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Kavanagh's Vartry House

4.4 249 reviews Closed Vartry House (Kavanagh's Pub, Roundwood, Bray, Co. Wicklow, A98 K611, Ireland

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Kavanagh's Vartry House is a beloved restaurant located in the scenic Roundwood, Bray, Co. Wicklow, nestled within a warm and inviting pub ambiance. Family-run, it prides itself on exceptional hospitality and delectable cuisine, reflecting the rich flavors of Ireland. Guests rave about the succulent scampi and juicy beef burgers, alongside a remarkable selection of cocktails and locally-sourced beers. The cozy, wheelchair-accessible setting, complete with outdoor seating and live music, makes it ideal for gatherings or solo dining. Kavanagh’s offers not only great food but a genuine, friendly atmosphere that keeps visitors returning for more.

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Amenities & More

Service options

Outdoor seating
Dine-in
Delivery

Highlights

Fireplace
Great beer selection
Great cocktails
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Great wine list
Live music

Popular for

Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining

Dining options

Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Table service

Amenities

Bar onsite
Restroom

Atmosphere

Casual
Cozy

Crowd

Groups
Tourists

Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Kavanagh's Vartry House before visiting.

Reviews for Kavanagh's Vartry House

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249 reviews

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Review highlights

Based on 249 reviews

Kavanagh's Vartry House is widely praised for its warm, family-run atmosphere and consistently excellent pub food, which includes standout dishes like roast chicken, beef burgers, fish and chips, and scampi. Patrons frequently highlight the quality and flavor of the meals, noting particularly well-prepared meats and enjoyable sides. The establishment’s friendly and welcoming staff, along with a cozy setting featuring a patio and marquee, enhance the overall dining experience. Many reviews mention the authentic Irish ambiance complemented by attentive service, making it a favored spot for both locals and visitors seeking a genuine taste of traditional Irish hospitality.

Ade Llewellyn

Feb 26, 2025

Lovely place. Just had the roast chicken Sunday lunch. Couldn't fault it at all. Absolutely delicious, the potatoes especially. Couple of pints of Guinness with it to top it off. Superb.

Bob D

Feb 18, 2025

Great Irish pub! We ate there 3 times during a week stay in the area on our honeymoon. Family run, great service, excellent pub food. Amazing cheese burger that rivaled anything I have had in the states. Roast chicken was perfect, as well as the fish and chips. Great atmosphere with friendly regulars.

Linda Ronk

Feb 04, 2025

A marvelous place. Food was delicious, and Aimee taught us some Irish!

Dominik Maślanka

Feb 03, 2025

Absolutely fabulous, great drink and food. Highly recommend the beef burger. Very juicy piece of meat with great salad and chips. The pizza is great. Absolutely amazing and lovely staff, very welcoming. Lovely patio and marquee.

Rachel Graham

Jan 26, 2025

Good friendly cosy atmosphere, great staff, unbelievable food, we had the scampi and would highly recommend

Casselyn Kate Samson

Jan 24, 2025

Lovely and friendly owners!! Their food are lovely too would definitely come back for more.

Joel Richards

Jan 18, 2025

Stopped here for a pint after hiking in the Wicklow Mountains. Just a fun place with happy staff. They do an amazing job

Robert Henderson

Jan 01, 2025

The wife and I decided to get lost by taking a random turn and just driving. Luckily, we came across this place. The owners met us and sat us, both super nice and accommodating. I had the roast of the day, chicken. The wife had a burger. Everything was absolutely delicious. For dessert, we got their sticky toffee pudding. I can say this with 100% certainty, this was the best I’ve ever had, and we have dined at one of Gordon Ramsays restaurants. This sticky toffee pudding was perfect in every way. Highly recommend this place!