The Restaurant Recommendation Thread

stoutykid · 03-05-2014 01:35PM

ABajaninCork wrote: »

I'm glad to hear the reviews about Tara's. We've been dying to try there for ages. Are they open weekends?

They are def open Saturday not so sure about Sunday. I believe they have a facebook page maybe try that for their opening hours.

leahyl · 04-05-2014 02:19PM

Hi, another positive review for Tara's - was there a few weeks ago, had a goats cheese and roasted vegetable panini - was nice but could have done with a bit more goats cheese alright!

Then had a slice of carrot cake which was beautiful - they have a great selection of cakes

They are open on Sundays too :-)

kcb · 06-05-2014 12:05PM

Lemag wrote: »

The Cornstore.

evilivor wrote: »

Really. That's a pity.

Why? Just curious am I one of the few that thinks The Cornstore is an extremely over-priced and over-hyped place with barely average dishes (I've had a couple of awful dishes in there)....

evilivor · 06-05-2014 12:34PM

kcb wrote: »

Why? Just curious am I one of the few that thinks The Cornstore is an extremely over-priced and over-hyped place with barely average dishes (I've had a couple of awful dishes in there)....

That's why I think it's a pity if they are taking over CBD. I'd prefer if something nice were to open there instead.

gimmick · 06-05-2014 01:46PM

kcb wrote: »

Why? Just curious am I one of the few that thinks The Cornstore is an extremely over-priced and over-hyped place with barely average dishes (I've had a couple of awful dishes in there)....

Its awful. Worst place I have been to in Cork bar none. But it does serve the "plain eater" market, of which there are loads, and thats probably why it has a good name.

kcb · 07-05-2014 12:58PM

gimmick wrote: »

Its awful. Worst place I have been to in Cork bar none. But it does serve the "plain eater" market, of which there are loads, and thats probably why it has a good name.

Good point. The plain eater market is huge and keeps these kind of places alive.

You wouldn't worry about a plain eater place though if they didn't think they were something more than that! What amazes/annoys me most about Cornstore is their attitude. Along with awful service (waited 1.5 hrs one night for starters) and rubbish food (got served a soggy, cold mushroom bruschetta).

I complained about that one and was told come back in for a free lunch! I will yeah!!

Lisa78 · 07-05-2014 01:38PM

My husband and I are heading to Cork for a couple of nights next week (arriving Tues 13th, leaving Thurs 15th) so just looking for a few ideas for places to have lunch and dinner that won't break the bank - early bird menus always good! Have a few ideas from this thread already that I'm going to look into - Market Lane, The Woodford, Serendipity Cafe, but any suggestions are welcome. We're not overly adventerous but don't mind trying most things. We're staying on Middle Glanmire Rd so anywhere around there or in the city centre should be fine - we'll hopefully be walking and want to avoid paying for taxis as much as possible.
Thanks in advance :-)

the beer revolu · 07-05-2014 03:24PM

Lisa78 wrote: »

My husband and I are heading to Cork for a couple of nights next week (arriving Tues 13th, leaving Thurs 15th) so just looking for a few ideas for places to have lunch and dinner that won't break the bank - early bird menus always good! Have a few ideas from this thread already that I'm going to look into - Market Lane, The Woodford, Serendipity Cafe, but any suggestions are welcome. We're not overly adventerous but don't mind trying most things. We're staying on Middle Glanmire Rd so anywhere around there or in the city centre should be fine - we'll hopefully be walking and want to avoid paying for taxis as much as possible.
Thanks in advance :-)

Sar Anise for early bird.
Iyer's South Indian vegetarian cafe for lunch.
Yuan Ming Yuan for Dim sum.
House Cafe, Opera House, for lunch or casual dinner on show nights.

evilivor · 07-05-2014 04:31PM

the beer revolu wrote: »

Sar Anise for early bird.
Iyer's South Indian vegetarian cafe for lunch.
Yuan Ming Yuan for Dim sum.
House Cafe, Opera House, for lunch or casual dinner on show nights.

I'd echo the Star Anise early bird tip. Slavering now at the memory of my last meal there. Mmmm

Lisa78 · 07-05-2014 07:28PM

the beer revolu wrote: »

Sar Anise for early bird.
Iyer's South Indian vegetarian cafe for lunch.
Yuan Ming Yuan for Dim sum.
House Cafe, Opera House, for lunch or casual dinner on show nights.

That's brilliant - thanks very much. Will take note of them!

