Reviews of Caffé 500. (Restaurant) in Carlow (Carlow).

Caffé 500

425 Reviews

224 Comments

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Italian restaurant

6 Kennedy St, Graigue, Carlow, R93 T9Y6, Ireland

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c. g.

This an authentic Italian eating, and drinking, experience in the heart of Carlow Town. The food is exquisite and the service is prompt and very friendly. You get a great feed for very good value. The espresso at the end was divine. Can't wait to return. Ci vediamo!

S. P.

Really good Italian restaurant. One of my favourite places in Carlow

B. T. E.

Excellent food Update : Again the food here was excellent- friendly staff and best pizza in Carlow by a country mile .

J. K.

Lovely little Italian restaurant in Carlow town. Food excellent. Great place to go for casual dining.

C. F.

Took a very long time to come. I asked for arbiatta and I got pizza, I didn't realise there was a pizza by that name but given there was both pizza and pasta it would have been nice if they confirmed if I was ordering pizza rather than assume it. The bruschetta was nothing like I expected for a bruschetta which I tend to expect is tomatoes, garlic, basil, olive oil on bread. On a positive note the delivery girl did ask to rectify the pasta arbiatta. I didn't take up the offer as I do eat pizza and I didn't want to end up eating 90-120 minutes after ordering. Pizza was very good to be fair. Mixed experience. Given the price, which is not cheap, I would expect better. Having said that if I need a pizza again sometime I might give the restaurant another try, but would expect faster service next time.

u. c.

Great little spot. Fab Italian starters and mains desert wasn't at same standard. don't bother with the Pannacotta but you'll not have room after the amazing mains and great value too. lovely staff. Great place

Z. S.

We went to Caffè 500 yesterday for my birthday dinner and the food was so amazing that my boyfriend ordered the second portion for himself! It has never happened before to him, haha. The place has a beautiful decor, you basically feel like you're in a cosy restaurant in the heart of Italy. Service is also great, the lady serving us was super nice and ready to walk an extra mile to make the customers happy. I would recommend the place for a 100%! We live in Arklow, but definitely will be back soon! Thank you for a great birthday dinner!

J. T.

I haven't eaten in the restaurant, I've gotten takeaway a couple of times. Pizza was good, lasagna was ok, garlic bread was very garlicky, cheesecake was ok. I suggest ordering pizza rather than pasta. Tonight I waited more than 10 minutes longer than they told me when I ordered.

M. K.

Lovely atmosphere and good food. The pizzas are delicious. The only disadvantages is that the place is not so big and on the warm day inside is very warm too.

K. D. G.

What a gem, the food was delicious, staff friendly, the restaurant was themed around the fiat 500 which was a nice touch, also everything was spotlessly clean. Overall all three of our party of adults enjoyed the experience.

P. K.

Fantastic authentic Italian food that will keep you coming back time and time again. Cosy and funky decor with fantsic welcoming and accommodating staff for small or larger groups alike. Recommend action on booking as they only have a small seating area.

T. M.

Great spot, lovely food. Friendly staff. Beautiful small restaurant. Not overpriced. Will definitely return.

n. g.

Fantastic food, lovely atmosphere and very friendly staff. Highly recommended.

l. h.

I loved the food here.. and they have gluten free options 👏👏 the staff were very friendly and helpful and the decor is also fab 😍 x

S. M.

My first time eating in, I've had take home several times, and it was fantastic. As good as the food is when brought home, so much better fresh in the restaurant! The food was amazing, the service was friendly and efficient, and the price is beyond reproach. 10/10 would go again. If you like coffee, try the Cafe 500. It's a double espresso with milk, whipped cream, and some chocolate sauce...

e. r.

Great food and atmosphere. Reasonably priced too. Love eating here.

M. A.

Very nice Italian food good wine.. stone baked pizza and so on !

