Riverside House Bed & Breakfast

Start by enjoying a fireside aperitif in the flag-floored bar of this old 1800s post office, then dine either in the atmospheric original building or in the appealing conservatory. The experienced Chef-Owner uses top local ingredients to create flavoursome dishes that are classic in essence; game is a speciality and sauces are a highlight. Stylish bedrooms complete the picture.

After extending into the next-door premises, this sister restaurant to The Courthouse in Carrickmacross remains a very likeable modern bistro, with marble-topped tables and a convivial atmosphere. Start with one of their snacks – the fried corn ribs with sriracha sauce are lip-smackingly good – before sharing a few of the larger plates, all of which are carefully prepared and full of flavour. Irish producers are name-checked on the menu, but don't be surprised to find international influences in the flavours, such as in the Korean fried chicken.