This is not open long, but we had heard good things. I had the idea that this would be shoehorned into a corner of the castle, but its a new build in the grounds. A beautiful building that seems to be getting a lot of use. We had eaten at Avoca Rathcoole a lot before - we used to live out in that direction and it was always excellent. Malahide is no different in that respect. There is a nice shop with plenty of pretty things for the ladies who lunch to buy - not my thing really, but a nice way to get to the restaurant. Like Rathcoole it is a self service style restaurant. There are plenty of staff, so the queues move quickly. The boards with the menus displayed are large and clearly printed on the wall behind the serving area. It's child friendly, so even with a buggy and a three year old in tow we were able to pick up our food and pay in a few minutes. No problem finding a table either even though this was probably one of their busier times - lunch time during the summer holidays.
I had ham and spinach quiche with 3 salads. I rarely deviate from this as it is always so good. The quiche was not overcooked - which would be very easy to do sitting under lights. It is served with a small ramekin of chutney which is really delicious. I had to go back to ask for this as they forgot to give it to me, but that is just me looking for something negative to say. The salads were broccoli and feta with hazelnuts, potato salad with mint and bulgar wheat salad. They were all delicious.
My wife had salmon en croute with cream cheese and spinach. It was gorgeous too and again not overcooked.
Our 3 year old had spaghetti bolognese, a child's smoothie and some ice create to finish.
The bill for the whole lot came to 35 euro. Great value for such high quality food. We are looking forward to going back again.
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