Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Munster

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Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for restaurants that have the most vibrant bar scenes in Munster? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Cornstore, Limerick

4.7

4.7 (1727)

€30 and under

Steak

Limerick City

About the restaurant

Owing to the success of the Cornstore Wine Bar & Restaurant Cork, a sister restaurant was opened in Limerick in November 2008, situated on the newly refurbished and pedestrianised street, Thomas Street.

The concepts boasts 3 floors offering a lively, buzzy, Manhattan style surrounding, including private dining and contemporary heated smoking area. The interior is mirrored to match the stylish elegance of its sister restaurant in Cork with intricate floor tiling, pewter style bar, cosy booths and intimate lighting.

Like Cork, the menu consists of premium steaks and quality seafood, an extensive drinks list with cocktails, new world beers and a vast wine list.
Both Cornstore buildings were selected because of their historic presence and the belief that the old and new can be successfully combined to create an old style feel with a modern ambiance.

Top review

Helen

Dined 2 days ago

Good food in a fabulous atmosphere and nice decor. Staff very friendly and attentive. Reasonable value.

Coqbull - Castletroy

4.7

4.7 (339)

€30 and under

Burgers

Limerick City

About the restaurant

Coqbull Restaurant is a chicken and burger concept with its mouth-watering menu of delicious chicken and gourmet beef burgers as well as an array of tantalising coqtails and local craft beers, focussing on casual dining.
The name CoqBull originates from the simplicity of the locally sourced ingredients and conjures up images of rubbing, marinating, charring, shaking etc with a cool edgy, laid back vibe offering something new and exciting for the casual dining scene in Castletroy.

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Izabela

Dined 1 day ago

As always, fantastic food and excellent service. Great restaurant and we couldn't recommend it enough.

BODEGA 1830

4.7

4.7 (402)

€30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Clonmel

About the restaurant

At Bodega 1830 we wanted to create an authentic yet modern tapas experience that would not feel out of place if it were on a busy street in Madrid or Barcelona. Coupled with the very best wine selection, we hope that when you walk through the door that you leave the busy Clonmel streets behind for a delicious and delectable taste of Spain.

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Daniel

Dined 1 day ago

Delicious food, very pleasant place, friendly staff

360 COOKHOUSE

4.7

4.7 (298)

€31 to €50

Irish

Dungarvan

About the restaurant

We host an atmosphere that acts as a place for friends, wanderers and adventurers to come together to share delicious food and drink in Dungarvan.

360 Cookhouse opened in 2016 and has been nestled in the Culinary Quarter of Dungarvan ever since.
This cosy yet large premises, previously, The Park House - highlights our passion for local ingredients, honest cooking, and a casual fun dining atmosphere.

Influenced by the Basque and Mediterranean Regions: Our Unique Twist
We take culinary inspiration from the sun-soaked shores of the Mediterranean. Our menu is a canvas for our chefs to showcase their creativity, twisting traditional flavours into something entirely new and exciting. So come on in, kick back with a glass of wine, and let us take you on a wild and delicious ride.

Loved by locals and travelling foodies alike now is the perfect time for you to join us today at 360 Cookhouse to experience the full circle of Dungarvan, Co Waterford.

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Breda

Dined 3 days ago

Food was great Service was great Staff so nice Loved it Always consistent quality.

ACES Limerick

4.7

4.7 (202)

€30 and under

European

Castletroy

About the restaurant

ACES Limerick delivers a space dedicated to customer experience. Not satisfied with what was on offer, the Doherty brothers designed a space to maximise the opportunity for great times together. Located in Castletroy Park Retail Park, ACES's specialises in tapas/small plates, Neapolitan-style pizza, and premium ingredient cocktails. ACES's also offers a full drinks menu including a great selection of wines and draught beer.

*For reservations of more than 8 people or general enquiries, please contact ACES via Whatsapp on 0861765836.*

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Kathleen

Dined 1 day ago

3time there since November. Just beautiful again. Service, food, staff all very good

Killarney Brewing & Distilling Company

4.6

4.6 (449)

€30 and under

Dining Bar

Killarney

About the restaurant

The Brand Home of Killarney Brewing & Distilling Co. is located on the picturesque Ring of Kerry, right outside Killarney town, with views of the magnificent MacGillycuddy Reeks, Gap of Dunloe, and the Lakes of Killarney. Join us and explore our core range of beers, seasonal beers, spirits and specialty cocktails along with a selection of wines.

Enjoy your food in our inviting and relaxed atmosphere. The restaurant and bar offers both inspiring views across the famous MacGillycuddy Reeks & a sneak peek to our brewery and distillery floors. The interior style creates a casual and welcoming experience for families, friend groups, date nights or whatever your occasion.

Our dishes are carefully curated using locally sourced ingredients, working closely with our local suppliers and most importantly selected to complement our core Killarney Beers & Spirits. The resulting menu includes our legendary Blonde Beer Battered Fish & Chips, along with mouth-watering Burgers, Wings & much more.

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Christina

Dined 7 days ago

Such a wonderful experience for the festive season, meeting Santa was wonderful, he was so patient and kind to my daughter who has special needs. Santy got down on the floor to play with her, and I couldn't recommend this place enough. So inclusive, the most attentive staff and excellent food. One of the best family experiences we have had in a long time, top class service.

Cornstore, Cork

4.5

4.5 (1680)

€30 and under

International

Cork City

About the restaurant

The Cornstore Cork is committed to using local Irish produce. Our chefs cook from the heart with a blend of the freshest ingredients as well as free range and organic products that are in season. The restaurant is fueled by our passion to deliver quality produce at affordable prices with warm hospitality in a landmark historic building.

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Koen

Dined 3 days ago

The tomahawk Beef was amazing.................................

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Sophie's @ The Dean Cork

4.3

4.3 (1877)

€31 to €50

European

Cork City

About the restaurant

Head for the 6th floor for panoramic views and delectable bites at Sophie’s Rooftop Restaurant, complete with two cosy terraces, or take it easy at The Dean Bar on our ground floor, the choice is yours!

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Emma

Dined 2 days ago

The best meal I’ve ever had, best service, best vibes 🥂

Coqbull

4.2

4.2 (717)

€30 and under

Comfort Food

Cork City

About the restaurant

Coqbull is a chicken and burger specialist restaurant with its mouth-watering menu of delicious rotisserie chicken, top class wings, homemade sauces and gourmet beef burgers, also offering stonebaked pizza as well as an array of tantalising coqtails and local craft beers.

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Jacinta

Dined 1 day ago

It was a fantastic evening. Gluten free food and services were brilliant, Staff were very helpful. Definitely will be going back.

House Limerick

4.2

4.2 (699)

€30 and under

European

Limerick City

About the restaurant

At House, Our beautiful spaces are designed to entertain you and your family, friends and guests. Join us on the banks of the Shannon river to enjoy a relaxed time with us here in House Limerick. We look forward to welcoming you.

Christmas Opening hours -7 days a week Follow our website and social media

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Pat

Dined on 11 Dec 2024

Lovely food. Very nice waiting staff. Absolutely gorgeous surroundings. Had the prawn Pil Pil to start and shared that between 2. Highly recommend. But it’s a bit hot 🌶️ Had Fillet steak and Monk fish for mains. Delicious and cooked to perfection. Our dinner Rez was for 8pm on Wednesday night, it was quiet there but if it was the weekend I know it would be crazy. Delighted we got to experience it on a normal night. Will definitely be returning. Fillet steak was €42 with fries or mash Monk fish €29 with beans

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