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A regular haunt for the curry-loving population of Ennis, The Punjab is a popular local restaurant with an innovative menu of spicy Indian cuisine. Signature dishes focus on rich Punjabi delicacies such as chicken kofta and lamb dahiwala, although the extensive repertoire also includes regional favourites from Delhi, Goa and the spice trail of Kerala.

In Lemongrass the attention to design can be found on the tables themselves; little glass vases hold sprouting twigs of lemongrass. Their good glassware, solid cutlery and very attractive plates are not the usual gold-coloured bamboo design that one finds in every Thai restaurant. More to match the theme the menu is artistically designed on a large sheet of rice paper, with a hand-made look.

The family-run Corofin Arms is a charming neighbourhood hotel and restaurant set in the village of Corofin on the edge of the Burren. A menu of Irish and international cooking features local produce from steaks to speciality shellfish dishes, including a punchy seafood chowder and red snapper with a creamy sauce. The simple, contemporary dining room offers relaxed, casual surroundings.

Nestled in woodland in the heart of County Clare, the family-run Clare Inn Hotel is a contemporary Tudor-style hotel with panoramic views of the Shannon estuary. Deerfield's restaurant serves a selection of Irish cuisine, as well as Mediterranean dishes, with menus that change on a daily basis. Typical fare includes steak au poivre, pasta carbonara, salmon en croûte and moules marinières. Dishes for vegetarians and coeliacs are also available.

Set amidst the wild beauty of The Burren in County Clare, The Burren Castle Hotel is an imposing building with sweeping views over the surrounding countryside. The hotel's restaurant serves a wide array of brasserie standards in relaxed and welcoming surroundings, with energetic nightly entertainment from the local céilidh dancers.

In the heart of the bustling town of Ennis, Knox's is an enduringly popular local pub and bistro with an engaging and convivial atmosphere. Exposed stone and brickwork and wooden beams give the interior a rustic charm, while fresh local produce sets off the brasserie dishes on the menu in the upstairs restaurant. Major sporting events are shown in the bar, with DJs and live music to keep the friendly mixed crowd buzzing late into the night.

Situated in the heart of Lisdoonvarna - a town made famous by the spa wells and the annual match making festivals - Lynch's Restaurant in the eponymous hotel is a large bright Victorian room. You can enjoy your meal in the wonderful ambience provided by the open fire during winter months. All dishes on the menu are created using the freshest of the local ingredients.

For more than 100 years and three generations, The Igoe Inn has offered food, drink and company to travellers and regulars from its position in the centre of the village of Doonbeg. Locally acclaimed for its food, the pub has a cosy evening dining room offering hearty Irish cooking in home-made dishes such as Doonbeg Bay crab claws sautéed in garlic butter and wild Doonbeg salmon. A straightforward bar menu is available for lunch and dinner. Traditional music sessions take place at weekends.

Bennett's Restaurant offers an extensive table d'hote or á la carte menu. All dishes are carefully prepared using the freshest local ingredients, while a leisurely glass of wine complements your meal perfectly.

A modern hotel with traditional features, the Oakwood Arms offers casual country elegance from its location in the bustling town of Shannon. The Palm Court restaurant has an imposing yet intimate feel, with heavy Spanish crystal chandeliers dropping from the lofty ceiling and inlaid marble floors. A smart menu mingle Irish and international cooking with a quirky wine list and an extensive array of cocktails. Laid-back Sophie's Bar offers a more informal atmosphere for lighter dining and drinks.