The best restaurants in Waterford

13/07/2026: Overly loud and overpriced, also nobody over 20 in the bar

11/07/2026: The security guard «Ivan» from Croatia behaved in a completely unacceptable and aggressive manner. He physically pushed several girls, even though there was no justification for using force. This experience made us feel unsafe and unwelcome. We expected professional behavior from the security staff, but instead we were treated with aggression and disrespect. We cannot recommend this place.

21/09/2026: Quick service, very clean and tidy.

27/08/2026: Great service from a young lady very happy and friendly

15/09/2026: Best Chinese takeout in Waterford.

15/05/2026: A homeless person wouldnt touch the curry chips and they dont bother putting in much chicken or seasoning the spicebag get a grip

22/08/2026: Great place to stop off for a coffee ect. In a shopping center

23/04/2026: The staff is friendly and approachable. Got my ube matcha the other day!💛

17/09/2026: If you are looking for fantastic Italian food, great service and a wonderful atmosphere, look no further than Espresso, a true Italian experience!

13/09/2026: The food was amazing highly recommended it

04/02/2026: Bad service and don't reply to emails.

12/08/2026: I love JJ for traditional dinner or lunch. Great selection, fabulous staff, delicious food. Highly recommended for all everyone will find there something to eat.

24/07/2026: Very friendly and kind service and workers!

08/06/2026: Best coffee and pastry I've ever had in Waterford

26/03/2026: I'll start off with the owner has the right to refuse I currently drive from Kildare one day a week to see my old man in hospital so juggling with a remote work day and pop on or out a few times. Not the story just context. I'm doing a few hours in coffee shops and have used blackfriars as coffees decent and bright space. The female barista has been so nice. I stay about 3 hours or so, emails and calls you know what most remote humans do Spend normally about 20+ quid each time for the past 4 or 5 weeks, today maybe 14-15 quid. I normally get a bap too. Arrived at 10:15 ish left 1:45 ish. I was leaving today and what looks like the owner told me "you're not welcome to use the shop as an office" I may have been loud while on a call which ok I get, but could have ask me to stop or be quieter, but he went straight to "you're not welcome" I find it mad as the shop is not that busy and light on customers sitting in most days. He didn't ask the screaming 3 year old they are running riot, they are not welcome, or the couple screaming with laugher... I probably spent the same if not more than them. OTT move tbh. Pity your staff are sound, coffee decent and was helpful as I juggle work and seeing my dad. Quiet a sad little man. I'm better off.

10/08/2026: The food was very delicious The chips and pizza was very nice cooked and crispy. We came all the way from Cork that was nice experience with Pizza Palace.

07/08/2026: Brilliant chicken shawarma, best in Waterford. Staff very friendly. Highly recommend.

07/04/2026: Staff were so lovely and friendly coffee and food was beautiful service amazing

22/02/2026: Great food and coffee, Emily very welcoming and friendly

14/09/2026: Server was super friendly, proud of his produce which lived up to his claims! Can’t fault this great chippy.

12/09/2026: This is THE best Donner I have ever had. The sauce is amazing. My friend had the chicken kebob and she cannot decide if this is her #1 or #2 of all time. The chips were also great and plentiful. You will not go hungry with food from here! This is a takeout place, so the atmosphere is as should be expected: takeaway or quick standing counter.

14/09/2026: Friendly staff but toilets need attention

13/09/2026: Absolutely appalling experience – Premier Seats completely ruined We paid extra for Premier Seats expecting a more comfortable and enjoyable cinema experience. Instead, the entire movie was ruined by two girls who came in and sat in the seats beside us, despite those seats being unoccupied. They emptied the contents of a plastic bag onto the floor, took off their shoes and put their feet up on the seats in front of them. Once the movie started, they were constantly on their phones and talking loudly throughout. I went out to the foyer and spoke to the staff member scanning tickets. I explained what was happening, and he told me he would give it five minutes and then go in. He eventually came into the cinema and stood at the bottom near the screen. While he was there, they went quiet. The second he left, they were straight back on their phones and chatting. So what exactly was the point of having a staff member intervene if nothing was actually done? It was incredibly frustrating and completely unacceptable. We had paid extra for Premier Seats and instead had our movie ruined by two people who showed absolutely no consideration for anyone else in the cinema. It was also very unclear whether these girls were actually supposed to be sitting in those seats in the first place. If seats are specifically allocated and people are paying for Premier seating, surely tickets should be checked properly and staff should be monitoring the area. I am extremely disappointed with Odeon. The behaviour of these two people was bad enough, but the lack of effective action from staff made the situation even worse. We should not have to sit through an entire film listening to people talking and watching them constantly on their phones after already bringing the issue to staff attention. If Odeon is going to charge a premium price for Premier Seats, then it needs to provide a premium experience. This was anything but that. Absolutely ruined our night and our movie.

27/09/2026: Ordered and stood outside when i was told my order is 10 minutes from me... came to me standing outside for 40 minutes and nobody showed up. never ordering here again

21/09/2026: Quick service, very clean and tidy.

12/09/2026: My partner and I were part of a party of 6 for dinner. When the waitress came over I asked for a beer while we were waiting for the rest of the group to arrive. I was informed that they don't sell any alcohol in the restaurant. The waitress said I was welcome to go to the nearby Centra off license and bring beer back. I threaded my way through the winos and junkies along the quay and successfully returned with 6 bottles of Heineken. The staff were good enough to provide a bottle opener which saved me biting the top of the bottle with my teeth, phew! The food wasn't bad however one member of our group ordered chicken and got pork instead. I went to the loo only to find that after locking the bathroom door it would not unlock. I was trapped. I sent a text to my wife who came to the rescue. After sliding the key under the door she was able to unlock the door from her side. Free at last! As I returned to my table, I reported the issue to the first member of staff that I met. He heard what I said but ignored me and walked by me without responding. At no point did any member of staff ask us how was the food or did we need anything. Be warned also, the restaurant is cash only and does not accept electronic payment. I would definitely not return or recommend to anyone else.

05/09/2026: Have eaten here a few times; the food is normally okay, although I would not call it authentic Indian. The manager (male) is very rude and has a really gruff manner. I thought it was just with me, but my wife had a similar experience. And we won't be going back.

19/07/2026: Big no-no for the bublee tea taste/quality

27/06/2026: Their mango bubble tea was probably the best I've ever had!