Tag: Skibbereen Restaurant

The West Cork Hotel this St Patricks Weekend

March 2nd, 2012 by West Cork Hotel Ireland

March is finally upon us and in Ireland that means one thing, St Patricks Day. Our national holiday the one day of the year where everyone it seems wants to be Irish, and towns and villages up and down the country and indeed around the world will be celebrating with their own parades and all day celebrations.

The Skibbereen St Patrick Day Parade is set to kick off at 2:30pm from outside the front entrance of our hotel in west cork and this year we will be teaming up with a Taste of West Cork, to tow their float, so look out for the West Cork Hotel branded jeep in the parade, which as is custom should be a colourful and above all entertaining event.

Skibbereen is the only place to be this St Patricks Day and the parade is just the start of the festivities, as celebrations will continue around the town and will last well into the night and early hours. So where better to say than the West Cork Hotel, and this St Patricks Weekend we have a not to be missed offer – 2 night stay over St Patricks Weekend including; Entertainment in the bar on St Patricks Night, Breakfast each morning (served until 12) and Dinner on one evening during your stay in our Kennedy’s Restaurant in Skibbereen. See our St Patricks Weekend Special Offer for more details and rates.

Burns Supper at the West Cork Hotel

January 24th, 2012 by West Cork Hotel Ireland

Tomorrow, Wednesday 25th January the first ever West Cork Burns Supper will take place at The West Cork Hotel. A Celebration of our shared Celtic Cutlure and Scotland’s most famous bard – Rabbie Burns – this event is a must for all Scottish ex-pats and local West Cork residents intrigues by this celebration.

Starting from 7pm, with dinner served at 7:30pm, the West Cork Burns Supper is sure to be a great night and a sure way to banish the January Blues; and at only 30 euro per person for your 5 course menu, entertainment and wee dram, this is one event you will not want to miss, so be sure to join us tomorrow evening and lets make this event one of the must do things to do in Skibbereen.

For further information contact the West Cork Hotel on 028 21277

Happy Womens Little Christmas

January 6th, 2012 by West Cork Hotel Ireland

Tonight Friday 6th February at the West Cork Hotel, come celebrate Women’s Little Christmas with us.

Ladies, why not join us from 9pm for music in our pub in Skibbereen the Ilen Bar for what is sure to be a great night and the perfect place to unwind and celebrate with your friends and family.

Looking for someone to eat beforehand, why not join us for dinner, which as always is served in Kennedy’s Restaurant or in the Ilen Bar.

Last week till Christmas

December 19th, 2011 by West Cork Hotel Ireland

It was a fantastic festive weekend at the West Cork Hotel. Starting on Friday Night, with the first of our Christmas Party Nights, followed on Saturday with the second of our Christmas Party Nights and on Sunday it was our Christmas Family Fun day.  Plenty of fun was had by all over the weekend and special thanks to everyone who was involved.

As we enter the last week before Christmas and with only 6 shopping days left to Christmas Day, anyone stuck for gift ideas, remember that you can purchase your West Cork Hotel Gift Voucher on line or at our hotel reception and these can be redeemed against accommodation at our hotel in West Cork or in our Kennedy’s Restaurant in Skibbereen.

Finally everyone here at the West Cork Hotel would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and to inform you all that we will be closing after lunch on Saturday 24th December for the Christmas period and reopening on Wednesday 28th December at 12:30pm.

West Cork Hotel Gourmet Getaway

November 16th, 2011 by West Cork Hotel Ireland

Here at the West Cork Hotel we are delighted to offer our amazing West Cork Hotel Gourmet Getaway Deal, which combines a 2 night overnight stay in our hotel including breakfast, as well as dinner on one evening in our Kennedy Restaurant in Skibbereen and dinner on the other evening at the Le Voyage restaurant, which is situated on Bridge Street Skibbereen.

All for just €129 pps this fantastic deal can be booked via our website West Cork Hotel Gourmet Getaway Deal or by phone 028 21277. So why not indulge and unwind with us and enjoy a beautiful breakaway in West Cork and an unforgettable dining experience in two of the best restaurants in Skibbereen.

