Kathy BonnerJune 2026 · via Google
★★★★★
Food was decent and nicely served. It had a good flavor ,just one of my chicken strips was tough.
French · Cobh, Co. Cork
O'Shea's Bistro Cobh
Open now Closes at 20:45 4.1 on Google · 194 reviews
Opening hours
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Open now
Closes at 20:45
| Monday | 12:30 – 20:45 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:30 – 20:45 |
| Wednesday | 12:30 – 20:45 |
| Thursday | 12:30 – 20:45 |
| Friday today | 12:30 – 20:45 |
| Saturday | 12:30 – 20:45 |
| Sunday | 12:30 – 20:45 |
Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.
Full hours & directions4 Westbourne Pl, Ballyvoloon, Cobh, Co. Cork, P24 WR60
- CuisineFrench
- Price€€€
- Phone+353 21 481 1277
- Nearest stationCobh Station · 310 m
About O'Shea's Bistro
On 4 Westbourne Pl in Cobh, O'Shea's Bistro is a French restaurant serving locals and visitors alike. French bistro classics — from steak frites to crème brûlée — shape the menu.
The nearest well-known landmark is Heritage Centre, approximately 230 m on foot (3 min). Arriving by train? Cobh Station is 310 m away, about 4 minutes on foot. It is one of 53 places to eat we list in Cobh. Its immediate neighbour is The Harbour Grill.
Doors are open daily, 12:30pm to 8:45pm. Its public Google rating stands at 4.1 stars (194 reviews), with recent reviewers most often mentioning tasty food, seafood and guinness & pints.
Key facts
| Cuisine | French |
|---|---|
| Type | Restaurant |
| Price guide | €€€ (upscale) |
| Google rating | 4.1 / 5 from 194 reviews |
| Address | 4 Westbourne Pl, Ballyvoloon, Cobh, Co. Cork, P24 WR60 |
| Eircode | P24 WR60 |
| Phone | +353 21 481 1277 |
| Open | 7 days a week · 58 hours in total |
| Nearest station | Cobh Station (310 m) |
| Nearby landmark | Heritage Centre (230 m) |
| From Dublin city centre | 216 km |
| Coordinates | 51.84981, -8.29602 |
At a glance
Services & amenities at O'Shea's Bistro
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Assistive hearing loop
Details as published on the venue's public business listing; they can change, so confirm anything essential with the restaurant.
Menu highlights
What to order at O'Shea's Bistro
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€12
French Onion Soup
Gruyère croûton
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€38
Steak Frites
Irish striploin, béarnaise, pommes frites
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€13.50
Goat's Cheese Tart
Caramelised onion, walnut
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€11.50
Profiteroles
Hot chocolate sauce
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€11.50
Tarte Tatin
Crème fraîche
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€11.50
Crème Brûlée
Vanilla bean
Typical dishes and approximate prices for this style of restaurant. The restaurant's own menu and prices may differ.
Estimated busy times
Usually busiest around 6pm on Fridays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for french venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 12:30 – 20:45
- Sunset in Cobh today: 19:09
- Best time for a quieter table: 4pm or after 8pm
- One of 53 places to eat in Cobh
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Reviews
What recent reviewers mention most:
Tasty foodSeafoodGuinness & pints
Andrew VertsonSeptember 2026 · via Google
★★★★★
A quaint little place that is comfortable and quiet. The food was quick and quite delicious!
Jessica ReschJune 2026 · via Google
★★★★★
Food was decent. We stopped here for dinner on our way through. The clam chowder was a MUST try, simply delicious. The chicken Kiev and fish were also good. The service was okay, we felt we had to track our waiter down when we needed things. Overall, good though.
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Write the first reviewQuestions & answers
Where is O'Shea's Bistro?
O'Shea's Bistro is located at 4 Westbourne Pl, Ballyvoloon, Cobh, Co. Cork, P24 WR60. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
Is O'Shea's Bistro open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays the listed hours are 12:30 – 20:45.
What time does O'Shea's Bistro close tonight?
It is open right now and closes at 20:45 (Irish time).
What other restaurants are near O'Shea's Bistro?
The closest alternatives are The Harbour Grill (10 m), Kelly's Bar (30 m) and Seasalt (50 m).
How is O'Shea's Bistro rated?
O'Shea's Bistro has a rating of 4.1 out of 5 on Google, based on 194 public reviews. Reviewers often mention tasty food, seafood and guinness & pints.
What is the nearest train station?
Cobh Station is about 310 m away, roughly 4 minutes on foot.
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