Dinner
Dinner
Dinner is at the heart of any stay at Roundwood House.
Each evening, guests gather in the dining room for a four-course dinner prepared by Paddy and Blanka.
Menus change daily and are shaped by the seasons, the best ingredients from trusted suppliers and the dietary requirements and preferences of the guests sitting around the table.
A great deal of thought and preparation goes into every evening’s menu. We ask guests to let us know of any allergies, dietary requirements or strong dislikes before arrival so that everyone can relax and enjoy dinner knowing they are well looked after.
Dinner is served at 7.30pm and the pace of the evening is deliberately unhurried. Guests gather for a drink beforehand, candles are lit and conversation flows as the dining room comes to life.
Communal dining is an important part of the Roundwood experience and something many guests tell us becomes a highlight of their stay.
Sharing a table with fellow travellers often leads to lively conversation, new friendships and evenings filled with laughter.
However, if you would prefer a private table, simply let us know and we will be happy to accommodate you.
Dinner is €75 per person and should be booked in advance.
To book or add dinner to your stay, please get in touch with us or use our contact form HERE
Dining Space
Paddy and his talented kitchen team make use of locally produced and sourced ingredients wherever possible when creating dishes for our dinner menu. We buy meat from our local butcher, Mick, and smoked fish from Goatsbridge Farm in Kilkenny. Our eggs are laid by our hens and ducks here at Roundwood House, and we bake our own bread and cakes here too.
Dinner is not included in the main bed and breakfast service, but can be booked in advance for a culinary experience to remember. You will be served by candlelight in the gorgeous dining room at Roundwood House. This exquisite space is full of carefully preserved architectural details and Georgian style furnishings and fittings. History and heritage meet the finest in modern cuisine in this intimate, warm setting that offers the perfect end to a day in County Laois.
To make a dinner reservation with us pleas call us on:
+353 57 873 2120 or use our contact form HERE
Our Awards
Who doesn’t like to blow their own trumpet once in a while?
Any celebration or experience of good hospitality should revolve around excellent food and we’re delighted to have received awards for our breakfast and dining experiences. Here are just a few of them.
McKenna's Guides
2024
Irish Breakfast Awards
2017
The Good Hotel Guide
2024
Menu
Take a look at our sample menu to see the kind of treat in store for you and your guests when you make a reservation for dinner at Roundwood House.
Take a look at our menu to see what takes your fancy.
We can cater for a wide range of dietary needs and would be delighted to talk through your options ahead of your booking.
Gift Vouchers
Treat someone you know to a Roundwood House gift voucher to spend on dinner, B&B or both! A special gift of a unique Irish country house experience.
Testimonials
“Roundwood House in County Laois is one of Ireland’s finest mid-size houses of the Georgian period…”
Maurice Craig
Classic Irish Houses of the Middle Size, 1976
“From the minute we turned into the driveway, we were in raptures, as the house is filled with character, style and history. You have to eat dinner here; please don’t even think about going anywhere else! And breakfast couldn’t be better. Hannah was a wonderful host.”
Joanne W.
“Hannah and Paddy are wonderful hosts who go out of their way to make you feel at home… The food is divine… Paddy is not only an amazing cook but a talented musician too.”
Richard & Fiona, Killiney, Dublin
“We stayed in Writers Cottage. Pictures do not do this little Cottage justice… This hidden gem in the woods is packed with atmosphere & character… I highly recommend this accommodation”.
Tim T.
“A group of 12 enjoyed a perfect overnight stay here with ducks, hens and dogs in the grounds to greet us… Hannah was a perfect host, warm, welcoming, available but never intrusive. Paddy the chef produces the best meal I ever tasted.”
Margaret T.
“We found the house magical and the hospitality extended to us above and beyond. We had the 4 course dinner prepared by Paddy both nights of our stay and it was phenomenal.”
Toby M.
“Hannah and all the staff offered a masterclass in hospitality at its best. A gracious host, everything was managed exactly as you’d want it to be. The food was spectacular. The house and library are so charming.”
Alice Simington
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