George V at Ashford Castle

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   BetsyS

   Minneapolis

   3 reviews

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   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 13 October 2022

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   Amazing experience!! Delicious and top notch!

   George V at Ashford CastleResponded on 26 October 2022Dear Anonymous Thank you for your review and I am pleased that you enjoyed experience. We shall certainly share this with the team Kind Regards Chris Murphy, Director of Food and Beverage

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   Ddelat1

   Naples

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on 7 October 2022

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   Staying at Ashford castle is a special occasion demanding a special dining experience, and George V lives up to it. Food and service were impeccable from beginning to end. Having eaten at Adare Manor’s Oak Room just days earlier I would say George V deserves the Michelin star more than the Oak Room.

   George V at Ashford CastleResponded on 26 October 2022Dear Ddelat1, Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback on your recent visit to George V Dining Room, Thank you for highlighting the food and service aspects of your time with us in George V, I will share your feedback with our team. I hope we have the pleasure to welcome you back in the near future. Kind Regards Chris Murphy, Director of Food and Beverage

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   BritniS

   Indiana

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on 2 October 2022

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   TL/DR: Bland, ‘old’ food. Interesting history. Sits on gorgeous castle grounds. NOT worth the price. Service team beholden to old ideas and traditions inconsistent with the needs of the modern dining experience. Let me admit a few things: 1) I’m an American and due to our history, I have developed a more sensitive radar to help recognize when my white privilege and colonialism are being put on a pedestal. 2) I don’t know a lot about the history there, why certain traditions have been preserved at George V, and I don’t pretend to know how the staff feel about working there. I bought a book on Ireland’s history to better understand the complicated relationship between Ireland and the crown. 3) I get it, it’s a restaurant review, not a history book. But when you name a place after a former king, we naturally get here. The quick and dirty becuase I have minimal characters left: - the grounds are gorgeous - the restaurant was built for George V and man does it feel and taste like it is deliberately maintaining old preparation techniques and ideas- yikes - the food was not good. It just wasn’t. It’s not the service team’s fault, but someone in charge who is choosing to hold on to a boring, outdated menu catering to old, rich white people (small changes could have made the meal interesting and like it belongs in 2022) - the only diversity present was among the service team. It’s cringey as a diner. - multiple people served us in a disconnected way: the person who sat us took our order (which confused another person), someone else spoke to us about wine and couldn’t answer other questions, someone else served it, and none of those were our main server I left this experience feeling disappointed and confused. How much of my experience is white guilt vs real restaurant problems? Should a restaurant rooted in royal history consider their representation of colonialism in 2022 a real restaurant problem? I absolutely think so.

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   Pilgrim

   Jacksonville

   20 reviews

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   5.0

   20 reviews

   Dined on 29 September 2022

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   The ambience and the service were exquisite. I particularly commend the floor manager, very gracious and helpful in advising on selections ( the venison was indeed wonderful). After dinner, we retired to the drawing room, where he brought us beautiful petits fours. An elegant dining experience.

   George V at Ashford CastleResponded on 9 October 2022Dear Pilgrim Thank you for taking the time to leave a review following your dinner. It gives me great pleasure to read that you found this such an elegant dining experience, and thought the service was exquisite. I hope we have the pleasure to welcome you back in the near future. Kind Regards Chris Murphy, Director of Food and Beverage

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   MollyM

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 10 September 2022

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   Absolutely amazing! The best meal I have ever had!

   George V at Ashford CastleResponded on 17 September 2022Dear MollyM Thank you for taking the time to review your recent dinner in the George V. I am very pleased to read you had an absolutely amazing time and thought it was the best meal ever. We very much look forward to welcoming you back! Kind Regards Chris Murphy Director of Food and Beverage

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   PhillipH

   Calgary

   8 reviews

   3.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on 31 August 2022

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   Quality of the food doesn't match the pomp and hype.

