Food and service was typical for the area Ambiance busy. The fish was a bit on the greasy side…read more The tacos weren't what you expect in the US. More like a big tortilla chip that was crispy One nice thing is there is a children's corner with games and a bit of entertainment for them

Stopping through Bantry and decided to stop in for a bite for lunch. Chowder was fantastic I would…read morecome back for this alone. Top notch. Wings also very tasty. Friendly staff warm and welcoming. I could tell that Locals frequent here and seem to have a strong following.

We came to Bantry by accident after a horrendous experience with an AirBnB. The hotel reception…read moredesk person recommended Fish Kitchen for a place for a late dinner. She did not steer us wrong. Fish Kitchen is on the second floor in downtown Bantry on top of the Central Fish Market. It is a tiny, intimate restaurant serving fresh caught seafood. The food was delicious. We started with a craft beer for him and a cider for me. They carry a well curated variety of local craft beers and also have a great wine list as well (the ladies next to us had polished off two bottles). We split the prawns in a garlic chorizo sauce. It was delicious and the shrimp were cooked well and flavorful. I had the haddock and chips while my husband had the crab claw/hake duo. The haddock had a light batter and his crab and hake had a great garlic marinade to them. The service was very welcoming. We stayed there past 10:30pm just chatting with Dermot. We would definitely return to Bantry to dine here again!

Just arrived in Bantry and had no idea where to eat lunch. At the photo shop the gentleman…read morerecommended the fish kitchen restaurant. Very good meal. I recommend stopping here to eat.

Nice addition to coffee and food options in Bantry, lovely coffee and tea selection, and nice menu…read morewith lots of seafood options from their own family seafood business. Great to see more variety arriving in Bantry, and a good sign! Plus there's a fairly interesting ladies clothes shop upstairs.

Quinlan's is a can't miss stop if you are traveling around Cork! The food was fresh, the service…read morewas warm and speedy and the ambiance was lively and friendly! Definitely consider making reservations because the restaurant gets quite busy during peak times. I chose to go with the fish pie and it was absolutely delicious. Everything was seasoned perfectly. We left with our tummies full and satisfied! Make sure you make this part of your Cork stops.

Visited for two consecutive nights 18/02 and 19/02 2026. The first night I had two appetizers,…read moreAtlantic prawn and crab sandwich, and a dessert of Ferrero Roche cheese cake. The second night I had an appetizer of seafood chowder and the John Dory fish. The cheese cake was unique, , very satisfying taste of cocoa, and the crunchy and gritty texture really felt like Ferrero Roche. For the other dishes I found something interesting. The prawns and crab sandwiches tasted standard, but the oily sauce (prawns) and the sweet and sour puree (crab sandwiches) had exquisite flavor that made one want to finish them all with a piece of bread (which I did). On the other hand, the John Dory was nicely done, texture spot-on, juicy and savoy flavor, but the white sauce looked broken and watery, and the taste was a bit on the bland side. In general I enjoyed my experience, but I wonder if they could match the quality of the sauce and the main ingredients better :)

Very charming restaurant, wonderful atmosphere. The food was second to none. And best service in…read moreIreland thus far. Ella was the sweetest server. We got their seafood and braised beef specials and they were outstanding. Well seasoned and the beef was the most tender. I didn't even need to use a knife. And I highly recommend the rhubarb crumble. Overall a 10/10 experience and our favorite so far in Ireland.

While in Killarney, which turned out to be one of our favorite stops while in Ireland, we wanted to…read morehit a true local restaurant and Cronins was just the spot! Cronins sits on a Main Street through Killarney and feels like old world Ireland from the road to the table. It has a storied past in Killarney, being open over 60 years at this point. The space is as you would expect, cozy, local and welcoming. The menu is rooted in local ingredients including seafood, beef and veggies. We popped in for an early dinner and had an appetizer of the Smoked Irish Salmon, which was fresher than expected. Such a simple dish, but it was executed perfectly. For our mains, we had a burger and the Shepard's Pie. Burger was good. It was juicy, well cooked and the onion relish thing they had going on was *chefs kiss*. The Shepard's Pie was spot on. Both were made with local beef, which was cool and extra tasty! Beyond the food, Cronins also has their own cider, which was phenomenal and oddly enough, the only cider I had the whole time I was in Ireland! That speaks more to the hold Guinness had on me and less to the variety of cider. After the cider, we went with a few house cocktails including the Clover Club and Dingle Donkey. Both were well prepared, vibrant and tasty! Service was uniquely local, friendly and fun! From the bartender to our server, they were both excellent! Overall, Cronins is a stellar spot in a great spot in Killarney! When we get back over the pond and to Killarney, Cronins is on the list to swing by again!

We were American visitors seeking an experience a bit different from the Kenmare town pub scene and…read moreBoathouse Bistro did not disappoint! A short beautiful drive to a waterfront setting and we felt relaxed and tranquil. Our table of 7 was cared for by the friendly professional staff. All the seafood choices were exceptionally fresh and well-prepared. Highly recommend!

