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Set on the banks of the River Shannon, Saagar in Athlone is the third in a popular group of family-run Indian restaurants. There is an extensive menu of more than 80 dishes on offer, ranging from favourites such as chicken tikka and seekh kebabs to Goan prawn curry with coconut and tamarind and the house speciality biryani. A friendly spot for relaxed dining.

Mentioned in the writings of James Joyce, the Greville Arms Hotel in Mullingar has returned the favour by naming its spacious and well-appointed restaurant in his honour. Soft lighting and sumptuous drapes add to the sense of intimate luxury, with a secluded garden offering a further hideaway. Food combines the best of Irish and international cooking, with an all-day carvery and food bar and an extensive global wine list.

Overlooking the River Shannon, the Radisson SAS in historic Athlone has spectacular views across the marina to the castle and cathedral beyond. Inside, diners can enjoy local and internationally influenced cuisine at Elements, a welcoming, brasserie-style restaurant with bright glass panels, bamboo screens and a stunning octagonal open fireplace.

Tasty authentic Indian food has made Amrita's a popular haunt for curry-loving locals in Mullingar. This friendly neighbourhood restaurant in the heart of town serves an extensive menu of old favourites and new additions, combining a warm and cosy atmosphere with an easygoing crowd of regulars.

With sweeping views over the River Shannon, Jaco Bites is an affable local eatery set in the heart of the town of Athlone. Diverse international cooking fills the eclectic menu, which tours the globe to deliver dishes from Thailand to Mexico, with some home-spun favourites and an extensive wine list to round things off. Relaxed décor and a friendly ambience make this a popular local spot.

In a prominent position in the heart of the market town of Moate, The Grand Hotel is a family-run establishment with a welcoming, convivial feel. The spacious Oakleaf Restaurant offers a cosmopolitan menu of Irish and international cuisine, which makes use of local produce including meat from the town master butcher. A four-course lunch is served on Sundays, with a carvery lunch available in the bar area during the rest of the week.

Established in 1992, Saagar in Mullingar is the flagship restaurant of this small group of critically acclaimed modern Indian eateries. An extensive menu ranges from subcontinental staples such as chicken dhansak and lamb tikka karai to speciality kebabs marinated and cooked in the tandoor or king prawns in a smooth saffron sauce. A popular local haunt for regulars and visitors alike.