Location: Wicklow
Top Restaurants in Wicklow
Top 10 restaurants in Wicklow, Ireland
Wicklow (Irish: Cill Mhantáin, meaning "church of the toothless one") is the county town of County Wicklow and the capital of the Mid-East Region in Ireland. Located south of Dublin on the east coast of the island, it has a population of 10,584 according to the 2016 census. The town is to the east of the N11 route between Dublin and Wexford. Wicklow is also linked to the rail network, with Dublin commuter services now extending to the town. Additional services connect with Arklow, Wexford and Rosslare Europort, a main ferry port. There is also a commercial port, mainly importing timber and textiles. The River Vartry is the main river which flows through the town.
Things to do in Wicklow
1. Tinakilly Country House & Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 126 reviews
Reviewed By ace4444 - Fairfax, Virginia
After a long day in the countryside, we checked into Tinakilly and headed for their fine restaurant. Great table, great service, wonderful food. It was just exactly what we needed. Three of us ordered very different things and all were most taken with the offerings.
2. Strawberry Tree
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 78 reviews
Reviewed By Lisa A
We ate in this restaurant the night before our friends' wedding. The food was very tasty and well presented. The service was excellent with explanations of what we were eating, including the 90 minute cheese served as an amuse bouche.
3. The Coffee Shop
Overall Ratings
4 based on 105 reviews
Reviewed By Deborah C - London, United Kingdom
My wife and I had the scrambled eggs and smoked salmon. The brown bread was delicious but the eggs watery and unseasoned. Staff were also quite unhelpful and abrupt, which was a real shame as we usually look forward to a warm and hospitable Irish welcome when visiting
4. Hollywood Inn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 209 reviews
Located in West Wicklow, at the end of the famous Wicklow Gap. Enjoy the majestic scenery & visit the production sites of “Braveheart”, “Michael Collins” & “Excalibur”. Established in 1790, this family-run, traditional Irish pub & restaurant, provides an all-day food service using local produce, fresh fish & delicious homemade cuisine. The Hollywood Inn is renowned for exceptional food & warm hospitality.
Reviewed By 234jah - Naas, Ireland
In spite of already having a party of 22 booked they accomodated us in the bar ( which often has food served there),There was a very varied choice on the menu including Turkey. The starters included the incredible " Hollywood Inn smokies " (Smoked Haddock) a great favourite of mine,.Spiced chicken wings ( one portion would easily do 2 people ) with a choice of how "hot" you wanted them and soup.The mains included their own "Hollywood Inn Burger", well known favourite, Fish and Chips ( to die for ) and Vegetarian tartlets with salad. Steaks cooked to taste and seasonal fair. Desserts included cheese cake,brownies, & Ice cream . As it was a special celebration we had our own cake which they kindly cut and served for us.The staff were very efficient , attentive & friendly without being intrusive.Their wine list was superb and their House Wines increadable. As usual there was no pressure on us to "eat up and leave" as there is in some places. We have eaten there several times and have always come away satisfied. I would recommend The Hollywood Inn to anyone interested in good food at a reasonable price.
5. The Happy Pear , Greystones
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 614 reviews
Reviewed By maggiedino - Clonmel, Ireland
Food was of course delicious but coffee very poor therefore one star down. I sign up for course and was very curious about that place. I love healthy chocolate bars and main course with salads was really tasty and filling. Now coffee was bitter and just horrible so I left it behind. I would not order coffee again but I would gladly back for food itself. Definitely good stop if you care about your diet.
6. Madeline's Restaurant
Overall Ratings
5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By Freddie1955 - Belfast, United Kingdom
We were staying in the guest house next door whilst looking for a wedding venue and had this restaurant recommended to us.
Everything we ate was outstanding, superb chicken/duck liver parfait, mouth-watering sirloin steaks, sticky toffee pudding with caramel sauce.........the whole thing beautifully presented.
Service is outstanding without being OTT and the wine list has a lovely selection. We opted for a Tempranillo which was smooth and velvety and yes, we did have a second bottle ! We met the chef/proprietor Paddy the following day and just had to congratulate him on his wonderful cuisine. I'd love to return.
7. Halpin's Bridge Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 195 reviews
Halpin's offers great food & a great atmosphere which has been recognised by the Bridgestone guide who have included us for the 5 years we have been open. We are the only Restaurant in Wicklow Town in the guide. Also in The Georgina Campbell Irish food guide and the winner of the Wicklow Chamber 'Best eating establishment' award 2010. We have been awarded a certificate of excellence by tripadvisor, the world's biggest review site for 3 years running, 2012 & 2013 and 2014 and are consistantly in the top 3 recommended on tripadvisor.Ie for the whole of County Wicklow. This certificate is only awarded to 10% of eating establishments in the whole World !!!!
Reviewed By hollythedog - Fife, United Kingdom
We found Halpin's after a disappointing search for something veggie friendly that wasn't just chips. The special was butternut squash pie which was utterly delicious! There was a good choice of lunch time fare for us non meat eaters. The owner was really helpful and gave our dog a couple of dog biscuits. It was nice to feel that she was welcome and not just tolerated. The restaurant is tucked away off the main road but with plenty of people watching opportunity. Well worth a visit.
8. Hannah's Coffee Shop
Overall Ratings
4 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By f5757
Wide Selection of foods from breakfast,lunch and dinners.. scones to homemade apple pie or cream slices tea coffee or soft drinks drinks.. in the heart of Wicklow town proper irish breakfast and great family atmosphere love this place well worth a visit simple as??
9. The Mezzanine Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By WicklowPurple - Wicklow
I work nearby so it's very handy for me to go in here for lunch but I prefer to take away the food. The last time I sat in they were very busy and by the time I got my lunch I had to get them to wrap it up as I had to go back to work. The food is lovely though, and the soups are amazing but get in early for the soup because sometimes its gone before lunch!
10. The Bridge Tavern
Overall Ratings
4 based on 395 reviews
Winner of Best Eating Establishment in Wicklow. Delicious Gastro Pub food. Friendly staff, and first class service located in Wicklow Town. Warm, inviting atmosphere. Our menus are dedicated to taste and presentation. Traditional dishes take on a modern twist & only the best quality ingredients, which we source locally, are used. Setting a high standard for Gastro Pub food in the Garden County. Our menus are dedicated to serving delicious top quality food at reasonable prices. We are also proud to serve Sunday Lunch with The Best Roast on the East Coast, finished off with a slice of homemade cheesecake. Homemade breakfast is served from 8am to 12pm daily, choose from
Reviewed By nicolef15
I paid €7 for once slice of toast and 2 spoons of mushrooms. Completely over priced. The quality of the bread was poor and wafer thin and the mushrooms were extremely salty. Staff are very friendly and the establishment has nice views but the food...MoreHi Nicolef15 Many thanks for your review - I would like to look into this further can you please email me your number and I will get back to you. My email address is [email protected] Kind Regards Declan
