Restaurant Week
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Carlow Restaurant Week 2025 is a nine-day celebration of the county’s vibrant food culture. Running from October 25th – November 2nd, the programme features an exciting mix of events from members of the Carlow Food Network which range from pumpkin carving workshops to themed afternoon teas, gourmet food experiences and “meet the maker” showcases. Alongside the many events during the week, each premises has placed a special Carlow dish on their menu.
Please browse the Carlow Food Network Members below to view the events taking place for Carlow Restaurant Week 2025.
Celebrity chef Rachel Allen joins some of the county’s top chefs for a live cookery demonstration which takes place at the Seven Oaks Hotel on Thursday, October 23rd 2025 at 8 p.m., marking the official launch of Carlow Restaurant Week. Tickets for the demonstration can be booked here http://www.carlowtourism.com/rachelallen
Carlow Food Network Display of Unique Carlow Dishes
Browse Carlow Food Network
Carlow has always had a strong history in food – the historic big houses of Carlow which thrived from the 17th to the 19th centuries all had flourishing walled gardens providing a bountiful supply of fruit, vegetables and herbs to the houses themselves, and their employees. The establishment of Ireland’s first sugar factory in 1926 is another milestone in the county’s agricultural history. In more recent times, the Rooster potato developed by Teagasc in Oak Park, Carlow has become synonymous with the county’s rich culinary identity. This versatile potato has found its way into traditional dishes and contemporary cuisines alike, across the island of Ireland and abroad.
Nature has also played its part in this culinary story – it helps that a perfect blend of climate, mild temperatures and nutrient rich soil create the optimal growing conditions. A stunning natural landscape which includes the Rivers Barrow and Slaney and the soaring outlines of the Blackstairs Mountains complete the recipe of Carlow’s food narative.
Generations of people have thrived on the land of Carlow and it is this legacy that shapes our love and appreciation of food today. From our farmers markets to food manufacturers, local distilleries and brewers, we are proud of our achievements in agriculture but also of the creativity of our food and drink producers, our restaurants and our cafés who create gastronomic adventures for visitors and locals alike to enjoy and savour. Passion unites all of us working in food in Carlow along with a real desire to provide accessible, healthy, excellent food, local where possible that we are happy to stand over.
In Carlow we love our food – it’s a celebration of the history, innovation and natural landscape that surrounds and defines us.
Carlow Farmers’ Market
Celebrating its 21st year in business in 2025, Carlow Farmers’ Market is one of the best run producer markets in the country.
Coppenagh House Farm
Coppenagh House Farm is a farm shop nestled close to the town of Tullow in Co. Carlow, where the aim is to bridge the gap between producer and consumer.
Generations – A Carlow Story of Family & Food
Embark on a journey through Carlow’s rich history, where family after family has thrived on the land and forged unbreakable community bonds. Each has cultivated their own precious and unique food traditions, now brought to life in “Generations” – a showcase of the creativity, passion and dedication of Carlow’s chefs, bakers, makers and business owners.
New Moon Indian Restaurant
Indian food is characterised by a great variety of foods, spices, and cooking techniques. At New Moon, they cook everything after the order is made, allowing them to customise each dish upon request.
Rachel’s Garden Cafe
The award-winning Rachel’s Garden Café at Arboretum is a self- and assisted-service restaurant which champions Irish and preferably locally sourced produce.
T.D. Molloy’s Restaurant
TD Molloy’s Restaurant, offers intimate surroundings in which to enjoy the very best of Irish and International Cuisine.
The Head Chef and her highly trained team carefully plan menus to suit the needs and requirements of guests using only the finest and freshest local produce.
Teach Dolmain
Teach Dolmain has built up a firm reputation for great food and fantastic service in a relaxed setting. Food is served from 9.30 a.m. for the breakfast and coffee menu, lunch is served from 12 – 3 p.m. while an extensive evening, à la carte and value menu is available from 3 – 9.30 p.m. daily.
The Goodly Barrow Café and Museum
The award winning Goodly Barrow Café and Waterways Museum sits on the border between Carlow and Kilkenny on the magnificent River Barrow.
The Lord Bagenal Inn
The Lord Bagenal Inn is a multiple award-winning family run hotel and restaurant featuring 39 spacious, elegant bedrooms decorated in a classic boutique style, providing a haven of peace and calm. Contemporary Irish and international cuisine is a strong offering of this property where there is a strong emphasis on using the finest local products along with daily specials from locally sourced suppliers.
The Old Post Office
The Old Post Office on High Street in Bagenalstown was originally built in 1915 and operated as a working post office up until 2003. In late 2023, early 2024 Denis and Laura Mullin tastefully renovated and restored the building and opened a cafe offering breakfast, lunch and delicious all day brunch options in April 2024. The Old Post Office is perfectly situated on Hight Street, a short stroll from the River Barrow and perfect for a coffee pit stop. The building is also buggy and wheelchair friendly with baby changing facilities and a wheelchair accessible toilet. The building also features an outdoor seating area and small courtyard garden. Open Tues-Sat, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The Step House Hotel
The Step House Hotel is a four-star family-run boutique hotel located in the picturesque south Carlow village of Borris at the foot of Mount Leinster and the Blackstairs Mountains.
Waterlilies Carlow
Artisan bakery specialising in sourdough bread and pastries in the centre of Carlow Town. Also serving speciality coffee and tea as well as delicious vegetarian breakfast, lunch and weekend brunch options. Proud to source and serve organic, seasonal and homemade dishes, as well as biodynamic wine and beer. Caring about quality coffee and the customer’s experience
Waterlilies Tullow
Sister location of Waterlilies on Tullow Street, Carlow. A neighbourhood café serving speciality coffee and freshly baked sourdough bread and pastries.