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   FrancesN

   London

   12 reviews

   5.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on 30 August 2022

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   What an amazing evening: the service was excellent; the food superb and the waiting team so professional and charming. A wonderfully memorable evening and highly recommend the experience. Thank you George V at Ashford Castle

   George V at Ashford CastleResponded on 6 September 2022Dear FrancesN Thank you for taking the time to review your recent dinner at George V. I will pass your kind feedback on the superb food and excellent service to the team, and especially highlight the two staff you have privately highlighted. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future. Kind Regards Chris Murphy Director of Food and Beverage

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   OpenTable Diner

   Chicago

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 9 August 2022

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   Just incredible. The people and service were astounding. Definitely worth it for the curious traveler or for a special occasion.

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   Iain

   Connacht

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 5 August 2022

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   The food was extraordinary. Some of the best I have tasted to date. That coupled with an exceptional experience and really attentive staff. I would definitely dine there again soon.

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    TheWillowRetreat

    Mayo

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 28 July 2022

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    It’s a perfect experience. Its a complete experience-the place, the people & the food are wonderful. Thank you all at Ashford 🙏🏻👼💜

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    KathyD

    Pittsburgh

    52 reviews

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    5.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on 13 June 2022

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    Fabulous in every way!

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    WayneS

    New England

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 February 2020

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    Very nice time ! Food was good , service was excellent.

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    PaulM

    Mayo

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 February 2020

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    Very relaxing Excellent grounds Beautiful surroundings Staff very helpful and always very pleasant and attentive. Overall impression was very receptive and most enjoyable The renovation works carried out in the last 5-6 years were fully justified and the staff couldn’t have been more helpful. The owners should be very proud of their achievements and the inpact to the area.

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    DD40

    Dublin

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2020

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    An amazing experience, incredible food and service. All in a truly memorable setting

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    OpenTable Diner

    Munich

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 4 November 2019

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    Ich hatte ein 8 Gänge Menu mit korrespondierenden Weinen-Der Wein hat sehr gut harmoniert und das Essen war geschmacklich und qualitativ hochwertig. Der Service inklusive Sommelier waren perfekt abgestimmt!

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    Lovetoeatgreatfood107

    Hawaii

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 21 October 2019

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    We had a wonderful evening. We ordered the Chateaubriand for two and it was delicious and it was reasonable priced $$$.

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    Louisa

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 October 2019

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    Men are suggested to wear a jacket. The decorations make us feel dining in a royal castle. The dishes are great and the staff are nice.

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    millikend

    Detroit

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 14 September 2019

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    Experience of a lifetime

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    OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 September 2019

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    Booked a dinner date at George V at Ashford Castle for my wife and I’s honeymoon. We are staying here at the castle and glad we did. Men do have to wear a jacket but it sets the ambiance and tone for an exceptional dinner. The staff, waiters and host were all so nice and welcoming. My wife and I had cocktails which were both perfect. My wife’s cocktail had a great presentation as I don’t recall the name but was a smoked lemonade cocktail which was brilliant. If you do have dinner here, I would highly recommend the steak for 2 as it was simply the best steak dinner I have ever tasted! You can’t go wrong at George the V at Ashford Castle for an elegant dinner.

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    coppeliat

    Perth

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 2 September 2019

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    A most amazing experience everyone should do at least once but more is preferable ! The Red Carnation chain have got hospitality down to a fine art ( we stayed at the Rubens s previous time ) driving up to the property the scenery is amazing and impressive. Met at the grand entrance and valet parking. From the time we entered into the breathtaking immaculately preserved dining room the service was impeccable . What one would expect of a fine dining restaurant , food ambience attentive service without fault . The after dinner drinks in the lounge , with entertainment was a bonus . Soft Irish songs with singer and Pianist Even the kind concierge who got our car keys was unflabble when a very rude drunk woman was demanding and rude at midnight . Top marks we will be back .

