The lowdown on Cork’s gay eateries. Gay-friendly venues are marked with an asterisk (*).

new! Grub Cafe   8 South Main St • T 427 8470

Grub Cafe @ the Other Place, is open Tuesday - Saturday 12pm to 6pm. Offer A selection of Soup, Panini, and Coffee /Tea. Also acts as a Free Internet Cafe.
www.gayprojectcork.com/grub.html

Quay Co-op*   26 Sullivan’s Quay • T 431 7026

Excellent, Bridgestone-recommended vegetarian restaurant, the best of Cork. It’s got a funky, offbeat atmosphere, homelike without being twee, and has a great view over the city. The menu is varied and the prices are very reasonable. There’s also an organic and wholefood store downstairs.
www.quaycoop.com

Café Paradiso*    16 Lancaster Quay • T 427 7939

More of a restaurant than a café, this vegetarian establishment has received praise from many quarters. With a lively atmosphere and friendly staff, the food on offer is sufficiently mouthwatering to tempt committed carnivores.
www.cafeparadiso.ie

Proby’s Bistro*  Probys Quay • T 4316531

Continental-style bistro, with full bar facilities. It’s right next to St Finbarre’s Cathedral, just outside the city centre.
www.probysbistro.com

The Bulman*   Summercove, Kinale • T 4772131

The Bulman comprises an award-winning bar (which has been included in lists of Ireland’s top 100 pubs) and a restaurant, and is a favourite venue for parties and functions, from formal dinners to summer barbecues.
www.thebulman.com