The Restaurant Recommendation Thread

GavRedKing

The problem with KFC is, its awful sh*te.

Thats not me trying to be a fast food snob or anything but its muck.

Given its got the biggest fast food franchise less than 100ft away and about a dozen other competitors in the village for take aways or sit down, I dont think it was ever going to do a massive trade out there.

The only time I went out there to the drive thru was during the summer looking for one of there ice cream crushem's and they had no ice cream.

leahyl

GavRedKing wrote: »

The problem with KFC is, its awful sh*te.

Thats not me trying to be a fast food snob or anything but its muck.

Given its got the biggest fast food franchise less than 100ft away and about a dozen other competitors in the village for take aways or sit down, I dont think it was ever going to do a massive trade out there.

The only time I went out there to the drive thru was during the summer looking for one of there ice cream crushem's and they had no ice cream.

It actually is, anytime I've had it (about 4 times in total and only because other people were going there) I've been massively disappointed. I don't understand why it's one of the biggest fast food chains in the world.

Water John

So the rule is, if you're going for fast food in Douglas you drop the F from KFC.

snotboogie

Speaking of Douglas, is Kubo gone? Looked to be shut yesterday evening.

snotboogie

snotboogie wrote: »

Speaking of Douglas, is Kubo gone? Looked to be shut yesterday evening.

i ordered takeaway from them about 2 wks ago

Although that doesn't answer your question!

Cotts72

Zayn Colossal Stance wrote: »

i ordered takeaway from them about 2 wks ago

Although that doesn't answer your question!

Going off their instagram they are still open and posting

Ludo

Had Kubo on Sunday and very nice it was so I assume for now that they are still open.

Curb Your Enthusiasm

snotboogie wrote: »

Speaking of Douglas, is Kubo gone? Looked to be shut yesterday evening.

I hope not! Fantastic food, especially the lunch specials. Pad Thai, delish!

sammyjo90

Everyone seems to love it (myself included),so it's hard to imagine that they have!

Edit. They just updated FB with a post advertising mon and tues deals so dont think they definitely haven't: )

Nigel Fairservice

snotboogie wrote: »

Speaking of Douglas, is Kubo gone? Looked to be shut yesterday evening.

I was there on Sunday.

snotboogie

Apologies if I got it wrong on Kubo, I will take a walk over this weekend to double check and update here. Agreed on the food there, best Asian fast food in the city, service can be patchy though.

Brewdog talking of opening in Cork but want to get through a few locations in Dublin first, so probably 12 months off at best. I wouldn't be surprised to see them go in around the new developments in the Docklands since they have targeted Capitol Dock in Dublin.

fin12

snotboogie wrote: »

Apologies if I got it wrong on Kubo, I will take a walk over this weekend to double check and update here. Agreed on the food there, best Asian fast food in the city, service can be patchy though.

Brewdog talking of opening in Cork but want to get through a few locations in Dublin first, so probably 12 months off at best. I wouldn't be surprised to see them go in around the new developments in the Docklands since they have targeted Capitol Dock in Dublin.

That’s great news, I love their punk IPA.

Is there a pubs in Cork recommendation thread?

the beer revolu

fin12 wrote: »

That’s great news, I love their punk IPA.

Is there a pubs in Cork recommendation thread?

Bierhaus has punk on at the moment.

fin12

the beer revolu wrote: »

Bierhaus has punk on at the moment.

Thanks, where is that bar?

hufpc8w3adnk65

fin12 wrote: »

Thanks, where is that bar?

Up
Near the comedy club after you pass Sin É

who_me

MrMac84 wrote: »

Up
Near the comedy club after you pass Sin É

Are you thinking of the Abbot Ale House? The Bierhaus is not too far away, but it's on Pope's Quay just by the pedestrian bridge.

fin12

who_me wrote: »

Are you thinking of the Abbot Ale House? The Bierhaus is not too far away, but it's on Pope's Quay just by the pedestrian bridge.

