Cullens at The Cottage

4.6

234 Reviews

€31 to €50

International

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2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Romantic

Nestled in a charming thatched cottage with a rich history as Cong Cinema, Cullen's at the Cottage offers a relaxed dining experience. Savour locally-inspired cuisine and the freshest seafood, including our signature Seafood Platter, in a cosy cottage setting.

As you enter, the inviting aromas from our rotisserie oven greet you. At the cottage's front, our patio offers a serene setting to enjoy alfresco lunches in the summer, with a view of Ashford Castle.

Advance reservations are highly recommended, as this restaurant welcomes both castle guests and residents.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
€31 to €50
Cuisines
International
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(094) 954 6003
Website
http://www.ashfordcastle.com/food-and-drink/cullens-at-the-cottage
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Liam Finnegan

Location
Ashford Castle, Cong, Co. Mayo F31 CA48
Neighborhood
Cong
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Kosher, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Soup of the Day€13.50
Guinness Bread
Cullen's Seafood Chowder€15.50
Market Fresh Fish - Dill - Garden Root Vegetables - Smoked Bacon - Killary Fjord Mussels
6 Dooncastle Oysters€24.00
Hilary's Hot Sauce - Celery - Cucumber
Niçoise Salad€13.50
Green Beans - Olive - Cucumber - Tomato - Josper Grilled Baby Potatoes - Anchovy - Organic Egg
Beef Bobotie Spring Rolls€16.00
Mrs Ball's Apricot Chutney

Mains

Crispy Oyster Mushroom & Dozio Burger€21.50
Parsley Aioli - Grilled Courgette
Cullen's Fish & Chips€25.50
Beer Batter - Seaweed & Lime Mayo - Sautéed Samphire
Mussels Marinière€23.50
French Fries
Beef Burger€25.00
Dozio Cheese - Bacon - Tomato - Jameson & Onion Jam
Seafood Platter€32.00
Killary Fjord Mussel & Clams - Atlantic Prawns - Langoustine - Cleggan Crab Claw - Chilli - Lemon & Garlic Cream - Fries

Sandwiches

Burren Smoked Salmon Open Sandwich€21.50
Guinness Bread - Caper - Red Onion - Estate Greens - Fries
Peri Peri Chicken Sandwich€15.50
Brown Or White Bread - Heritage Tomato - Broccoli Slaw - Estate Mesclun - Fries
Lobster Roll€37.50
Dill Mayo - Pickled Cucumber - Fennel Salad - Mesclun

Desserts

Selection of Irish Farmhouse Cheese€16.50
Crackers - Chutney
Rhubarb & Apple Crumble€12.50
Stem Ginger Ice Cream - Almond
Ashford Legend Chocolate Mousse€12.50
Pecan - Vanilla - Stout
Affogato€8.50
Coffee - Vanilla Ice Cream

Sides

Cottage Mixed Salad€7.00
Mixed Seasonal Vegetables€7.00
Cullen's Fries€7.00
Broccoli Slaw€7.00

