Location: Ballincollig
Top Restaurants in Ballincollig
Province of Munster, Ireland Food Guide: 10 Irish food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Ballincollig
Discover Restaurants offering the best Irish food in Ballincollig, Province of Munster, Ireland. Ballincollig (Irish: Baile an Chollaigh) is a satellite town and largest town in County Cork, Ireland, approximately 9 km west of Cork city. It is located beside the River Lee on the R608 regional road. In 2016 the population of the Ballincollig Electoral Division was 18,621. The nearest towns include: Ballinora, Carrigrohane, Kilnaglory, Ovens, Killumney, Inniscarra, Blarney (home of the Blarney Stone), and Tower. It is located beyond the Green Belt from the Cork city suburbs of Bishopstown and Wilton. Many people from Ballincollig commute to the city for work. It is a mainly residential town.
Things to do in Ballincollig
10. BiteSize Cafe
Enjoy a freshly baked tart and a tea or coffee-both made with loving care. You'll be spoilt for choice-pastries, tarts, cakes, cookies, crumbles. If you're looking for something savoury, we've got that too. A great selection for lunch: soups, sandwiches a
Reviewed By ashka1
Really nice cafe. Staff are very friendly and welcoming. Hot chocolate is divine. The cakes are delicious. Will keep coming back.
9. Dino's Restaurant
Overall Ratings
3 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By M7629
The title does not do enough to commend this establishment. As part of our commitment to supporting local community enterprises next on our list with this hidden gem of an eatery. Located conveniently in the town centre we enjoyed traditional hand cut fries and excellent pasta. Very attentive and efficient service together with very reasonable prices makes this a very recommended place to have lunch.
8. Tradehouse Central
Overall Ratings
3 based on 190 reviews
A modern contemporary suburban bar located on Main Street, Ballincollig offering a large range of food and drink in comfortable and relaxing surroundings. Catering for all manner of parties and functions.
Reviewed By 458id
Hi I recently called to Tradehouse for dinner on evening of great family trip. I ordered chicken, mash and milk for my daughter. I ordered a burger and my husband got fish and chips. We ordered approx 540 and by 625 we still had no food...not even our daughters milk. We asked where food was to be told hers was ready but burger was to take another 10 min. A nearby table had come in after us but had received their food by now. We couldn't understand how anyone would let a toddler wait so long for food , we cancelled our order but asked to bring our little girls straight away also had to ask agaib for her milk. Who makes a small child wait so long? We asked to speak to the manager who was so dismissive and just said that's how long burgers take. He was in no way bothered we had spend almost an hour there and left with no food. To add insult to injury he left two complimentary drinks vouchers with our bill. Totally ruined a lovely day trip and left a sour...and hungry taste in my mouth.
7. Blairs Inn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 393 reviews
Reviewed By 170Annette18
We recently visited here with our family who live close by. It was late afternoon and we had just traveled 2 hours. I didnât want a big meal so I asked could I get a double portion of the pasta that was on the childrenâs menu. I didnât ask for any part of the menu to be changed. Just a double portion. The answer was âNoâ. That was it. I said ok Iâll have the child portion so. A small portion of pasta (not fresh pasta) 3 tiny pieces of chicken topped with a spoonful of red sauce, completely cold. When my husband went to pay the manager he told him what happened. His reply was âWe donât change our menu for customersâ. He couldnât have been any more rude. While I was standing there beside my husband he actually said heâs âsheâs a picky eaterâ. This restaurant has had awards in the past, I think they are well out of date by now. The food is in general is average and the pub is not exactly spotless and is out dated. Couldnât recommend it.The childrenâs menu is for children only. The pastaâs not fresh pasta as you stated but itâs there for children who donât want anything else on offer. A stop gap if you will. Not our specialty in the least. We simply donât have the time, nor the inclination. Everything else we do though is made from scratch. Letâs just say pastaâs not exactly coursing through our veins. Moreover we keep the salt content down to an absolute minimum for children so the dishes are not suited to an adult palate.Perhaps all this was lost in translation. I will most definitely be addressing the front of house team with this complaint. Though Iâm having difficulty understanding why you insisted on eating a childâs pasta dinner when thereâs such a range of choice on the main menu. Thereâs certainly no such thing as a flat âNo.â here. And nobody said, âWe donât change our menus for our customers.â We simply do not possess the Gallic flair to pull that one off. Honestly Iâd give it a go, but it be would just hilarious. Furthermore my brother Richie, to whom your husband was speaking, assures me that he did not refer to you as âa picky eater.â It was in fact your husband who said this. We will continue to bend over backwards for anybody with special requirements or needs, no matter how unusual. For instance one of our chefs is busy right now preparing a vegetarian pie with a side of sausages (all sausagetarians welcome by the way). Some vegans came in unannounced a few weeks ago in the middle of a crazy Saturday service and we were only too delighted to put a few dishes together for them. People often come in looking for half portions and weâre more than happy to oblige where possible. Honestly nothing is too much trouble. We certainly do our level best to please. Thereâs no harder working, more dedicated kitchen team out there. Weâre never happy to stand still. We are only too aware that weâre only as good as our last meal served. Nobodyâs resting on any laurels out here. And thereâs certainly no screaming prima donnas. Believe you me my mother would clip them around the ear! Weâve got too many small mouths to feed. Iâve got three rapscallions myself. They love their food by the way. Theyâve a particular fondness for shellfish. Costing me a fortune! Our kids menu doesnât quite cut it for them. In fact the more adventurous children out there often stray on to the adults menu. Nothing more satisfying than seeing a child tuck into a bowl of our delicious mussels, or go for one of our goat cheese, smoked salmon & creamed leek tartlets (incidentally, my favourite in betweeny snack and dinner item). In short weâre striving every single day to build something that we want to hand down to our next generation (God, help them!). And please donât be afraid to present us with any special requests or requirements. We will always endeavour to please. I just honestly wouldnât go for the pasta.