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    Anne12345

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 August 2019

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    From when I entered the restaurant till we finished it was an absolutely brilliant could not fault anything or anyone everyone was lovely food georgious service brilliant

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    GaryL

    Mayo

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 August 2019

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    Awesome experience and we enjoyed the whole time we were there. The grounds the food the people.

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    ElizabethG

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 August 2019

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    The food was amazing and the setting is lovely. The service team was off their game when we went for dinner. I will give this a second chance, but I think it's fair to call out. As an example, our waiter literally said "sorry but we have an important table to attend to" You don't say that to anyone at a restaurant of this caliber, and all should feel well taken care of. I do feel this is fixable, so please keep this in mind, as I'm not one to write negative reviews.

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    RW1888

    Charlotte

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 13 August 2019

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    Our experience was incredible! The food was excellent and the service was unparalleled.

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    Gabby

    Dublin

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 8 August 2019

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    Sorry. Service in particular was not good enough. Food was ok but not at a level you would expect.

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    Claudia

    Switzerland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 August 2019

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    An everlasting unforgettable evening! Can’t be beaten. Thank you so much!

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    SandraD

    Dublin

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 28 July 2019

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    An absolutely terrific experience We met the Director of Operations on arrival at the Restaurant and he was amazing . The welcome was first class and the experience throughout was first class . Absolutely the best of everything

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    CaroleN

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

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    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 16 July 2019

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    Absolutely wonderful meal with excellent service! Truly a treat.

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    mattb

    Dallas

    20 reviews

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    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 10 July 2019

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    Amazing on every level. Wish I could dine like that everyday. Thanks for a great dinner and amazing stay

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    MichaelS

    Western NC

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 30 May 2019

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    This was one of the finest dining experiences we have experienced in many years of world travel.

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    MikaylaG

    Connacht

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 May 2019

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    Everything you would expect from a 5 star restaurant within a heritage castle. Excellent service gorgeous decor and decent portions for a fine dining restaurant.

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    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 May 2019

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    80th birthday meal. . . Superb

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    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 April 2019

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    Service and food was amazing

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    FidelmaM

    Connacht

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 April 2019

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    I was very interested in the tasting menu and as a non-dairy person who follows vegetarian diet, with occasional fish, I didn't think I'd get the option. The chef designed one especially and it was absolutely superb. What they did with vegetables was beyond super. I already recommended it and would like to extend my thanks and full compliments to the chef who designed and ensured the delivery of the super menu, super experience, Fidelma

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    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 26 March 2019

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    Amazing experience

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    AlyH

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 26 March 2019

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    My best friend and I travelled to Ireland from Washington state. We had the privilege to dine at George V and it was amazing!!

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    Yorkie7500

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 19 February 2019

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    We had a lovely dinner in George V. Service was excellent and the food was outstanding. The smoked salmon appetizer was, I believe, one of the best I have had. I also had a fillet of cod which was wonderful and very fresh. My dining companion had the gnocchi which were fabulous. Desserts were amazing. We will certainly return and I would not hesitate to recommend this restaurant.

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    REDATL

    Atlanta

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 18 February 2019

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    Superb experience...beautiful presentations, varied nuances of flavors, textures, etc. Very helpful with the wine selections. My only disappointment was that our server, Rhoda I believe, was not particularly warm in her manner and not very descriptive in her presentations when I asked questions. I truly wish we had had an Irish-native server...not being from Ireland, that is part of the charm. Just missed the warmth and sincere desire to help/please that the native Irish people give.

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    JamesS

    Connacht

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 January 2019

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    Very good restaurant can compete with the best in European cities.

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    SandraLorange64

    Los Angeles

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2018

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    Locally sourced organic food. Beautiful ambiance in the Ashford Castle in Cong, Ireland. We had a five course meal with a selection from each course. Wine selection and sommelier outstanding. There is a variety of wines from all regions. Flawless service.

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