The Overdraught - Cork

I dropped by this restaurant after a long day of shopping and sightseeing. I had the early bird special and was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food.... read more I dropped by this restaurant after a long day of shopping and sightseeing. I had the early bird special and was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food. We've been in Ireland for three days, and this was the best meal we've had! I highly, highly recommend it!

I was really looking forward to visiting John Cronin, the owner of The Overdraught. I've missed him since his time in New York. The Overdraught exceeded my expe... read more I was really looking forward to visiting John Cronin, the owner of The Overdraught. I've missed him since his time in New York. The Overdraught exceeded my expectations! It's a fantastic place! The service was top-notch, and the lunch was fantastic! The fried chicken sandwich was just as tasty as the Guinness! I definitely recommend checking it out!

Every bite of every dish was exceptional. I highly recommend the scallops and black sole—they were divine! It was great to be able to order Rioja by the glass (... read more Every bite of every dish was exceptional. I highly recommend the scallops and black sole—they were divine! It was great to be able to order Rioja by the glass (or three). My friends enjoyed the mushroom with goat cheese, the tempura trio of the day, the banoffee, and the berry crumble. This place is definitely worth a visit. The food is of high quality and thoughtfully prepared, complemented by wonderful hospitality in a charming and cozy atmosphere.

Best meal I’ve had in a while. read more Best meal I’ve had in a while.

Lovely early bird here Fri night. Staff were excellent.....especially seen as we had a boisterous 1 1/2 year old with us. At one point they entertained his “han... read more Lovely early bird here Fri night. Staff were excellent.....especially seen as we had a boisterous 1 1/2 year old with us. At one point they entertained his “handstands” while we finished our food. Very family friendly, lovely food.