That's some treat!
Enjoy.
Nice.
Ive got (fully vaxed) family travelling to stay with us in a few weeks, those are the exact three places I booked to show off Cork.
Any reports on Moody Cafe Vin ? Have friends coming to cork next month so thinking of trying it out.
I've never liked Hamlet's or the Blue Haven in Kinsale but the mrs convinced me to go there with her on Sunday evening to try the new Street Food menu. Have to say, the prawn tacos were amazing and I'd get them again 10 times over. The real let down though was the crappy bland frozen chips. Overall it's worth a visit.
Had another cracking meal in The Glass Curtain on Friday. Just went with the tasting menu again.
I really like this Restaurant. It's firmly in my top three restaurants in Cork. Paradiso and Ichigo Ichie being the other two.
Anglers at Leemount another option.
Are you city based? Where does she like, or what kind of food? Are there younger children also coming along, or are you looking for something more grown up.
Here are a few off the top of my head
Restaurants:
Hotels:
Were at the Elm Tree for dinner:
The good : Starters were nice, homemade bread, got sparkling water served with lemon and strawberries. Wife's main was nice.
The bad: my burger was utterly bland. Sides were boring too. Totally unseasoned.
The ugly: not that I worry too much that there was no social distancing. Between ourselves and neighbors were 30 cm. No check-in of covid passes. But worse: when I complained about the bland main, waitress was very apologetic and went off. Last time we saw her, no further check if we want coffee, tea, dessert or pay. So after 10 minutes went to the bar and paid.
Looking for a recommendation for dinner for daughters confirmation. It's midweek in October and lots of places not doing reservations or residents only in some hotels.
Thanks
Good day Deli for brekkie over the weekend, that place is such a delicious treat. Poached eggs , haloumi and toast done right, yum.
I am completely confused by their local sourcing claims though. Hot chocolate, tea and coffee are all available, and apple juice. But not orange juice because oranges don’t grow here. Tea , coffee and chocolate don’t either though?
Pancakes can come with coconut creme fraiche or honey, but not lemon juice or maple syrup because I was told lemons and maple syrup aren’t Irish. But coconuts somehow are? Where do I get an Irish coconut?
I’m perfectly ok with places not stocking every option under the sun, that’s fine, it’s their restaurant. it’s just the logic of their justification is jarring.
Was in there before Covid - maybe 2018/2019 and it was the worst meal I had in a long time - I had eggs benedict and the hollandaise was laced in vinegar, it was just really, really bad....I think the Bodega needs a good overhaul cos it could be great - it's gone very run down I think....now, I haven't been in there since that time, so maybe it has changed aesthetically but clearly the food hasn't.
Hadn't been to the Bodega for food in ages so met a few friends there for lunch today. I remember it used to be good but fairly nondescript now. Long time since I saw a slice of that highly processed orange cheese served on a burger. I'm sure I'll have a drink there in future but won't be bothering with their food again.
i hope this post doesn't represent your view on the world? ekk
sounds fab @yogalady - gonna book a table for the near future
In the last 12 months I've ordered for collection 3 times from West Cork Burger Co.
On each occasion the order was wrong, only discovered when home. The 3rd and last time, I had been given the complete wrong bag with someone else's order.
This was despite double checking and repeating my order and name with the 'server' when they handed me the order (wary from my previous experience).
The first 2 occasions they forgot sides, didn't add extras, didn't remove requests.
When I called up they were less than helpful on the phone. My point to them, during Takeaway only times, is that they have one job to do correctly - get the order right.
They failed to do that on every occasion.
We had West Cork Burger Company the other night, delivered via Deliveroo so that would account for the tepid food we received. Food was fine, portions were fine but my bugbear was that we included special requests for the items order (no X, Y etc). All of which was ignored. It's not a big deal - we're not intolerant to any foods and it was a personal preference thing. But if you had a specific food allergy or vehement dislike, I wouldn't trust it.
We also got Holy Smokes, again via Deliveroo. Mrs Pen Rua got the crispy naked Korean fried chicken bites which was was happy out with (albeit we had assumed it was sauced, it was not but some BBQ was on the side), and I got a rack of ribs. The latter was a much larger portion than I anticipated. It was good quality meat and was tender but not fall off the bone. The fries travelled super well which is great for delivery.
Yes I showed my friend the photo and he asked if the chef had parkinsons.
I, irrationally, hate the dried herbs that they sprinkle around the edges of the plates!
I was there last night. Fecking delicious! We got the kofte grill and the Mashawy mixed grill. If you like your grilled meats defo give it a try. Portion size was big enough. Didn't have a starter and couldn't fit a dessert into us either.
There's a good variety on the menu like stews, falafels and vegan stuff. I need to go back and try them.
it's surprisingly not spicy but the flavours are still great. I would personally like a bit more heat. Perhaps Syrian food is just not spicy? They definitely use delicious herbs and spices but don't expect Indian style chilli flavors.
There's a big serving of Syrian bread not seen in these pics.
I was there last year, and found the food nice but a bit plain. Needed more zing.
But I might head back just for this: Makloubeh: A sort of upside down cake of lamb, rice and vegetables.
Anyone know whats happening with the Viaduct Inn? Seems to be closed all of the time.
Iyer's is just along the quay from Nala's and their food is really good, I think they might be closed for holidays next week going by their Facebook page, but worth checking out if they're open.
Myo is a cute cafe along there as well, I seem to remember them having some vegan options. A nice place for a coffee anyhow.
Staying in Shandon next week .. recommendations? Four Liars and Nalas look great. any other places with good vegetarian options? TIA
Had another fantastic evening in Paradisso last night.
I really love the small plates format. I'd highly recommend trying it while this version of Paradisso is here.
Amazing wine list, too!
Went to Four Liars this evening. Really enjoyed meal. Casual place and great Syrian food and really good choice. Would definitely return
Dino's
Supermacs do party buckets
Any recommendations for takeaway for a children party of 15? Need chips, so dominoes is out.
It divides people.
Personally, while I'd love to like it, I find it rather bland and dull.
Others love it.
Just wondering what the Four Liars Syrian restaurant is like? Keen to try it
Model shop is still there too. It's going into the unit next to this, was a phone unlocking/repair shop previously.
