Best place in the whole of cork, Brian is so accommodating and kind. Definitely recommend
Irish · Riverstown, Co. Cork
Riverstown Inn
Open now Closes at 23:30 4.6 on Google · 221 reviews
Opening hours
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| Monday | 11:00 – 23:30 |
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| Tuesday | 11:00 – 23:30 |
| Wednesday | 11:00 – 23:30 |
| Thursday today | 11:00 – 23:30 |
| Friday | 10:30 – 00:30 |
| Saturday | 10:30 – 00:30 |
| Sunday | 12:00 – 23:00 |
Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.
Full hours & directions9 School Terrace, Riverstown, Cork
- CuisineIrish
- Price€€€
- Phone+353 21 482 0456
- Nearest stationLittleisland Station · 3.6 km
- SeatingOutdoor tables
- ServiceTakeaway
- AccessWheelchair friendly
About Riverstown Inn
Set on 9 School Terrace, Riverstown Inn is an Irish pub and kitchen in the heart of Riverstown, Co. Cork. The cooking is proudly Irish: hearty stews, fresh seafood and quality local beef.
Our Riverstown guide currently covers 17 venues, so there is plenty nearby for comparison. If you want to compare, Apache Pizza is a short 200 m away.
Facilities recorded for this venue include takeaway, delivery, outdoor seating, table reservations and wheelchair access. It opens seven days a week. The earliest start is 10:30am on Friday, and the latest close is 12:30am on Friday. On Google it holds 4.6 out of 5 from 221 reviews, with recent reviewers most often mentioning guinness & pints and friendly staff. Expect to spend around €1–50 per person.
Key facts
| Cuisine | Irish |
|---|---|
| Type | Pub and kitchen |
| Price guide | €€€ (upscale) |
| Typical spend | €1–50 per person |
| Google rating | 4.6 / 5 from 221 reviews |
| Address | 9 School Terrace, Riverstown, Cork |
| Phone | +353 21 482 0456 |
| Takeaway | Yes |
| Delivery | Yes |
| Outdoor seating | Yes |
| Reservations | Yes |
| Wheelchair access | Yes |
| Open | 7 days a week · 89 hours in total |
| Nearest station | Littleisland Station (3.6 km) |
| From Dublin city centre | 214 km |
| Coordinates | 51.92848, -8.39553 |
At a glance
Services & amenities at Riverstown Inn
Service
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Takeaway
Dining
- Seating
- Table service
On the menu
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Spirits
- Wine
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Live performances
- Sport
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Amenities
- Bar on site
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
Crowd
- Groups
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Details as published on the venue's public business listing; they can change, so confirm anything essential with the restaurant.
Menu highlights
What to order at Riverstown Inn
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€14
Irish Smoked Salmon
Burren smoked salmon, capers, pickled shallot, soda bread
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€9.50
Apple Crumble
Bramley apple, oat crumble, warm custard
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€11
Crispy Brie
Panko-crumbed brie with cranberry and port compote
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€11
Garlic Mushrooms
Pan-fried button mushrooms in garlic cream on toasted sourdough
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€29
Pan-Seared Hake
Atlantic hake, crushed baby potatoes, lemon butter sauce
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€10
Baileys Cheesecake
Baileys Irish cream cheesecake, chocolate crumb
Typical dishes and approximate prices for this style of pub and kitchen. The restaurant's own menu and prices may differ.
Estimated busy times
Usually busiest around 7pm on Thursdays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for irish venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 11:00 – 23:30
- Sunset in Riverstown today: 19:11
- Best time for a quieter table: 5pm or after 9pm
- One of 17 places to eat in Riverstown
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Reviews
What recent reviewers mention most:
Guinness & pintsFriendly staff
Went in while cheltenham day 1 was on. Very clean, well kept and homely.Pint was v good. What stands out here for me was how friendly the bar staff and patrons were. Felt welcome by both the whole time I spent there and really enjoyed. The personal touch means a lot. Well done.
Lovely bar lovely pints and very friendly people working there.
Good bar for a pint without being deafened by overly loud music
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Write the first reviewQuestions & answers
Where is Riverstown Inn?
Riverstown Inn is located at 9 School Terrace, Riverstown, Cork. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
Is Riverstown Inn open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays the listed hours are 12:00 – 23:00.
What time does Riverstown Inn close tonight?
It is open right now and closes at 23:30 (Irish time).
Does Riverstown Inn do takeaway?
Yes, takeaway is available.
Is Riverstown Inn wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the venue is recorded as wheelchair accessible.
Can I book a table at Riverstown Inn?
Yes. Reservations are accepted — call +353 21 482 0456 to book.
What other restaurants are near Riverstown Inn?
The closest alternatives are Apache Pizza (200 m), Denny's Fish & Chips (220 m) and Charr'd (220 m).
How is Riverstown Inn rated?
Riverstown Inn has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 on Google, based on 221 public reviews. Reviewers often mention guinness & pints and friendly staff.
How much does a meal at Riverstown Inn cost?
Most diners report spending about €1–50 per person.
What is the nearest train station?
Littleisland Station is about 3.6 km away, around 7 minutes by car.
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