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The Reg, Waterford, Co. Waterford

The Reg

4.5
4.5
233 reviews
€30 and under
International
Located in the heart of Waterford’s Viking Triangle (link to WVT web), the Reg consists of 5 bars built around the 900-year-old City Wall constructed at the same time as the adjacent Reginald’s Tower. Each bar has its own unique character and offering. We are Great Place to Work Certified and also Won Best Late Night Bar in Ireland for 2022.
With such a wide variety of areas to eat and drink in please specify when booking if there is a particular area you would like to be sat.

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2 people

19:00


Booked 7 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    International, Seafood, European
  • Hours of Operation
    Dining Daily 12:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (051) 583 000
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Area
    Waterford City
  • Cross Street
    2 The Mall
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public Transit
    Nearest bus stop Waterford, Tower Hotel Waterford
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 233 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Munster

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Munster

    Hot spot

  • Munster

    Lively

233 Reviews
  1. StephanieW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Lovely meal out for birthday. Staff and service all very good and happy. Really enjoyed, underatandable music on a friday night but little loud for ending of a meal i couldnt hear my partner too well across the table and it was before 9pm, my only complaint music very loud at dinner setting. Everything else was lovely!

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  2. ChristineK

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 September 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience1
    Had reserved in advance, got a table opposite the bar, the waiter brought the wrong drinks, still water instead of sparkling, one pint of beer instead of half a pint. We couldn‘t find something we liked on the menu, so we paid and left and went next door to Mc Leary‘s, where we had an absolutely delicious meal.

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  3. Neil1409

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place to eat and relax would recommend it to anyone

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  4. Ryan

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The location was easily accessible. The restaurant was very clean and fresh looking. The food and service was outstanding.

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  5. GemH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was so good. We went on a Monday so wasn't super busy but still lively atmosphere. Service was excellent

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  6. CELINEM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 August 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Very good ambiance on a amazing pub !! All familie was Happy und enjoy

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  7. Fleeced

    Munster

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 August 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience1
    We booked an early table for two at a restaurant called The Reg in Waterford, for our Anniversary. When we arrived we were told the restaurant doesn't open during the week - it was Thursday evening - nobody told us! We were told we could eat in the bar! We had travelled a long way, it was late in the day, it was raining outside and we didn't know any other restaurants else in the area. We reluctantly decided to stay. We both opted for fish cooked beer batter with Chips, Mushy Peas and Tartare Sauce. There was no beer in the batter which was burnt and inedible and the fish was completely overcooked. The Chips were just ridiculous, tiny pieces that looked like leftover ends. The Mushy Peas has no seasoning whatsoever and the Tartare Sauce was clearly a cheap brand and was quite bland. An hour after leaving 'The Reg' my wife was violently sick. We won't be going back and if you're reading this review move on.

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  8. IanC

    Berkshire

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 August 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    The beyond burger and fisherman's pie were both very good. The staff were really friendly but the service a little slow. Slightly disappointed that the 'traditional music' wasn't a bit more traditional but a lovely night out.

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  9. CarmelS

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 9 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Lovely evening, great food & service! Will definitely be back!

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  10. GillianD

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Well where to begin. I booked this table for my husband my young son and myself, for my husbands Birthday. We were serviced by an excellent/ friendly waitress, the food was excellent, the cocktails were divine and the overall ambience was great (even for a cranky baby). Only flaw was that they would not prepare a Birthday cake for my husband. We will definitely be coming back again :). Thanks, Gillian

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  11. Magalonus

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 August 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience3
    Came here for the seafood and then the waitress told us that they don’t have the mussels. Disappointing. It’s not a “must have” but food in general was good and delicious.

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  12. Bianca

    Munster

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 6 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Staff were lovely, food was lovely, service was quick and efficient. Only fault I have is that halfway through our meal they turned up the TV above my husbands head to the point we couldn't even hear each other speak across the table, so unfortunately as soon as we finished eating we left instead of staying for drinks.

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  13. Polly

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Just fabulous food,service and value for money. So many gluten free options to choose from, totally recommend the reg!!

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  14. MichaelE

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 19 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Was greeted immediately by a very friendly host and was given a table right away. The service was outstanding and the food was equally outstanding!

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  15. BrianH

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 June 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience5
    The restaurant area is small and "quaint". Actually, it is vert pleasant. The only negative was we were sitting immediately below a loud-speaker emitting music. In fairness, the volume was turned down when we requested it. The menu is quite small and a tad uninspiring. I opted for a Caesar Salad as a starter and it was excellent and generous in size. For the main course, I had the burger which again was generous, tasty and well presented but the choice reflected a somewhat restricted and uninspiring selection. Service was good. Our waitress was pleasant without being intrusive.

