Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 2563 reviews

What June W doesn't like about Gowdys Of Down Royal:
After a previous ok visit this time was disappointing. The food was not great I brought most of the roast beef home for my dogs as it was very tough. After ordering a starter of soup a different flavour arrived so had to return it and reorder. View all feedback. What dermotliddy likes about Gowdys Of Down Royal:
We hadn’t been to Gowdy’s for several years but it didn’t disappoint. We were seated at a really nice window table near the enormous log fire and enjoyed the festivities including a visit from Santa. The four of us all ordered the pate as our starter and we had a mixture of roast beef, turkey and ham and the turkey pie for mains. The food was both delicious and hot and the staff were amazing and keep checking on us t... View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
4.4 ★ from 50 reviews
Stephen
09.09.2024 - 06:19

Sunday dinner and I went for the roast beef. Very disappointing to only get 1 slice of roast beef. Cooked perfectly however. Average roast potatoes but the mash...

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Patricia
09.09.2024 - 06:19

My nephew had his wedding reception here. Frances went above and beyond to ensure everyone had what they needed plus all the staff serving food and drinks, were...

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Doris
09.09.2024 - 06:19

This place is perfect. The food was lovely and service was great. For us, there was a child who was howling almost the entire time we were there. I know that wa...

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Tom
09.09.2024 - 06:19

Great staff, plenty of parking, good food, indoor and outdoor dining options. Bouncy castle (weather dependent) and kids play area. Will eat and drink here ofte...

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Patrick
09.09.2024 - 06:19

Best Guinness I've tasted outside of Dublin. I will be back and I will add a photo.

Gowdy's restaurant received mixed reviews, with some diners praising the friendly staff, cozy atmosphere, and delicious food, while others were disappointed by the quality of the dishes, lack of attentiveness from staff, and overall experience. Despite the positive comments on certain aspects, there were several complaints about the food quality and service received. Some customers were dissatisfied with the lack of attention to detail and flavorless dishes, feeling that the restaurant did not meet their expectations. Overall, Gowdy's seems to have potential, but consistency and improvement in certain areas are needed to enhance the overall dining experience for patrons.

Tripadvisor
3.9 ★ from 296 reviews
Rachel
12.10.2023 - 12:03

I have mentioned Gowdys before and it’s always been 100%. Staff excellent food excellent great menus with specials. The icing in the cake today has been their n...

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Gordon
12.10.2023 - 12:03

First time in Gowdy’s and was looking forward to an enjoyable Sunday meal with my family. Nice setting and good service from staff. To say I was disappointed wi...

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Louis
12.10.2023 - 12:03

Been twice in last two weeks, food is good as usual, however the service isn’t what it used to be. Getting attention initially was ok but when the main meal was...

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dermotliddy
12.10.2023 - 12:03

We hadn’t been to Gowdy’s for several years but it didn’t disappoint. We were seated at a really nice window table near the enormous log fire and enjoyed the fe...

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June
12.10.2023 - 12:03

After a previous ok visit this time was disappointing. The food was not great I brought most of the roast beef home for my dogs as it was very tough. After orde...

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Menulist
4.4 ★ from 5 reviews
Linda
05.02.2022 - 22:11

Gorgeous meal as always. Caters for my gluten free diet brilliantly! Nicola and Lawrence are the best staff around. Great service!

Melissa
05.02.2022 - 22:11

Visited here for evening meal with friends. Greeted with a lovely open fire and fabulous staff not over attentive. I had the bacon chop with champ and cauliflow...

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Ashley
05.02.2022 - 22:11

To be completely honest I wouldn't go back, I ordered a Margarita Pizza of the Children's Menu because I'm not a person who would eat a full meal, I waited abou...

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Stacey
05.02.2022 - 22:11

Dropped in after a drive... must say Staff are so lovely... food was delish... Frank's sauce was best I've tasted

Lily
05.02.2022 - 22:11

Top notch. Portions massive. Staff great. Starters really nice. Main courses gorgeous. Desserts excellent.

Google
4.4 ★ from 777 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
4.2 ★ from 959 reviews

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