Decent place in waterford to eat for 80e including drinks?

ding_dong

Looking for a (what appears to anyway ) upmarket place to eat out tomorrow evening.

Two people and I'm looking to get a bottle of wine/two drinks in for the price as well.

It's a nice occasion, so looking for a nice place. I know the budget isn't high, but I'm a poor student at the moment!

Dickys Back Garden

McCleary's in High Street might fit the bill, think it's €21 for starter, main course and tea/coffee. Bottle of wine for circa €20 too so maybe get a second one in or a couple of desserts or drinks!! Lovely place, lovely atmosphere, great grub and run by two sound local lads. But usually heavily booked at weekends so best ring asap!! Lots of choices now though, seems it took a recession to see a boom in quality, value and choice in Waterford restaurants! Ironic really, pub scene suffers and restaurants prosper!

sparkling sea

Cant go past L Atmosphere Restaurant - they do an fab €20 3 course and glass of wine

sillysocks

La Palma is lovely and also do an early bird for around 20/25, or Bodega. A lot of places might already be busy so worth ringing to see where's available.

7vens

I would have to say Mc Leary's also. I was there a few weeks ago and it was fabulous. 2 starters, 2 mains and a bottle of Prosecco for €67!

ding_dong

Dickys Back Garden wrote: »

McCleary's in High Street might fit the bill, think it's €21 for starter, main course and tea/coffee. Bottle of wine for circa €20 too so maybe get a second one in or a couple of desserts or drinks!! Lovely place, lovely atmosphere, great grub and run by two sound local lads. But usually heavily booked at weekends so best ring asap!! Lots of choices now though, seems it took a recession to see a boom in quality, value and choice in Waterford restaurants! Ironic really, pub scene suffers and restaurants prosper!

Looks great.......alas they are booked. Earliest appointment is 5pm. grrr!

Anyone else got a great suggestion? Thanks!

JPA

sillysocks wrote: »

La Palma is lovely and also do an early bird for around 20/25, or Bodega. A lot of places might already be busy so worth ringing to see where's available.

Bodega have a slow food menu for €29, good value.

angelfalling

La Boheme has lovely French food and its very classy. I really like Bodega, though. Lots of character and the food is always amazing.

7upfree

McLearys every time.

lewisdhead

+1 for L'Atmosphere.

kaef

La Boheme - market menu 4courses 30E

TheVandal

Bodega for me. I love that place and the food is bang on.

mozattack

7vens wrote: »

I would have to say Mc Leary's also. I was there a few weeks ago and it was fabulous. 2 starters, 2 mains and a bottle of Prosecco for €67!

Especially if you like starters from the 1980s!

mozattack

L'Athmosphere, Bodega and La Boheme...

La Palma and Emilianoes too.

For even cheaper and yum, look at Chez Ks

7upfree

mozattack wrote: »

Especially if you like starters from the 1980s!

Can't beat it. Where else will you get steak included on an early birth for €19.99. And the best customer service you're likely to see in a restaurant anywhere. That's why the two lads are booked out weeks in advance. They must be doing something right.;)

There are other restaurants which can only be described as serving what's best described as pretentious, high-priced samples. But hey - you keep paying - they'll keep charging.

Wanderer2010

Cant believe nobody mentioned Kafe Karma on the Quay, very reasonable menu and the food is delicious plus a great atmosphere.

deisemum

mozattack wrote: »

Especially if you like starters from the 1980s!

Retro dishes are making a comeback, egg mayonnaise, florida cocktail, sherried grapefruit and prawn cocktail remind me of the comedian Micky Flanagan recalling dates in the 80's

mozattack

7upfree wrote: »

Can't beat it. Where else will you get steak included on an early birth for €19.99. And the best customer service you're likely to see in a restaurant anywhere. That's why the two lads are booked out weeks in advance. They must be doing something right.;)

There are other restaurants which can only be described as serving what's best described as pretentious, high-priced samples. But hey - you keep paying - they'll keep charging.

They are doing good 'cos so many dopes go out and get the same crap every night, "steak, well done please". That is why and that is why Garlic Mushrooms or Ceasar Salad or Vol-u-vents are exciting to some.

mozattack

deisemum wrote: »

Retro dishes are making a comeback, egg mayonnaise, florida cocktail, sherried grapefruit and prawn cocktail remind me of the comedian Micky Flanagan recalling dates in the 80's

I agree if done in a different way, re-invented, e.g. I was with someone who had chicken kiev in Campagne in Kilkenny but it was modernised.

