sully1104

Hello all...
heading to Glendolough this month while on a bit of an Irish tour, and would like to treat my American parents to an anniversary celebrating 54 years! Can anyone recommend anyplace nice with a bit of an idea of cost for us?
much thanks!

wojazz3

Hi sully:

The Glendasan River Restaurant at the Glendalough Hotel is probably the right choice. I've never eaten there, but heard very good things about it and it's a beautiful place. We were a bit underdressed when we visited. You don't need a coat and tie as I remember, but muddy jeans from hiking in a downpour was not a good choice either. My memory is that the prices were upscale but not outrageous. That was 4 years ago though. Here is a link to their website:

http://www.glendaloughhotel.com/dining_facilities

Bill

IrishEyes

The Wicklow Heather is excellent. I remember years ago when it was a greasy spoon. My how things change. It has expanded, changed owners and has great chefs. It now serves gourmet food at reasonable prices (for Ireland). I suggest making reservations and asking to be seated in a more intimate section of the restaurant (there is one room that is huge - maybe for tour groups). Phone: 0404 45157.

SiobhanP

The website for the Glendolough hotel looks brand new but the hotel in General a few months back still looked the same. I have never heard grreat things about the food here. Check tripadvisor for the hotel. I think you can do better than here. there is very little fine dining in the area from my knowledge unless you go outside Laragh/Glendolough

strass

I had a wonderful meal at the Wicklow Heather six years ago... still reminisce about it sometimes. I recommend it!

wojazz3

Thanks for the info Siobhan. I thought I had heard good things about the restaurant. It's been a while since I've been in the area.

Bill

IrishEyes

The restaurant at the Glendalough Hotel is fine. It is just that the Wicklow Heather is so much better. It is not a real fancy place but has gourmet quality food.

SiobhanP

I don't know about that place but it seems to get the thumbs up from all here why not try it or wait till you get to a city for a more upmarket place.