Eat

Eat at the Met Bar & Bistro, Fitzwilton Hotel
City Hotel of the Year – Munster 2025 & Boutique Hotel of the Year – Munster 2024 (Irish Hotel Awards)
Head Chef Jason Condron – Rising Star 2024 (Irish Hotel Awards)

Take a break from the Winterval festivities and enjoy great food in the warm and welcoming surroundings of the Met Bar & Bistro at the award-winning Fitzwilton Hotel.

Conveniently located just a short stroll from the heart of Winterval, the Met is the perfect place to relax with family and friends. Our menu features everything from light bites and hearty favourites to delicious desserts, with something to suit all ages. Food is served daily from 12 noon to 9.30pm.

Whether you're stopping by for lunch, dinner or a festive catch-up over cocktails, you'll find a warm welcome, friendly service and a relaxed atmosphere waiting for you at the Met Bar & Bistro.

Your home from home. Dooley's Hotel is a 3rd generation, family-run City Centre Hotel on the historic Merchants Quayside, with Winterval on its doorstep. The three-star family run hotel offers guests modern and contemporary conveniences and comforts in their newly refurbished 112 guest bedrooms with a warm welcome and traditional Irish hospitality.

Revolution Bar & Restaurant – Great Food, Great Value & a Warm Waterford Welcome!

Located in the heart of Waterford’s vibrant Apple Market, Revolution Bar & Restaurant is the perfect place to relax, refuel and soak up the festival atmosphere. With a warm, family-friendly welcome, delicious food and fantastic value, there’s something for everyone.

Enjoy freshly prepared pizzas from just €10, juicy 8oz burgers from €12, tasty chicken dishes, fresh fish and hearty, warming Irish lamb stew. For a lighter bite, there’s also a selection of soups and sandwiches.

Whether you're warming up with a delicious hot chocolate, enjoying a refreshing beer or treating yourself to a cocktail or whiskey, Revolution is a great spot to take a break from the festival excitement.

No booking required – just walk in! With great food, reasonable prices and a welcoming atmosphere, Revolution is an ideal stop for families, friends and festivalgoers alike.

The Wooden Pestle Restaurant at the Viking Hotel
The Wooden Pestle Restaurant at the 4-star Viking Hotel is the perfect place to enjoy a delicious meal while visiting Waterford's magical Winterval festival. With its warm, welcoming atmosphere and extensive menu, it caters for everyone, from families enjoying a festive day out to friends gathering for a seasonal catch-up and larger group celebrations. Whether you're stopping by for lunch, dinner, or festive drinks, The Wooden Pestle offers great food, friendly service, and a relaxed setting just minutes from Waterford City Centre, making it an ideal dining destination throughout the Winterval season.

Supermac's has 3 family restaurants across Waterford City, serving quality Irish food and Papa John's pizza. Dine in or take away with online ordering and delivery now available. Enjoy Supermacs at the heart of Winerval in their Barronstrand Street restaurant, or stop for dinner or pick up a takeaway on your way to and from the festival in  their Kingsmeadow or Dunmore Road restaurants.