I recently stayed at the County Arms Hotel in Birr, County Offaly, and I have to say, I had a fantastic experience from start to finish. The hotel has a lovely atmosphere, the staff were extremely friendly and welcoming, and the service was excellent.
I would especially like to mention Rosie, Alison, Betty, and Cloey, who were absolutely brilliant. They were so friendly, helpful, professional, and welcoming throughout my stay. Nothing was too much trouble for them, and they went out of their way to make sure everything was perfect. Their kindness and excellent customer service really stood out and made my stay even more enjoyable.
It is staff like Rosie, Alison, Betty, and Cloey who make such a difference to a hotel. They made me feel genuinely welcomed and looked after, and they are a real credit to the County Arms.
The hotel itself was comfortable, clean, and had a great atmosphere. I really enjoyed my time there and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the service to the hospitality, everything was excellent.
I would definitely recommend the County Arms Hotel in Birr to anyone looking for a great place to stay in County Offaly. I will certainly be back again, and I hope the management recognise what a fantastic team they have.
A huge thank you to Rosie, Alison, Betty, and Cloey for making my stay so enjoyable. You were all absolutely fantastic! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ From patsy and Eileen Fallon Portumna
International · Birr, Co. Offaly
County Arms Birr Restaurant
Hours unconfirmed Typical hours shown — call ahead 4.3 on Google · 1,616 reviews
Opening hours
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| Monday | 12:00 – 22:00 |
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| Tuesday | 12:00 – 22:00 |
| Wednesday | 12:00 – 22:00 |
| Thursday | 12:00 – 22:00 |
| Friday today | 12:00 – 22:00 |
| Saturday | 12:00 – 22:30 |
| Sunday | 12:30 – 21:00 |
Unconfirmed: these are typical hours for similar international venues in Birr. Please phone ahead.
Full hours & directionsRailway Rd, Townparks, Birr, Co. Offaly, R42 Y568
- CuisineInternational
- Price€€
- Phone+353 57 912 0791
About County Arms Birr
On Railway Rd in Birr, County Arms Birr is a restaurant serving locals and visitors alike. The menu mixes crowd-pleasing dishes with seasonal specials.
The nearest well-known landmark is Birr Heritage Centre, approximately 610 m on foot (8 min). Birr has 25 restaurants, cafés and takeaways in our guide, and this is one of them. Its immediate neighbour is Bar 62.
Its public Google rating stands at 4.3 stars (1,616 reviews), with recent reviewers most often mentioning friendly staff and generous portions.
Key facts
| Cuisine | International |
|---|---|
| Type | Restaurant |
| Price guide | €€ (mid-range) |
| Google rating | 4.3 / 5 from 1,616 reviews |
| Address | Railway Rd, Townparks, Birr, Co. Offaly, R42 Y568 |
| Eircode | R42 Y568 |
| Phone | +353 57 912 0791 |
| Nearby landmark | Birr Heritage Centre (610 m) |
| From Dublin city centre | 113 km |
| Coordinates | 53.09065, -7.90604 |
Menu highlights
What to order at County Arms Birr
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€12
Crispy Pork Belly
Apple, cider jus
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€12.50
Irish Cheeseboard
Chutney, crackers
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€29
Irish Lamb Rump
Pea purée, fondant potato
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€26
Slow-Braised Beef Cheek
Horseradish mash
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€11.50
Beetroot & Goat's Cheese
Candied walnuts
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€18.50
Burger
Irish beef, smoked cheddar, fries
Typical dishes and approximate prices for this style of restaurant. The restaurant's own menu and prices may differ.
Estimated busy times
Usually busiest around 6pm on Fridays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for international venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 12:00 – 22:00
- Sunset in Birr today: 19:06
- Best time for a quieter table: 4pm or after 8pm
- One of 25 places to eat in Birr
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Reviews
What recent reviewers mention most:
Friendly staffGenerous portions
My wife and I had a very enjoyable mid week break at the County Arms Hotel. The hotel is ideally situated a few minutes walk from the town. We stayed 2 nights B&B and had evening meal in the hotel each evening, one in the bar and one in …
Arrived on Friday. Wedding at venue. The Irish like to party. Seating available under bedroom window. Alot of activity until 0500. Generally poor night's sleep.
At over €250 per night - I expected a quality customer service. We were greeted warmly on arrival. However the
room didn't have a small fridge.
Breakfast was "help yourself to toast and coffee". . I expected toast to be delivered to table by the abundance of staff in the breakfast room. And coffee supplied from kitchen's by staff
[ stayed at another hotel whilst in Ireland, costing €100 cheaper and their service was exceptional]
Please review your buffet options for breakfast and how you serve your breakfast.
Hi Elizabeth,
Apologies for the delay in getting back to you, and thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback about your stay with us.
We’re pleased to hear that you received a warm welcome on arrival, but we’re sorry that the noise outside your bedroom had such a significant impact on your sleep. We appreciate you would expect a comfortable and restful stay, and we understand your disappointment.
We’ve also noted your comments regarding the lack of a small fridge in the room and your breakfast experience. Your feedback around the buffet offering and the level of table service you expected is particularly useful, and we’ll be sharing this with the relevant Heads of Department and Senior Management team for review.
We appreciate you taking the time to compare your experience with another hotel and explain where you felt the service could have been better. Feedback like this helps us look at the overall guest experience from our customers’ perspective.
Thank you again for your honest feedback, Elizabeth. We’re sorry that your stay did not meet the standard you expected, and we hope we’ll have the opportunity to welcome you back to County Arms and provide a more comfortable and enjoyable experience.
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Where is County Arms Birr?
County Arms Birr is located at Railway Rd, Townparks, Birr, Co. Offaly, R42 Y568. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of County Arms Birr?
Verified opening hours have not been published for this venue yet, so we show typical hours for similar restaurants in the area. Please phone ahead before travelling.
What other restaurants are near County Arms Birr?
The closest alternatives are Bar 62 (20 m), Hackett's Eatery (40 m) and Subway (140 m).
How is County Arms Birr rated?
County Arms Birr has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 on Google, based on 1,616 public reviews. Reviewers often mention friendly staff and generous portions.
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