Cullens at The Cottage

Name: Cullens at The Cottage
Address: Ashford Castle, Cong, Co. Mayo, Ireland, Republic of, F31 CA48
Telephone: (094) 954 6003
Price range: €31 to €50
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (240)

€31 to €50

International

Ashford Castle, Cong, Co. Mayo F31 CA48

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2 people

Jun 30, 2025

11:30 PM

Booked 11 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Romantic

Nestled in a charming thatched cottage with a rich history as Cong Cinema, Cullen's at the Cottage offers a relaxed dining experience. Savour locally-inspired cuisine and the freshest seafood, including our signature Seafood Platter, in a cosy cottage setting.

As you enter, the inviting aromas from our rotisserie oven greet you. At the cottage's front, our patio offers a serene setting to enjoy alfresco lunches in the summer, with a view of Ashford Castle.

Advance reservations are highly recommended, as this restaurant welcomes both castle guests and residents.
Open daily for lunch and dinner (subject to availability). Ashford Castle residents, The Lodge residents, and external visitors are welcome. Reservations are required.

Lunch: 12pm to 2:30pm (Monday to Sunday from June to August and weekends only in May and September)

Dinner: 5.30pm to 9.30pm (14th March to 31st October)

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
€31 to €50
Cuisines
International
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(094) 954 6003
Website
http://www.ashfordcastle.com/food-and-drink/cullens-at-the-cottage
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Liam Finnegan

Location
Ashford Castle, Cong, Co. Mayo F31 CA48
Neighborhood
Cong
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Kosher, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 240 people are saying

Cullens at The Cottage reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Connacht
Most Booked

