The Scarlet Vetter says....stopped into the quaint cobblestone village of Roundwood in County…read moreWicklow outside of Dublin, and was surprised to find this beautiful gem of an establishment. It boasts being recognized in the top 100 restaurants by the New York Sunday Times and is in the Michelin guide. Quite possibly one of the most cozy, welcoming places one could find off the beaten path in Ireland. Gorgeous, old-world interior with wood stoves and fireplaces in every room, deep padded armchairs you can lose yourself in. Sink into one of these, accompanied by an excellent cup of tea, crusty buttery croissant with fresh made grass-fed cow cream and admire tons of fun little Tchotchkes and handmade crafts, many of which are for sale. Attentive and smiley staff to boot. A pleasant repaste for a lazy weekend morning!

We stopped in here by chance while passing through Roundwood yesterday. What a fantastic place!!…read more Roan, the chief bartender, brings passion and creativity to his cocktails. I came in thirsting wildly for a Guinness, but when I saw him meticulously preparing a Whiskey Sour with his own special touches, I pivoted to that. Just like my wife's "White Linen", we could not have been happier with our cocktails! Also, it just so happened that Wednesdays are "Pizza Night" so we went to the pizzeria/mini grocer connected to The Coach House and ordered our fresh, delicious, pizzas that were delivered to us back at the bar. The Coach House has several different eating rooms, each with its own look and feel. We were very comfortable just eating at the bar and picking Roan's brain for his secret cocktail recipes!!

An excellent (large!) lunch after a visit & hike at Glendalough. Great for families, with…read morehighchairs available for children. Ample outdoor seating and indoor as well, with quick service and delicious food.

Traveling abroad in Ireland has been swell on my first morning. There aren't many spots to eat at…read more12pm around Glendalough. I'm so glad I found this cozy, warm, earth-toned restaurant. The dark wood table tops and cast iron bases just make me feel grounded. One of the hosts asked if I had a reservation, and I was almost sad because I didn't expect it. She was kind enough to seat me anyway. I don't know her name, but she was lovely, golden hair, and bright green glasses! I was served by Avinash, who had a warm demeanor. My phone was about 20% and he kindly let me charge it; hence why I do not have any photos of the meal :) at the end of the meal, when I asked for an espresso, Avi came back with my phone as well-- a nice touch of remembrance. I had the slow cooked lamb leg, with potatoes, carrots, and rosemary stuffing with a balsamic mint sauce. It was divine. It was my first meal of the day, and I savored every last bite. The atmosphere was just what I needed. 5/5 would return. And did yall know they got first editions of Bam Stoker, Oscar Wilde, and James Joyce??? Sheeesh.

Stopped here a couple of times for a quick pint after hiking in the area. The usual offer of tap…read morebeers: Guinness, Smithwicks, Heineken. Saw some Wicklow Wolf coasters lying around, maybe they have it in bottles. Convenient location if you're taking the 16:45 Glendalough bus back to Dublin - the unmarked stop is right in front of the pub.

Called in today, Good Friday after a hike. Empty. No one at all eating. Menu grim. Not even a…read moretoasted sandwich and nothing for kids. Really sad because this place used to be packed. We left and had great food in a nearby pub which was very busy.

Tasty food at very affordable prices, pints were great too. Would definitely recommend anyone to…read moretry it themselves and I'll be definitely back again.

They redecorated and the pub is really very nice. It hasn't really lost character but it is clean…read moreand comfortable. As the only pub now in Ashford, it attracts everyone and they are very nice and friendly to everyone. It once had a rough reputation but that is certainly not the case anymore. It is the kind of place everyone is welcome and made to feel comfortable but not pretentious and can be said a real Ashford pub. Very worth the visit.

I would like to commend your pub for the friendliness and helpfulness of your employee, James…read moreDoyle. he went over and above to help me, I have mobility issues and James ensured that I was seated comfortably and could move around. he then ensured the service we received was exceptional. He is also very pleasant, nothing was too much trouble and I will definitely recommend your pub to my family and friends. I look forward to my next visit to Wickliow

My friend and I took a detour to Wicklow and had a late lunch at this pub. It was one of the best…read moremeals we had in Ireland. I had the fish and chips, which was delicious, and my friend had the steak sandwich, which she said was the best sandwich she'd had. The ambience was wonderful as well, and the two folks working the bar were very friendly as well.

Very friendly service and fresh food. Cosy atmosphere and inviting. Plenty of parking in the…read moreback, so easy to get to. We stopped by for an app and beer. The vegetable soup was so natural and good and the fried cheese was great. Cold beer as well. Would come back.

