Eat and drink · Waterford city
Where to eat in Waterford
Number Nine sits on Merchants Quay in the middle of Ireland's oldest city, which means the best of Waterford's food is on our doorstep, quite literally: every city pick below is within a ten minute stroll of the front door, and the closest is two minutes away. These are the places we send our own guests.
Kitchens, menus and opening hours change with the seasons. Ask us at the desk and we will point you to tonight's best table.
The big nights out
Everett's
Modern Irish cooking in a 15th century townhouse in the Viking Triangle, and the city's standard-setter for a special dinner. About seven minutes on foot from Number Nine.
La Bohème
Classic French dining in the candlelit vaults beneath the old Chamber of Commerce building on George's Street. An institution for anniversaries and long, slow evenings.
Momo
Relaxed, seasonal and proudly local: Momo's menu follows the Waterford larder through the year. A five minute walk up Patrick Street, and a safe bet for any table.
Casual and lively
Bodéga
A warm, buzzy bistro and wine bar on John Street that has fed Waterford for decades. Great for groups and late tables.
Burzza
Pizza and burgers done properly, next door to Bodéga. The easy answer with children or after a long day on the Greenway.
The Reg
A bar and grill spread through a run of medieval buildings beside Reginald's Tower. Big screens for match days, a roof terrace for sunny ones.
Pubs with character
Henry Downes
Two minutes from our front door and pouring since 1759. The Downes family bottle their own whiskey here, and its name is No. 9. We did not plan that, but we approve.
The Gingerman
A snug traditional pub on Arundel Lane, handy for the Apple Market and reliable for a quiet pint and a toasted sandwich.
Worth the trip
The Tannery, Dungarvan
Paul Flynn's famous restaurant and cookery school sits at the far end of the Waterford Greenway. Cycle 46 km, eat like a champion, shuttle home.
Beach House, Tramore
Tramore's Michelin-starred dining room, about 15 minutes by car. Book well ahead and make an evening of the seaside town.
Seagull Bakery, Tramore
A tiny bakery with a big reputation for sourdough and pastries. Pair it with a walk on Tramore's long strand.
Grow HQ
The garden-to-plate café of the GIY movement on the Dunmore Road: what is on your plate grew a few metres away.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book restaurants in Waterford?
For Friday and Saturday evenings, yes, especially the smaller dining rooms. Midweek you will usually get a table on the night. Ask at the Number Nine desk and we will happily book for you.
What is a Waterford blaa?
A soft, square, flour-dusted white roll unique to Waterford, protected by EU PGI status and eaten by locals since the 17th century. Bakeries around the city sell them from early morning and they are usually gone by lunchtime. Try one filled with bacon, or simply warm with butter.
Where can I eat along the Waterford Greenway?
Cafes cluster at Kilmeaden, Kilmacthomas and Durrow, roughly one per stage, and Dungarvan at the far end has a full harbour town of options including the famous Tannery. See our Waterford Greenway guide for the full route.
Is there a Michelin-starred restaurant near Waterford?
Yes. Beach House in Tramore holds a Michelin star and is about a 15 minute drive from Number Nine. Book well in advance.
What is within walking distance of Number Nine?
Almost everything in this guide. Number Nine sits on Merchants Quay in the middle of the city, so every city-centre pick here is within a ten minute stroll, and the closest, Henry Downes, is two minutes away.
Sleep where you eat
Stay in the middle of it all: Number Nine is a boutique hotel on Merchants Quay, steps from every table in this guide. Ride the Waterford Greenway to earn your dinner, check what's on in Waterford, or let our trip planner build the whole weekend.