The Riverside Cottage

Name: The Riverside Cottage
Address: Knockboy Cross, Dunmore Rd, Waterford, Dunmore Road, Co. Waterford, Ireland, Republic of, 00000
Telephone: (051) 873 082
Price range: €30 and under

€30 and under

Modern European

Knockboy Cross, Dunmore Rd, Waterford, Dunmore Road, Co. Waterford 00000

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2 people

May 7, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

Great for outdoor dining
Kid-friendly
Good for groups

Located on the Dunmore Road, just minutes from Waterford City Centre, The Riverside Cottage offers a warm, inviting experience with exceptional food, friendly service, and a stunning garden setting. With ample free parking and well connected by public transport, we’re perfectly placed for locals and visitors alike.

Our menu celebrates the best of locally sourced ingredients. From fresh seafood and smoky BBQ favourites to comforting classics. Whether you're joining us for a casual lunch, a romantic dinner, or a family celebration, every dish is crafted with care and flavour.

On sunny days, our Garden Area is the place to be. Ideal for relaxed outdoor dining or unforgettable private events. For more intimate occasions, our elegant upstairs function room offers a stylish and private space with views of the garden.

With a curated selection of craft beers, fine wines, and warm, attentive service, The Riverside Cottage is more than a meal, it's a destination.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
€30 and under
Cuisines
Modern European, Irish, Grill
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–11:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:30 am
Phone number
(051) 873 082
Website
https://www.theriversidecottage.ie/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Catering Options<br />We’re delighted to provide catering tailored to your needs — from finger food and small plates to full BBQs. Whatever your event requires, our team will work with you to make it special.
Private party facilities
We have two beautiful spaces for private hire at The Riverside Cottage: the River Room, a versatile upstairs function room with garden views, and our outdoor garden, ideal for sunny celebrations. With shelter options and customizable catering, we’re ready to host your perfect event. ( Birthday, Weddings, Funerals, Corporate events and more )

Location
Knockboy Cross, Dunmore Rd, Waterford, Dunmore Road, Co. Waterford 00000
Neighborhood
Dunmore East
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
Getting Here by Public Transport:Take bus 617 from the Clock Tower Bus Stop on Waterford Quay in Waterford City Centre. Hop off at the Riverview Bus Stop, conveniently located right next to our Bar & Restaurant. The journey takes just 14 minutes. This same 617 bus services has stops also at People's Park & at Waterford University Hospital.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Soup of the Day€6.00
With homemade brown bread
The Cottage Chowder€13.00
With homemade brown bread
Dunmore East Fish Cake€12.00
Rocket & fennel salad, sweet chilli sauce
Pan-Fried Atlantic Prawns€13.00
Garlic & ginger marinade, cooked in a white wine sauce, toasted garlic sourdough
Prawn Cocktail€17.50
Wild Atlantic prawns, avocado, cherry tomatoes, shredded baby gem, Marie Rose sauce
Korean Fried BBQ Wings€13.00
Korean bbq sauce, peanuts, scallions, kimchi
Grilled Goat Cheese€12.50
Beetroot carpaccio, honeyed black figs, baked candied beets, herb emulsion

Salads

Chicken Caesar Salad€16.00
Cos lettuce, Caesar dressing, garlic croutons, parmesan, bacon, boiled egg
Syrian Fattah€15.00
Chickpeas, crispy fried bread, tahini & yogurt dressing, cashew nuts, pomegranate, olive oil, fresh parsley
The Cottage Salad€14.00
Roast vegetables, baby leaves, julienne cabbage & carrot, walnut, Cashel blue cheese, balsamic dressing

Pasta

Penne Arrabbiata€15.00
Fresh Penne, tomato sauce, chili flakes, garlic
Penne Arrabbiata with Chicken€18.00
Fresh Penne, tomato sauce, chili flakes, garlic
Wild Atlantic Prawn Tagliatelle€21.00
Fresh Tagliatelle, chilli & ginger tomato sauce, parmesan
Beef Lasagne€18.00
Beef ragout, béchamel sauce, parmesan, fresh lasagna sheets, side salad

