Everything surrounding us comes alive and all our senses are awakened to the sound of an entertaining story and good food.
On this guided walking tour experience, you will hear of times when the Mesolithic hunter gatherer settled around the harbour bay all the way up to the modern day rejuvenated town, now full of food venues.
Heritage stories from local dairy food production and fishing at its quayside, to the peacefulness of the lookout and viewing of the natural Cunnigar sand spit feature across the harbour, your tour guide Stíofán Mac Cárthaigh will take you around its winding streets to entertain you with stories while incorporating three food stops.
With venues including the renowned Tannery Restaurant with acclaimed head chef Paul Flynn, a visit to The Old Bank Restaurant with its stunning interior and food, and a warm welcome at The Local Bar with an Irish coffee – it’ll make for unforgettable memories, and tastes!
Tastings at The Tannery Restaurant
Tapas at The Old Bank Restaurant
Traditional Irish coffee at The Local Bar
Local tour guide
Experience food and drink history
Hear food stories
6.00pm – Dungarvan County Museum
Meet your tour guide Stíofàn Mac Càrthaigh outside the County Museum, St Augustine Street, Dungarvan.
6.30pm – The Tannery Restaurant
Your first stop is The Tannery Restaurant – recognised as one of Ireland’s finest restaurants and co-owned by the renowned chef, Paul Flynn. Guests will be greeted with an array of tasters focusing on Waterford produce. Along with drinks from award-winning makers, it’ll be an experience of mouth-watering flavours, and a unique location for serving up that most important of ingredients – a great time.
7.30pm – The Old Bank Restaurant
Located overlooking the postcard-perfect Dungarvan Harbour, The Old Bank occupies the iconic 19th-century Bridge House and is the setting for the second stop of the tour. Experience the delights of tapas dishes, accompanied with homemade lemonade.
8.30pm – The Local Bar
A warm welcome always awaits visitors to The Local on Grattan Square. It’s a unique venue where Helena and Donnchadh will serve you a traditional Irish coffee. And if you’re very lucky, you can hear the bodhrán being played at one of the famous Irish music sessions in the bar – an unforgettable experience!
9.00pm
Guests can go on to enjoy pubs and venues in Dungarvan, recommended by Stíofán Mac Cárthaigh.
If you would like a private tour on a date not shown on this website, please email info@tastewaterford.ie
Guests meet at the County Museum, St, Augustine Street, Dungarvan. Starting point map: Dungarvan Museum
Ample parking is available on Grattan Square, Dungarvan, and at the quayside.
The tour starts at 6.00pm sharp and ends 9.00pm. Please arrive 15 mins before to facilitate booking confirmation.
For dates, check the calendar online.
Suitable clothing is required depending on the weather including warm clothes, rain jacket and comfortable walking shoes.
Tour involves light walking on pavements, and is not suitable for individuals with mobility issues.
For further information, email info@tastewaterford.ie. Taste Waterford, The Courthouse, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, X35 NW65, Ireland.
Tastings at The Tannery Restaurant, along with alcoholic drinks from local suppliers.
Tapas dishes at The Old Bank Restaurant, along with homemade lemonade.
Irish coffee at The Local Bar.
Water is available with every stop.
Food provided during the tour may change.
Dietary requirements can be noted during online booking process.
Should you decide to cancel, 10 days in advance of the tour date is required for full refund. No refund will be given with less than 10 days notice.
Full payment is required before the Taste Tour commences.
Taste Waterford does not offer refunds or alternative dates for no-shows.
Taste Waterford reserves the right to change the Taste Tour.
Should the minimum amount of people required for the tour not be achieved, the tour will be cancelled and you will receive a full refund.