The Restaurant Recommendation Thread

the beer revolu · 30-12-2017 08:00AM

pwurple wrote: »

Yeah, me too on the burger, quality is there, happy to pay for good quality.

I don’t begrudge anyone earning money, but serving a can with a straw ( no ice, no glass) and charging 4 times your cost is a bit blatant, you know what I mean?

That's cheeky, alright.
Just have free tap water - that comes in a glass!

dudara · 30-12-2017 06:18PM

We had lunch (well brunch) at Ali’s Kitchen today. I’d wanted to try their black pudding hash, but unfortunately they were out of black pudding, so it was a bacon hash instead. Others had the hot smoked salmon dish and a chorizo & chickpea stew. All dishes had two poached eggs and their Hollandaise sauce is good, although I would personally have liked a little more. Extra toast was bought over at no charge, so bonus marks for that.

Cappuccino was good, and the buns & cakes looked delicious. Place was buzzing also, which is great to see.

dinneenp · 30-12-2017 06:58PM

Hi,
I'm looking for breakfast recommendation within walking distance of McCurtin St that'll be open tomorrow (NYE). Not a greasy spoon place.

Cheers,
Pa

sporina · 30-12-2017 07:12PM

Lunch in Market lane: party of 6 inc. toddler... absolutely blown away by the service and the food was 10/10 - could not fault it.. those who had the soup adored it... mains were all devoured and more chips requested (skin on - delish).. mains had - fish pie, steak sandwich, fish and chips, halloumi salad (divine hmmmm can still taste the dressing - chili and orange).. and a soup and 1/2 sandwich (the full would be too big for one surely).. Then deserts - and brownie sundae and berry and pear crumble were had.. all devoured.. and one of the company is a former cook so knows her food. They were visiting us so was hoping that they would be happy and I am glad to say that they were... v much so. Had booked the Corn Store but changed my mind this morn - was lucky to get a table - place was v v busy!
But hat's off to the waiter we had - I hope that he is well looked after in there because he was flawless.. customer service of the highest degree.. we wanted for nothing - timings were perfect, water refilled before empty, looked after the toddler soo well - high chair, markers and colouring book, baby bowl ( which all the adults tasted and enjoyed too lol)...

So yeah - well done Market Lane - A benchmark for restaurants in the city for sure! (and i am fussy)

igCorcaigh · 30-12-2017 07:31PM

dinneenp wrote: »

Hi,
I'm looking for breakfast recommendation within walking distance of McCurtin St that'll be open tomorrow (NYE). Not a greasy spoon place.

Cheers,
Pa

Cafe spresso on McCurtin Street? I haven't been, so maybe other posters can chip in.

igCorcaigh · 30-12-2017 07:33PM

dinneenp wrote: »

Hi,
I'm looking for breakfast recommendation within walking distance of McCurtin St that'll be open tomorrow (NYE). Not a greasy spoon place.

Cheers,
Pa

There's also Tara's tea rooms, haven't been there either.

sporina · 30-12-2017 08:28PM

dinneenp wrote: »

Hi,
I'm looking for breakfast recommendation within walking distance of McCurtin St that'll be open tomorrow (NYE). Not a greasy spoon place.

Cheers,
Pa

Gallaghers on McCurtain st - top notch

Tara's is a bit stiff

Cork Lass · 30-12-2017 08:31PM

sporina wrote: »

Lunch in Market lane: party of 6 inc. toddler... absolutely blown away by the service and the food was 10/10 - could not fault it.. those who had the soup adored it... mains were all devoured and more chips requested (skin on - delish).. mains had - fish pie, steak sandwich, fish and chips, halloumi salad (divine hmmmm can still taste the dressing - chili and orange).. and a soup and 1/2 sandwich (the full would be too big for one surely).. Then deserts - and brownie sundae and berry and pear crumble were had.. all devoured.. and one of the company is a former cook so knows her food. They were visiting us so was hoping that they would be happy and I am glad to say that they were... v much so. Had booked the Corn Store but changed my mind this morn - was lucky to get a table - place was v v busy!
But hat's off to the waiter we had - I hope that he is well looked after in there because he was flawless.. customer service of the highest degree.. we wanted for nothing - timings were perfect, water refilled before empty, looked after the toddler soo well - high chair, markers and colouring book, baby bowl ( which all the adults tasted and enjoyed too lol)...

So yeah - well done Market Lane - A benchmark for restaurants in the city for sure! (and i am fussy)

Happy out to read this - I got a €100 voucher for there as a Christmas present.

northgirl · 30-12-2017 08:32PM

dinneenp wrote: »

Hi,
I'm looking for breakfast recommendation within walking distance of McCurtin St that'll be open tomorrow (NYE). Not a greasy spoon place.