Mains

Beer Battered Fish & Chips€19.00
Fish of the day, mushy peas, tartar sauce, hand-cut chips
Dunmore East Seafood Pie€20.00
Local fresh fish, creamy sauce, garlic toasted sourdough, salad
Butter Chicken Curry€19.00
Traditional butter chicken curry, yogurt marinated chicken, rice, naan, lemon pickle
Homemade Chicken Goujons€16.50
Buttermilk marinated chicken strips, garlic aioli, hand-cut chips, salad
Umami Marinated Tofu Steak€18.00
Hummus, French fine beans, chimichurri, hand-cut chips

Grill

Chicken Burger€18.00
Chipotle marinated chicken breast, mustard coleslaw, lettuce, smoked Knockanore cheddar, red pepper paste, gherkin, hand-cut chips
6oz Kearney’s Beef Burger€19.00
Homemade bacon & maple relish, paprika aioli, tomato, lettuce, smoked Knockanore cheddar, gherkin, hand-cut chips
Bangers & Mash€17.50
Local grilled sausages, mash, sautéed onions
8oz Rib-Eye Steak€32.00
Wild mushrooms & sautéed onions, hand-cut chips, peppercorn sauce

Desserts

Selection of Ice Cream€9.00
Glenown dairy farm ice cream cup
Dark Chocolate Brownie (GF)€9.00
Chocolate sauce, vanilla ice cream, cereal crumbs
Baked Alaska€9.00
Aromatic chocolate sponge, vanilla ice cream, flambé meringue
Apple Crumble€9.00
Apple compote, butter tartlet, custard
Seasonal Cheesecake€9.00
Seasonal coulis, fresh cream, seasonal fruit

FAQs

The Riverside Cottage offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (051) 873 082.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

May 7, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Knockboy Cross, Dunmore Rd, Waterford, Dunmore Road, Co. Waterford 00000

Additional information

Neighborhood
Dunmore East
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–11:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:30 am
Price
€30 and under
Cuisines
Modern European, Irish, Grill
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
Getting Here by Public Transport:Take bus 617 from the Clock Tower Bus Stop on Waterford Quay in Waterford City Centre. Hop off at the Riverview Bus Stop, conveniently located right next to our Bar & Restaurant. The journey takes just 14 minutes. This same 617 bus services has stops also at People's Park & at Waterford University Hospital.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
https://www.theriversidecottage.ie/
Phone number
(051) 873 082
Catering
Catering Options<br />We’re delighted to provide catering tailored to your needs — from finger food and small plates to full BBQs. Whatever your event requires, our team will work with you to make it special.
Private party facilities
We have two beautiful spaces for private hire at The Riverside Cottage: the River Room, a versatile upstairs function room with garden views, and our outdoor garden, ideal for sunny celebrations. With shelter options and customizable catering, we’re ready to host your perfect event. ( Birthday, Weddings, Funerals, Corporate events and more )

The Riverside Cottage

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Starters

Soup of the Day€6.00

The Cottage Chowder€13.00

Dunmore East Fish Cake€12.00

Pan-Fried Atlantic Prawns€13.00

Prawn Cocktail€17.50

Korean Fried BBQ Wings€13.00

Grilled Goat Cheese€12.50

Salads

Chicken Caesar Salad€16.00

Syrian Fattah€15.00

The Cottage Salad€14.00

Pasta

Penne Arrabbiata€15.00

Penne Arrabbiata with Chicken€18.00

Wild Atlantic Prawn Tagliatelle€21.00

Beef Lasagne€18.00

Mains

Beer Battered Fish & Chips€19.00

Dunmore East Seafood Pie€20.00

Butter Chicken Curry€19.00

Homemade Chicken Goujons€16.50

Umami Marinated Tofu Steak€18.00

Grill

Chicken Burger€18.00

6oz Kearney’s Beef Burger€19.00

Bangers & Mash€17.50

8oz Rib-Eye Steak€32.00

Desserts

Selection of Ice Cream€9.00

Dark Chocolate Brownie (GF)€9.00

Baked Alaska€9.00

Apple Crumble€9.00

Seasonal Cheesecake€9.00

FAQs

Does The Riverside Cottage offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

Is The Riverside Cottage currently accepting reservations?

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