Herbert - Table Reservation

My partner and I celebrated our anniversary with a dinner at this restaurant, and we were impressed. Situated in the stunning Cahernane Hotel, the dining experi... read more My partner and I celebrated our anniversary with a dinner at this restaurant, and we were impressed. Situated in the stunning Cahernane Hotel, the dining experience was truly exceptional. The food was outstanding - the starter of terrine was beautifully presented and delicious, and the main course of beef and scallops was exquisite. For dessert, we enjoyed the panna cotta and parfait, which concluded the meal perfectly. The complimentary snacks and bread before the meal, as well as the petit four after dessert, were a nice touch. The service was excellent, providing a fine dining experience without being too formal. Our server, Angelo, was an Italian gentleman who went out of his way to ensure our evening was memorable. His warm hospitality and expert recommendations on wines and food truly enhanced our experience. We will definitely return next time we visit Ireland!

To put this review in some context, I'm well traveled 49 countries and have lived in and around New York City for 35 years. There's been a lot of good food cons... read more To put this review in some context, I'm well traveled 49 countries and have lived in and around New York City for 35 years. There's been a lot of good food consumed. Herbert's served us a superb dinner with several unexpected touches along the way. Two amuse bouches, one a very light goat cheese tartlet and the other a smoked mousse of trout as I recall. Both were excellent. Our main courses were venison and cod, both wonderfully prepared. Desserts were spectacular berries pannecotta and a banana souffle with chocolate ice cream dropped into the warm souffle at the time of serving, melting into the heart of the souffle. During after dinner coffee and tea we were surprised with three objects: a tiny macaroone, a jellied berry club, and a very buttery miniature madeline. The service this evening was efficient and friendly, with just the right amount of attention to every aspect of every course. Who would have thought that the Cahernane Hotel in Killarney Ireland would have such satisfying dining? I didnt, although this lovely hotel stay had many highlights over the two days we were residents there. This is a whole hearted recommendation to the reader to seek it out on your next trip to Killarney