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Restaurant in Kilmeaden, Co. Waterford
What should I order at The Sweep Bar?
What to order
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Southern Style Chicken Burger
Mentioned multiple times as outstanding with thick juicy chicken breast, BBQ sauce, cheese, bacon, and frizze onions adding a nice crunch. Portions are massive and the burger is described as amazing with great friendly staff.
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Fish and Chips
Highly praised as the best fish and chips ever, with excellent chips beating even famous competitors. Recommended by several reviewers for great food, reasonable prices, and friendly staff.
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Fish Pie
Described as the best ever, flavoursome, creamy, full of fish, served in large portions with fluffy mash. A standout dish that delighted the reviewer.
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Roast Irish Angus Beef
Noted for being tender, tasty, plentiful, and a consistent winner. It is part of the traditional roast dinners offered and praised for good size portions.
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5
Monkfish
Mentioned as the best monkfish the reviewer has ever had, highly recommended for its taste and quality.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM to 9:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 9 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 9 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM to 9:30 PM |
About The Sweep Bar
The Sweep Bar is a restaurant and bar & grill in Kilmeaden, Co. Waterford, located just outside Waterford City on the N25. It serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert, with a traditional Irish pub feel, cozy indoor seating, and outdoor seating available. Reviewers consistently praise the friendly staff, generous portions, and good value, along with dishes like chicken burger, fish pie, fish and chips, monkfish, and roast beef. It is described as busy at peak times and popular with locals, groups, tourists, and solo diners.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Sports
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is The Sweep Bar known for?
The standout item is the southern style chicken burger, which reviewers describe as thick, juicy, and served with BBQ sauce, cheese, bacon, frizze onions, and homemade chips. It is also known for hearty pub food like fish pie, monkfish, and roast beef, with many comments about generous portions and strong value.
What dishes are most recommended at The Sweep Bar?
Reviewers most often point to the southern style chicken burger, fish pie, monkfish, fish and chips, and roast beef. Breakfast items also come up frequently, especially the traditional fry, pancakes, scrambled eggs, omelettes, and scones, with praise for tasty food and plentiful portions.
What is the atmosphere like at The Sweep Bar?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and traditional, with a pub feel, a thatched roof, and comfortable furnishings rather than a themed interior. It suits groups and tourists, but reviewers also mention it works well for solo dining and relaxed meals with family or a dog outdoors.
Is The Sweep Bar good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is €10–20, and reviewers repeatedly say the food is good value for money. Comments mention average prices, generous portions, and meals that feel plentiful and worth the cost, especially for lunch and breakfast.
Is The Sweep Bar busy, and when should you go?
It can get very busy at peak times, and one review mentions having to wait in line because it was popular. Reviewers also note that brunch reservations are recommended, while off-peak visits can mean faster service and easier seating.
Is parking available at The Sweep Bar?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does The Sweep Bar have vegetarian options?
Yes, The Sweep Bar offers vegetarian options.
Is The Sweep Bar kid-friendly?
Yes, The Sweep Bar is good for kids.
