Ireland’s best places for Mother’s Day

One of the most soothing and enjoyable rituals, afternoon tea is a lovely way to celebrate Mother’s Day, offering the chance to just indulge in a little treat to share with family and enjoy a delicious assortment of freshly made sandwiches, pastries, scones and cakes. At Knightsbrook Hotel & Golf Resort you can relax in the peaceful surrounding of the hotel mezzanine overlooking the lobby and handmade crystal chandelier. Take time to relax and enjoy a sumptuous selection of classic cakes, sandwiches and treats complimented by a choice of teas, coffees and infusions.

The afternoon tea is a favourite occasion at Portmarnock Hotel and Golf Links with residents and locals alike. Serving a brand new take on the traditional afternoon tea in The Seaview at Portmarnock Hotel every weekend, this is a prime spot for Mother’s Day. Visitors can expect specially selected Irish teas, a delicious assortment of small cakes, pastries, sandwiches and, of course, the option of a few glasses of bubbles for truly wish to celebrate.

For a chilled dining setting, consider Merry’s Gastro Pub. Here you’ll find a full menu of delicious gastro delights such as Hereford steaks, seafood and slow cooked farm-to-fork pork belly. The relaxed and friendly atmosphere includes a great range of local craft beer and spirits. Located in the culinary Georgian quarter of Dungarvan, this restaurant and craft bar is housed in an historic building which dates back to 1868.

Mum deserves the best – no question about it – so she naturally deserves to be taken to an award-winning restaurant for Mother’s Day. Luckily, Brasserie on the Corner is just that place. Located in the heart of Galway City only five minutes walk from Eyre Square or Shop Street, they specialise in locally-sourced, premium seafood and steak dishes. From farm to fork, vineyard to glass, market to plate, every taste tells a story. Working hand in glove with producers, Brasserie on the Corner has become a focal part of Galway’s food scene and the culinary team develop seasonal dishes that are complimented with a boutique wine selection from family owned vineyards across the world.

The legendary Four Winds Bar & Restaurant is a landmark destination on the main street in Charleville, Co. Cork. It’s been a public house in Charleville for generations, dating back to the 1950s. Back then the bar was a traditional front room type public house run by the Crowley family – long before it was known as “The Four Winds”. Today it’s a warm and cosy local pub offering the finest drinks and a warm and friendly atmosphere where conversation blossoms – perfect for a natter with mum over a beverage. The restaurant offers something different with top class bar-food in a modern, but comfortable setting. The restaurant also caters for events of all sizes, so if you’re thinking of gathering the whole family together, this is the spot.

Why not make a weekend of it by booking a stay at the Zuni boutique hotel in Kilkenny? Located in the heart of 400 year old Kilkenny’s medieval city centre and widely regarded as one of Kilkenny’s best hotels and restaurants, Zuni offers impeccable service as well as an award-winning restaurant. Choose between small and large plates on the a la carte, from honey roast turkey to venison loin.

With four different dining options available, the classy Savoy Hotel in Limerick will have something to make all mums feel special. The Savoy Bar harks back to the roaring 1920s, but in more sophisticated and relaxed vibe, while the First Floor will make mum feel as though she’s in swinging 1950s New York with a classy five-course dinner. For classic cuts of steak look no further than Hamptons or for a more refined afternoon tea, book a table in the Library.

For mums of young children consider Inside Out. This multi award-winning, child friendly restaurant in the heart of the beautiful village of Slane offers a warm welcome to diners in cosy candle lit Mediterranean surroundings of trees and laurels. The passion for food is translated into the menu, which focuses on freshness, flavour and colours, using local Irish produce with an inspired Mediterranean fusion to produce an array of mouthwatering dishes that are different from the rest. There’s a large garden and terrace area that’s a perfect way to relax in the sunshine with some tasty sharing dishes and good company. Inside Out is the perfect venue for Mother’s Day.