About Kennedy’s Restaurant
WestCorkHotelFoodOffering a carvery lunch by day and full á la carte menu by night, the fare here focuses on locally-caught seafood, meat and poultry on the finest of local herbs and organic vegetables. Our newly revamped wine list now offers a more varied selection and as our Head Chef, Dean Diplock explains “Our ambition is to serve simple, consistently memorable, mouth watering food. Our secret? We let the local ingredients speak for themselves…”

About Le Voyage
LeVoyageFoodOffering a unique dining experience where a meal with friends becomes a complete night out, Le Voyage strives to combine a world-class dining experience with an excellent wine menu and unmatched service.

Bank Holiday Weekend in West Cork

October 27th, 2011 by West Cork Hotel Ireland

This coming bank holiday weekend – there is lots happening round the town of Skibbereen.

On Saturday 29th October, the much anticipated tug of war with the bra’s collected by Sean’s Murray’s Fashions in aid of the Irish Cancer Society will take place on Main Street and on Sunday 30th October, a fancy dress parade will take place throughout the town, starting at Hurley’s Garage at 4pm and conclude at the St Patrick’s Cathedral Car Park.

Then on Bank Holiday Sunday evening, the popular Crystal Swing will be performing live here at The West Cork Hotel in aid of the Cope Foundation.

The Bank Holiday weekend then concludes on Monday 31st October with the Vintage Day Threshing in Ilen Street, so whilst in the area why not pop into the West Cork Hotel for refreshments at our very own restaurant or pub in Skibbereen. Our extensive menu offers something for all the family and food is served all day and late into the evening in our Ilen Bar or Kennedy Restaurant.

West Cork Southcoast Endurance Race

October 13th, 2011 by West Cork Hotel Ireland

In just over a week’s time on 22nd October, the annual South Coast Endurance challenge race will take place. This exciting adventure race is run over 10 km along some of the most stunning coastal and scenic areas in Skibbereen and West Cork, and participants have to go running, hill walking, kayaking and cycling in various stages of the race. With its varied elements and stunning backdrop, it promises to be an exciting and adrenaline packed event for both competitors and spectators alike, so why not go along and show your support and take in the atmosphere and explore the many scenic sights and attractions of Skibbereen and West cork.

We wish all participants in the forthcoming Southcast Endurance Race all the very best of luck and invite all participants, supporters and spectators looking for local restaurants in Skibbereen and pubs in Skibbereen to dine at over the weekend, to pop into the West Cork Hotel’s very own Ilen bar and Kennedy restaurant for pre or post-race food and drink. Serving food and drink all day and late into the evening, our Ilen Bar and Kennedy Restaurant are the perfect locations to unwind in comfort and style after a tough day competing and our extensive menu caters for all with light meals and snacks, mains for the grill, around the world and from the sea, as well as speciality pizza’s and specially prepared options for kid’s.

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BBQ Competition Winner at the West Cork Hotel

June 8th, 2010 by West Cork Hotel Ireland

We are delighted to announce that the winner of our BBQ Competition at the West Cork Hotel is Laurie Dinan.

Laurie has won a Fully Catered Summer BBQ worth €500, where our head chef Dean Diplock will cook for Laurie & her friends.

Congratulations to you Laurie and we are looking forward to catering for your birthday celebrations!

New Kids Menu at Kennedy’s Restaurant Skibbereen

March 25th, 2010 by West Cork Hotel Ireland

Kennedy’s Restaurant @ The West Cork Hotel is delighted to launch our new kids menu. The new menu has something to satisfy the tastes of all children up to age 12.

The menu even includes a vegetarian option and kids can get a 3 Course Meal for just €11.50

Families with children are frequent customers at the hotel & restaurant and we are delighted to launch a dedicated new menu for little foodies.

You can download the new menu here

The newly refurbished Kennedy’s Restaurant Skibbereen is located in the West Cork Hotel and is famous for fine food throughout West Cork. The restaurant is open each evening until 9pm and serves breakfast until noon each day.