Bella Italia

Located in the heart of Limerick city, Bella Italia's house-made pasta and sauces can be eaten in or taken out. Those with a sweet tooth will appreciate the Yogorino counter's selection of frozen yogurt, crepes and waffles.

• Web:

  www.bellaitalia.ie

• E-mail:

  info@bellaitalia.ie

• Address:

  43 Thomas Street, Limerick

• Phone:

  +353 61 418 872

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Wed 10am–7.30pm, Thu 10am–9pm, Fri–Sat 10am–9.30pm

Copper And Spice

This restaurant beside the Mulcair River offers Indian and Thai cuisine, as well as rotating monthly specials. A great choice for those preferring a meat-free meal. Take-away and delivery also available.

• Web:

  www.copperandspice.ie

• Address:

  2 Cornmarket Row, Limerick

• Phone:

  +353 61 313 620

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat 5pm–10.30pm, Sun 2pm–10pm

Freddy's Bistro

Irish and Italian cuisine, with options that include seafood and some vegetarian dishes. The chefs only use local products and organically grown vegetables. The interiors feature wood floors and furniture, as well as red brick walls.

• Web:

  www.freddysbistro.com

• Address:

  Lower Glentworth Street, Limerick

• Phone:

  +353 61 418749

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Thu 5.30pm–10pm, Fri–Sat 5.30pm–11pm

French Table

Gaze on to the River Shannon as you enjoy fine French wines served by the glass, carafe or bottle. Lunch and dinner offerings, including take-away options, consist of signature dishes such as soups and seafood that change daily.

• Web:

  www.frenchtable.ie

• E-mail:

  info@frenchtable.ie

• Address:

  Steamboat Quay, Limerick

• Phone:

  +353 61 609274

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Fri: Noon–2.30pm 6pm–9.30pm, Sun: 12.30pm–8pm

Hamptons Grill

This New York style restaurant specialises mainly in grilled food: specials include BBQ ribs and chicken curry, as well as seafood options like local scallops. Pasta and rice dishes cater to vegetarians.

• Web:

  www.hamptonsgrill.ie

• E-mail:

  table@hamptonsgrill.ie

• Address:

  Henry Street, Limerick

• Phone:

  +353 61 609325

• Opening hours:

  Daily Noon–10.30pm

No. 1 Pery Square Hotel & Spa

This hotel shines in summertime: the Georgian terrace opens to BBQs, cocktails parties, and events. For a local flavour, try Limerick's own Treaty City Brewing Selection and cider.

• Web:

  www.oneperysquare.com

• E-mail:

  info@oneperysquare.com

• Address:

  No. 1 Pery Square Hotel & Spa, Limerick

• Phone:

  +353 61 402402

Bobby Byrnes

A much-loved city centre bar since 1953, Bobby Byrnes offers food at the warmth of an open fireplace. Special events include the Twenty Thursday: order a meal for two for €20 between midday and 3pm, and Bobby's Summer Lunch: €18.95 for two courses, every Sunday from noon to 4pm.

• Web:

  www.bobbybyrnesbar.com

• E-mail:

  info@bobbybyrnes.ie

• Address:

  3 O’Connell Avenue, Limerick City

• Phone:

  +353 61 316949

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 8.30–9pm, Sat 9am–9pm, Sun Noon–9pm

Dolan's Pub and Restaurant

This live music venue hosts events with national and international musicians, as well as comedy acts.

• Web:

  www.dolans.ie

• E-mail:

  info@dolans.ie

• Address:

  4 St. Alphonsus Street, Limerick

• Phone:

  +353 61 314 483

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri noon–late, Sat–Sun 10am–late

Michael Flannery’s Pub

Since 1898, Flannery's has shared its love of Irish whiskey with visitors from near and far. Staff will suggest a drink from their "Whiskey Bible". Bar open on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings, with breakfast and lunch served until 3pm from Monday to Saturday.

• Web:

  www.flannerysbar.ie

• E-mail:

  info@flannerysbar.ie

• Address:

  17 Upper Denmark Street, Limerick

• Phone:

  +353 61 436677

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Wed 10am–Midnight, Thu–Sat 10am–2.30am, Sun 1pm–Midnight

Nancy Blakes

Lunch is served Monday to Friday, with a late bar 5 nights a week. Musical offerings includes traditional Irish music on Sunday, and enjoy live music on Wednesday and Thursday at "The Outback", a beer garden surrounded by a canopy.