C. C.

Ok before you say I'm a bad man for only giving 3 stars let me tell you why. For a star it's a very honest review based on the experience I have in eating out in restaurants all over the world. Ok so diving write in: Appearance; This place is so beautiful with the decor it's really hard to fault them for this one you really have to see it to enjoy it. All wooden with a real homely feel to it. I did feel the premises was a little crapped and didn't have much flow, like when I walked in I'm standing beside someone who is eating...(like nearly in their face) The food; Wow what can I say this food is very nice I'd give it 7/10 not bad at all. The price is slightly too high and that's not consistent with the portion size. It's too little for the amount your paying I. My opinion. When I eat pasta I expect to feel somewhat full or content. I was still hungry.(I'm not a big man 5'11" 80kg) Staff; Staff are so polite and helpful. Very welcoming and attentive. 10/10

M. &. K. A. o. M.

Restaurant has a lovely ambience, recommendations were great and staff were so friendly and helpful!

M.

Amazing place with fresh food cooked to perfection. Great decor, ambiance and friendly staff. Recommend this very much. 😊 I suggest the carabonara or lasagna. I had a taste of a lot of dishes when family ordered different dishes. The Nutella bread is to die for. Also the Tirimasu. Bellissima 😊

J. O. B.

Food top class ..lovely 👌 well recommend a visit ..

m. s.

Just had pizza from here. Best pizza in Carlow. Tomato sauce was beautiful. The dough was nice too. If you want a decent pizza go here, the others pale in comparison.

k. g.

Get the muffin potato = number 4, sformatino di patate!!!. Excellent food, lovely staff

R. B.

This restaurant perfectly blends great Italian food with an nostalgian look. The atmosphere is always top notch. And the staff is exceptional

B. B.

We've been here many times and will always come back. The only place in Carlow that serves Italian food and it's the closest to Italian food per se. Excellent food experience.

J. S.

Great food and even better service, well done 🙌

A.

Great tasting food, good portions and Good service.

m. g.

Pasta was excellent. Pizza was slightly burnt and disappointing in taste. Spicy sausage was tough and chewy. Customer service was lacking unfortunately. No one asked us if we wanted more wine at all and we were only approached when they came to take plates away. On the plus side, the place is lovely and makes for a wonderful little restaurant if a few slight changes are addressed.

L. M.

Beautiful, Cozy and great food and service

M. D.

Suprisingly very good and authentic Italian food!

M.

Incredible food and service from this beautiful little restaurant. During Covid19 they do takeaway with free delivery in Carlow. And the food arriving to your home is just as good as when they serve it in the restaurant. The food quality is not compromised at all as a delivery. It is just amazing. We got Pizza 500, Garlic bread (perfectly cooked bases and fresh ingredients) we got carbonara which is fantastic & the nutella on Focaccia bread. You will not be disappointed. You get so much food for the price & you will feel very full & satisfied. I love this place. It's the first place I'm going to when it opens back up fully again.

m. m.

The food tastes like original Italian cuisine, very delicious and reasonably priced. The service was welcoming and attentive but unfortunately I was sat on the window ledge which i found amusing and uncomfortable.

J. K.

Amazing food. The flavours are outstanding and the prices are so low! The staff are fantastic. It is very small and can be cramped at times but I just love the place! A quick word of advice to mothers, LEAVE THE PRAM AT HOME, it will not fit.

S. H.

My favourite Italian restaurant in Ireland, great food & lovely people

K.

True Italian restaurant great food, prices bit high

f. g.

Had to check this Italian in Carlow and I did . Brought my friend John who was delighted with his first ever pizza tartufata. Indeed the best I've had in Ireland. Crusty and light , no soggy bits.i got sausages and verdure strascinate from the specials and was happy with that.the place is tiny but though busy there's not waiting for the food , basic good home cooking at reasonable prices.

