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The Arches

Main Street, Adare, Ireland
353 (0)61-396246
Ranked #2 of 14 restaurants in Adare
4.5 of 5 stars 37 Reviews
Cuisines: International
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
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Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
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Lansdale, Pennsylvania, United States
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

John, the host, served us himself & he pulled out all the stops! The food was delicious & beautifully presented. More

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Oviedo, Florida
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

My wife and I stayed at the Adare Manor Villas and ate in the Adare castle one night, and this was by far and away a more pleasant an evening. I couldn't help but notice that in all the reviews I read, that everyone enjoys the staff and I couldn't agree more with the masses. The Arches is a family... More

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Bradenton, Florida
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

Staff at Adare Manor recommended the Arches as a great local place for dinner. Indeed it was. The food was local and fresh, and the prices were reasonable. Staff were friendly and accommodating. At the end of the meal, our waiter brought us each a shot of Baileys on the house. By all means, stop for a meal if you... More

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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Called in to the Arches on the way back from Kerry to Dublin. We were hungry and wanted to eat quickly. Staff were very friendly and helpful. However the food!! I ordered plaice. When it arrived it was like cardboard, deep fried (obviously from frozen), and covered in highly processed breadcrumbs. When I uncovered it, there was absolutely no taste... More

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Peterborough, Canada
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012
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It was everything we had remembered and so much more. The O'Connell Family have continued in fine stead since our visit last year to provide a fantastic dining experience. Father Jerry, and son's Jim and John made our return an evening that we will all remember for a long time. As before it wasn't just the incredible food. Rather the... More

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East Longmeadow, Massachusetts
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4 reviews 4 reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

I tend to like vegetarian options. They put together a great dinner for me. The service could not have been better. Charming place. Everyone in our party loved their dinner. More

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Limerick, Ireland
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

lovely restaurant, very good atmosphere, lovely friendly staff. The food was excellent and beautiful presented I particularly enjoyed there warm goats cheese salad More

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Winnipeg, Canada
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70 reviews 70 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

We came upon The Arches is a startling manner. As we were wandering down the main street of Adare after one of our pub evenings, my sister-in-law was a few paces behind. She decided to peak into the window of a restaurant, for future reference, at exactly the same moment that the proprietor was peaking out! Well a conversation ensued,... More

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Frederick, Maryland
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

We went to the Arches on our last night in Adare. We had tried a different restaurant every night. We wished we had come here sooner because it was our favorite place. Part of what we liked was the very friendly atmosphere. The waitress was very perky and helpful and the owner came by and visited the table a number... More

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Limerick, Ireland
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

The Arches lies in the middle of Adare village.Believe it or not, it is just like eating at home but with a greater menu. The atmosphere is very homely. The staff are excellent and could not be friendlier. The food is spot on and you will not leave hungry as extra is always offerred. More

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