The Lord Bagenal Inn Restaurant

The Lord Bagenal Inn stands on the banks of the River Barrow in the heritage village of Leighlinbridge, County Carlow. A family-run hotel and restaurant that has been welcoming visitors since 1979, it combines a riverside setting with a long-established reputation for hospitality and good food.

The kitchen serves contemporary Irish and international dishes, making use of locally sourced produce alongside daily specials. Diners can choose between casual dining in the Lord Bagenal Bar & Restaurant, with a full à la carte menu, a midweek and weekend carvery, and a set Sunday lunch. Breakfast is served in the Waterfront Restaurant, which looks out over the river.

The restaurant has earned recognition for its cooking, including AA Rosette accreditation, and is known for an award-winning wine list that has drawn praise from publications such as Wine Spectator and Decanter. Its position in the centre of Leighlinbridge makes it a convenient stop for those exploring the village and the surrounding County Carlow countryside.