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Cafe Paradiso

16 Lancaster Quay, Cork 1, Ireland (Mardyke)
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Ranked #8 of 322 restaurants in Cork
Price range: RM97 - RM477
Cuisines: Vegetarian
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Good for: Romantic, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Neighbourhood: Mardyke
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Western Ireland, Ireland
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26 reviews 26 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

We had been wanting to go to Cafe Paradiso for some time, so our visit last week was much anticipated. We had the pre-theatre menu - extremely good value - and enjoyed every mouthful of our three courses. The flavours, presentation, originality could not be faulted. I was also very impressed that all wines are available by the glass, bottle... More

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Sligo, Ireland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

Myself and my partner had dinner in Cafe Paradiso recently. We were also lucky enough to stay in one of their beautiful rooms and have breakfast the following morning. The food was out of this world, mouth-wateringly fab! The room was so comfortable and restful and joy of joys no tv! The staff were very friendly, professional and relaxed. So... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

I went there with my vegetarian girlfriend for a special occasion. We were both very disappointed with the food as it was very blend and simply did not do it for us. The service was ok and we expected more from the place especially considering the prices. We will not be returning as other Cork restaurants offer better vegetarian meals...

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See 11 more reviews by Sebastien L for Cork
Dublin, Ireland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

went with my mum and we had the 3 course lunch menu, very good value for the good quality food you are givin. very very tasty and is enjoyable even if you are not a veggi i would deffo return and it was my mums 2nd time and she said she wud not go visit cork without eating ther.

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See 4 more reviews by paula d for Cork
Cork, Ireland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Probably the most creative cuisine you can find in any restaurant - vegetarian or non-vegetarian - in Cork. A pure delight. You do pay a pretty penny, though, and when crowded, the place can feel a bit cramped. Still, we'll surely be back for the food before too long.

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See 7 more reviews by anfromme for Cork
Ireland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

Denis Cotter probably doesn't want a Michelin star and probably doesn’t need one, as the place was humming the Wednesday night I was there, but I think he deserves one. What he can do with flavours without meat is amazing, the best compliment I can pay as a meat-eater is that at the end of a Café Paradiso meal you... More

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Cork, Ireland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

It is a bit pricey but the pre-theatre menu is good value at €22 for 2 courses and €29 for 3, I think that runs until 7 monday to thursday. Cafe Paridiso is my first choice for a special occasion and the food is acceptional. There is no where else that can beat it for quality and dining experience. Unusual... More

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See 6 more reviews by Heather O for Cork
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Yes yes and yes! It does what it says on the tin, it's a vegetarian restaurant. If that's what you're into, you'll love this place. Bring your veggie friends here and they will not crib about a lack of choice!

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See 2 more reviews by Mary D for Cork
Cork, Ireland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

fantastic quick service even though the place was busy. amazing food and really resonable prices for the top class menu! Great wine list!

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See 3 more reviews by AmyJane92 for Cork
Nantwich, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013 via mobile

As my colleague is vegetarian, I searched on Trip-advisor for a vegetarian restaurant near to Fermoy and the best rated was Cafe Paradiso in Cork. It was very busy for a Thursday night and now having tasted the food, I can see why. As a non vegetarian, every course we had was full of flavour which I think is harder... More

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