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CUISINES
Irish, Cafe
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
features
Can a vegan person get a good meal at this restaurant?
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CUISINES
Irish, Cafe
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Free off-street parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Family style, Gift Cards Available
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Orlagh0
Ballina127 contributions
Feb 2020 • none
Went here last weekend with my daughter and my parents.We had been here a few times before for lunch but decided this time we would try the breakfast.
All I can say is WOW, hands down one of the best breakfasts I have ever had out.
My daughter couldn’t decide between a breakfast and porridge so the lovely waitress suggested a small bowl of porridge first, which she was delighted with!
I had the full Irish , there was so much food, I just couldn’t finish it!Everything on the plate was really tasty and presented so well
Couldn’t believe the price, will definitely be back
Written 15 February 2020
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DeclanF89
Hi Orlagh.
Thank you so much for your fabulous review!
It means the world to us. The fact that someone takes the time to say thanks is a huge honour.
Looking forward to seeing you soon.
All the best, Declan.
Written 17 February 2020
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Martina T
2 contributions
Mar 2020 • family
I’ve often stopped off here when en-route to / from Portlaoise and I’ve always been more than satisfied with the lovely choice of food available, the homely atmosphere and the great level of customer service I received.
My experience today, however, has surpassed all my expectations. To the staff member who listened to me and served my son and I earlier this morning, I cannot say a big enough thank you. What a lovely, kind person you are. I’m sorry I don’t know your name, but once again, thank you so much. The owners of this restaurant are so lucky to have you working with them.
Well done to all.
Written 4 March 2020
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Margaret C
2 contributions
Dec 2024 • family
A gem of a place. Decorated beautifully, it is cosy and welcoming. An excellent menu and everything we got was delicious. Staff couldn’t have been nicer. I’ll make sure to go via Mountmellick any time I get the excuse to visit the Hares Corner again.
Written 18 December 2024
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Pauline V
1 contribution
Dec 2024 • friends
Staff very friendly and helpful they do small and large plates, small was plenty for me,had roast beef very nice.my friend I go a lot sometime s just for sandwiches and tea and coffee
Written 22 December 2024
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Aine D
1 contribution
Jan 2024 • friends
Cold ,deers in headlamps , cold tea and toast ,35 mins waiting for breakfast really needs to up there game , too many chief, and smoke breaks ,
Written 21 January 2024
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Redsionnach
Cork971 contributions
Jul 2023 • family
We called in here for a light snack and we both asked for coffee and brown bread. We were served the coffee but the brown bread came with just one plate so I had to use a napkin on the table.
Staff were okay.
Written 17 July 2023
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Tony M
Dublin12 contributions
Jul 2020 • business
As good as it gets. Appetites sharpened by months of lockdown were totally treated with delicious food & superb service
Written 10 July 2020
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DeclanF89
Thank you, thank you, thank you!
We all really appreciate you taking the time to leave this deadly comment.
Written 11 July 2020
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County Laois1 contribution
Jan 2020 • couples
Friendly cheerful staff and great coffee..... Beautiful old millhouse. There's a few Cafes could do with taking a leaf out of Hares Corners Book.
Written 1 January 2020
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DeclanF89
Hello.
Thank you so much for your kind review.
It makes us so proud whenever somebody takes the time to comment on our efforts.
Hopefully we'll see you about these parts again soon!!
Happy New Year to you & yours.
Declan.
Written 2 January 2020
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Ppoupore
684 contributions
Nov 2019 • family
After visiting the museum next door we stopped at Hares Corner for a cup of tea and found it a bustle of activity. Many diners were filling their plates in cafeteria style. The choices looked quite good.
Written 12 November 2019
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DeclanF89
Hello there dear reviewer :)
Thanks for your lovely comments.
We love praise in this business!
All of the staff have access to these reviews
and it's a real thrill to get a positive viewpoint
from new customers.
So, thanks again.
