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Market Kitchen

at Murphy Bros., | Howley St.,, Ballina Mayo, Ireland
003539678538
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seving the freshest of local, seasonal produce, daily
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Ranked #2 of 22 restaurants in Ballina
4.5 of 5 stars 52 Reviews
Cuisines: Bistro, Gastropub, Irish
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Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Bar Scene, Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Description: Situated on the banks of the River Moy in Ballina, Murphy Brothers Bar and Restaurant has an easy-going traditional charm, from its cosy convivial restaurant to its menu of robust Irish cooking. Fresh fish and seafood are the main focus, accompanied by hearty meat dishes and a well-chosen wine list to wash it all down. There is a popular family Sunday lunch menu, as well as al fresco summertime dining on the balcony with spectacular river views. Snacks are available in the laid-back bar, which resounds with the familiar ambience of an old world pub. Murphy comes alive at the latter end of the week with Long Necks nightclub playing the best hits from the 60's to the present chart hits. The Front Bar also offers a late bar service with a DJ at the weekend.
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Dublin, Ireland
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“still not impressed!!poor!!”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

We revisited this restaurant after many recommendations but i am sorry to say again that the food is average and the menu too small with nothing to whaouw my husband and myself..the restaurant was empty in a beautifully location, the rest below poor standard!!!!!!!!!!! so much publicities from poor food and service. More

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West Midlands, UK
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
“had the place all to ourselves "great" Crabs claws to die for !”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW
1
person found this review helpful

We visited this restaurant on a Wednesday evening so not surprisingly we had the place to ourselves, This meant we got excelent one to one service and were very impressed. The location of the hotel is right next to the river but strangly feels like its situated above a night club. The food was to a very high standard and... More

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Ireland
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“Great Buzz - Great Food”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012
3
people found this review helpful

This restaurant was recommended by a taxi driver and all I can say is 'well done' We arrived on a Saturday night (bank holiday weekend) and the place was packed. We were told we could get a table if we were willing to wait about 20 minutes to half hour. Took seats at the bar and watched the food coming... More

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london
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
“QUALITY FOOD,QUALITY SERVICE”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012
5
people found this review helpful

Eat here Sat nite,had booked for four,but had to increase it to six,Olga bent over backwards to accommodate us,a true STAR!!! Our food & service was excellent,which i expected having dined here before,my guest were totally blown away with the food! Although i am back in England my guests will definitely be going back soon. Quality food,Quality service & a... More

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mayo ireland
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
“lovely bar and restaurant”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012
6
people found this review helpful

we ate in the market kitchen on saturday night got there at 7.30 and already the bar which does food also was almost full.we ate upstairs in the dining room and again the room was full .i would say that if you were going at the weekend you would be better off to book ahead .the menu was brilliant and... More

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Dublin
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“First Class”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012
4
people found this review helpful

Recommended to us by a friend who lives locally. The restaurant has a lovely relaxed and friendly yet professional atmosphere. Every single bite of our meal was delicious. The service was excellent from start to finish. We had a drink in the bar after our meal and it really topped off our night. More

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Cork
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“I will be back”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012
6
people found this review helpful

For athmosphere, value for money, service and friendly professional staff,it would be hard to beat this eatery. I will be back if ever in Ballina again. More

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Ireland
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“Simply Delicious! Great find!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012
4
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Dined here with family and toddler on Easter Sunday evening! Beautiful menu - great value. Very friendly efficient staff. Will certainly be back again. More

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Offaly
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
“Great food”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2012
4
people found this review helpful

We just called in on way back to hotel to have a drink but ended up staying for a meal and drinks. lovely bar and great food. More

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Celbridge, Ireland
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
“Excellent meal”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012
8
people found this review helpful

I went for a meal for 7 in this restaurant two weeks ago on a Friday evening. While the restaurant was full The food and service was excellent. Our guests from England were very impressed with both the restaurant and the quality of the food. Well worth the visit More

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