Restaurants

Leona's on Nine Market Street

4.7 164 reviews 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM 9 Market St, Town-Plots, Kinsale, Co. Cork, P17 HK72, Ireland

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Leona's on Nine Market Street offers a charming and inviting dining experience at the heart of Kinsale. Nestled on Market Street, this cozy restaurant shines with its diverse menu, featuring delicious options for breakfast, brunch, and lunch, and a great selection of tea and wine. Guests rave about standout dishes like the flavorful Buddha Bowl and the comforting soup of the day paired with fresh Beamish brown bread. The atmosphere is casual yet trendy, perfect for groups or solo diners alike. With pleasant service and a welcoming ambiance, Leona's is a delightful spot to unwind and enjoy quality food.

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Amenities & More

Service options

Outdoor seating
Onsite services
Takeout
Dine-in
Delivery

Highlights

Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection

Popular for

Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining

Dining options

Breakfast
Lunch
Dessert
Seating
Table service

Amenities

Restroom

Atmosphere

Casual
Cozy
Trendy

Crowd

Groups
Tourists

Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Leona's on Nine Market Street before visiting.

Reviews for Leona's on Nine Market Street

4.7

164 reviews

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Review highlights

Based on 164 reviews

Leona's on Nine Market Street is widely praised for its flavorful, generously portioned dishes that blend freshness with hearty satisfaction. Reviewers frequently highlight the restaurant’s emphasis on vibrant, vegetable-forward options alongside classic family favorites like seafood and meat dishes. The welcoming atmosphere and attentive service also receive consistent commendation. While some note minor limitations, such as a cash-only policy or limited customization options, these are generally overshadowed by the overall quality and value. The restaurant’s ability to offer an invigorating alternative to typical vacation fare, paired with its cozy setting, makes it a favored choice among locals and visitors alike.

Crystal Leader

Apr 01, 2025

We enjoyed our fish and chicken supreme. Both are excellent, full of flavour, with a nice mixture of potatoes, legs and meat/fish. I asked for no potatoes but not possible as all mixed in. Very tasty though. Cash only.

Benjamin Dyer

Mar 26, 2025

On vacation, it's all too easy to get stuck eating the usual fried, heavy foods; Leona's was a breath of fresh air - light, vegetable forward, invigorating dishes. I had the falafel bowl, partner had the flatbread - both were very tasty and well presented.

Giuseppe Acocella

Mar 19, 2025

I had a lovely lunch on Sunday, and I really enjoyed the service and the atmosphere. Great food and huge portion!I will come back for sure!

Craig Villamor

Mar 19, 2025

Fabulous food here that really took me by surprise. This unassuming little spot has got amazing flavors. We had the wagyu burger and seafood chowder. Flavors on the. Burger was a flat out amazing double decker topped with onion rings. The chowder was absolutely loaded with seafood that was incredibly fresh. Came with some soda bread that was to die for. A steal at just 10. Wonderful place for a delicious lunch.

Noreen Fitzgerald

Mar 13, 2025

Delicious food, great service. We had the chicken Caesar salad and Buddha bowl

sathish babu

Mar 13, 2025

Perfect place for brunch in Kinsale. The food tastes awesome and the service is very quick. Soup tastes great. They also have 4 rooms to stay on the upper floor.

Elena De Giorgi

Mar 02, 2025

Very cute spot with nice food. I personally took a Buddha Bowl; it tasted very nice and was quite diverse in ingredients. I found it a bit expensive (small beer for 7), but that's probably the touristy spot. I'd recommend nonetheless.

Con Tully

Jan 25, 2025

Great spot for lunch, fantastic sandwiches and the soup of the day (Carrot & Tomato) was particularly great, especially along with the Beamish brown bread. The staff were very pleasant and the place was lovely and welcoming. Highly recommend.