The best restaurants in Wicklow

10/06/2025: Stopped by here for lunch and the lady was very nice she even moved tables around for us to accommodate us without having to ask. The sandwiches and cannolis were really tasty, my only gripe was a person came in with a big dog and it seems like the owners have no problem with that, I just don't think animals should be sitting where people are trying to eat, especially when it was such a small place.

26/05/2025: Pure Italian!! Small restaurant but Italian food with quality ingredients.

26/05/2025: There is nothing bad about Copper and Straw, and I’ve been visiting since the first week of opening. A well run speciality coffee café in the heart of Bray. Fantastic staff, always chirpy and attentive to those waiting to be served aswell as surrounding seating areas. House roast has been with Bailies since I can remember, varying notes pass through. I’m also a subscriber of Bailies weekly bean deliveries to home. Rob was a fantastic asset to Copper and Straw and will be missed.

16/05/2025: Great coffee and friendly staff what more could you want?

11/05/2025: Just one word. Amazing. We were in Arklow for a swimming competition and we were looking for a coffee on Sunday morning at 8 AM. We found this little wonderful place and were greeted by the owners. We ended up having coffee and later on in day we had lunch. The food is just amazing and the atmosphere too. Will come back for sure.

08/05/2025: Great place by the river with very nice hosts and Italian music.

18/05/2025: Probably one of the best Cafe’s around Glendalough ! I wanted to take a photo of this exceptional PISTACHIO, PINEAPPLE, LIME cake but was too late as it immediately disappeared 😅 great place, incredible atmosphere and wonderful staff 🌟

06/05/2025: Lovely quaint coffee shop. A little gem.

11/05/2025: An absolute joy to eat here. I came here with my mother and the atmosphere was impeccable -the food was lovely and the staff were super friendly. We got to play games while enjoying our meal and my mocha even came with swan coffee art!!

22/04/2025: A hidden treasure in a hidden gem of a town. I grew up in Wicklow town - it's not on the way to anywhere, the only reason to go there is to go there 😊, and it's well worth the visit, especially to enjoy the inviting, chilled, friendly atmosphere of Inspired. The place itself is situated in an attractive nook on the South Quay - 2 minute stroll from the old pier, bustling harbour and Black Castle with its sweeping views of Wicklow Bay and the stunning backdrop of the majestic Wicklow hills. Parking is plentiful close by or on Bachelor's Walk or Leitrim Place. Inspired is aptly named - it reminds me of the type of place you'd find in Greenwich Village or Crouch End but without the self-absorbed, aloof staff that are ubiquitous to such places. The staff here are so warm, welcoming amd helpful. Great coffee, lovely menu, clean toilets (an important barometer in my book). Dog and child friendly. An array of board games laid out on tables as well as a selection of locally produced crafts and foods. If six stars were available to me, I wouldn't hesitate to award them! My only regret is that Inspired didn't exist when I was growing up in Wicklow in the 80s. Bravissimi ragazzi!!!!

17/05/2025: Here is the gold at the end of the rainbow.

16/05/2025: Great food no bookings walkin huge menu

18/05/2025: Lovely, acquaint place, great food

17/05/2025: Great place. They were busy when my friend and I arrived, but we were able to get a table fairly quickly. My only issue with the place was that our condiments were taken away and not returned. When we asked for salt, it took ages for some sachets of salt to arrive (we had previously had a salt shaker). Other than this, quality service. Food was great and very good value for money. We got some cakes to take away and enjoy later with a cup of tea. Over all very pleasant.

31/05/2025: Very warm welcome, excellent food, delicious crepes, just like at home in Brittany. Plus, great advice for visiting the region. (Glendalough is magnificent) Thank you Catherine and Jean-Marc

13/05/2025: Whenever I'm around Bray I always try and stop to grab a bite from here. Such an amazing little gem, the crepes are exactly like the ones I've had in Normandy and Brittany. The staff are so friendly and welcoming also! It's a small kitchen and it seems only one person cooks at a time so if it's busy prepare for a small wait but it's absolutely worth it, especially with such reasonable prices.

18/05/2025: First vegan place in Ireland which doesn't offer vegan junk food. Tasty experience.

17/05/2025: Highlight of my trip to Ireland 😍

09/06/2025: yumyumyum well be back fosho !! poached eggs mmmmmmmm ....with the parsley sauce and yogurt mmmmm

09/06/2025: Best brunch and lunch at Bray. Fish & chips very crispy and fresh, french toast big portion with fruits

07/06/2025: Had a fabulous lunch in the sunshine a few weeks back. Will definitely be back.

31/05/2025: Great place to spend an afternoon Great food Beautiful gardens

10/06/2025: Super and delicious food, lovely atmosphere and super friendly staff. Favourite place 🙈🤗

26/05/2025: Owner owned n run ...& you can tell Spotless ,great decor Fantastic staff Food was delicious

11/05/2025: Lovely place to have a cold Guinness after hiking 😃

29/04/2025: Lovely family meal this evening. Friendly atmosphere and lovely polite service, which is always nice. Food was lovely and tasty and presented in a timely manner. A lovely enjoyable evening.

08/06/2025: Have been visiting this gourmet bakery since many years. Best quality in Co.wicklow. lunch & coffee are one of the best in country. There is a fresh fruit & Veg shop which is fantastic too. 😊👍

25/05/2025: Lovely place to go to and very consistent, that's the biggest plus.

15/06/2025: One of the best chicken burgers I have had in Ireland.

13/05/2025: A cute little place with really nice food. I loved my Italian toastie. Apple fritz is a must