7upfree

mozattack wrote: »

They are doing good 'cos so many dopes go out and get the same crap every night, "steak, well done please". That is why and that is why Garlic Mushrooms or Ceasar Salad or Vol-u-vents are exciting to some.

Nope. They are doing well because they are two nice guys who know how to treat customers well, and who serve food which is appealing to those customers.

As I said, I'm sure there are people who, insanely, want to pay top price for pretentious food and if that's the case good luck to them.

Lastly, a minority of people hate to see locals getting on for whatever reason. I say good luck to them. A job well done. I think the Trip Advisor reviews speak volumes for the place.

http://www.tripadvisor.ie/Restaurant_Review-g186638-d1986578-Reviews-McLeary_s-Waterford_County_Waterford.html

mozattack

7upfree wrote: »

Nope. They are doing well because they are two nice guys who know how to treat customers well, and who serve food which is appealing to those customers.

As I said, I'm sure there are people who, insanely, want to pay top price for pretentious food and if that's the case good luck to them.

Lastly, a minority of people hate to see locals getting on for whatever reason. I say good luck to them. A job well done. I think the Trip Advisor reviews speak volumes for the place.

http://www.tripadvisor.ie/Restaurant_Review-g186638-d1986578-Reviews-McLeary_s-Waterford_County_Waterford.html

This is the same tripadvisor who has Harlequin as number 2 in Waterford.... that says it all. Ha-ha... Michelin star on its way!!!

mozattack

Also what is your definition of "pretentious food"?

7upfree

mozattack wrote: »

Also what is your definition of "pretentious food"?

Over priced, low volume.

7upfree

mozattack wrote: »

This is the same tripadvisor who has Harlequin as number 2 in Waterford.... that says it all. Ha-ha... Michelin star on its way!!!

Now you're being pedantic!:D

mozattack

7upfree wrote: »

Over priced, low volume.

Where though, is Cliff House Hotel, Campagne or Old Convent any of the said?

Pro Hoc Vice

mozattack wrote: »

Especially if you like starters from the 1980s!

80's starters are all the rage at the moment prawn cocktail, Mellon and ham etc. are on all the faddy food shows.

Max Powers

Definite thumbs up for harlequin, often forgotten about as its out of the way and 90% of Waterford probably doesnt know it.

Is it time to ban the use of the phrase 'says it all' in this forum, reason being its overuse by the naysayers. I think it should be binned along with people doing finger inverted commas and the word 'twerking' 'twerk'.

7upfree

Max Powers wrote: »

Definite thumbs up for harlequin, often forgotten about as its out of the way and 90% of Waterford probably doesnt know it.

Is it time to ban the use of the phrase 'says it all' in this forum, reason being its overuse by the naysayers. I think it should be binned along with people doing finger inverted commas and the word 'twerking' 'twerk'.

Where IS Harlequin Max? I hadn't heard of it until now.

mozattack

Max Powers wrote: »

Definite thumbs up for harlequin, often forgotten about as its out of the way and 90% of Waterford probably doesnt know it.

Is it time to ban the use of the phrase 'says it all' in this forum, reason being its overuse by the naysayers. I think it should be binned along with people doing finger inverted commas and the word 'twerking' 'twerk'.

Harlequin is average... can never understand the buzz about it on boards.ie.

Jambo

mozattack wrote: »

Especially if you like starters from the 1980s!

+1 If you go out for dinner you want a dining experience not something you can do at home yourself

Totally Tropical

7upfree wrote: »

Nope. They are doing well because they are two nice guys who know how to treat customers well, and who serve food which is appealing to those customers.

As I said, I'm sure there are people who, insanely, want to pay top price for pretentious food and if that's the case good luck to them.

Lastly, a minority of people hate to see locals getting on for whatever reason. I say good luck to them. A job well done. I think the Trip Advisor reviews speak volumes for the place.

http://www.tripadvisor.ie/Restaurant_Review-g186638-d1986578-Reviews-McLeary_s-Waterford_County_Waterford.html

The last time i spoke about McLearys i was accused of being a PR man for them but if you just want some simple wholesome fair and if foie gras cuisine isn't your thing.Then McLearys is the place for you.I mean like the food and value is great and to top it all off the two owners are so welcoming and accommodating towards their customers.They really do go out of their way to make you feel comfortable and happy.So there you are begrudgers there may be a recession but it hasn't stopped these two lad's from operating a thriving and successful business.A lot of restaurant owners from around the country could do with learning from the way they do things in McLearys.