About

Hidden beneath Cashel Palace, where centuries of history meet contemporary Irish cuisine.

A chef in a white uniform and blue apron is preparing food in a professional kitchen, illuminated by overhead lights, with various plates and condiments on the counter.

Close-up of a chef decorating a small, round cake with strawberries and white cream on a white plate, with another person holding a piping bag in the foreground.

Our Story

The Bishop’s Buttery is the fine dining restaurant at Cashel Palace, a restored Palladian manor dating back to 1732 and set beneath the Rock of Cashel in County Tipperary.

Located in the original kitchen of the Palace, the restaurant carries the spirit of a room that has been connected to hospitality for almost three centuries. Today, that heritage is expressed through modern Irish cuisine, precise service, seasonal ingredients and a deep respect for the Golden Vale.

Before it became one of Ireland’s most memorable fine dining rooms, The Bishop’s Buttery was the working kitchen of the Archbishop’s Palace.

Its vaulted ceiling, exposed stone, original flagstones and central fireplace recall the building’s earliest days, when the room was a place of preparation, warmth and gathering. The design honours that past while allowing the food, wine and hospitality to feel entirely of today.

Chefs Table & Private Dining

Chef’s Table
A bespoke, behind-the-scenes experience. The chef personally presents each course of the tasting menu, describing ingredient provenance and culinary intent. Sommelier Farrah Scanlan offers matching wines in tandem, and the service culminates with petit fours served by the kitchen team.

Private Dining
Ideal for refined gatherings, the entire room may be booked for up to 12 guests. Custom menus, wine selections, and styling elevate everything from corporate dinners to milestone celebrations.

The Experience

The cooking at The Bishop’s Buttery is rooted in Ireland and refined through technique.

The menus celebrate exceptional produce from Tipperary and beyond: ingredients selected for flavour, seasonality and connection to place. Classical foundations meet contemporary expression, resulting in dishes that are composed, generous and quietly confident.

The Bishop’s Buttery is part of the wider Cashel Palace experience: a five-star country house hotel, a Relais & Châteaux member, and a destination where food, heritage, gardens, spa, equine culture and Irish hospitality come together.

A visit may begin with a walk through the gardens, an aperitif in The Guinness Bar, or a stay overlooking the Rock of Cashel. But at The Bishop’s Buttery, the evening finds its centre.

For guests who travel for food, The Bishop’s Buttery offers a distinct taste of Tipperary: the Golden Vale on the plate, the Palace in the setting, and the warmth of Irish hospitality in the service.

It is a restaurant for slow evenings, special occasions, thoughtful wines and memorable conversations.

Book a Table

Elegant dining room with striped navy and white wallpaper, arched ceiling, and a long banquet table set for a formal dinner with white tablecloths, wine glasses, and floral centerpieces. Candles are lit along a sideboard, and there is a decorative wall with floral wallpaper and candles.

Elegant restaurant dining area with tables set with white tablecloths, wine glasses, and cutlery, featuring a brick archway with a fireplace and cozy lighting.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. The Bishop’s Buttery warmly welcomes non-resident guests as well as guests staying at Cashel Palace. Advance booking is recommended.
No. You do not need to stay overnight at Cashel Palace to dine at The Bishop’s Buttery. Non-resident guests are welcome for lunch, dinner, special occasions and private dining, subject to availability.
The Bishop’s Buttery is located within Cashel Palace in Cashel, County Tipperary, close to the Rock of Cashel.
The Bishop’s Buttery serves refined modern Irish cuisine shaped by seasonal produce, local provenance and the Golden Vale.
Yes. The Bishop’s Buttery is ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, romantic dinners, family celebrations, private dining and memorable dining experiences in County Tipperary.
Yes. The Bishop’s Buttery is located close to the Rock of Cashel, making it a natural choice for visitors planning a special lunch or dinner in the area.
Advance booking is strongly recommended, especially for weekends, special occasions and seasonal periods.
Yes, where possible. Please share allergies, intolerances or dietary requirements at the time of booking so the kitchen can prepare appropriately.
Yes. Wine pairings are available and can be enjoyed as part of the dining experience.
Item deYes. Dining vouchers are available and make a thoughtful gift for food lovers, anniversaries, birthdays and celebrations. These can be purchased directly from www.cashelpalacehotel.ie
Smart Casual is recommended for The Bishop’s Buttery, but there is no dress code that must be adhered to when dining in the restaurant.