Oh right next to Thali Nepal, meaning to go to that restaurant now for ages so have even more reason to go now.

igCorcaigh

fin12 wrote: »

Oh right next to Thali Nepal, meaning to go to that restaurant now for ages so have even more reason to go now.

Thali is very good, I recommend the jimbu chicken. Their naan breads are the best I've had in Cork.

sporina

igCorcaigh wrote: »

Thali is very good, I recommend the jimbu chicken. Their naan breads are the best I've had in Cork.

do they have hummous on their menu?

igCorcaigh

sporina wrote: »

do they have hummous on their menu?

No, afraid not. It's more Indian/Nepali.

who_me

fin12 wrote: »

Oh right next to Thali Nepal, meaning to go to that restaurant now for ages so have even more reason to go now.

The Bierhaus is great, IMO. A huge selection of - unsurprisingly - beers. From the everyday, to the stuff of nightmares served in shot glasses.

It's not massive, but you have big crowds sit outside in the summer as it's a bit of a sun trap (and the footpath outside borders a cycle-path so you're less likely to be run over).

nlrkjos

Was given a gift of €150 meal voucher for Soho Bar. Has anyone been there? Is the food and service OK ? Best evening to visit ? It always impressed me as a kind of "loud music" place, and while I love music, not while I'm eating....

Nonoperational

nlrkjos wrote: »

Was given a gift of €150 meal voucher for Soho Bar. Has anyone been there? Is the food and service OK ? Best evening to visit ? It always impressed me as a kind of "loud music" place, and while I love music, not while I'm eating....

They had/have more of a restaurant vibe upstairs. Do good wings, grand steaks etc. Wouldn't say no to a free meal there and a few drinks.

Mardyke

I see that bar on Marlboro St, which was called RUM is now being done up and renamed as Spyglass (if I recall correctly!)

Cotts72

Mardyke wrote: »

I see that bar on Marlboro St, which was called RUM is now being done up and renamed as Spyglass (if I recall correctly!)

Isnt that where the sextant are relocating to?

suds1984

Any suggestions on Sunday lunch? Looking for something like a roast/carvery... as with elderly parents. Was going to go to elm tree but they don’t take bookings for Sunday lunch. Any other suggestions?

Slim Charles

suds1984 wrote: »

Any suggestions on Sunday lunch? Looking for something like a roast/carvery... as with elderly parents. Was going to go to elm tree but they don’t take bookings for Sunday lunch. Any other suggestions?

Viaduct?

mrpdap

suds1984 wrote: »

Any suggestions on Sunday lunch? Looking for something like a roast/carvery... as with elderly parents. Was going to go to elm tree but they don’t take bookings for Sunday lunch. Any other suggestions?

The Imperial is a good spot if you’re chasing a carvery. Not sure if they take bookings

H8GHOTI

Man Friday in Kinsale for lunch is nice if you are up for a little drive or The Barn in Mayfield/Glanmire.

the beer revolu

Not carvery but Sage in Middleton do a lovely Sunday lunch that seems to go down well with more conservative eaters.
It's more simple than their evening menus.

snotboogie

snotboogie wrote: »

Apologies if I got it wrong on Kubo, I will take a walk over this weekend to double check and update here. Agreed on the food there, best Asian fast food in the city, service can be patchy though.

Brewdog talking of opening in Cork but want to get through a few locations in Dublin first, so probably 12 months off at best. I wouldn't be surprised to see them go in around the new developments in the Docklands since they have targeted Capitol Dock in Dublin.

Drove past yesterday and it was open

Italix

Popped into Comix on the Kinsale road this morning for breakfast, very nice full brekkie.
Worth a visit if you're passing.

On KFC, It's utter drivel in Ireland, simple as.
In England however anywhere I've ever tried is simply delicious.

siblers

Slim Charles wrote: »

Viaduct?