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  16. ElaineF

    Connacht

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 June 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience3
    The Reg is a great gastro pub right on the quay front in Waterford, good atmosphere and the waiting staff are very friendly, personable and efficient. It's our second visit there as we were visiting Waterford, we ate there in July 2021 and decided to go back.

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  17. LadC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 June 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Staff were lovely & accommodating when asked if we could change table. Service was great.

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  18. Lisa

    Munster

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 8 June 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely food, served quickly. Staff were so friendly.

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  19. BruceAndMaria

    Greater Boston

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 5 June 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    I had the chicken sandwich and it was perfectly crisp, the chips were just right. My husband had the fried fish and it was a good size portion and it was also very nice and crispy. We shared the brownie which was delicious.

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  20. SusieL

    Waterford

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 5 June 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Food quite pricey in my opinion. But was nice. Decent portions. No mussels which was looking forward to. Cod was more batter than fish. Service lady was pleasant and helpful.

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  21. Karen

    Leinster

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 1 June 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful area, food amazing and staff so nice. Had a great evening

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  22. SueK

    Brisbane

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 30 May 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful dinner at The Reg. The staff were professional, friendly and helpful. This might sound silly, but we were overjoyed to find seasonal greens on the sides menu - not seen very often on our travels. The food was delicious, hot and plenty. We would definitely recommend dining here.

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  23. AnneP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 May 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Had a wonderful Sunday lunch at the Reg. Go for the lemon chicken burger or the slow roast rib of beef. Unbeatable!

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  24. dubmoll

    Dublin

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on 5 May 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent friendly bar/restaurant with fantastic service

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  25. NicoleK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 May 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is value for money and couldn’t be faulted! Waitress was absolutely lovely and extremely helpful. Music in the bar afterwards created a good atmosphere.

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  26. CiaraR

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 April 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Great food, great service - background music not ideal for a restaurant (possibly same music as the downstairs venue) but other than that very good all round!

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  27. Angela62

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brilliant night at the reg..restaurant food staff all fantastic. Definitely retuning again

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  28. PaulR

    Munster

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Try the Reg good food service and atmosfear would defenatley recommend it to any one

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  29. ArdithF

    Denver

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 11 April 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Seating area we were given lacked appeal but the food was great.

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  30. Anne

    Munster

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 April 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Table was available on arrival and service was v good as was the food. Will eat at the Reg again.

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  31. LeahP

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 2 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The staff was very polite and attentive, and the food was delicious. We ordered a steak and a veggie burger and they were both above and beyond. We also were under a tv that was up loud but the staff turned down immediately upon asking. Drinks were also good!

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 24 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place for a get together with friends, lovely food & staff are also so friendly & helpful. We’ve become regulars for our friends get to togethers as we always have a great night in the Reg.

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  33. steebae

    Munster

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Booking was very professional and they contacted me a couple of days before to see if the booking was still on. We were welcomed and shown to our table. Explained the specials and soup of the day. Everything was executed to a tee and went very well. No rushing and no long waiting. Timing perfect. Would definitely eat there again, if and when in Waterford.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Munster

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and food was amazing . Service was great even though it was very busy for St Patrick’s day

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  35. deeE

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was the best meal I’d had in a week in Ireland. SO delicious. Everyone was very friendly & helpful. Stayed after dinner and moved into the bar to try local Waterford Whiskeys and hear incredible live music! Highly recommend.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    London

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 10 March 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience1
    Not great. Bad table and very noisy. Service not great.

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  37. JackR

    Connacht

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food and service were excellent, cocktails were delicious and we were served very quickly

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  38. JeanM

    Munster

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very enjoyable evening… Short rib of beef amazing as was seafood pie.. chicken wings are great. staff are very friendly and efficient…

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  39. ZoeM

    Leinster

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great selection of food and drinks. Starters, mains and cocktails perfect. Friendly staff and good atmosphere.

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  40. CatherineC

    Munster

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service by friendly staff. Great choice on menu, very efficient service, no waiting.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available

FAQs

The Reg offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (051) 583 000.

The Reg is rated 4.5 stars by 233 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

19:00


Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Reg

2 The Mall, Waterford, Co. Waterford X91 W866

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    2 The Mall
  • Area
    Waterford City
  • Hours of Operation
    Dining Daily 12:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    International, Seafood, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public Transit
    Nearest bus stop Waterford, Tower Hotel Waterford
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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