D. S.

Best pizza on planet earth! Super great staff and happy chefs cooking the food! Can't praise this place highly enough. My compliments and thanks to everyone @ Caffe 500

M. K.

Just had the most delicious meal at this friendly restaurant! Amazing pizza, garlic mushrooms and a dessert to die for. Caffè 500 always delivers 👍

P. d.

WOW WOW WOW its Amazing food... Staff cant do enough for you .... been to a lot of Italian restaurants over the years but this is NUMBER 1 ... try it you be like very very satisfied ... keep it up guys Thanks from one very satisfied customer

E.

Beautiful little cafe food is always really good with lots of flavour, it has a little Italian feel which is nice in an Italian restaurant, staff are friendly, good location with easy parking

C. S.

Absolutely wonderful authentic Italian cuisine. This has become my family's favourite restaurant in Carlow. The pizzas are a favourite for my children with fresh toppings on a nice flaking crust. The staff is wonderfully nice and helpful. They are willing to make some.chamges to assist the dining party. Wonderful food, great atmosphere, and kind staff. My new favourite coffee in Carlow too!!!!

J. B.

Lovely food. I have only had the pleasure of takeaway due to the Covid restrictions. But this place is a real gem.

C. P.

Very tasty pizza. Napolitano style. Desserts and coffee unbelievable. They served coffee which takes 2 years in row 1st place in Italy. Highly recommended this place.

I. M.

Absolutely fantastic Italian food in the centre of Carlow

P. E.

If you wanna feel what to be in Italy is like, go to Caffé 500, as here they won’t fail you, here food is something which brings up emotions, memories, it’s really a sensorial experience. Pasta dishes are so good that it’s really difficult not to go for a second portion. Try their ravioli, the pasta layer is thin and perfectly balanced with the filling, not to mention the sauce. I literally cleaned up my plate. Pizzas are made with a dough which is so light that you will digest them really easily. The dough itself is rich in taste and the toppings are various but also perfectly aligned to the best Italian standard. Try for example the truffle one, so tasteful! And don’t forget their starters, one for all their board with salumi and cheeses. In a nutshell: amazing, as the high quality of the staples used is so clear. The staff is kind and nice, you’ll breath the truest Italian atmosphere. Gianluca is a wonderful host. And go with their Prosecco or let yourself be guided in choosing a good beer. You will see that quality here is a must and that these guys do really know how to bring you to Italy still remaining in Ireland!

A. C. P.

The food was really good and as stated on the menu , I got the fettuccine and was cooked just right , tasted fresh pasta .... actually Cafe 550 is WAY BETTER than Ristorante Rinuccini in Kilkenny . I gave them a 4 because the cheesecake did not taste like cheesecake at all , it tasted lactofil , more whip cream texture than cheesecake But their MAINCOURSE IS GREAT !

R. S.

5 star food. I had charcuterie board with cheeses to start it was wowzer. Nice atmosphere with chef working in close proximity. I cant recomend this highly enough, and we only stumbled in the door off the street..

E. J.

Amazing food, its been a while we have had such amazing pizza same as in Napoli, pasta just perfect (its often overcooked)! I am picky, but I will be back for more!

A. T.

The best restaurant in carlow area.

L. O. N.

Gorgeous authentic Italian food and lovely staff. Highly recommend.

K. H.

Really nice authentic Italian food! The pizzas are great, highly recommended, we got the one with fresh basil and mozzarella, yum. Would definitely go back again

D.

Lovely cafe very well decorated and good friendly staff. The pizzas were good but the big issue was the pasta dishes, the sauces on the two dishes was very thick and not very nice to eat as the consistency was very off putting.

p. M.

I felt like I was back In Italy 🛵💨 Great pizza great wine cozy and warm environment. The staff were very kind and friendly.

A. K.

One of my favourite restaurants in Carlow! The atmosphere is so warm and inviting, the food is delicious and the staff are friendly and helpful. Feels very authentic and the prices are very reasonable for the portions you receive

A. M.

Best pizza I've ever had and at less than 15 euro for a great meal is a winner.

A. B.

Excellent & authentic Italian food. Items on the menu that one would usually only see in Italy. Most importantly, friendly staff & really good value!