What 234 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

234 Reviews

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Linda
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Matia was our host and she is efficient and such a wonderful girl. Very helpful and great with recommendations. Food was excellent as always.
Cullens at The CottageResponded on October 24, 2024
Dear Linda, Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that Matia made your experience enjoyable with her efficiency and helpful recommendations. It's wonderful to know that you consistently find our food excellent. We look forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic meal! Warm Regards Dermot Fetton Direct of Food & Beverage
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Robert
VIP
Chicago
46 reviews
5.0
46 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We’ve been several times on previous visits to Ashford Castle with the same experience. The food was fantastic and the service was attentive and courteous. We will be back again tonight!
Cullens at The CottageResponded on October 24, 2024
Dear Robert, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you’ve enjoyed your visits to Ashford Castle and that the food and service have consistently met your expectations. It’s always a pleasure to welcome back our loyal guests. We look forward to seeing you again tonight for another fantastic experience. Warm Regards Dermot Fetton Director of Food & Beverage
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Patricia
Richmond
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding food and service. Pricey but as expected for location. HIGHLY recommended.
Cullens at The CottageResponded on October 31, 2024
Dear Patricia, Thank you for the fantastic review! We're delighted you enjoyed the food and service and felt it was worth the experience. Your recommendation means a lot to us, We hope to welcome you back for another memorable visit soon! Warm Regards Dermot Fetton
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amanda
VIP
Chicago
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on October 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was fantastic and Ross, who took care of us, was so kind. He made us feel right at home and well looked after throughout our dinner. Would definitely recommend the Cottage - beautiful spot for a delicious dinner after a day of golf of activities on the grounds.
Cullens at The CottageResponded on October 24, 2024
Dear Aminada, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the fantastic food and that Ross made your experience even more special. It's wonderful to know you felt at home and well looked after. We're thrilled you recommend The Cottage and hope to welcome you back for another delicious dinner after your next day of activities! Warm Regards Dermot Fetton Direct of Food & Beverage
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liz
Dublin
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely in all respects, service, ambiance & food. Cute bar for a drink. Nice fire lighting. Staff friendly and helpful.
Cullens at The CottageResponded on October 3, 2024
Dear Liz, Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed every aspect of your experience, from the service and ambiance to the food. It’s great to know that our bar and cosy fire added to the charm of your visit, and we’re especially happy that our staff made you feel welcome. We look forward to hosting you again soon for another wonderful experience! Warm regards, Dermot Fetton Director of Food & Beverage
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Caleb
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was fantastic, drinks were some of the best we’ve ever had, and food was simply unmatched. Top it off with a view of Ashford Castle and it was a 5-star experience to be sure. Thanks, Cullens!
Cullens at The CottageResponded on October 3, 2024
Dear Caleb, Thank you for your glowing review! We are absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience at Cullen’s. It’s fantastic to know that our server made your evening special, and that you enjoyed both the drinks and the food. Pairing it all with the beautiful view of Ashford Castle truly makes it a memorable experience! We greatly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back for another 5-star visit soon. Warm regards, Dermot Fetton Director of Food & Beverage
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MaryAnne
Pittsburgh
9 reviews
2.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
We wanted to enjoy this experience but it was not an enjoyable meal. The waiter could hardly speak or understand English, so there was a communication issue from the start. The service was spotty. It was not very busy, but no one checked on us to see if everything was in order with our meals. The chicken dish was very ordinary, and the filet was ok. There was no visually appealing plate presentation. In retrospect, we should have dined elsewhere .
Cullens at The CottageResponded on October 3, 2024
Dear Mary Anne, Thank you for sharing your feedback on your recent dining experience with us. We sincerely regret that it did not live up to your expectations, especially as we aim to offer each guest a memorable and enjoyable meal. We apologize for the communication challenges and service issues you encountered, as well as the lack of attention to your table. Your comments about the quality and presentation of the dishes are also noted, and we will be addressing these matters with our team to ensure improvements are made. We are truly sorry that this experience was not what you had hoped for. Should you choose to dine with us again, we would welcome the opportunity to provide you with the high standard of service and dining that we strive for. Warm regards, Dermot Fetton
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Sue
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very attentive servers. Wonderful atmosphere. Delicious entrees.
Cullens at The CottageResponded on September 16, 2024
Dear Sue, Thank you for taken the time to leave a review on your recent experience. We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the attentive service, wonderful atmosphere, and delicious entrees. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another great experience! Warm Regards Dermot Fetton Director of Food & Beverage
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Stephen
VIP
Charleston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our best meal of our entire two week trip. Wonderful menu, spectacular setting and world class service. Can’t ask for anything more
Cullens at The CottageResponded on August 19, 2024
Dear Anonymous, Thank you kindly for leaving a review on your recent experience, I am delighted to read you enjoyed our menu and you receive excellent service from our team in Cullens at the Cottage. I will be sure to pass on your kind words to our team. We do hope we get the opportunity to welcome you back to Ashford Castle estate very soon. Warm Regards Dermot Fetton Director of Food & Beverage
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OpenTable Diner
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was exceptional. I can still taste the food today. I've eaten in Asford Castle and the food is as tasty and of high quality as the castle. The staff were so accommodating and friendly. All 4 us enjoyed it. It is at a higher price point than that of other restaurants in cong. But your paying less than Ashford Castle, but the food is of similar quality. So with that in mind the pricing is fair. I will be back.
Cullens at The CottageResponded on August 16, 2024
Dear Anonymous, Thank you for your review, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food so much and found it to be of the same high quality as Ashford Castle. I t’s wonderful to know that our staff made your experience enjoyable with their accommodating and friendly service. We appreciate your understanding of the pricing and are glad you found it to be fair for the quality provided. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Warm Regards Dermot Fetton
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FAQs

Cullens at The Cottage is rated 4.6 stars by 234 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Ashford Castle, Cong, Co. Mayo F31 CA48

Additional information

Neighborhood
Cong
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
Price
€31 to €50
Cuisines
International
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Liam Finnegan
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Kosher, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.ashfordcastle.com/food-and-drink/cullens-at-the-cottage
Phone number
(094) 954 6003

Cullens at The Cottage

Make a reservation

Additional information

Menu

Starters

Soup of the Day€13.50

Cullen's Seafood Chowder€15.50

6 Dooncastle Oysters€24.00

Niçoise Salad€13.50

Beef Bobotie Spring Rolls€16.00

Mains

Crispy Oyster Mushroom & Dozio Burger€21.50

Cullen's Fish & Chips€25.50

Mussels Marinière€23.50

Beef Burger€25.00

Seafood Platter€32.00

Sandwiches

Burren Smoked Salmon Open Sandwich€21.50

Peri Peri Chicken Sandwich€15.50

Lobster Roll€37.50

Desserts

Selection of Irish Farmhouse Cheese€16.50

Rhubarb & Apple Crumble€12.50

Ashford Legend Chocolate Mousse€12.50

Affogato€8.50

Sides

Cottage Mixed Salad€7.00

Mixed Seasonal Vegetables€7.00

Cullen's Fries€7.00

Broccoli Slaw€7.00

What 234 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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