphere. The place was full of families celebrating their children’s First Communion, and it was clear that this lovely spot is right at the heart of the community. Raymond was even kind enough to help us get to our accommodation afterwards—something we’ll never forget. We couldn’t wait to return the next day, and were treated to a fantastic evening meal. The menu had something for everyone, and the staff were so attentive and friendly. We only wish we’d had time to complete the triple and come back for breakfast! If you’re in Castleblayney, The Old Coach Inn is an absolute must. Can’t recommend it highly enough.

25/05/2025: We had such a lovely experience at The Old Coach Inn in Castleblayney. Irish hospitality is renowned, but Raymond and his team really take it to the next level. From the moment we arrived, they made us feel so welcome. We got into town a bit earlier than expected and had some time to fill before checking into our accommodation. No problem at all—Raymond invited us to relax and enjoy a leisurely Sunday lunch, and what a lunch it was! Delicious food, a warm and lively atmosphere, and a real sense of community. Families were celebrating their children’s First Communion and it was just lovely to witness—The Old Coach Inn clearly plays a big part in local life. Raymond even went out of his way to help us get to our accommodation, which was such a kind and unexpected gesture. We enjoyed it so much we came back the next day for an evening meal, which was just as impressive. The menu had something for everyone, and the staff were so friendly and attentive. Our only regret? Not having time to return for breakfast and complete the trio! If you're in or near Castleblayney, don’t miss this place. A warm welcome, great food, and a real local gem.

09/06/2025: Stopped to get a small bite on our journey home. Very pleasantly surprised. The food was so incredibly delicious. We had a BLT and a Club sandwiches. The service was friendly and excellent. Highly recommend.

04/05/2025: Extraordinary food. Compliments to the chef.

30/05/2025: We had my Moms 80th birthday Easter Saturday for 200 guests…the ballroom looked fabulous, the food was delicious and plentiful and a fantastic night was had by all especially the birthday girl! And the service was excellent. The next day clones had 22,000+ people in town for the Monaghan v donegal game and we had Easter Sunday dinner booked for 70 people. I can’t express how fantastic the day was….we had the dining room to ourselves, again the food and service was excellent and we were well taken care of. Thank you Patrick, Edel and staff for a fantastic weekend. Ann, Jason, Samantha & Allison x Your never alone when your a clone!!

07/05/2025: Called in after the Tyrone game. Great service. Great bar.

30/03/2025: Lovely homely pub with fire lit. Friendly staff and everyone loved their pizzas. Will be back

15/03/2025: Excellent bar and lounge. Best lemons limes and oranges on the plannet. Not to mention the green peppers, red onions, basil and rocket.

31/03/2025: Me and my mum had a great Mother’s Day meal in this restaurant great food and great service and friendly staff at the bar definitely recommend coming here

02/03/2025: The website is disappointing as you are ashed for a booking when you arrive and there is no mention of booking on the website. I was told if I phone I can make a booking which is not on the website either. That said I was fitted in for a table and the service and food is top class. I would recommend it highly.

06/05/2025: Great pub. Staff are very kind and welcoming. Great atmosphere for the football!

10/02/2025: Busy boozer at the weekends. Quiet in the week, but so is Monaghan full stop. Friendly staff, friendly locals, and top quality pints.

09/06/2025: My mother and I had gone 6 days prior traveling in Northern Ireland with not a single good meal. We stumbled upon Eastern Balti while staying in Monaghan and couldn’t have been happier. The food was delicious, restaurant was extremely clean and the service was flawless. Thank you for the great meal and service!

01/06/2025: Fantastic food and top class service. Thank you and high recommendation from me.

05/06/2025: Lovely food and friendly staff. Everything you need!

01/06/2025: I had a wonderful experience at Pocono in Glaslough. The food was absolutely delicious — clearly made with care and quality ingredients. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, with a relaxed charm that made it easy to enjoy the meal. What stood out most was the service. The staff were incredibly personable and friendly, creating a genuine and inviting environment from the moment we arrived. It’s clear they take pride in what they do. Prices were very reasonable for the quality offered.

25/05/2025: Awesome by name. Awesome by nature

07/05/2025: Love it here, favorite spot in Carrick

12/03/2025: Great food,welcoming staff, always enjoyable.

08/04/2025: Lovely shop with tasty food. A local favorite.

14/01/2025: Always a delight to visit for eats+friendliness.Congrats on win from Blayney Mania weekend.Photograph of all displayed on my next visit.!

06/04/2025: Beautiful hubbub of happiness and delicious coffee ❤️ Very glad to stumble across you!

24/11/2024: Lovely cafe with great coffee and a cozy atmosphere