The best restaurants in Waterford

24/04/2026: One of the best restaurants I've been to.

19/04/2026: Really great meal! Very fresh and the flavorful. Best meal I've had in Ireland so far! The service was fantastic. They were gluten-free friendly and even had gluten-free bread available. Highly recommend!

03/05/2026: I had lovely homemade soup with sourdough toast. Friendly service and reasonable price. I would recommend this cafe. Short walk from the Tower Hotel

19/04/2026: Beautiful spot, lovely atmosphere, coffee is devine! And the "Best Ever Ham and Chesse" is exactly that!

12/07/2026: Rich Italian dishes at a lovely quayside location. Several seafood pasta options. Good service from multiple staff. Wasn't waiting long for either starter or mains.

08/07/2026: Great wee Italian restaurant in Waterford. Superb pasta 🙂🙂

06/05/2026: Really tasty and fresh food. Love the beef black bean

06/04/2026: I ordered honey and chilli crispy chicken, it was very good☺ And I have to say that I was surprised by the cleanliness in the restaurant very positively, I recommend it!

17/06/2026: A humble and quaint French inspired cafe with fantastic, personal service by Eddie. A hidden gem of a cafe spot in Waterford City, along the Quays. Would highly recommend!

12/06/2026: Lovely experience in this quaint little authentic French café!

21/06/2026: Very peaceful place- Great service and fantastic food. Staff all very welcoming.

10/05/2026: Had a lovely stay at Hannoras Cottage. The views are absolutely beautiful, the staff were so friendly and welcoming, and the food was fabulous. Such a warm, relaxing place to stay — would definitely recommend.

18/05/2026: We stayed here for the weekend. We had a disability room, which was fantastic. Huge room with plenty of space for wheelchair. Gorgeous decor, great bar and live music and the friendliest staff. Couldn't have been better. We're going back in November

13/05/2026: I have stayed at this hotel numerous times going back 7 years now. The rooms are really deteriorating. Air conditioning/heating in the rooms don't work. Wifi connection has been awful. I was completely unable to get any work done from my room.

20/12/2025: It was my first time in Mezze and my wife would go there often during the year. We had full Middle Eastern and Shakshuka. Food was super tasty, atmosphere great. Bought chocolate almonds as a treat on way out and a lovely hamper too as a gift for a family member. Prices were very good value for the quality and flavour of food.

20/12/2025: Sound place, sound people 🗣️🗣️👍

12/06/2026: Café Lucia in Ardkeen is a real gem, offering a welcoming atmosphere, excellent coffee, and a fantastic selection of fresh, homemade food. The menu caters to a variety of tastes, with generous portions and high-quality ingredients throughout. Staff are friendly, attentive, and always make customers feel at home. Whether you are stopping by for breakfast, lunch, or a coffee catch-up, Café Lucia is the place to go if out around the area, conveniently located and quality food 🙌🏻

02/05/2026: I had a lovely breakfast a fresh fruit compote on a pancakes with cream and caramel on the side and a glass of orange juice.. lovely staff, nice ambience.

18/11/2025: Beautiful restaurant with lovely food and very nice staff. Visited there today while visiting Waterford. I'll be back.

07/11/2025: We ate here yesterday. It was my first time eating here in over 18 months and I really enjoyed it. I had the Vegan Bap which was Brioche Bap which was slightly toasted with Halloumi Cheese, fried egg, avocado, lettuce, tomato and a nice relish on the side. I did apply all of the relish to my bun which was very tasty. This was so delicious - one of those times you make a noice when you eat because of the lovely taste. Afterwards we had a coffee and the Tunisian orange cake which was very light but very tasty indeed. Service was excellent and it was quiet enough to talk. I look forward to returning.

29/05/2026: A beautiful lunch in the bar followed by a soak in a hot bath gazing at the Celtic sea. It was a pure joyful experience. The staff were amazing, food was amazing and it is just blissful

10/05/2026: Cliff House Hotel Ardmore is a 5-star luxury seaside hotel in a small coastal village in County Waterford, Ireland. It is dramatically built into a cliff overlooking Ardmore Bay, with all rooms facing the sea. The hotel is known for its strong focus on ocean views, modern design, and a peaceful escape atmosphere. Key features include a Michelin-starred restaurant, a full spa with an infinity pool overlooking the water, sauna, steam room, and outdoor hot tubs. Guests also have access to coastal walks, a small beach, and outdoor activities like swimming and hiking. It is best known for quiet luxury, relaxation, and nature-focused stays rather than city life, making it popular

22/06/2026: kebabish is my second home the food the is unreal pizzas gorgeous

02/06/2026: Ordered a pizza with my favourite toppings and really enjoyed it. Fresh, tasty, and cooked just right. I will definitely be back for another.

23/05/2026: Such a beautiful place! My favorite in a sunny day . Rich at the waterfront of the town . Lovely menu and food is so so good ! The staff is very friendly and did their best to please us !

14/05/2026: First time here. Got smash burger and a beer. It was really good! Staff were very good also. Saw a few negative reviews. They had a very different experience to mine!

21/05/2026: This is s lovely place, friendly staff and excellent food. Will recommend it yo friends.

19/05/2026: Nice spot, lovely food and staff.

09/07/2025: Vegan and vegetarian options only, it's ok but I have had better elsewhere. ***Update as requested by the owner- reviewing experience from three months ago. Had "the garden gate" and a matcha latte.

22/05/2025: Super surprise in finding this place for vegetarian and vegan food. We had three full plates normally costing € 10.50 were priced down to €5.50 as it was after 1 pm. Food was very tasty and I am not easily impressed.