Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Tipperary

"Initially established as a personal collection, the 2000-plus items are from the private collection of the late John and Gertrude Hunt. Originally located at the University of Limerick the museum was later moved to its own premises in the Customs House of Limerick. One of the most lenient museums in the whole of Ireland you are allowed to open drawer and touch some of the artefacts."

"Hunt Museum located in the heart of Limerick City is located in the elegant eighteenth century Custom House provides an ideal setting for an enjoyable visit, where the riverside restaurant looks out over the Curragour Falls and the museums gift shop showcases a wide range of local and international crafts and gifts."

"Coqbull describes itself as, “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 cocktails and local craft beers”. When your friends suggest heading to Coqbull for dinner you can practically visualise the delicious burgers and wings they are famous for. Coqbull has a massive selection of both Irish beef & Chicken burgers."

"If you are a chicken wing enthusiast and haven’t sampled the wings here you are missing out. The food is real comfort food, with the likes of chicken, burgers, pizzas and pasta all included in their menu. It’s the perfect place for a well deserved comforting dinner after a long hard week."

"Sporting everything from fresh chicken breast to succulent Irish beef to tempura cod, Coqbull has a menu that sorts the boys from the men in the most delicious of ways. This is a burger fan's dream!. Low carb and gluten-free options are also available, meaning you can dine with no guilt."

"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."

"Tucked away in the city centre, The Secret Courtyard at the George, Limerick’s best cocktails, pizza & burgers and great craft beers"

"Another student favourite, Pizza Galaxy is great because it doesn’t close until one o’clock in the morning, helping to feed the huge student population of Limerick. Pizza Galaxy is especially good for its sixteen-inch pizzas and students to have reported that you usually don’t have to wait too long for the pizza to arrive. Their ‘Student Party’ deal for twenty-two euro entails four nine-inch pizzas, four bags of chips, four dips and four soft drinks of your choice."

"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."

"if you visit Limerick and have a meal anywhere but Restaurant 1826 then you are doing Limerick wrong. This beautiful building is undeniably the prettiest looking place you will ever have a meal in. Aesthetic interior and exterior, locally sourced food and affordable items make 1826 the best place to take a break and fuel-up before continuing your trip."

"Cratloe Wood is a State owned forest on the slopes of Woodcock Hill beside the small village of Cratloe in County Clare."

"King John’s Castle is a museum entirely dedicated to uncovering the history of the very building in which it’s located, and it’s unquestionably among Limerick’s most impressive tourist spots. The exhibits at the newly revamped museum tell the tales of its dark history, including the infamous siege of Limerick, ancient trading habits, and the lifestyle of a Norman soldier. It’s a highly interactive museum, and, as a bonus, visitors can head to the 800-year-old turrets for spectacular views of the Shannon River."

"Located in the Glucksman Library Building, the Plaza Café is a great venue if you want a break from study to enjoy a coffee and snack. Hot food and sandwiches are available throughout the day."

"A boutique 12-bedroom property located in the heart of Limerick City. Lovingly restored, with original architectural features and stylish modern touches, this heritage townhouse is just the place for an urban luxury escape. Guests can choose between the Chic, Elegant or Suite bedrooms and avail of the Parlour Room hideaway and Rooftop garden to unwind."

"The Bedford Townhouse & Café is a boutique property set in the heart of Limerick. Among the various facilities are a gym and a roof garden. Free WiFi is available and The Hunt Museum is 500 metres away."

"A popular coffee shop overlooking the Shannon River, Jack Monday’s varied menu and terrace from which you can ogle the city’s castle and bridges make it a fantastic morning stop off. The menu ranges from a few American imports (such as waffles and cream cheese bagels), wraps and beautiful coffee. They’re particularly known for their hot chocolate, which is rich and luxurious and comes with marshmallows floating on top, though you might need its warmth to cope with anything but the height of summer on the terrace."

"For all the hot chocolate lovers out there - you need to visit this place. This is the ultimate treat."

"Located in the Glucksman Library Building, the Plaza Café is a great venue if you want a break from study to enjoy a coffee and snack. Hot food and sandwiches are available throughout the day."

"No visit to the Busy Bee Garden Centre would be complete without trying their Tea Rooms. It has quickly become a popular place along the Ennis Road to enjoy some fine coffees and homemade treats. Whether you’re enjoying their wholesome brown breads or freshly baked scones, you are sure to feel relaxed and rejuvenated after a visit to their tea Read more…"