Rare Kinsale

28/05/2026

RARE X KAI ✨

For one night only, two chefs come together to celebrate their love of South Indian cooking. 🇮🇳🔥

On June 14th, Jess Murphy of Kai Galway joins in Rare for an unforgettable 7-course tasting experience in Kinsale.

Expect bold flavours, seasonal ingredients, storytelling through food, and a menu inspired by both chefs’ unique take on South Indian cuisine!

-June 14th
-Sittings at 5PM & 8PM
-€125 per person
-Optional wine pairings available

Book now via the link in bio, online at rare1784.ie.

Please note: Due to the nature of this tasting menu, allergens cannot be accommodated.

20/05/2026

We are absolutely thrilled to be named the All Ireland Winner for Best Hotel & Guesthouse Restaurant at the Irish Restaurant Awards 2026 ✨

Behind every achievement is our incredible team whose passion, dedication, and focus go into creating unforgettable experiences for every guest who walks through our doors!

A huge thank you also goes to our amazing local suppliers and producers. Their incredible ingredients, support, and close partnership are at the heart of everything we do — without them, neither the food nor the experience would be possible.

Thank you to everyone who has supported us on this journey ✨

19/05/2026

🏆ALL IRELAND WINNER 🏆

BEST HOTEL & GUESTHOUSE RESTAURANT
Rare at Blue Haven Hotel at the Irish Restaurant Awards ✨🍴

We are absolutely honoured to be named the All Ireland Winner for Best Hotel & Guesthouse Restaurant at the Irish Restaurant Awards.

This is an incredible achievement for our entire team and a proud moment for all of us at Rare at Blue Haven Hotel. To be recognised alongside some of the finest restaurants in Ireland is truly special.

A huge thank you to our amazing team for their passion and hard work every single day, and to all of our loyal guests for your continued support, kind words, and unforgettable memories shared with us. This award would not be possible without you ❤️

17/05/2026

15/05/2026

We are honoured to be named in the 101 Great Irish Restaurants: Where to eat around the country this year! ✨🍴

Thank you to all our loyal customers and amazing team for making this possible ✨

We’re also thrilled to see our sister restaurant, Alaria, featured in the list for the very first time — a well-deserved recognition for the incredible team and experience they’ve created in Schull.

‘Rare
Kinsale, Co Cork, rare1784.ie
Chennai native Meeran Manzoor has created a space for a dynamic cuisine that was new to Ireland. Rare was designed to be a space for proudly showcasing the sophistication, intricateness and alchemy of south Indian gastronomy with the very best of produce from Kinsale and beyond.

The result is a sensory treat of the highest order, with harmony of flavour in every bite. It is modern, contemporary and exciting dining, but grounded in one of the oldest culinary traditions in the world. A rare beast, indeed’

11/05/2026

On the pass with Chef Meeran! 🍴

Our executive head chef Meeran talks us through one of our desserts here at Rare Kinsale!

Our tasting menu is constantly evolving and changing with the seasons!

Experience a night a rare and book now through the link in our bio!

Open Thursday- Saturday ✨

05/05/2026

On the pass with Chef Meeran! 🍴

Our executive head chef Meeran talks us through one of their new favourite dishes here at Rare Kinsale!

Our tasting menu is constantly evolving and changing with the seasons!

Experience a night a rare and book now through the link in our bio!

Open Thursday- Saturday ✨

29/04/2026

Today Chef Krishna talks us through one of the amuse bouches here at Rare Kinsale!

Our tasting menu is constantly evolving and changing with the seasons!

Experience a night a rare and book now through the link in our bio!

24/04/2026

Step into RARE this weekend ✨

We’re open Thursday to Saturday, with limited tables available — so now’s the time to book and enjoy something truly special in Kinsale.

Savour an unforgettable dining experience with us this weekend 🍷✨

21/04/2026

On the pass with Chef Meeran! 🍴

Our executive head chef Meeran talks us through one of our desserts here at Rare Kinsale!

Our tasting menu is constantly evolving and changing with the seasons!

Experience a night a rare and book now through the link in our bio!