Was there a few weeks ago, place was chaotic, messy and food was very poor

limnam

siblers wrote: »

Was there a few weeks ago, place was chaotic, messy and food was very poor

Yera, it's not great.

Belle E. Flops

Joes & Bros this morning for brunch. It was very busy so there was a bit of a wait, but it was worth it. The food was really tasty and the staff were lovely.

cadaliac

Tedo, princess st. Brilliant. Tapas, had beef enchiladas and Argentinian empanadas, after an artisan meat and cheese platter (shared).
Good kids options too
Had a Spanish red (crianza) and my wife had a Spanish white which was equally good
Would highly recommend

happyday

Barry's in Douglas do a great carvery on a Sunday. Very good quality, portions and reasonably priced. Nice surroundings too.

timtim2016

Any place to get evening/late night coffee in or around the city other than Starbucks?

sporina

timtim2016 wrote: »

Any place to get evening/late night coffee in or around the city other than Starbucks?

the internet cafe on winthrop st

snotboogie

sporina wrote: »

the internet cafe on winthrop st

How is the coffee in there? i've never tried it

D'Agger

Pity tabletop don't stay open until 10/11 - would be a great spot to pop in for a coffee at nighttime instead of heading to a pub. Can't think of the name of the establishment that used to be across from Fast Eddies (now Mason/TableTop) but that has been mentioned on this forum a few times as being badly missed - never went there myself, closed while I was in college.

D'Agger

snotboogie wrote: »

How is the coffee in there? i've never tried it

I think it's nice enough but haven't gone there in quite a while

tailgunner

D'Agger wrote: »

Can't think of the name of the establishment that used to be across from Fast Eddies (now Mason/TableTop) but that has been mentioned on this forum a few times as being badly missed - never went there myself, closed while I was in college.

Tribes?

D'Agger

tailgunner wrote: »

Tribes?

Spot on, they were open late weren't they?

tailgunner

They were, can't remember the exact opening hours but I definitely remember being in there after the late bars closed.

Cotts72

snotboogie wrote: »

How is the coffee in there? i've never tried it

Its average enough, but the cafe is a handy spot to be fair

rob316

D'Agger wrote: »

Pity tabletop don't stay open until 10/11 - would be a great spot to pop in for a coffee at nighttime instead of heading to a pub. Can't think of the name of the establishment that used to be across from Fast Eddies (now Mason/TableTop) but that has been mentioned on this forum a few times as being badly missed - never went there myself, closed while I was in college.

Its open till 11 most nights, its so small though its rare there is a space in there.

My wife doesn't drink so its a nice alternative for us to go to, I can have a beer while she has a coffee and a bit of cake.

confusticated

D'Agger wrote: »

Pity tabletop don't stay open until 10/11 - would be a great spot to pop in for a coffee at nighttime instead of heading to a pub. Can't think of the name of the establishment that used to be across from Fast Eddies (now Mason/TableTop) but that has been mentioned on this forum a few times as being badly missed - never went there myself, closed while I was in college.

Think you're mixing up Tabletop and Tiptop here? Tabletop is on Castle St and it is open until 11 most nights.

who_me

tailgunner wrote: »

They were, can't remember the exact opening hours but I definitely remember being in there after the late bars closed.

Open until 4 I think. Absolutely blew my mind that you could walk out of a club and get some sit-down food and a coffee (and the food wasn't fast-food).

I want it back. I mean, does anyone really want to eat in a food establishment named after/like mens' undies? Yeesh.

D'Agger

rob316 wrote: »

Its open till 11 most nights, its so small though its rare there is a space in there.

My wife doesn't drink so its a nice alternative for us to go to, I can have a beer while she has a coffee and a bit of cake.

confusticated wrote: »

Think you're mixing up Tabletop and Tiptop here? Tabletop is on Castle St and it is open until 11 most nights.

Was thinking of the right place but checked their FB page and it's down as open from 11am - 8pm, I can't get to their webpage at work.

Apologies for any confusion caused! Will def try get in there soon for a mini-night out