Cheers,
Pa

Perry street cafe is a 10 minute walk across Patrick's Bridge. Not sure if that's too far but they've a fairly nice selection and I think open at 10 on Sundays.

sporina · 30-12-2017 09:43PM

northgirl wrote: »

Perry street cafe is a 10 minute walk across Patrick's Bridge. Not sure if that's too far but they've a fairly nice selection and I think open at 10 on Sundays.

not had b'fast in Perry St but it is with regret that I have to say that we had a v v poor experience there last week - 3 deserts - 2 were pretty much inedible - toblerone cheese cake - was soo bad.. thick and heavy - and a muffin - just tasted awful - like too much artificial lemon or something.. bakewell slice was ok - but nothing tasted homemade.. and €23 for those 3 and 4 coffee's..

not a lover of the place either - v noisy (though was not too busy) - just echo-y, interior is like a shed.. chairs uncomfortable.. don't like the self service aspect - not for me

maybe regular food is good - i dunno

dinneenp · 30-12-2017 09:43PM

sporina wrote: »

Gallaghers on McCurtain st - top notch

Tara's is a bit stiff

Cheers. U like the idea of somewhere loungy, tara's looks nice but stiff chairs alright.

If we can expand to anywhere (eg 20 min walk) is somewhere like Sohos better?
Thanks, Pa

igCorcaigh · 30-12-2017 09:47PM

Everywhere in city centre is within a few minutes walk. If you're going to go as far as soho (less than 10 minutes surely), you might as well go to liberty grill on Washington Street, which is very popular for breakfast, if a little pricey.

northgirl · 30-12-2017 09:58PM

igCorcaigh wrote: »

Everywhere in city centre is within a few minutes walk. If you're going to go as far as soho (less than 10 minutes surely), you might as well go to liberty grill on Washington Street, which is very popular for breakfast, if a little pricey.

Agreed. Liberty Grill is usually not open on Sunday unfortunately but maybe there's an exception tomorrow.

igCorcaigh · 30-12-2017 10:01PM

northgirl wrote: »

Agreed. Liberty Grill is usually not open on Sunday unfortunately but maybe there's an exception tomorrow.

Oops. Thanks for that. I just checked and they are CLOSED tomorrow.

northgirl · 30-12-2017 10:04PM

igCorcaigh wrote: »

Oops. Thanks for that. I just checked and they are CLOSED tomorrow.

You're bang on though. 20 minutes walk is most of town. I've heard decent enough things about SpitJack but can't give a personal recommendation.

igCorcaigh · 30-12-2017 10:12PM

Cafe Velo is open tomorrow morning at 9. That might be quite nice.

sporina · 30-12-2017 10:30PM

dinneenp wrote: »

Cheers. U like the idea of somewhere loungy, tara's looks nice but stiff chairs alright.

If we can expand to anywhere (eg 20 min walk) is somewhere like Sohos better?
Thanks, Pa

well if your willing to walk then how about The Parlour Cafe on the coal quay? No fry up's but lots of egg dishes.. its my go to for brunch... adore it... small but food is top notch... hmm.. egg's royale.. and its very romantic - even at midday

Nonoperational · 31-12-2017 11:33AM

sporina wrote: »

Lunch in Market lane: party of 6 inc. toddler... absolutely blown away by the service and the food was 10/10 - could not fault it.. those who had the soup adored it... mains were all devoured and more chips requested (skin on - delish).. mains had - fish pie, steak sandwich, fish and chips, halloumi salad (divine hmmmm can still taste the dressing - chili and orange).. and a soup and 1/2 sandwich (the full would be too big for one surely).. Then deserts - and brownie sundae and berry and pear crumble were had.. all devoured.. and one of the company is a former cook so knows her food. They were visiting us so was hoping that they would be happy and I am glad to say that they were... v much so. Had booked the Corn Store but changed my mind this morn - was lucky to get a table - place was v v busy!
But hat's off to the waiter we had - I hope that he is well looked after in there because he was flawless.. customer service of the highest degree.. we wanted for nothing - timings were perfect, water refilled before empty, looked after the toddler soo well - high chair, markers and colouring book, baby bowl ( which all the adults tasted and enjoyed too lol)...

