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Gilbert's Bistro In The Square

4.2 (22 reviews)
ModerateIrish
Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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Outdoor seating
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Georgie M.

We chose to eat in Gilbert's Bistro after visiting the Cobh Heritage Centre, but before our visit to St Coleman's and The Titanic Experience. A full stomach before going into battle, as they say. We found the food to be very good and the Bulmer's cold. Nice! Service was crisp, even though it was still crowded with the end of lunch patrons. We started with our drinks, followed by their Caprese Sandwich, which was served with presto, instead of Basil leaves. I had a Ham and Hard Boiled Egg sandwich. We shared a bite of each other's and the Caprese won, but only by points in extra time. Gilbert's has a full bar, with espresso machine and the prices seemed reasonable. If we had stayed in Cobh, we definitely would have come back for more. Enjoy!

Qype User (cor…)

GILBERT'S Gilbert's is the newest restaurant in Cobh and we made a snap decision to drop down there last night and it worked out well. The bistro style Pearse Square establishment, which claims to be different, has a couple of attractive early bird offers though we went for the a la carte option. Lamb Kidney and Smoked Pancetta Salad €6.50 in a creamy brandy sauce Salmon and Tiger Prawn Mousse €6.95 infused with fresh herbs, chilli and chive vinaigrette These were our starters. The mousse was excellent but the Kidney and Pancetta was certainly different and very very good - I really loved that sauce. Pan-fried Fillet of Halibut €23.95 with savoury risotto, creamy shellfish sauce This was the main course. Each plate had two big chunks of fresh halibut, a sparingly used sauce, and was served with vegetables and potatoes, giving quite a substantial course. The Risotto wasn't bad though a bit too strongly flavoured, taking away somewhat from the fish. I'd have preferred something like Ratatouille or some other tomato based accompaniment. No room for dessert but we enjoyed our coffees. Service was very friendly, discreet and excellent all through.

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Totally unassuming. All of the food was fresh, the server was friendly, and just an all around great atmosphere.

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Lovely bistro in the town square. Fish and Chips were really good! Service was wonderful, per usual in Cobh!

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9 years ago

A fine little place lost among the normal tourist food venues. Nice, quiet, unrushed pace. Lemon Sole excellent.

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Nice quality food, excellent service, lovely surroundings. At last, Cobh has a decent restaurant!

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Review Highlights - Gilbert's Bistro In The Square

The portion is large enough for 2, especially if you pair it with the tasty seafood chowder that comes with hearty brown bread.

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