Great places to eat in Carlow

1. Clashganny House Restaurant

Robert and Karen White own and run Clashganny House Restaurant just outside the picturesque village of Borris in County Carlow.

After a hugely successful spell as head chef of the five-star Monart Spa in Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford, Robert decided to open his own restaurant at Clashganny House.

For more, go to their website.

2. Mimosa

Mimosa is a chilled Tapas Bar where you can get homemade Tapas dishes and hand-picked wines in a relaxed, Mediterranean ambiance served by friendly, capable staff.

At Mimosa you’ll find deliciously fresh Tapas dishes with a tasty selection of accompanying beverages. 

For more, click here. 

3. Lennon's @ VISUAL 

Lennons@ VISUAL is an award winning restaurant and cafe located on the lower ground floor of the VISUAL Arts Centre in the fabulous surroundings of St. Patrick’s College, Carlow Town. 

It's a great place to eat, for more, see their website.

4. The Step House Hotel 

The Step House Hotel Carlow is four star boutique hotel located in the picturesque village of Borris at the foot of the Mount Leinster.

They cater for weddings and also do fantastic food in their restaurants. 

5.  The Forge Restaurant, Ballon

Located between Ballon and Bunclody in a restored old blacksmith's forge, this restaurant was established in 2001 by Mary Jordan. 

It now enjoys a reputation for the finest home baking, local produce and traditional Irish hospitality. 

*This is not an exhaustive list