So yeah - well done Market Lane - A benchmark for restaurants in the city for sure! (and i am fussy)

What a ridiculous post....:P

A full soup and sandwich is not at all too much for one! :P In fairness Market Lane is extremely consistent, and they price themselves right. The food is excellent and the staff too.

the beer revolu · 31-12-2017 12:11PM

I've only been to Gallagher's once. I should probably give it another go but what happened was kinda annoying.
Menu offered a choice of white, brown or soda bread for their sandwiches. I asked for brown. What came out was brown soda bread. When I queried it, I was bluntly told that I had asked for brown bread and that is what I got.
Wtf is the soda bread, so? I doubt that they had white soda and if they did, why not specify that the brown was also soda bread?

sporina · 31-12-2017 01:07PM

Nonoperational wrote: »

What a ridiculous post....:P

A full soup and sandwich is not at all too much for one! :P In fairness Market Lane is extremely consistent, and they price themselves right. The food is excellent and the staff too.

what is ridiculous about the post? I don't know about you but its rare I have experienced such all round great quality food and top notch customer service in a restaurant..

and yes if you saw the size of the half sandwich you would see how it would be enough with a full soup - and it was enough for the male in our company who had it (lunch)

31-12-2017 01:37PM

Market Lane is consistently great. Only had a bad "meal" there once. Was about 5 years ago and wasn't very hungry so got a starter which I didn't really like.

Been numerous times since and always blown away. The staff are really well trained there. A girl I know used to work there and I remember when she started she had to study for an exam which involved learning off diagrams of cows to point out where the meat came from, different wine regions etc... They should do this in all restaurants.

It's my birthday next week and was thinking of going to Cafe Paradiso but the last time I went it was only okay. So will be going to Market Lane I'd say!

dinneenp · 31-12-2017 02:11PM

Hi,
Looking for pizza recommendation please? Love Milanos pizza biut want to try somewhere else.
Cheers,
Pa

dudara · 31-12-2017 02:13PM

I remember reading an article a few months with the owners of Market Lane etc and I was really impressed with how much they looked after their staff. It clearly shows

EDiT: Found it

https://www.independent.ie/life/food-drink/food-news/service-with-a-smile-36014955.html

Jentle Grenade · 31-12-2017 02:18PM

dinneenp wrote: »

Hi,
Looking for pizza recommendation please? Love Milanos pizza biut want to try somewhere else.
Cheers,
Pa

Palmento is my favourite. It's in Douglas.

Edit: sorry, my baby brain fog is terrible at the moment.

31-12-2017 02:48PM

dinneenp wrote: »

Hi,
Looking for pizza recommendation please? Love Milanos pizza biut want to try somewhere else.
Cheers,
Pa

My favourite is the pizza in the Fran well pub.

Nonoperational · 31-12-2017 03:31PM

sporina wrote: »

what is ridiculous about the post? I don't know about you but its rare I have experienced such all round great quality food and top notch customer service in a restaurant..

and yes if you saw the size of the half sandwich you would see how it would be enough with a full soup - and it was enough for the male in our company who had it (lunch)

You completely missed the tongue in cheekness of my post! I wasnt being serious!

Malari · 31-12-2017 03:35PM

Jentle Grenade wrote: »

Palmento is my favourite. It's on Douglas Street.

No, Palmento is in Douglas! You are possibly thinking of Novacento?

Lia_lia wrote: »

My favourite is the pizza in the Fran well pub.

Mine too!

Gamb!t · 31-12-2017 05:16PM

dinneenp wrote: »

Hi,
Looking for pizza recommendation please? Love Milanos pizza biut want to try somewhere else.
Cheers,
Pa

Nove Cento(McCurtain st,Douglas st).
Palmento (Douglas)
Sober lane (Sullivans Quay).

rosie16 · 31-12-2017 05:21PM

Are there many restaurants open tomorrow in town?

sporina · 31-12-2017 06:54PM

Lia_lia wrote: »

Market Lane is consistently great. Only had a bad "meal" there once. Was about 5 years ago and wasn't very hungry so got a starter which I didn't really like.

Been numerous times since and always blown away. The staff are really well trained there. A girl I know used to work there and I remember when she started she had to study for an exam which involved learning off diagrams of cows to point out where the meat came from, different wine regions etc... They should do this in all restaurants.

It's my birthday next week and was thinking of going to Cafe Paradiso but the last time I went it was only okay. So will be going to Market Lane I'd say!

or if you like middle eastern/lebanese style food why not try ORSO - same owners as Market Lane - but the food is a little bit more adventurous - delish - though no booking and its tiny so say you plan to go on a fri/sat night and eat at 8 - go at say 7.15 - put your name on a waiting list - go to maynes and have a drink and they will call you when your table is ready - usually they have a 30/45 min wait

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