The Midlands
On the River Shannon's western bank, this mid-19th-century country pub draws on produce from the surrounding area: Roscommon lamb shanks with sweet potato…
Must-see restaurants in The Midlands
Athlone
The intimate bistro at this 11th-century inn has red leather banquettes, chequered tablecloths and timber-panelled walls hung with black-and-white photos…
The Midlands
Dating from 1781 and run by the seventh generation, this upmarket pub serves seasonal and locally sourced dishes, from gourmet lunchtime sandwiches (eg…
The Midlands
Inside an ivy-covered, 200-year-old cottage, this romantic restaurant with white-clothed tables and flickering candles specialises in seafood, such as…
The Midlands
All of the meat and dairy products here come from the family's organic farm on Lough Key. The cafe serves breakfast (eg pancakes with yoghurt and berry…
The Midlands
By the castle wall, Spinners is part of a complex spanning five restored Georgian houses. The whitewashed wine-cocktail bar is the perfect place for a…
Gleeson's Restaurant & Artisan Food & Wine Shop
The Midlands
Local grass-fed lamb is the speciality of Gleeson's elegant restaurant, particularly the stew with rosemary and thyme. Its more casual cafe serves full…
The Midlands
A perfect place to stop after exploring the Slieve Bloom Mountains, this lovely country pub scores across the board. Food ranges from simple sandwiches to…
The Midlands
Italian-Irish owned, this popular town-centre bistro has a wide selection of pasta dishes and pizzas named for famous Italian names (eg Versace, with…
Athlone
With an airy, whitewashed interior, this sophisticated spot combines superior Irish ingredients with Mediterranean and Asian influences. Lunch features…
The Midlands
Organic produce from the gardens at Castle Durrow are utilised by its elegant restaurant throughout the day, from breakfast, lunch and refined afternoon…
Athlone
On Athlone's Left Bank, this boho cafe attracts a laid-back local crowd. All-organic produce is used in breakfast dishes such as avocado toast with…
The Midlands
Set in a small whitewashed cottage by the River Shannon, 5km southeast of Carrick, this humble-looking place belies its innovative Irish-Asian fusion…
Athlone
Fronted by a bright yellow facade, Kin Khao is renowned for its extensive menu of authentic northern Thai dishes, such as larb gai (minced chicken salad),…
The Midlands
Chocolate from a free-flowing fountain awaits as a reward for exploring the county's backroads at this cafe in the centre of Longford town. Fresh,…
Athlone
In fine weather, tables set up on the pavement outside this corner cafe on the Right Bank. Dishes are simple and fresh, such as grilled salmon burgers…
Athlone
Athlone's best pizza is fired up at 450°C in the wood oven of this pizzeria. Toppings span a simple but stellar Margherita to Rustic (wild mushrooms,…
Athlone
Local organic produce forms the basis of the menu at this lovely cafe, which might feature sourdough croissants, cheese, spinach and ham toasties, and…
The Midlands
Decked out with 1920s-vintage-style decor and comfy sofas, with jazz playing in the background, this cute cafe makes everything in-house daily, including…
The Midlands
This 200-year-old traditional thatched pub 2.2km southeast of Birr is a great place to sip a pint or enjoy a meal at lunch (à la carte) or dinner (fixed…
The Midlands
In the King House courtyard, this little cafe serves coffee, tea and cakes (including a luxurious red velvet cake) and light lunches, like soups,…
The Midlands
In a wood-beamed stone building within the Market Yard Centre, this family-friendly restaurant has an extensive menu of classic Italian dishes, including…
The Midlands
Next to the Fore Valley car park, this small stone cafe serves soups, salads, sandwiches and cakes. It doubles as a tourist information office and screens…
The Midlands
Old-world pub and shop Killeens is renowned for its lively traditional music six nights a week from March to September and at weekends during the rest of…
The Midlands
On Saturdays, this weekly open-air market at King House has stalls selling cakes, biscuits, slices, breads, cheeses, jams, preserves, chutneys, fruit and…
The Midlands
Perennially popular, Oscar's is the place to go for upmarket comfort food (steaks, stir fries, barbecued rubs, smoky chicken wings, burgers et al) and a…
The Midlands
Set in an old haberdashery shop named Bramley's, framed by floor-to-ceiling windows, this light, bright cafe serves simple dishes, such as quiches, pies,…
Athlone
Spread over two levels, Murphy's Law is a mainstay for all-day breakfasts (traditional Irish, omelettes, French toast with bacon and maple syrup) and pub…
The Midlands
In the centre of town, Emma's serves a whole range of salads, sandwiches, pastries and cakes, along with local products such as jams and chocolates.
