Gordon Ramsay @ Powerscourt restaurant, Powerscourt, Wicklow
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With sweeping views of the Wicklow countryside, Gordon Ramsay at Powerscourt invites guests to enjoy an impressive menu from local produce and impeccable service.
Situated on the third floor of the hotel, the floor-to-ceiling glass fronted restaurant takes full advantage of the Sugar Loaf Mountain views whilst al fresco dining on the terrace is offered during the summer months.
Other distinctive features include two semi-private dining rooms in addition to the opportunity to dine inside the kitchen at The Chef's Table whilst watching our professional team at work.
The menu at Gordon Ramsay at Powerscourt features signature Gordon Ramsay dishes such as lobster ravioli, fillets of John Dory with crab and monkfish tail wrapped in prosciutto.
Gordon Ramsay and his head chef have also developed dishes for Gordon Ramsay at Powerscourt with a strong focus on local and seasonal produce. These include roast sea scallop with crisp pork belly and tagliolini carbonara and loin of Wicklow venison with pickled red cabbage, chocolate gnocchi and red wine sauce.
The Ritz-Carlton, Powerscourt can also create menus with Gordon Ramsay for weddings and exclusive occasions.
Situated on the third floor of the hotel, the floor-to-ceiling glass fronted restaurant takes full advantage of the Sugar Loaf Mountain views whilst al fresco dining on the terrace is offered during the summer months.
Other distinctive features include two semi-private dining rooms in addition to the opportunity to dine inside the kitchen at The Chef's Table whilst watching our professional team at work.
The menu at Gordon Ramsay at Powerscourt features signature Gordon Ramsay dishes such as lobster ravioli, fillets of John Dory with crab and monkfish tail wrapped in prosciutto.
Gordon Ramsay and his head chef have also developed dishes for Gordon Ramsay at Powerscourt with a strong focus on local and seasonal produce. These include roast sea scallop with crisp pork belly and tagliolini carbonara and loin of Wicklow venison with pickled red cabbage, chocolate gnocchi and red wine sauce.
The Ritz-Carlton, Powerscourt can also create menus with Gordon Ramsay for weddings and exclusive occasions.
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Gordon Ramsay @ Powerscourt
Ritz Carlton Hotel
Powerscourt
Wicklow
Ritz Carlton Hotel
Powerscourt
Wicklow
Opening hours:
Sun 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Sat 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Fri 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Thu 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Wed 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Tue 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Mon 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Sat 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Fri 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Thu 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Wed 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Tue 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Mon 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Capacity:
89
Website:
Cuisines:
European, Fine Dining
Gordon Ramsay @ Powerscourt restaurant, Powerscourt, Wicklow Reviews
4.5 Gordon Ramsay @ Powerscourt 4.5 star review:
We stayed here for 2 nights and ate in GR one of the evenings. The food really was delish very enjoyable however the restaurant is lacking atmosphere but all the same it was a very enjoyable experience.
Visited: 19/02/2013
Posted: 07/05/2013
3.5 Gordon Ramsay @ Powerscourt 3.5 star review:
Friendly and attentive staff, nice atmosphere. The menu looked exciting but the food did not quite live up to expectations. All 3 courses were pleasant but a little boring. It felt like a hotel restaurant with exaggerated prices. Disappointing overall.
Visited: 02/03/2013
Posted: 03/03/2013
4.5 Gordon Ramsay @ Powerscourt 4.5 star review:
Saturday evening, dining in style. Not much to sy about the food: melt-in-mouth sea trout for my fiancée, less-than-a-mile wild garlic soup for me, (superb if not exactly hot) followed by roast monkfish which had been specially prepared for my fiancée to allow for her dairy allergy.
The service was attentive and pleasant, sometimes tongue-in-cheek (the mignardises are not dairy free, so they brought them in saying "this is not for you madame" :-)
I would have given half a point more for the choice of desserts -- although I tasted her assorted sorbets, and they were divine, my carrot cake was nicely assembled but not as memorable as other desserts I had in restaurants of a lesser class.
But I will certainly come back. Two suggestions: dine early, to enjoy the live entertainment in the bar (ends at 11), and don't overdress -- there are people there in golf gear and polo shirts, despite the prestige surroundings.
The service was attentive and pleasant, sometimes tongue-in-cheek (the mignardises are not dairy free, so they brought them in saying "this is not for you madame" :-)
I would have given half a point more for the choice of desserts -- although I tasted her assorted sorbets, and they were divine, my carrot cake was nicely assembled but not as memorable as other desserts I had in restaurants of a lesser class.