A. G.

Lovely atmosphere, food is beautiful and real Italian!

J.

The Best Italian restaurant outside of Italy. Amazing pizza, incredible wine at an incredible price. Artisanal Italian beers, homemade deserts and real Italian coffee. No where like Cafe 500. Bellísima

D. O.

Lovely food and lovely atmosphere. Great prices too. Recommended highly.

M. A. A. C.

Realy good pizza. Real Italian food made with passion and knowledge, respecting the traditions. Friendly environment. Professional staff.

E. m. u.

Lovely pizza, amazing food. The service is very quick and the wine is very good. Worth a visit... Spread the word.

M. R.

Fantastic authentic italian food in a warm environment, with lovely people

R. R.

Lovely little spot, really cosy. Authentic Italian food. Staff were friendly amd service was good. Food was delicious!

M. M.

Lovely food felt like being back in Italy my new favourite place will be back

L. N.

Beautiful meal, soft music in background makes you want to stay as it transports to another place.

C. G.

Gorgeous food, atmosphere & staff. Thanks so much, just left & can't wait to return 💕

G. D.

Food excellent, delicious, authentic Italian! Highly recommend it! However staff need to stay off their mobile phones....

E. R. M.

Food was absolutely amazing! Dining room very full at dinner time, but good came out in good time and very well prepared.

M. O.

Tasty, simple, friendly. Great for a quick bite or great for a small group. Kids love the pizza and pasta too.

R. J.

Nice little Italian pizza restaurant. The lads are very friendly. Food is good. It's always busy ... which is a good sign.

F. B.

Usually quiet especially on weekdays. Delicious pizza. It closes early (at 9) during the week so make sure to get in early.

a.

Absolutely delicious,great people and interior.

P. V.

Perfect pizza and a really friendly service. Definitely coming back. Reasonable proces and the pizza reminds me of the ones I had in italy.

Z.

delicious pizza and authentic italian food. Do reserve a table in advance. very Lively atmosphere

P. M.

Great enjoy the food 😀

M. B.

Great little spot, food fantastic and very authentic. Very cosy and lovely staff. Wine is excellent ;-)

D. T. S.

Fantastic real Italian cuisine. Great selection of pizza and pasta. Best espresso in town.

M. B.

Food is fabulous, I really enjoyed my meal here and look forward to returning!

J. K.

Really excellent food and staff. Very highly recommend

C. H.

Fantastic ambiance. Lasting impression. Great fresh traditional Italian food.

G. H.

Best Italian restaurant in Ireland. Dined here several times and always enjoyed the food, the service and the atmosphere.

B.

Very traditional Italian restaurant super fast service and good food and coffee.

R. S.

Most authentic Italian I've ever had in Ireland

r. m.

Stunning food. Excellent service and lovely, warm atmosphere. Highly recommend.

M. I.

Great Italian food. Good service.

L. R.

Great food and service....I'll be going back. Great to have a proper Italian restaurant in Carlow.

l. l.

Amazing Italian food and generous portions

A. V.

Seriously good Cabonara. I'm just saying, the sauce is thick and the flavors are just downright amazing. Worth the visit if you're in Carlow

d. f.

First class Italian food in an authentic setting. great staff too

R. M.

The food is absolutely delicious. Well worth a visit. Book first..

H. N.

Food was fantastic, interior is very nice and service was great! Will be returning

K. J.

Great food, thin base pizza and pasta like Nona used to make👍

C. L.

Always great food & service with a lovely Italian ambiance. Grazie multo.

A. D.

Excellent service and great food and exceptional service from Jean Luca and Marco (bannana)

I. M. F.

Best place to experience a real italian restaurant!!! Delicious food and frendly staff!!

J. S.

Very tasty pizza, nice , stylish interior design. Highly recommend.

R. J. v. d. S.

Good and cheap Italian food. Make sure to make a reservation, because the place is crowded!

M. L.

Lovely restaurant with great food and friendly staff, good service

1.

