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A proud royal heritage

Historic roots brought to life with warm British hospitality & theatrical dining experiences.

The English Grill

With a British Chef and Maître d’Hôtel, The English Grill is quintessentially authentic English, using some of the finest produce from the British Isles. The restaurant showcases traditional service by friendly and knowledgeable staff, and the dining experience is accompanied by an extensive wine list, including a fine selection from Bouchard Finlayson, our vineyard in South Africa. We also have a Champagne trolley, showcasing a selection to choose from.

The menu offers signatures classics, including salads, steaks, desserts and dishes from our Founder and President, Mrs Beatrice Tollman, and all meats are grilled to perfection in our charcoal fired Josper Grill. The glass wall overlooking the pass allows guests to watch some of the action taking place in the kitchen.

The English Grill is proud to hold two AA Rosettes.

Whet your appetite

Choose from dishes such as our Slow Roasted Rib of Beef from our carving trolley served with a homemade béarnaise sauce and a red wine and shallot jus. To end your meal, an array of tempting desserts await, including a decadent chocolate Bavarois made using our own chocolate, Legend, created in collaboration with Valrhona and served with estate grown crabpear gel, chocolate cremeux, pear and vanilla sorbet and salted chocolate crisp. 

Please note a dinner jacket is required for gentlemen in the George V Dining Room.

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Sample menus

Breakfast menu Daily menu Daily vegan & vegetarian menu Tasting menu Vegetarian tasting menu Children's menu Desserts menu Vegan & vegetarian dessert menu Wine menu

Give the gift of luxury

Enjoy an eight course tasting menu in the magnificent surroundings of the George V Dining Room.

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Opening hours

Monday - Sunday:
Breakfast: 8.00am - 10.30am
(served until 11am on weekends)
Dinner: 6.30pm - 9.30pm

Contact us

Telephone: + 353 94 954 6003
Executive Chef: Philippe Farineau
Restaurant Manager: Robert Bowe
Head Sommelier: Paul Fogerty

"I believe the dining experience begins before the guest even arrives - it has to provoke a sense of anticipation and showcase our exceptional local produce in its finest form."

Chef Philippe Farineau

Ashford Castle Executive Chef

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