Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Limerick

"The Hunt Museum was established to house an internationally important collection of approximately 2,000 works of art and antiquities formed by John and Gertrude Hunt during their lifetimes. As antique dealers and advisors to collectors they built a thriving business and also began to acquire pieces that reflected their own interests and curiosity rather than for commercial purposes. During the latter stages of John's life, they became increasingly aware of the scale of their collection and wished that it would remain intact."

"Although named for its benefactors, this museum, opened in 1997, is also a treasure hunt. Visitors are encouraged to open drawers and otherwise poke around the finest collection of Bronze Age, Iron Age, medieval and modern art treasures outside Dublin. Highlights include a Syracusan coin claimed to have been one of the 30 pieces of silver paid to Judas for his betrayal of Christ, a Renoir study, a Gauguin painting, a Giacometti drawing and works by Picasso and Jack B Yeats."

"This chicken and burger concept restaurant in Limerick City have a mouth-watering menu of delicious rotisserie chicken and beef burgers, as well as an array of ribs, chicken wings and salads. Known for its friendly service and children’s menu with a wide variety of options for even the fussiest little ones, Coqbull is a great option for a quick bite while you’re out with the kids or family lunch any day of the week."

"A trip to Limerick cannot be complete without understanding its rich heritage. The art and cultural activities in Limerick will give you an insight into the city's history, traditions, and artwork. While visiting the cultural attractions in Limerick would prove to be informative, attending its artsy events will leave you entertained."

"21/07/2021: Lovely food great prices and very friendly staff. 18/07/2021: I’ve been here twice now and I love it!. First time was September last year then second time was last month very kind and helpful staff food is delicious and their cocktails are incredible!"

"The Locke Bar is located in the heart of the Medieval Quarter in Limerick City. The Locke bar is open seven days a week from 9:00 am to 11:30 pm Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am to 12:30 am on Fridays, 10:00 am to 12:30 am on Saturdays and 10:00 am to 11:00 pm on Sundays. The Locke Bar has received many awards for its delicious food including ‘Dining Pub of the Year’, Limericks Best Gastro Pub’, ‘Ireland’s Best Tourist Bar’ and many more."

"Located on the heart of the river banks, The Locke is an iconic gastro experience in Limerick city. A small yet just enough menu that has all the classic breakfast or brunch choices you could want – a fry, breakfast muffin, eggs benedict or an omelette. They also have homemade granola if you’re feeling particularly healthy that day."

"Located in the Student Centre, the Paddock Restaurant provides self- service breakfast and lunch. While a variety of hot dishes are available throughout the day, sandwiches and rolls are made to order."

"The Cornstore is an award-winning restaurant, having won the Munster Kids Size Me award, a joint initiative by the Restaurants Association of Ireland and the Nutrition and Health Foundation twice before. This restaurant prides itself on offering healthy options for children, rather than the traditional chicken nuggets or fish fingers. The kid’s menu at Cornstore is much more likely to feature mini versions of the adults nutritious and balanced meals."

"Don’t be put off by this gourmet bistro’s much-touted steak dishes – there’s plenty here for the less carnivorous patron, too. Organic and free range are watch-words here, and the reputation is spreading outside of its two city locations of Cork and Limerick. Big menu items – aside from the abundant steak and fish – include pumpkin gnocchi, mushroom tortellini, braised cabbage, asparagus crisps and twice-baked potatoes."

"A sister restaurant to Padraic Frawley's great dining venue The Cornstore in Cork (see entry), the same stylish mix of quality, accessibility and buzz works equally well in his home city. Steaks and seafood are the specialities, but there is m ..."

"The Good Room in Adare was founded by Claire Staunton in 2009 with the aim of combining the elements of a café, a bistro and a bakery, put together in a very luxe, stylish room. Twelve successful years later The Good Room has become synonymous with locals and visitors alike for serving simple, uncomplicated food that’s bursting with flavour. Where possible, we cook and bake as much as we can in-house."

"Rift Coffee is café and wine bar located on Upper Mallow Street. One of the most interesting aspects of this business is that they are a multi-roaster coffee shop, meaning they work with more than one roaster at one time and change their coffee often. This makes each trip all the more exciting, offering a new taste experience every time you visit."