Lisa78 · 07-05-2014 07:28PM

evilivor wrote: »

I'd echo the Star Anise early bird tip. Slavering now at the memory of my last meal there. Mmmm

Will definitely have to give that a go then :-)

pwurple · 07-05-2014 09:02PM

Jacques early bird runs all night midweek, really liked it the last time i was there.

Market lans is a good choice, maybe look up liberty grill and the electric as well.

whatever76 · 07-05-2014 10:57PM

Crawford Art Gallery also is a nice place for lunch\afternoon tea.
Orzo and Mayne Wine bar also worth a mention !

Lisa78 · 08-05-2014 04:43AM

Thanks pwurple and whatever76.
Getting a good list together - loads of menus to look at and salivate over!!
I actually had the Crawford Art Gallery on my sightseeing list so that'd be handy.

nerwen · 08-05-2014 10:22AM

If you like Italian I'd recommend Italee for lunch one day, it's definitely not bank breaking and it is SO good.

Have fun!

Edit: On a different note I heard that another Chinese place is closing down in addition to the ambassador, Aroma across from the opera house.

the beer revolu · 08-05-2014 11:02AM

nerwen wrote: »

If you like Italian I'd recommend Italee for lunch one day, it's definitely not bank breaking and it is SO good. Have fun!

+1 on Italee.
Not been in a while but used to love it for lunch.

kcb · 08-05-2014 11:20AM

nerwen wrote: »

If you like Italian I'd recommend Italee for lunch one day, it's definitely not bank breaking and it is SO good. Have fun!

Best coffee in town too and probably the most reasonable. What they right is give you a normal sized cup for a decent price. Rather than these awful chain places charging you €3 for a soup bowl of capuccino!

Loire · 09-05-2014 02:10PM

pwurple wrote: »

Jacques early bird runs all night midweek

Love Jacques and didn't know that so thanks!

Loire.

D'Agger · 14-05-2014 01:29PM

Looking forward to trying out Italee at some point, had never heard of it!

nerwen · 14-05-2014 02:14PM

D'Agger wrote: »

Looking forward to trying out Italee at some point, had never heard of it!

Oh, you're in for a treat! Their daily specials are awesome.

On a different note, went to Gambienis on Carey's Lane the other day, have to say I left not feeling very impressed. The spicy meatballs for starters were most definitely microwaved and the main (chicken parmigiana variety), while absolutely massive, was pretty watery and had not seen any real parmesan in it's short life. Service was alright; in general nothing was BAD, but nothing was good either. Thoroughly mediocre and will not be revisited by me. You could probably feed 2 people on 1 main though.

Nonoperational · 15-05-2014 09:15AM

Been to gallo and galetti a few times recently. I think it's absolutely excellent. Love the place.

ABajaninCork · 15-05-2014 09:26AM

Went to the Gourmet Burger Bistro last night for a bite to eat. Just wanted something casual as wanted a change from the Market Lane.

It was really good. I had chicken wings to start, and an American Classic burger for the main. My husband had the Arbutus bread to start and a Full Irish burger to follow. Both were really good, generous portions, and pleasant service. To paraphrase Arnie: We'll be back!!

kcb · 19-05-2014 09:44AM

Nonoperational wrote: »

Been to gallo and galetti a few times recently. I think it's absolutely excellent. Love the place.

I'd agree with that. Had a very nice late lunch there recently; portions were not too big, right size... very flavoursome and quite authentic.

Got a takeaway pizza another time which wasn't as good but I wouldn't let that be the judge of them.

Recommended.

evilivor · 19-05-2014 02:59PM

evilivor wrote: »

A lot of work going on in the former Cafè Bar Deli premises at the moment, anyone know who's going in there?

To answer my own question the name of the new venture is Coqbull so, along with Goldbergs, at least two new eateries in the city.

the beer revolu · 19-05-2014 03:04PM

evilivor wrote: »

To answer my own question the name of the new venture is Coqbull so, along with Goldbergs, at least two new eateries in the city.

where/what is Goldberg's?

evilivor · 19-05-2014 03:06PM

the beer revolu wrote: »

where/what is Goldberg's?

Victoria Road. "Bar and kitchen".

nerwen · 20-05-2014 10:32AM

My friends and I are looking for a pub that does a great carvery style lunch/dinner - anyone got any suggestions? Preferably in the city as we don't drive!

kcb · 20-05-2014 02:03PM

spotted a new place next to The Phoenix too.... a wine bar type place....

leahyl · 20-05-2014 06:24PM

kcb wrote: »

spotted a new place next to The Phoenix too.... a wine bar type place....

That's l'Attitude - that's been there a while, never been mind

sporina · 20-05-2014 07:07PM

isn't that the sunbeam cafe or something? l'atitude is on the corner

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