• E-mail:

  info@nancyblakes.com

• Address:

  19 Upper Denmark Street, Limerick

• Phone:

  +353 61 416443

• Opening hours:

  Wed–Mon 10.15am–2pm, Sun 10.15am–12.45pm

O'Dwyers Bar

Since 1912, O'Dwyer's has teemed with atmosphere. With live music performances every Friday from 9pm onward, customers can savour snacks like hot chicken rolls dipped in garlic sauce.

• Web:

  www.odwyersbar.com

• E-mail:

  deirdre@odwyersbar.com

• Address:

  88 Wolfetone Street, Limerick City

• Phone:

  +353 61 315072

• Opening hours:

  Daily 10am–1am

The Glen Tavern

Run by the Callanan family for generations, this tavern's menu features specials like The Glen Ploughman’s Lunch and Traditional Irish Stew. Watch sport events like rugby and soccer, enjoy weekly live music by local artists, and make good use of the pool table.

• Web:

  www.glentavern.ie

• E-mail:

  glentavern1@gmail.com

• Address:

  1-2 Lower Glentworth Street, Limerick

• Phone:

  +353 61 411380

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Thu 9.30am–23.30pm, Fri 9.30am–00.30am, Sat 10.30–00.30am, Sun 12.30–23pm

Delish Cafes

With two locations in Limerick at Castletroy and Raheen, Delish Cafe offers savoury main courses for lunch as well as sweet cakes, brownies and tarts.

• Web:

  www.delish.ie

• E-mail:

  info@delish.ie

• Address:

  No. 6, Courtfields Shopping Centre, Limerick - Unit 1a, Castletroy Park Commerical Campus, Limerick

• Phone:

  +353 61 300090

Green Onion Cafe

With colourful interiors and colourful ingredients, this cafe serves both sweet and savoury delicacies. Coffee is available to go or to enjoy in the uniquely decorated rooms - walls are decorated with palm trees in one room and graffiti in another.

• E-mail:

  dcorbettny@yahoo.com

• Address:

  3 Rutland Street, Limerick

• Phone:

  +353 61 311889

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 8am–5pm, Sat 8am–4pm, Sun 9am–4pm

Hook & Ladder

Hook & Ladder is more than your average cafe: it is also a cookery school and a furniture and home accessory shop. Savour delicious coffee, local produce, and original home design. Serving breakfast, snacks and evenings meals - as well as scrumptious baked goods.

• Web:

  www.hookandladder.ie

• E-mail:

  info@hookandladder.ie

• Address:

  Unit 4, Castletroy Shopping Centre, Limerick

• Phone:

  +353 6133 0035

• Opening hours:

  Wed–Sun 9am–5pm

Petit Paris Cafe

Enjoy breakfast or lunch at this chic cafe. Salads, sandwiches and omelettes can be paired with delicious desserts including crepes and Belgian chocolate cookies. Saturday brunch is from 9am to 1:30pm.

• E-mail:

  petitparislimerick@gmail.com

• Address:

  21 Henry Street, Limerick

• Phone:

  +353 61 446821

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Wed 8am–4.30pm, Thu–Fri 8am–5pm, Sat 9am–2pm

The Buttery

Headed by a brother and sister duo, The Buttery's menu takes inspiration from the proprietor's travels - everything from frittatas and homemade soups to à la carte offerings for dinner. Take away is an option, and happy hour is every Friday from 3pm to 5pm.

• Web:

  www.thebuttery.ie

• E-mail:

  hello@thebuttery.ie

• Address:

  Bedford Row, Limerick

• Phone:

  +353 61 597668

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Wed 8am–4pm, Thu 8am–9pm, Sat–Sun 8am–9.30pm

The Drawing Room at Adare Manor

Indulge in luxury at the Adare Manor Hotel. Enjoy coffee in the gilded Drawing Room, where natural light shines through the wide windows illuminating the luscious gardens. Its two fireplaces are adorned with carvings of Pegasus and decadent oak leaves.

• Web:

  www.adaremanor.com/dining/the-drawing-room

• E-mail:

  info@adaremanor.com

• Address:

  Adare, Limerick

• Phone:

  +353 61 605200

• More info:

  Children under 16 are welcome at all times.