But I will certainly come back. Two suggestions: dine early, to enjoy the live entertainment in the bar (ends at 11), and don't overdress -- there are people there in golf gear and polo shirts, despite the prestige surroundings.
Visited: 19/05/2012
Posted: 20/05/2012
5.0 Gordon Ramsay @ Powerscourt 5.0 star review:
Our second visit, this time it was my birthday and what a culinary experience!
My other half was happy with his choice of appetiser of crab meat and then hake for for his main course, my foie gras terrine was very good but the highlight was my sirloin steak - tender, juicy and nicely red in the middle. I ordered a sauce but didn't use it with my steak because it would spoil the excellent piece of cow who certainly died for a very noble cause.
I had the pineapple parfait for dessert and my husband had the raspberry souffle, very light and delicious.
I also appreciated the very nice touch at the end when I was brought a little piece of chocolate cake with a lit candle on a beautifully decorated plate.
My other half was happy with his choice of appetiser of crab meat and then hake for for his main course, my foie gras terrine was very good but the highlight was my sirloin steak - tender, juicy and nicely red in the middle. I ordered a sauce but didn't use it with my steak because it would spoil the excellent piece of cow who certainly died for a very noble cause.
I had the pineapple parfait for dessert and my husband had the raspberry souffle, very light and delicious.
I also appreciated the very nice touch at the end when I was brought a little piece of chocolate cake with a lit candle on a beautifully decorated plate.
Visited: 10/05/2012
Posted: 14/05/2012
2.5 Gordon Ramsay @ Powerscourt 2.5 star review:
The last time I was here was for Father's Day in 2011 and I gave it an excellent review. We returened as family last Sunday (Mother's Day) and what a difference. Yes, the staff were agin extremely pleasant and professional, the table layout and ambience first class ... but ...oh the food was terrible. There was a only a choice of two dishes for each course on the €33 set lunch. I opted for the goats chhese with red pepper jelly. It was well presented but very bland in taste.
The main course was hake which was simply not fresh. It was not "off" but had that strong flavour that one associates with fish past its best. Others had a daube of beef which had long gelatinous strings of stewed gristle in it.
Just not good enough for a restaurant of this pedigree. I cannot I say I won't ever be back, but I won't be in any rush
The main course was hake which was simply not fresh. It was not "off" but had that strong flavour that one associates with fish past its best. Others had a daube of beef which had long gelatinous strings of stewed gristle in it.
Just not good enough for a restaurant of this pedigree. I cannot I say I won't ever be back, but I won't be in any rush
Visited: 18/03/2012
Posted: 27/03/2012
5.0 Gordon Ramsay @ Powerscourt 5.0 star review:
Dined at the Chef's Table. The overall experience was amazing and I would definitely recommend it. I would have loved to have tried the tasting menu, however, we were a party of seven and opted for the a la carte. The food was fabulous and so impressively presented. Hopefully will be lucky enough to return and give the tasting menu a go.
Visited: 04/01/2012
Posted: 12/01/2012
5.0 Gordon Ramsay @ Powerscourt 5.0 star review:
Went here for Sunday lunch today. We were a party of six adults and two girls aged 10 and 13, and were seated in a semi-private area (curtain could optionally be drawn). This suited us really well as we could converse and banter easily amongst ourselves. The first thing I noticed was crumbs on the floor under the table, which was surprising, as there was otherwise good attention to detail. The staff were extremely pleasant and obliging. The menu was quite limited, though it made it easier for people to decide! We were presented with a good choice of fresh breads to start with and a choice of still, sparkling or tap water. One of our party has a wheat/gluten intolerance, and was presented with two delicious gluten-free rolls, which she really appreciated. The kids were presented with their own, quality menu. I had the seafood bisque to start with, which was substantial, but tasty. My main of pork shoulder was good, except the mashed potatoes were a bit salty. The rum-and-raisin ice cream filled profiteroles with toffee sauce were not so much to my taste - the choux pastry was minimal and not chewy, and I prefer cream and chocolate sauce, but then I did order it...
The prices were €37 for three courses, €29 for two and €24 for kids' three courses (note cheaper than the advertised offer on this website). A great selection of petit fours was presented with the coffees (which were extra). Everyone was happy with their food, with clean plates all round. Given the level of service, the setting and the quality of the food, I think this is excellent value and I'll be back! The toilets are a little tricky to find, but very clean and luxurious, with a separate wheelchair facility. I had to walk over to the restaurant entry desk to get/pay the bill, but the staff member I dealt with was very patient and accommodating when my credit card refused to work after several tries.