Hopefully we will see you about these parts again soon.
Yours, Declan.
Written 14 November 2019
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Orlagh0
Ballina127 contributions
Oct 2019 • family
Went here for dinner this afternoon as a group of 4, both my parents are elderly and the staff just couldn’t do enough to help them
We got half portions of the roast of the day, oh my god they were huge portions!
The dinner was fab,nice choice of desserts too
Written 6 October 2019
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DeclanF89
Hi Orla.
Thank you so much for your review.
An American Indian saying states that "you judge a society by how it treats its elderly."
Our restaurant follows that same philosophy.
Thrilled that our food stood up to scrutiny too!
Our staff will be delighted.
I'll be sure to pass on your compliments.
Take care, Declan.
Written 9 October 2019
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nsk467
Mountrath4 contributions
Sept 2019 • solo
I visited the Hare’s Corner today and I was totally blown away by the food. It was absolutely amazing. There was also a waitress and I think her name was Lisa but she couldn’t do enough for me. Lovely lovely girl
Written 23 September 2019
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DeclanF89
Thank you for your lovely review.
We really try our best and it's such a thrill for us all when someone takes the time to compliment us.
Lisa will be delighted!
Until next time, stay safe and well
Yours........ bighead/Declan. :)
Written 24 September 2019
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Marion B
Wexford11 contributions
Sept 2019 • none
14 of us decended on them just before lunchtime and they conjured up lovely soup, sandwiches and a gluten free option. They even provided a takeaway dish for the leftover sandwiches. We were very impressed with the service.
Written 11 September 2019
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DeclanF89
Hi Marion, Thank you for your wonderful review.
You were a lovely crew.
It was brilliant to see you all ,happily chatting and lingering a while after you'd eaten.
To see a group relaxing is the highest compliment of all.
I hope no-one stepped in anything untoward when you got to the farm!
Take the best of good care.
Declan. (The loud chef.)
Written 12 September 2019
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NorthStar767788
2 contributions
Sept 2019 • none
Stopped here en route from Wexford to Mayo. Me and my dog. Had a gorgeous toasted ham cheese onion and tomato sandwich which came with a beautiful salad and a good coffee. When I asked where to take my dog for a little wee walk, I was offered a drink of water for her. Very friendly staff. All the food looked delicious and reasonably priced. The toilets are on the ground floor - for anyone with mobility problems to know, lots of parking space. Easy access as it's located on the edge of town coming from Portlaoise on the N80. I can highly recommend The Hares Corner.
Written 11 September 2019
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DeclanF89
Hello again NorthStar.
Actually, what I was responding to was the snippet of your review.
I wasn't aware that I hadn't seen it all!
Thank you so much.
The staff will be thrilled to hear your praise.
Am delighted about the food (chef) & that your dog felt the love.
Wheeeeeee!!
Written 11 September 2019
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CM197p
Dublin92 contributions
Aug 2019 • friends
Stopped in here for tea & cake after a walk in Slieve Bloom. Lovely spacious cafe with plenty of parking and good facilities. Lovely quirky decor & friendly staff. The apple tart was gorgeous.
Written 11 August 2019
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DeclanF89
Hello there, from The Hare's Corner.
Apologies for the late reply, but we've been hopping busy this past week,thank God.
We really appreciate your lovely review.
We're nuts about praise!
Hope to see you about these parts soon.
Thanks again, & if we don't meet again, have a great life.
Declan & the gang.
Written 17 August 2019
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rathfarnham14
31 contributions
Jul 2019 • couples
We stopped in for a light lunch but were late so got the last bowl of filling, homemade soup. Staff were great and there was a lovely range of salads to go with the tasty home made brown bread. Really reasonable and clearly a locals favourite
Written 2 July 2019
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DeclanF89
Thank you for your lovely critique.
Greatly appreciated.
Hope to see you & your Rathfarnam crew around these parts again soon.
Written 3 July 2019
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