240 Reviews

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Dublin2 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Unfortunately our experience was not what we expected for a restaurant on the grounds of Ashford Castle. The staff were very pleasant but the service was slow and food was just ok. We were a little disappointed as we celebrating 2 birthdays also.
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NittanyEater
Philadelphia County3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was very good. Service was outstanding. Shania was perfect.
Cullens at The CottageResponded on June 4, 2025
Dear NittanyEater, Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the food and that the service exceeded your expectations. We’re especially pleased to hear such lovely feedback about Shania — we’ll be sure to pass along your compliments to her. It was our pleasure to have you with us, and we hope to welcome you back again soon. Warm regards, Tyler Brits, Director of Food and Beverage
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Debra
San Francisco Bay Area6 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Dined here with adult sons during our stay at the Ashford Lodge. The food and service are outstanding. I had the largest, most delicious sole ever in my life. Our server expertly deboned the fish at table. Americans might find the interior decor to be oddly reminiscent of Long John Silvers, but don’t let that stop you from enjoying a truly excellent meal.
Cullens at The CottageResponded on June 4, 2025
Dear Debra, Thank you very much for sharing your experience. We're so pleased to hear that you and your sons enjoyed your meal with us during your stay at Ashford Lodge. It’s wonderful to know the sole left such a memorable impression — and that our team, especially your server, helped make it a special dining experience. We appreciate your lighthearted comment about the décor! While it may have a touch of character, we're glad it didn’t take away from the quality of your meal. We hope to welcome you back again in the future. Warm regards, Tyler Brits Director of Food and Beverage
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Julie
Dublin1 review
5.0
Dined on May 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed a really excellent dining experience last night for my husbands birthday. The service was excellent, the staff were welcoming, friendly , knowledgable and attentive. The food was delicious (vegetarian menu) .
Cullens at The CottageResponded on May 28, 2025
Dear Julie, Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your wonderful experience at Cullen’s on your husband’s special day. We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you both enjoyed the evening, and that our team — especially Viktoria — helped make it a memorable celebration. Your compliments on the service, the wine recommendation, and our vegetarian menu mean a great deal to us. It’s always our goal to ensure every guest feels welcomed and well cared for, and we're so pleased we could contribute to such a special occasion. We’re also glad to hear the children were well looked after and that you all had such a lovely evening — that’s exactly the experience we aim to create. We hope to welcome you and your family back again soon. Warm Regards Tyler Brits
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Tim
Chicago / Illinois3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Erin was wonderful and made great recommendations. Just ask her about the Peri Peri Sauce!
Cullens at The CottageResponded on May 5, 2025
Dear Tim Thank you for the lovely review! We’re so glad you had a great experience and that Erin helped make it extra special — she’ll be delighted to hear your kind words. And yes, her love for the Peri Peri sauce is legendary! We’ll be sure to let her know she made such a positive impression. We hope to welcome you back again soon for more great food and friendly faces! Warm Regards Dermot Fetton Director of Food & Beverage
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Michelle
Dublin1 review
5.0
Dined on May 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and lovely afternoon sitting in the sun drinking wine and eating delicious food. The only suggestion would be to have a more varied wine list with more affordable options starting a wine list at €50 a bottle is a little steep. Other than that the food was beautiful and the service brilliant will definitely be back.
Cullens at The CottageResponded on May 5, 2025
Dear Michelle, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had a lovely afternoon with us, enjoying the sunshine, delicious food, and great service — that’s exactly the experience we aim to create. We really appreciate your feedback regarding the wine list. It’s valuable insight, and we’ll certainly take it into consideration as we review and refine our offerings. We're so glad to hear you'll be back — we look forward to welcoming you again soon! Warm Regards Dermot Fetton Director of Food & Beverage
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Kimberly VIP
New York City14 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Truly an experience! A thatched roof restaurant on a gorgeous estate The food was the best we have had in Ireland Fresh bread with curry butter to start Spring rolls with peach chutney-YUM! Crab salad with fresh baked buttery rolls in a skillet My main dish was chicken piri piri with broccoli slaw -I ate it all! Fresh trout and clams were fresh and absolutely delucious We ended with sharing a profiterole Perfect service The people here were incredibly nice and made us feel so welcome
Cullens at The CottageResponded on May 5, 2025
Dear Kimberly, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're absolutely delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us — from the setting and service to each bite of your meal. It means a lot to know that our food, especially the fresh bread, chicken piri piri, and profiteroles, made such a memorable impression. We'll be sure to share your kind words with our team — they’ll be thrilled to know they made you feel so welcome. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back again soon! Warm Regards Dermot Fetton Director of Food & Beverage
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Suzanne VIP
Dubai2 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was amazing Our waitress was really friendly and polite and made us feel really welcome We had a lovely evening with friends and we would return
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Linda
London3 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Matia was our host and she is efficient and such a wonderful girl. Very helpful and great with recommendations. Food was excellent as always.
Cullens at The CottageResponded on October 24, 2024
Dear Linda, Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that Matia made your experience enjoyable with her efficiency and helpful recommendations. It's wonderful to know that you consistently find our food excellent. We look forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic meal! Warm Regards Dermot Fetton Direct of Food & Beverage
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Robert VIP
Chicago / Illinois52 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We’ve been several times on previous visits to Ashford Castle with the same experience. The food was fantastic and the service was attentive and courteous. We will be back again tonight!
Cullens at The CottageResponded on October 24, 2024
Dear Robert, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you’ve enjoyed your visits to Ashford Castle and that the food and service have consistently met your expectations. It’s always a pleasure to welcome back our loyal guests. We look forward to seeing you again tonight for another fantastic experience. Warm Regards Dermot Fetton Director of Food & Beverage
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Cullens at The Cottage is rated 4.6 stars by 240 OpenTable diners.

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Ireland, Republic of
Connacht
County Mayo
Cong

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 30, 2025

11:30 PM

Booked 11 times today

Ashford Castle, Cong, Co. Mayo F31 CA48

Additional information

Neighborhood
Cong
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
Price
€31 to €50
Cuisines
International
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Liam Finnegan
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Kosher, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.ashfordcastle.com/food-and-drink/cullens-at-the-cottage
Phone number
(094) 954 6003

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