[Competition Closed] Win a stay with dinner at Dublin's 5 Star Shelbourne Hotel

Aard

My favourite restaurant is the Japanese restaurant Koishi in Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. The quality of the food there is second to none. The sashimi always has the most amazing texture, and the portions are generous. The staff is all Japanese, and, naturally, the service is impeccable - attentive, without being overbearing.


Also, thanks Michael!

Bubblefett

If anyone finds themselves out the dalkey direction, Bennitoes on the main street is fantastic
It's never too crowded, really relaxing atmosphere and fantastic italian food
And there's plenty of pubs in the area for a drink before or after

C.O.Y.B.I.B

Favourite Resaturant is Indie Spice in Swords . Great Food and great specials .

Morrisseeee

Casey's of Baltimore, great hotel, great restaraunt & great views, with the added bonus of a cosy pub, and...........not forgetting the stunning location of Baltimore itself !

Monkey61

Best restaurant in Dublin for me has to be Elephant and Castle in Temple Bar. Perfect place for a Sunday lunch after a nearby pint or glass of wine. I know everyone raves about the chicken wings, but for me it is all about the burgers. Interesting combinations - Garlic burger, Stilton and bacon, Curry soured cream etc. Yes okay I am having a year long go at being a vegetarian, but as soon as the year is up I might just let myself have one of these before returning to the tofu!

orlaie

The nicest hotel I had the pleasure of staying in was Finnstown House Hotel in Lucan. The food is excellent there. I liked the atmosphere so much we had our wedding reception there. Everyone commented on the service we received there.

Just as a matter of interest the nicest/best restaurant outside of Dublin for me is Neven Maguire's McNean's Bistro in Blacklion, Cavan. I've eaten there five times now and I'll be back again next April-the earliest date I could get but well worth the wait.

washiskin

Although off the beaten path. my favourite hotel is Currarevagh House just outside Oughterard in Galway - very old world charm with proper bed linen and lovely afternoon tea in the drawing room, which has spectacular views of Lough Corrib.

As for restaurant, Charming Noodles on Parnell Street in Dublin 1.
Great prices, great staff and fantastic value for money - best soup noodle in Dublin - the salt and chilli squid is amazing.

clancyoo7

My favourite place to eat fagans in Drumcondra, always good food and great value

rose_2

I would reccomend the Eastern Seaboard in bryanstown in Drogheda, great menu, delicious fresh food and very very reasonable prices, good atmosphere and lovely cosy fully stocked bar area!!

geraldino

My favourite - Ardilaun Hotel Galway for fantastic lunch - and so tasty!

Remo

Baan Thai in Ballsbridge is my favourite as it has excellent food and a lovely atmosphere every time

collymcd

Fire on Dawson street is my favorite. Food is just delicious and the restaurant's design is just brilliant. The massive fire place makes all the difference and is even used for cooking!

themagicmunkey

My favourite restaurant is Koh in Dublin. It has spectacular asian fusion food and when you are satiated you can retired to the lounge area for cocktails. Its a very cool vibe in the whole place and I always really enjoy a night out there. I discovered it at a birthday party originally and the host was very accommodating (with cake!) and great craic.

Tazz T

My selection woiuld have to be the Pearl Brasserie in Baggot St. Serene underground atmosphere, superb cooking and very attentive service.

What makes it special for me is that I can order something I wouldn't normally order and always be amazed by the results. Special mention goes to the oysters with red wine vinegrette and the stunning Irish whiskey and coffee creme brulee.

I believe I should win this prize as I haven't been able to afford to go there in two years and a night at the Shelbourne this xmas would make me a very happy bunny. i've been a very good boy all year.

By the way, did I mention I do a lot of good work for charity?

jelly&icecream

My favourite restaurant in Dublin is probably Yamamori (the one on the north quays). The food is always consistently good and you can always walk in and get a seat. There are undoubtedly nicer, fancier restaurants in Dublin but because of its affordability and reliability I'm a big fan of this place. Also you don't feel too guilty afterwards because the food is actually pretty healthy!

enda1

Favourite restaurant in Dublin is the Town Bar & Grill on Kildare street.

Nice atmosphere, service and food. Reasonably priced with knowledgeable staff and a descent wine list.

Service for me is paramount so lots of maybe "finer" restaurants will lose out for me on this point.

puppydogeyes

My favourite Dublin hotel at the moment is the Mount Herbert for its close proximity to the Luas and Dublin city centre and the fact that it offers free and secure parking. Great when your from the sticks.

iora_rua

When I visit Cork, my favourite restaurant is the Star Anise on Bridge Street. It's central, near Patrick's Bridge, with a pleasant and welcoming interior. More importantly, the food is seasonal, damn good and reasonably priced. And, they do a decent Early Bird menu!

bridget.laitly

Wow, that looks like a fantastic getaway!

Hands down, my favourite is Blair's Inn – a lovely family-run pub just outside of Blarney, Co Cork.

Fabulous service and a genuine feeling of warmth every time we've visited –*oh, and the food is amazing (they've won all those awards for a reason, afterall)! Go on a chilly night and warm up by the fire, or book ahead for an incredible dinner, but be warned, locals love it too and spaces fill quickly (we've had Valentine's dinner booked since last year).

bazman

Current favourite is Le Bon Crubeen, Dublin. Reason is because they have a top chef, the food is fab and are extremely cheap. Location is convenient also. Nice bar attached also.

haydo333

Best restaurant in Cork has to be Eco's in Douglas. Huge menu with lots of variety for everyone. They have pastas, Indian curries, stir-fries, fish, meat dishes and the longest dessert menu i have ever seen! Staff are very friendly and they are child friendly but that doesn't mean they allow them to run wild so our meal wasn't interrupted. Food is lightning quick and very tasty! The best thing is that they wouldn't turn anyone away they will always fit you in.

Love Eco's!

celticbest

My favourite hotel in Dublin is the Carnegie Court Hotel in Swords, nice friendly staff!

Cadiz

My favourite restaurant is White Gables near Moycullen in Galway. Family run place, lovely attention to detail and friendliness, sublime food.

pikachucheeks

My favourite restaurant is JD's Steakhouse in Terenure.
I like it because it offers great food at an affordable price, within a friendly and family-orientated atmosphere.

BC

This is interesting but really difficult!

Kinara in Clontarf is brilliant. I'm a huge fan of Indian food but find that its really difficult to find good indian food in Dublin. Kinara is miles ahead of anywhere else in the city for this type of food in my opinion, and I reckon i've probably tried most of them! The quality of the meals is just great, i've never had a bad meal there. Always a good atomsphere too.

Stellin

Last time I was in Cork with my girlfriend we ate at the Fishy Fishy restaurant in Kinsale. Probably the nicest seafood restuarant in Ireland, with The Point in Cahirciveen a close second.

declanobrennan

Nice prize. And definitely it's Chez Max in Dublin City Centre.

Declan

saffron22

Jurys Doyle hotel on Washington road in Cork. Excellent hotel and very friendly

all_smilz

I love Eco's in Douglas, Cork, the menu is great, its lovely and cosy but not dingy, accessible to Cork city centre, the staff are really friendly and know the menu inside out and its wonderful value for money.

Miguel_Sanchez

My favourite restaurant at the moment in Dublin is Fire on Dawson Street. Partly because it's got great food and good friendly service and partly because it's where I took my girlfriend out to dinner for the first time.