My friend and I stopped by Byrne & Woods after a hike on the Wicklow Way stopping in Roundwood. We…read morewere walking around the town and saw an ad promoting the restaurant because it was featured in the Michelin Guide for a few years. We weren't looking for a full meal, but we stopped in and ordered dessert. We ordered the rich sticky toffee pudding. I've never had it before so I expected more of a pudding consistency, but it was more like chocolate cake. It was good, but not the best dessert I've ever had. The atmosphere was quite and mostly empty. I guess it wasn't dinner rush yet (although it was around 4-5 PM). They do have free wifi here, which is always great to have when you don't have any cell/data service in a foreign country. Ask the bartender for the password!

Well worth the trip from Brittas Bay. Need to book a table…read moreas several people were turned away while we were there.

Delicios food. Lovely staff and very good service…read more We highly recommend it Definitely back again

Great cozy Irish pub! Wonderful service and amazing food!…read more My friend and I came to the little town of Enniskerry after exploring Powerscourt and I was really in the mood for lamb so we chose to eat here. And let me tell you, the lamb was phenomenal. Best dish I had on my Ireland vacation. Super tender meat that was perfectly complimented by the root vegetables and mashed potatoes. I ate that dish CLEAN. My friend ordered the fish and chips, and asked if there was any way she could get mashed potatoes instead of fries because she isn't into too much fried food. The restaurant was very accommodating. My friend is also an Ironman and we found out that our bartender was also one as well! They have live music on the weekends I believe. Great atmosphere because the locals will all gather here and sing or dance along.

Visited a couple of times after hiking or scootering around Enniskerry. Handy location just across…read morethe street from the 44 bus stop. On a weekday afternoon it is a quiet spot, plenty of labeled taps at the bar but only a few of them are working. Never tried any food here, I believe it is ok.

We ate here twice because it was very close to where we were staying…read more I had the fish of the day each time. Once was cod and the other haddock. All food was prepared nicely and a good amount of food is provided. I got the fries as a side and they were fine. We ate outside and it was very nice. You may sit near a road for two tables but it is not busy or dusty. The inside seemed tight and noisy but we did not spend much time inside so not sure what eating in there is really like. The service was good

From the owner: Built in 1708 and established over twenty years ago by the Doyle family, The Grove Bar is a…read morewell-known Wicklow gastro pub serving up a delicious variety of traditional pub grub and homemade comfort food. Located in the beautiful setting of The Old Coach House in Delgany, The Grove Bar boasts a warm and friendly atmosphere that's sure to make you feel right at home from the moment you cross our threshold. Using top-quality, locally sourced ingredients, our chefs are passionate about creating tasty and comforting homemade food to keep you satiated after a long day spent hiking on the Wicklow mountains or surrounding trails and walkways. Conveniently located only minutes from the M50, The Grove Bar offers unparalleled customer service combined with quality food and drinks for an enjoyable, relaxing, and memorable time. Whether you're looking for a filling lunch, a delicious Sunday dinner, a pint with friends, or just a quick bite to eat while travelling to or from Dublin, we'd be delighted to have you.

My family and I just ate at the Ashford House...en route back to Dublin…read more The old fashioneds were very good and Viktor, the bartender working, made sure to ask if we liked them knowing we were from the States. We had to try the Margherita pizza (bc that's just what we do) and it did not disappoint! Lorenzo, from Rome, did a great job. The crust was clearly wood fired and the sauce to cheese ratio was spot on. We had the fish and chips, the steak sandwich and the tikka masala curry. I had been trying to find a chance all week to grab some fish and chips and was unable to. I'm glad I had to wait because the Ashford House had the crispiest yet lightest fish and chips! The steak sandwich was ordered medium rare...Americans remember? It was cooked perfectly which was an amazing surprise. My brother's tikka masala was completely gone...meaning it was delicious. The food was presented gorgeously as well. The restaurant itself was beautifully appointed and I'm saying that as an interior designer! The bathrooms were updated and super clean. The atmosphere was really nice with just the right amount of lighting, a beautiful bar and very comfortable furniture. Our service was delightful and our server was very down to earth, easy to talk to and was able to make recommendations. We will definitely be back! Thank you Ashford House.

After watching the Irish Wolfhounds game in the front bar with som lovely Irish IPA, we moved to…read morethe back restaurant, The Weir, for dinner. We all had steaks, fillet, sirloin and ribeye. The meat was delicious, I had a rare fillet which was well cooked and full of flavour. A good bottle if Gigondas complemented the steaks very well, and well priced. Very pleasant evening.