6. Muskerry Arms Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1003 reviews
This Wonderfully Traditional Irish Pub & Restaurant offering Boutique Accommodation is located in the centre of the picturesque village of Blarney Co. Cork. A second generation family owned and run property offering a typical Irish welcome to all customer
Reviewed By Ashlee L
We had dessert and drinks here while in Blarney. They are very busy so it took a long time for the servers to come to our table and they rarely checked on us, even by Irish standards. The desserts were ok and drinks were good. At the end we asked for water. My sister took a few sips and then realized that there was bright pink lipstick marks on the glass... she does not wear lipstick. Thankfully this was at the end and we had already eaten our food or else we may not have been able to stomach it. You have to go up to the bar to pay; they do not give you a receipt/ticket to take up there. Not took many choices in Blarney to eat.Dear Ashlee, I was shocked and dismayed upon reading your review, and I would like to apologise unreservedly, we obviously did not reach our usual high standards on this occasion. Thank you for bringing this matter to my attention, I can assure you that I have made all our staff and management aware of your complaint.SincerelyRuth O Connor
5. The Fry Traditional Fish & Chip Shop
Overall Ratings
4 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By More_Mash
Quarter pounder is one of the nicest in Cork, very tasty.I asked for extra crispy chips, this request was ignored and the lady served me the same chips that everyone else normally gets.The chips were soggy and I only ate a few before binning them, this was disappointing as I was starving.
4. The Floury Apron
Overall Ratings
4 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By Baarrnsey
Whenever I take a trip to Cork I go out of my way to fit in a visit. Always welcoming and friendly, assertive staff. Comfortable seats to spend time enjoying the delicious toasted sandwiches, a sausage roll (too nice not to get!) and a great cup of coffee (badger & dodo). I would also highly recommend the treats of which I've tried many but if I had to choose 1, no make that 2, I would suggest picking up a salted caramel brownie and a slice of carrot cake and then a biscuit cake to go for later (actually 3!). I love the biscuit cake so much so that I ordered the Christmas Biscuit Cake Pudding to enjoy over last Christmas which was nicely packaged and great value. I will hopefully be down in Cork to visit again soon!
3. The Square Table
Overall Ratings
5 based on 207 reviews
At The Square Table the goal is to serve good quality, uncomplicated food that is locally sourced and served in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Twin sisters, Martina and Tricia Cronin, choose their suppliers from among local, artisan, small businesses
Reviewed By B_Wallace08
We were delighted to get a table at what is normally a booked out restaurant in Blarney. Very welcoming and accommodating for children. All food was well cooked and very tasty. It's definitely a reason to visit Blarney.
2. Diva Boutique Bakery & Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 105 reviews
Diva Boutique Bakery & Cafe is a casual cafe/coffee house located a stones throw from Garretstown Beach and Ballinspittle Woods. The Boutique Bakery is located across the street. We bake everything on site, breakfast, lunch, brunch, cakes, breads, cookies
Reviewed By Richard M
Since our last visit (8 years ago!) the bakery and cafe/restaurant have split locations. Because of our early arrival in Cork we were in Ballinspittle shortly after nine, and were surprised to find that neither location was open. Seems the Irish arenât out as early as we. We went through the local market and killed some time. We were first in to the cafe and had a nice breakfast. Nothing was rushed, Two of us had Cheesy bacon toast, one Huevos Rancheros, and one mushroom ragout. The latter two came with eggs and toast. Cafe became busy and noisy quite quickly. Not inexpensive but good local food. Worth going a bit out of the way for.
1. The White Horse
Overall Ratings
4 based on 346 reviews
Bar, Restaurant & Music Venue passionately serving the best of local produce within the seasons. We love simple food prepared well, boutique roasted coffee, local craft beer & live music. Upstairs at The White Horse has hosted Grammy, Juno, Latin Grammy &
Reviewed By welovetravel4
Visited last year & had a meal quickly forgotten, gave it another chance this year as the reviews generally continue to be positive & wondered if weâd just made bad choices, but definitely wonât be going back again. Chowder was overly salty, bacon special was dry & over cooked. Dishes on other tables looked heavy on the grease. Final chance, not to be repeated.
Where to eat Italian food in Ballincollig: The Best Restaurants and Bars
