Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Munster

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Updated October 05, 2024

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

Coqbull - Thomas Street

4.7

4.7 (321)

€30 and under

Burgers

Limerick City

About the restaurant

Coqbull Restaurant is a chicken and burger concept with its mouth-watering menu of delicious rotisserie 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 Limerick.

Top review

Aine

Dined on Oct 5, 2024

Amazing food, plenty of gluten free options and great value for money. The staff were so friendly and even surprised when s by singing happy birthday to my partner. I’d definitely recommend 10/10.

Killarney Brewing & Distilling Company

4.7

4.7 (429)

€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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Lorraine

Dined 3 days ago

Perfect place for a catch up. Staff are great. Food is lovely. Defo worth a visit.

BODEGA 1830

4.7

4.7 (379)

€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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Sheila

Dined 3 days ago

We had a really enjoyable meal last night in Bodega Restaurant. Can't say enough about the staff and Paul. They were so efficient and friendly. The Restaurant is beautifully laid out and well worth a visit. Can highly recommend it.

360 COOKHOUSE

4.7

4.7 (272)

€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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Martina

Dined on Oct 3, 2024

A fantastic meal. All twelve enjoyed every bite and were very satisfied. Service was prompt and all our needs catered for. The atmosphere in 360 is both relaxing and fun. Seats are comfortable and there is plenty room on the tables for meals and extras.

ACES Limerick

4.7

4.7 (170)

€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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Gillian

Dined 2 days ago

Food, drinks, service and setting were amazing, highly recommend and look forward to returning 😀 😊 ☺️

Cornstore, Limerick

4.6

4.6 (1697)

€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.

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Shane

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent meal as always. I was with a work group which never ate there before and they were blown away by the standard of food. Thank you.

Cornstore, Cork

4.5

4.5 (1657)

€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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KEVAN

Dined 2 days ago

Great food & service, offers great value for money. Lovely variety and selection on the food & drinks menus. Well worth a visit for any occasion.

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4.3

4.3 (695)

€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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OpenTable Diner

Dined 4 days ago

My friend and I had lunch here and it was incredible! We were lucky to come during their 10th anniversary celebration so we got cocktails and a meal for a €10 each which was fantastic value! The servers were so kind and I mentioned in my booking that I am a coeliac the manager came over and went through what I could have on the menu I didn’t have to ask or remind them.

Sophie's @ The Dean Cork

4.3

4.3 (1827)

€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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Diane

Dined 4 days ago

Food was lovely but limited choice for gluten free, as I was there for a couple of nights I was restricted and had the same meal twice, would have liked some more choices across all courses and breakfast.

House Limerick

4.3

4.3 (677)

€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.

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Louise

Dined on Oct 5, 2024

House never disappoints. Our waitress was fantastic as well.

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