Real Italian restaurant, very cosy, would eat from them every day if I could

L. P.

Great pizza, friendly staff, nice interior.

R. C.

Bless to have such restaurant at Carlow Town. Great food!

A. d. B.

We love Caffee 500 for the atmosphere, food and amazing staff. They are great and highly recommended.

D. D.

Food fantastic, service great, staff very friendly.. 6 star establishment.

T. D.

Excellent cafe. Beautiful pizza. Reasonable prices. Brilliant.

D. B.

Great food and friendly staff can't ask for more.

D. K.

Delicious food with excellent service. Very family friendly.

M. S.

Love it here ,food delicious, staff friendly, menu good price....

N. M.

Great value authentic Italian food

R. F.

Lovely good food. Go at lunch. Little pricy.

P. A.

Really nice food. Friendly & helpful staff

S. G.

Fab .. services is great .. food is amazing .. been a few times never disappointed.

C. O.

Very good authentic Italian Restaurant. Friendly staff!!

A. S.

Omg lovely Italian food. Will be back for sure. 100% positive.

K. M.

Delicious pizzas. Small little place. Quick service.

S. M.

If you want to eat real Italian dishes, this is the place that you are looking for.

p. o.

Excellent food in a cosy space. Go and try it. Great prices too

A. R.

Great food & lovely staff.

a. n.

Lovely atmosphere lovely freindly staff lovely food and wine all in all its just a little gem

S. g.

Delicious pizzas right there. I recommend it

G. B.

The service is brilliant the food is amazing and very reasonably priced

C. B.

Staff is always friendly, place is always spotless and the food is always amazing.

k. d.

Lovely food and atmosphere. Pleasant staff.

F. M.

Funky decor, reasonableprices, delicious traditional Italian food, yum!

C. L.

Really excellent food, and very well priced.

A. g.

Best pizza's ever!!

K. H.

Excellent food! Especially the pizza 😋

H. R.

Food, atmosphere, price - all excellent.

C. C.

Lovey food and very attentive service. Recommended.

S. M.

Excellent food great experience enjoyable night

m. o.

Great food, staff and service

P. K.

Real Italian food served by real Italians worth a visit

J. L.

Nice and friendly staff, the food fantastic

A. M.

The Best Italian restaurant in Ireland, cheap too.

d. g.

Love this little cafe...never fails to deliver great food...

L. W. S.

Excellent service. Food is delicious.

M. D.

Great food at a reasonable price.

C. F.

Love cafe 500 the staff a great the food is great

P. C.

Lovely food at a great price.

C. s.

Pizza from here is absolutely amazing

e. t.

Good food in cosy situation. Very reasonable.

C. T.

Lovely place and love there food and wine 😃😃

O. R.

Lovely food, great atmosphere

e. b.

Really delicious food for great prices

L.

Nice and cozy. Pizzas are amazing.

c. m.

Very good Very friendly Child friendly

E. J.

I'm only knocking a star off because it gets way too hot to go to sometimes.

B. E.

Didn't actually go in here but it's a very useful landmark.

F. K.

Food was so fresh and delicious.

R. L.

Awesome everything

m. t.

Good food very good person

M. A.

Best Pizza in Ireland. Book in advance!

j. d.

Great food, great staff

G. P.

Terrific food. Very authentic

D. C.

Great little restaurant the food was excellent

A. K.

Homemade authentic Italian at a reasonable price.

T. M.

Great Food, reasonable

T. T.

Best Italian food in Ireland

t. g.

Nice place and atmosphere bit disappointed with food.

G. M.

Fabulous food as always!

K. M.

Incredible pasta and pizza!!

B. P.

Authentic Italian. Cosy atmosphere.

B. M.

Authentic Italian cuisine in Carlow.

g. m.

Nice meal

M. E.

5 star absolutely gorgeous

i. g.

Excellent service, quality

G. D. f.

The best Italian restaurant!!!!!

S. S.

Okay food, unfriendly service

M. D.

We enjoyed very much.

