Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Munster

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Updated 05 April 2025

Looking for restaurants that have the most vibrant bar scenes in Munster? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Cornstore - Limerick

4.7

4.7 (1765)

€30 and under

Steak

Limerick City

About the restaurant

Owing to the success of the Cornstore Wine Bar & Restaurant Cork, a sister restaurant was opened in Limerick in November 2008, situated on the newly refurbished and pedestrianised street, Thomas Street.

The concepts boasts 3 floors offering a lively, buzzy, Manhattan style surrounding, including private dining and contemporary heated smoking area. The interior is mirrored to match the stylish elegance of its sister restaurant in Cork with intricate floor tiling, pewter style bar, cosy booths and intimate lighting.

Like Cork, the menu consists of premium steaks and quality seafood, an extensive drinks list with cocktails, new world beers and a vast wine list.
Both Cornstore buildings were selected because of their historic presence and the belief that the old and new can be successfully combined to create an old style feel with a modern ambiance.

Top review

Carl

Dined 2 days ago

Well deserved top restaurant in Limerick The service was charming, food excellent. Moules Marineire with soda bread was so good… Wine a bit pricey, three cheapest bottles all at €35, however the Picpoul de Pinet bottle we chose was very good to be fair! Will definitely return.

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Killarney Brewing & Distilling Company

4.7

4.7 (468)

€30 and under

Dining Bar

Killarney

About the restaurant

Step into our Bar & Restaurant at Killarney Brewing & Distilling co. for an unforgettable experience.

With breathtaking views of the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks and Lakes of Killarney, every moment is a feast for the senses. Enjoy the freshest beer on tap, handcrafted cocktails, or a custom-tasting flight.

Our menu, crafted by talented chefs, showcases modern Irish cuisine using locally sourced ingredients—perfectly paired with our beers and spirits.

From light bites to celebratory feasts, we cater to every palate, including vegan & gluten-free options.

Plus, catch a behind-the-scenes glimpse of our working brewery & distillery as you dine!

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Ivie maricel

Dined 5 days ago

The food was very good and affordable, the atmosphere was fancy and it had a wonderful view of the mountains, I would definitely go again! Our seats was also great aswell, I think just for parties I would recommend the seating with vie that were inside but overall it was good!

BODEGA 1830

4.7

4.7 (432)

€30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Clonmel

About the restaurant

At Bodega 1830 we wanted to create an authentic yet modern tapas experience that would not feel out of place if it were on a busy street in Madrid or Barcelona. Coupled with the very best wine selection, we hope that when you walk through the door that you leave the busy Clonmel streets behind for a delicious and delectable taste of Spain.

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Graham

Dined 5 days ago

Great evening out for 2hrs. Nice place. Lovely music in bar too.

360 COOKHOUSE

4.7

4.7 (342)

€31 to €50

Irish

Dungarvan

About the restaurant

We host an atmosphere that acts as a place for friends, wanderers and adventurers to come together to share delicious food and drink in Dungarvan.

360 Cookhouse opened in 2016 and has been nestled in the Culinary Quarter of Dungarvan ever since.
This cosy yet large premises, previously, The Park House - highlights our passion for local ingredients, honest cooking, and a casual fun dining atmosphere.

Influenced by the Basque and Mediterranean Regions: Our Unique Twist
We take culinary inspiration from the sun-soaked shores of the Mediterranean. Our menu is a canvas for our chefs to showcase their creativity, twisting traditional flavours into something entirely new and exciting. So come on in, kick back with a glass of wine, and let us take you on a wild and delicious ride.

Loved by locals and travelling foodies alike now is the perfect time for you to join us today at 360 Cookhouse to experience the full circle of Dungarvan, Co Waterford.

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Ciaran

Dined 4 days ago

Great meal and excellent service enjoy by 4 friends on a night out

ACES Limerick

4.7

4.7 (255)

€30 and under

European

Castletroy

About the restaurant

ACES Limerick delivers a space dedicated to customer experience. Not satisfied with what was on offer, the Doherty brothers designed a space to maximise the opportunity for great times together. Located in Castletroy Park Retail Park, ACES's specialises in tapas/small plates, Neapolitan-style pizza, and premium ingredient cocktails. ACES's also offers a full drinks menu including a great selection of wines and draught beer.

*For reservations of more than 8 people or general enquiries, please contact ACES via Whatsapp on 0861765836.*

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Edmund

Dined 1 day ago

Not easy to understand what amount you Order. Maybe suggest a number in front of each dish. Also menu does not tell you how much each oder of tapas if for. Is each dish for one person, or for two people?

Coqbull - Thomas Street

4.6

4.6 (331)

€30 and under

Burgers

Limerick City

About the restaurant

Coqbull Restaurant is a chicken and burger concept with its mouth-watering menu of delicious rotisserie chicken and gourmet beef burgers as well as an array of tantalising coqtails and local craft beers, focussing on casual dining.
The name CoqBull originates from the simplicity of the locally sourced ingredients and conjures up images of rubbing, marinating, charring, shaking etc with a cool edgy, laid back vibe offering something new and exciting for the casual dining scene in Limerick.

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Claire

Dined on 15 Feb 2025

Super restaurant. Great food and service. Excellent value

Coqbull - Castletroy

4.6

4.6 (354)

€30 and under

Burgers

Limerick City

About the restaurant

Coqbull Restaurant is a chicken and burger concept with its mouth-watering menu of delicious chicken and gourmet beef burgers as well as an array of tantalising coqtails and local craft beers, focussing on casual dining.
The name CoqBull originates from the simplicity of the locally sourced ingredients and conjures up images of rubbing, marinating, charring, shaking etc with a cool edgy, laid back vibe offering something new and exciting for the casual dining scene in Castletroy.

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Eileen

Dined 4 days ago

Food in Coq Bull Castletroy, is always so good. We love it there! I have yet to have a meal that I didn't enjoy. The staff are lovely and are always so friendly.

Coqbull - Cork

4.3

4.3 (740)

€30 and under

Comfort Food

Cork City

About the restaurant

Coqbull is a chicken and burger specialist restaurant with its mouth-watering menu of delicious rotisserie chicken, top class wings, homemade sauces and gourmet beef burgers, also offering stonebaked pizza as well as an array of tantalising coqtails and local craft beers.

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Emma

Dined on 21 Mar 2025

Lovely food LOVELY CHIPS lovely staff happy birthday Nadine

Sophie's @ The Dean Cork

4.3

4.3 (1934)

€31 to €50

European

Cork City

About the restaurant

Head for the 6th floor for panoramic views and delectable bites at Sophie’s Rooftop Restaurant, complete with two cosy terraces, or take it easy at The Dean Bar on our ground floor, the choice is yours!

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Liz

Dined 4 days ago

Lovely experience, service was really good, fast and tasted gorgeous. Good value for money considering today's prices. Will definitely go again

House Limerick

4.2

4.2 (748)

€30 and under

European

Limerick City

About the restaurant

At House, Our beautiful spaces are designed to entertain you and your family, friends and guests. Join us on the banks of the Shannon river to enjoy a relaxed time with us here in House Limerick. We look forward to welcoming you.

Christmas Opening hours Wednesday to Sunday Follow our website and social media

Top review

Brendan

Dined 4 days ago

Top quality and welcoming service from the start. Food was outstanding too!

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Experience

Bottomless Brunch @ House Limerick

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