The Clink

Name: The Clink
Address: 38-39 Dublin St Graigue, Carlow, Leinster, 93 D7X9, IE
Telephone: (059) 918 2418
Price range: €30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3 (157)

€30 and under

European

38-39 Dublin St Graigue, Carlow, Leinster 93 D7X9

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The Clink

4.3

€30 and under

European

Carlow

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2 people

29 Oct 2026

22:30

Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

Great for brunch
Good for groups
Neighbourhood gem

Welcome to The Clink, we look forward to serving you!

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
€30 and under
Cuisines
European
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Daily 7:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(059) 918 2418
Website
http://www.theclinkboutiquehotel.com/
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Business Casual

Location
38-39 Dublin St Graigue, Carlow, Leinster 93 D7X9
Area
Carlow
Parking Details
None
Additional
Indoor Fireplace

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Reviews from people who have dined at The Clink.

4.3

(157)

4.2Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
4.1Value

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157 Reviews

M
Michelle
Leinster2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous food here for a birthday recently. The options are great. We had the tower for 2 and it was gorgeous. Great value for money also.
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Telly Gold
Greater Boston8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great meal and service. Interesting environment to eat at.
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Mairead
Dublin5 reviews
4.0
Dined on 23 August 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Very accommodating, prompt service. Limited gluten free options
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Ciara
Dublin3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 August 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service. Lovely venue. Extensive menu so there’s something for everyone. Portions are decent. Quality is nice but average.
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Ciara
Dublin3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 July 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely interiors, excellent service, nice food quality & good portion sizes too. iPads with the menu were made available for my aunt and uncle who are in their 60s so that was nice. Everyone else used a qr code on their phone to access the menu.
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Evelyn
Dublin3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 April 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely meal , staff were lovely , I would definitely return
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Aoife
Dublin29 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 March 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Genuinely the best restaurant in Carlow. The food is amazing and the staff are next level
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Rachel Gold
Dublin14 reviews
3.0
Dined on 21 March 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
First time trying here, the menu had a nice amount of options for brunch / lunch / dinner We went for the brunch menu it was nice but the dishes we got were not as flavourful as expected compared to other brunch spots. The service was good the waiters were prompt and friendly.
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Sarah
Northern Ireland5 reviews
1.0
Dined on 15 March 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
The staff were friendly and did their best, which I appreciated, but unfortunately the overall experience was really disappointing. My coffee order was mixed up — I asked for a coconut cappuccino and received something different. I’m not allergic, I just choose coconut milk, but the coffee itself tasted burnt so I didn’t drink it anyway. That said, if someone did have an allergy, this kind of mistake could be serious. There were a few other issues too. A latte was served in a cup rather than a proper glass, which felt off, and the soup tasted like it had come straight out of a freezer rather than being fresh. The atmosphere didn’t help either — the music was extremely loud, with “Sex Bomb” playing at 11:30am, which just felt unnecessary. The speaker was right beside us, making it uncomfortable to sit and talk. To be fair, when we asked for the volume to be lowered, the staff did so quickly and were very polite. Overall, despite the nice staff, the quality and attention to detail didn’t match the price. It came to nearly €100 for six breakfasts and coffees, which felt excessive for what we got. I don’t mind paying for good food, but this just wasn’t it. Unfortunately, I wouldn’t return or recommend it.
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Laura
Northern Ireland5 reviews
4.0
Dined on 15 March 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Great brunch menu. Good portion sizes. Background music a little loud
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
€30 and under
Cuisines
European
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Daily 7:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(059) 918 2418
Website
http://www.theclinkboutiquehotel.com/
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Business Casual

Location
38-39 Dublin St Graigue, Carlow, Leinster 93 D7X9
Area
Carlow
Parking Details
None
Additional
Indoor Fireplace

FAQs

The Clink feels warm and cosy with lovely, well‑kept interiors and a romantic, music-filled atmosphere, guests frequently praise the decor and the friendly, attentive staff.

Yes, The Clink is family-friendly: guests note staff are great with children and even surprised a 7‑year‑old with a birthday song, making it welcoming for family visits.

The Clink is especially worth a mid-morning–early afternoon visit, guests repeatedly praise the brunch/breakfast–lunch menu and generous portions during daytime service.

Guests consistently describe portions at The Clink as generous and filling, multiple reviews call the portion sizes "very generous" or "large."

Yes, The Clink is a popular choice for romantic evenings, with guests praising its romantic vibe and enjoying Valentine's visits there.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished clothing rather than formalwear.

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4.3

€30 and under

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Carlow

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2 people

29 Oct 2026

22:30

Booked 2 times today

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