C. O.

Italian ambience makes it a joy

A. M.

Excellent Food and Service...

d. n.

Best pizza in town

E. C.

A wonderfull noquis with pesto

J. O.

Brilliant.. couldn't be better

B. P.

Superb in every way.

S. V.

👌👌👌

V. L.

First class food

M. W.

Loved it

S. F.

Unreal tasty grub

I.

Nice place staff were friendly food was good.

N. H.

This place never disappoints

O. O.

Great pizza

C. B.

Great pizza,

J. D.

Food is perfect.

d. l.

Lovely

m. t.

Very good service , very good food

D. S.

Beautiful and affordable.

P. S.

Amazing pizza

C. J.

Beautiful restaurant

K. R.

As usual loved it

P. C.

Great food

s. k.

Nice pizzas

T. G. (.

Good restaurant

M. A.

Excellent food

S. W.

Fabulous food

M. O. B.

Amazing food

J. G.

Super

M. C. B.

Fab

T. D.

Brilliant itialian

T.

Nice place

D. G.

Good food

r. g.

(Translated) Cordial hospitality and excellent Italian cuisine characterize this beautiful venue. Thank you for making me feel a little closer to my land. (Original) Cordiota ospitalità e ottima cucina Italiana contraddistinguono questo bellissimo locale. Grazie di avermi fatto sentire un po più vicino alla mia terra.

S. Z.

(Translated) On vacation on Carlow, the Caffe 500 is the first restaurant we tried. What a treat ! The food is delicious, quality ingredients cooked perfectly. Cooking in a real wood oven makes a difference in taste. Although the room is small, the atmosphere is nice, the service fast, reasonable prices. Only downside: the quality of service goes from 5 stars to 0 according to the waitress who takes care of you. (Original) En vacances sur Carlow, le Caffe 500 est le 1er resto que nous avons essayé. Quel régal ! La nourriture y est délicieuse, des ingrédients de qualité cuisinés parfaitement. La cuisson dans un vrai four à bois fait toute une différence sur le goût. Même si la salle est petite, l’ambiance y est agréable, le service rapide, les prix raisonnables. Seul bémol : la qualité du service passe de 5 étoiles à 0 selon la serveuse qui s’occupe de vous.

j. y.

(Translated) Very nice place to eat. The staff very polite and friendly. Both the pasta and the pizza are great and of good quality ... definitely to repeat. Highly recommended (Original) Sitio muy agradable donde comer. El personal muy educado y simpático. Tanto la pasta como la pizza buenísimas y de buena calidad...sin duda para repetir. Muy recomendable.

g. f.

(Translated) Awesome place, very friendly staff and fantastic pizza (Original) Posto stupendo,staff molto cordiale e pizza fantastica

M. l.

(Translated) A place with attention to the smallest details, tastefully furnished. Good place to find excellent Italian cuisine. (Original) Un luogo curato nei minimi dettagli, arredato con gusto. Buon posto dove trovare un ottima cucina all' Italiana.

C. A.

(Translated) Very cozy place and very very good pizza. The restaurant is small but not enough to accommodate a good group of people. (Original) Endroit très cosy et pizza très très bonne. Le restaurant est petit mais peu tout de même accueillir un bon groupe de personne.

E.

(Translated) Delightful. As always. 😋 (Original) Delizioso. Come sempre. 😋

a. p.

(Translated) True Italian cuisine with a few tweaks, excellent value for money (Original) Vera cucina italiana con qualche ritocco,ottimo rapporto qualità prezzo

m. s.

R. D.

(Translated) A great place Delicious pizza (Original) Super miejsce Przepyszna pizza

S. K.

(Translated) Small expensive pizzas, small tables. (Original) Pienet kalliit pizzat, pienet pöydät.

S. G.

f. k.

E. G.

A. L.

(Translated) Great pizza (Original) Super pizza

F. R.

T. C.

K. P.

M. A.

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R. M.

B. M.

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