There's several separate places within this estate, the Manor House itself is not open to the…read morepublic but can be booked for events such as weddings. The Boathouse Bistro is a high quality restaurant about 250m from the Manor House on the seafront and is open from 12:30pm to 9pm, 7 days a week during the March-October tourist season. They have a Michelin rosette for 2017 and the menu is mostly seafood and the foot is top class and offers great value for money compared with what's available in Kenmare town.

We went to Quinlan's on Monday, September 8. We did not have a reservation, so had a short wait…read more Despite being super busy, the staff was friendly and helpful. They were so on the ball with everything. Our food came out really fast once we ordered. The fish and chips were piping hot and delicious. I had the cod, while my husband had hake. Both were absolutely tasty!

We were able to grab a table during the busy dinner time. Best onion rings I've ever had. The fish…read moreand chips are also very delicious - I love the taste of the spice. The sea bass is a little plain, so I added extra salt and pepper to it. The server is apparently very busy but she's been paying attention to every table's speed and presented our entrees right after we finished our soup. Appreciate the service there. At the end of the meal, we were waiting to receive the bill but we were unsure whether we should wait to be served or walk to the counter to pay. We waited patiently for 15 minutes and decided to call a server and asked for the bill. Everything else is great!

great Service (nice and friendly), delicious sea food (fresh with chips, homemade garlic butter and…read morefresh salad) and beautiful location.

Service was hit-n-miss but once we finally got pints and our order in, things moved quickly. They…read morewere out of oysters which was a HUGE disappointment as we had heard great things about the local shell fish. Instead we went with the crab legs and catch of the day with chips. Now as you can see in the photo, the crab landed in front of me with a big ole cup of mayonnaise..... hmmm ..... Now normally I don't dream of steamy crab legs covered in hellmans, but thanks to a few pints I was feeling brave. You will just have to try it yourself if you are feeling dubious, but mix in some fresh lemon juice with that white goop and dip away - that is a tasty mess! Who would have thought crab and mayo? Go figure. Oh and the beer in the pics is not some blonde mess (i don't like the loaf of bread in a glass) it is Smithwicks ale - pronounced smith-icks - which seems to taste pretty dang good with everything.

While we were only in Killarney for a couple of days/nights, we made it point to enjoy as many…read morelocal spots as possible. This meant loosened belts and full bellies most of our time in the city and we couldn't have been happier! On our second night in town, we were after an early dinner as we had plans at another local pub later in the evening. After a stroll around town, Mad Monk was the spot! Apparently Quinlan's is a small chain with several spots around Ireland, and after popping in, we can tell why. The thing that stood out the most for us at Mad Monk was the freshness of all the goods, specifically the seafood. I enjoy a good grilled or pan seared fish filet, but being in Ireland, it was my mission to try as many fish and chips as I could, and Mad Monk was next on the list! Before we dove into our mains, we did order one of the only non-seafood dishes on the menu, the braised beef croquettes. They were absolutely tasty, and set up our mains very well! We both went with the traditional fish and chips. The fish was perfectly fried and flaky and the tartar sauce was *chefs kiss*! I will say, as with most chips around the island, the chips were a bit underwhelming. They were slightly crispy and fluffy inside, but I am not a huge fan of steak fries and they definitely could have used a bit more seasoning. Service was solid, efficient and friendly. The space is quaint, bright and sleek. Lots of woods and blues, which definitely give the vibes of seafood. Overall, Mad Monk was a solid spot and one we glad we visited during our short stay in Killarney!

Wondering through town looking for a very late lunch. The menu outside looked great but the time…read moresaid 1700. It was 1500 and told us to come in. Seated at a six top in the front window vestibule (great view). Offered water and coctails immediately. We all started with a white seafood chowder filled with seafood, mussels,shrimp, and white fish. It was the best chowder we had in Ireland and rivaled Bostons best. All of our entrees were exceptional Great cheerful service. Very highly recommended Slainte

A bit random giving a chippy five stars but unlike most places, the fish and chips are made fresh…read moreto order. The chips are actually crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside which is virtually unheard of. The fish is locally sourced when available and battered and fried upon ordering. Unfortunately, there is no seating and you will be eating your food out of a paper bag but take advantage of the fact that you can chat to the owner about his shop and food. The only thing I would love to see is the use of more sustainable packaging. Boo to the plastic forks and styrofoam containers. Definitely worth stopping in if you're in the area.

Really enjoyed this cool spot in little Dingle town! It's a walk up restaurant and you take it to…read morego. I liked this aspect of it because we were able to eat on picnic tables outside of a beautiful Catholic Church. I only give it 4 stars rather than 5 because I found it hard to get on the Fish & Chips bandwagon while traveling Ireland. It's a hard meal to mess up but too greasy for my liking. Despite that, If you're looking for good Irish fish and chips, Kanon's is a must try while in Dingle.