One of Ireland’s best loved restaurants has finally re-opened its doors to the splendour and elegance of the old venue yet set in modern surroundings. Kingswood Country House Bar and Restaurant has re-opened nestled behind boundary walls, situated just off the Naas Road and the M50 and only 20mins from the City Centre, this is truly considered one of Dublin’s hidden gems.

A pleasant surprise awaits you at the new Kingswood Country House. This is more than just a Bar and Restaurant. This large 300 year old Georgian house is beautifully located in a unique setting, surrounded by stunning landscaped gardens. Its many historical features have been maintained over the years, lending to its serene ambience and providing an ideal destination for both business and pleasure.

Formerly the home of the world famous tenor, Mr Josef Locke, this house has been lovingly restored and is now complemented by extensive dining and bar facilities including outdoor terraces and a fine-dining restaurant.

Kingswood Country House offers superb food throughout the day whilst upstairs, the beautifully decorated Josef’s Restaurant has maintained the nostalgic ambiance of the famous building and specialises in simple, high quality Irish cooking with an extensive wine list. For a more relaxing atmosphere the contemporary bar downstairs offers guests a wonderful lunch each day and early evening bites. Guests can chose from a medley of modern Irish country delights selected from the finest of Irish home grown ingredients. From Traditional Kingswood bangers & Mash to Fresh Atlantic Cod.

For a more intimate lunch or afternoon tea the lounge area is the perfect place to relax and unwind. Enjoy a pint or a cocktail before you retire for the evening beside a warm open fire.

Kingswood Country House is operated by the Thomas Read Group under the guidance of General Manager Sean Kelly and Executive Head Chef Shay Kendrick. www.kingswoodcountryhouse.ie



Escape from it all at Kingswood Country House Bar & Restaurant
A culinary experience awaits you at Kingswood Country House Bar & Restaurant. One of Dublin’s favourite restaurant venues has been lovingly restored to create something truly unique. The original building was restored to its former glory and housed in this building is Josef’s, a new experience in fine dining for the more discerning diner. The restaurant is named after one of Ireland’s most famous tenors Josef Locke who once lived at Kingswood.

Head Chef Shay Kendrick is committed to using local produce and artisan products in the menu where possible. Kendrick wishes to bring this to the fore at Josef’s. With the help of an organic herb garden in a sister property in Wicklow and daily supplies of organic salads and meats from local suppliers Shay is putting ‘Country’ back into this historical house. “By focusing on fresh, quality and well sourced ingredients, creating innovative menus and the continuous training of my team, I look forward to producing a consistently high standard of dining” say’s Head Chef Shay Kendrick.

With a vast menu from seasonal seafood and game to signature dishes such as Pot Roasted Kildare Lamb all accompanied with an extensive fine wine list. Guests can dine in the luxurious surroundings of the main restaurant or avail of private dinning facilities at Kingswood Country House.

Downstairs guests can choose from a menu of bar snacks to light evening meals. The downstairs lounge is a real treat with its warm ambience original open fire where guests can relax over lunch or early evening bites. Kingswood Country House is the perfect place to relax and unwind. With a menu that boats an array of delicious options from a Kingswood Open Chicken Sandwich to a warm bowl of soup you can ensure you don’t go hungry. Shay’s style of cooking is hearty yet stylish. He places emphasis on the natural flavours of the dish and prefers a simple style of presentation.



The interior of Josef's