There have been some unexpectedly sunny days of late, but we are now solidly into autumn, and it will soon be time for cosy restaurants, crackling fires and hearty dishes. Here are 20 great spots where you’ll feel snug and well fed.
1826 ADARE
Church View, Blackabbey, Adare, Co Limerick, V94 R672; 1826adare.ie
There’s little cosier than a 200-year-old thatched cottage with a glowing stove and whitewashed walls, where three intimate rooms add to the warm and welcoming atmosphere. Wade Murphy is an accomplished chef, and winter dishes include slow-braised beef shortrib, Andarl Farm pork belly, and house fish pie.
CIRCA
90 Terenure Road North, Terenure, Dublin 6W, D6W RR82;
