MOUNT KENNEDY INN LIMITED

Mount Kennedy Inn is a contemporary gastropub situated on the main street of Newtownmountkennedy, Co. Wicklow. Since taking the reins in 2021, the inn has built a reputation for delivering high‑quality, seasonal cuisine paired with warm, attentive service. Under the direction of Head Chef Aiden Kenny – a Cathal Brugha‑trained chef with experience from Harvey Nichols Brasserie to a leading Wicklow hotel – the kitchen showcases locally sourced produce in dishes such as seafood chowder, Wicklow lamb shank, buttermilk chicken burger, herb‑crusted Wicklow Brie wedges and a tempura haddock fish‑and‑chips plate.

The inn’s menu, refreshed for 2024, offers a range of comforting classics and inventive small plates, from a classic beef burger with smoked bacon and BBQ sauce to panko‑coated tiger prawns with sweet‑chilli aioli and pulled‑pork nachos. A newly fitted lounge and a lively bar, open from mid‑afternoon on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, provide the perfect setting for both casual drinks and larger gatherings. With consistently positive reviews highlighting friendly staff and excellent food, Mount Kennedy Inn serves locals and visitors alike looking for a relaxed yet refined dining experience in the heart of Wicklow.