The prices were €37 for three courses, €29 for two and €24 for kids' three courses (note cheaper than the advertised offer on this website). A great selection of petit fours was presented with the coffees (which were extra). Everyone was happy with their food, with clean plates all round. Given the level of service, the setting and the quality of the food, I think this is excellent value and I'll be back! The toilets are a little tricky to find, but very clean and luxurious, with a separate wheelchair facility. I had to walk over to the restaurant entry desk to get/pay the bill, but the staff member I dealt with was very patient and accommodating when my credit card refused to work after several tries.
Visited: 07/08/2011
Posted: 07/08/2011
3.5 Gordon Ramsay @ Powerscourt 3.5 star review:
Really enjoyed the ambiance and the comfort and warmth of the dining room. Some points on the staff, too many maitre d' types wandering around, many of whom were incredibly hard to understand. The waiter serving the bread was equally as hard to understand. The tomato bread was delicious but the only one out of the selection that was anyway extraordinary. I had a lovely goats cheese and caramelised onion tart to start with. Really good size. My dining partner had scallops which were lovely albeit quite cold. I also ordered a glass of their Rioja to have with my meal which at €10 per glass I felt could be filled a little bit more. The waiter also dripped the red wine on the tablecloth while pouring - a real pet hate!
For main course we both chose Steaks. We were watching the staff all evening (you have no choice with the way the tables are arranged for twos) and noticed one waiter appear from the kitchen with two main courses in hand and looking a little lost as nobody seemed to be waiting for them! The wine spilling maitre d' glanced at us and it was at that point we realised it was our steaks sitting there hovering and getting cold! Waiter didn't think they were ours as our starter plates had never been cleared! Such bad service and no apology to us when the steaks were then brought over to us given we had witnessed all of this! Steaks obviously slightly cold, both steak sauces had a film on them as they had obviously been sitting in the kitchen so long but the broccoli and mushrooms we requested made up for it! I had a rhubard crumble and my partner had profiteroles for desert, neither of which were anyway like what it said on the tin and I think they should warn you about that. My poached rhubard was also cold which I was surprised at. Lovely petit fours followed. Glad to say I went but can't imagine Gordon would be impressed!!!Maybe that's why he has since reviewed the spot!
For main course we both chose Steaks. We were watching the staff all evening (you have no choice with the way the tables are arranged for twos) and noticed one waiter appear from the kitchen with two main courses in hand and looking a little lost as nobody seemed to be waiting for them! The wine spilling maitre d' glanced at us and it was at that point we realised it was our steaks sitting there hovering and getting cold! Waiter didn't think they were ours as our starter plates had never been cleared! Such bad service and no apology to us when the steaks were then brought over to us given we had witnessed all of this! Steaks obviously slightly cold, both steak sauces had a film on them as they had obviously been sitting in the kitchen so long but the broccoli and mushrooms we requested made up for it! I had a rhubard crumble and my partner had profiteroles for desert, neither of which were anyway like what it said on the tin and I think they should warn you about that. My poached rhubard was also cold which I was surprised at. Lovely petit fours followed. Glad to say I went but can't imagine Gordon would be impressed!!!Maybe that's why he has since reviewed the spot!
Visited: 13/05/2011
Posted: 03/07/2011
5.0 Gordon Ramsay @ Powerscourt 5.0 star review:
Went here for breakfast on a Sunday morning and it was just fabulous. Such an amazing treat. There was a huge range of food and it was all absolutely gorgeous quality. Made to order omelettes were fantastic! I requested gluten free bread and the nicest stuff I've ever had was brought out, warm, and freshly cooked. Gorgeous! Service was great, and the place is really bright, clean and relaxed. There's a lovely terrace outside too which was amazing on the sunny day we were there. The price has to be mentioned though! €29 per person for breakfast isn't exactly cheap! As a special treat, I think it would be worth it though. A really wonderful and lovely experience!
Visited: 20/03/2011
Posted: 29/03/2011
2.0 Gordon Ramsay @ Powerscourt 2.0 star review:
When brought here for a suprise dinner by my partner I was taken with the beautiful building as I've been there before for beauty treatments. The restuarant was quite an experience. With only 1 other table occupied it was quite open and felt impersonal. When asked did we want a jug of water the waiter brought out a bottle of water and charged us for it. The portions were very small and my partner ordered a rack of ribs and only 1 rib appeared on the plate! Although it was enough food for me my partner left feeling hungry. With its lack of ambience and price tag I think I expected more and it did not deliver.
Visited: 11/01/2011
Posted: 20/03/2011
