Must-see restaurants in County Waterford

  • The House Restaurant

    County Waterford

    Exquisitely presented set-menu dishes (no à la carte) have earned chef Martijn Kajuiter a Michelin star. Offerings include organic Irish smoked salmon…

  • Tannery

    County Waterford

    At this old tannery building, lauded chef Paul Flynn creates seasonally changing dishes that focus on just a few flavours, such as charred trout with…

  • La Bohème

    County Waterford

    In the kitchen basement of a Georgian townhouse, La Bohème's intimate dining rooms have barrel-vault roofs and arches. The kitchen combines French flair…

  • Momo

    County Waterford

    This buzzing bistro is so popular that you might struggle to find a table, so book ahead to dine on creative dishes that incorporate local produce such as…

  • Lismore Farmers Market

    County Waterford

    The upmarket surrounds on the approach to Lismore Castle attract a fab collection of vendors to this market, with stalls selling artisan food and local…

  • Dungarvan Farmers Market

    County Waterford

    Dungarvan's farmers market is a minor festival of artisan breads, cheeses (including Knockalara Farmhouse cheese, made near Lismore), bacon, farm…

  • An Seanachaí

    County Waterford

    The rough-hewn walls of the 'Old Storyteller' could certainly tell a few stories of their own. Parts of this thatched-roof pub date back to its earliest…

  • Spinnaker Bar

    County Waterford

    Dine outside at pavement tables watching beach-goers pass by, or inside amid nautical knick-knacks or out the back in the sheltered beer garden. Wherever…

  • Seagull Bakery

    County Waterford

    Artisan baker Sarah Richards' brilliant-white-painted shop is piled high with white, wholemeal, three-seed, seaweed and rye sourdough loaves, soda bread,…

  • Candied Hazelnut

    County Waterford

    Colourful art decorates the exterior and interior walls of this little bistro, whose cooking is 100% plant based. Start off with pistachio pâté or wild…

  • Lemon Tree Cafe

    County Waterford

    On the southwestern edge of town, this hybrid cafe/bistro is a great place for breakfast (until noon), lunch (mainly soups, salads and sandwiches) and…

  • Merry's Gastro Pub

    County Waterford

    Lots of polished, dark wood and gleaming brass and copper reflected in antique mirrors create a romantic, old-fashioned atmosphere in this traditional pub…

  • Bodega!

    County Waterford

    Although the colourful Mediterranean-style decor lends it a Spanish air, the latest Bodega! incarnation is contemporary Irish with an emphasis on local…

  • Bay Cafe

    County Waterford

    With views over the harbour and out to sea, this arty cafe serves interesting twists on casual cafe fare. Open-faced seafood sandwiches are the house…

  • Vee Bistro

    County Waterford

    This busy restaurant with tribal art and abstract canvases on the walls has a good breakfast menu that includes stacks of pancakes with bacon and maple…

  • Munster Bar

    County Waterford

    Set in a building dating from 1822, this pub and restaurant has a snug, complete with roaring fire, and a spacious bar in the former coach house. Enjoy…

  • Meades

    County Waterford

    Enjoying an ace position on the town’s main square, this cafe has a cheerful vibe with a kids' corner, sofas to lounge on, papers to read and a menu…

  • Banyan

    County Waterford

    For delicious Thai food, come to this cosy bar and restaurant (with live music in the bar on weekends). Dishes such as tom yum soup, massaman curry and…

  • Summerhouse Cafe

    County Waterford

    Sweet treats at this red-and-yellow-painted cafe span buttery scones with homemade mulberry jam to apple and rhubarb crumble, hazelnut-and-cranberry…

  • White Horses

    County Waterford

    Energetically run by three sisters, this bistro set in a former grocery shop concentrates on fresh local seafood. Push the boat out and try the Dublin Bay…

  • Foley's on the Mall

    County Waterford

    At the heart of Lismore, this inviting Victorian pub – complete with decorative wallpaper, leather-backed benches, an open fire, and a beer garden out the…

  • Ardmore Gallery & Tearoom

    County Waterford

    A winning combination, the gallery displays local art while the teashop sells delicious cakes, plus soup and savoury treats during the summer months…

  • Barron's Bakery

    County Waterford

    This famous local bakery has used the same brick Scotch ovens since 1887. Sandwiches, light meals and a mouth-watering selection of cakes and buns baked…

  • Carter's Chocolate Cafe

    County Waterford

    In addition to Ireland’s famous Lily O’Brien’s chocolates (and wonderfully warming hot chocolate), this shop/cafe has sweet treats such as berry crumble,…