Friday, September 27, 2013

A trip to Ballymore Eustace

Hidden down in North Kildare, a lovely drive along the N81,  lies the chocolate box village of Ballymore Eustace. Behind an unassuming entrance is the beautiful room of the Ballymore Inn. This is a real central hub of North Kildare. The restauarant has a lovely feel and is extremely fortunate to have a great front and back of house team. Open for lunch and dinner seven days, this a spot that you must visit. Soup of the day is made using the best ingredients and is always served with fresh bread and a wonderful pesto cumin dipping oil. Starters are a choice of generous fresh salads and pates with mouthwatering homemade relishes. Main courses are traditional fare with a modern twist.Lamb and Steak is a must have, all served with a choice of the Ballymore fries or some seriously good champ. Catch of the day, is simply cooked, often with a butter sauce. Recently they added a shop area inside the dining room, selling their wonderful pesto, homemade Ballymore Jams, packaged in delightful jar along with a very well chosen selection of wines.
When lunch is over, take a drive from Ballymore, heading towards to Brannockstown, and onto Kilcullen, taking in  the stunning countryside. Autumn  really shows off its natural beauty.

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