Bastion
- Main Street, Kinsale, P17 NX44, Ireland
- 100 EUR • Modern Cuisine
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- Main Street, Kinsale, P17 NX44, Ireland
- 100 EUR • Modern Cuisine
MICHELIN Guide’s Point Of View

Set in the very centre of town, Bastion is a contemporary restaurant owned and run by a talented couple: Paul cooks, while his wife Helen looks after the service. A large bar splits the room in two and while its dark décor might give it a moody feel, twinkling candles add a welcoming touch.
Chef-owner Paul McDonald is Scottish born but the cooking here has a strong Irish base, with regional ingredients leading the way – although Paul’s happy to search further afield if the quality of the produce dictates. Natural flavours are kept to the fore and local seafood is a highlight. The skilfully prepared, exacting dishes take on a modern style and often exhibit a playful, innovative element, while at the same time showing depth in their flavours and textures.
- m One MICHELIN Star: High quality cooking, worth a stop!
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Refuse is either composted or recycled

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