The best restaurants in Monaghan

27/05/2025: fun day out with mum and sisters. good was delicious and service excellent. really good cocktails too

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

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.

07/06/2025: I’ve been to a lot of coffee shops in the area and this place is the pick of them all, friendly hard working staff and even though you’re a stranger they engage with you like they know you. I love their Instagram clips as well, very funny. The only very small issue I would have is the condiments are at the door where it can be extremely active due to how busy it is and you get in the way of the flow of traffic. This does not take away from the place it’s a clear 10/10 just something I find personally. 😁

03/06/2025: Beautiful fresh food, friendly staff and great atmosphere. Perfect spot for a catch up with friends or for a wee treat for yourself.

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.

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.

25/05/2025: A discovery during your stay in Ireland....

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

08/06/2025: Lovely food but they need an area for collecting the food.

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

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: 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.

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: Awesome by name. Awesome by nature

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

30/05/2025: Just class the best pizza ever!

28/05/2025: First memory of Pizza D'or in Monaghan was during the 1998 World Cup.. Me and my brother put together what ever money we could find around the house (pocket money) ordered two pizzas then had to phone a seperate taxi to collect and deliver. It was the best feeling ever, constantly watching the window waiting anxiously for our pizzas to arrive. That feeling of excitement has always remained the same, especially as I got older and more settled, always looked forward to "quiet" nights in enjoying our favouite take away. I also proudly boasted about Monaghan's famous pizza when travelling abroad for a year to Australia. To my friends down south whenever we would sit in for a pizza I yearned for the taste back home. Now married my wife and I share the same passion for this pizza and always dreaded the voicemail over the holidays to say the doors would be closed for a certain number of weeks. Sadly all good things come to an end but the memories we share will never fade. To David (the owner) and staff over the years thank you all, you owe Monaghan nothing!! Thanks again and I'll drop by for the last time at the weekend. Best wishes and good luck 👍

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.!

01/06/2025: Really good coffee and the shop itself is so nice!

13/05/2025: Lovely gift shop, great coffee and lovely staff. The cakes are decent, too, and they’re doggy friendly. May not always get parking directly outside but will often get something a short walk away.