The Bucks Head
		Alison Crothers   The bucks Head Inn Dundrum, Village TEL: 028 4375 1868 WEB: thebucksheadinn.co.uk   Lunch: 12pm - 2.30pm Tea: 5pm - 6.45pm Dinner: 7pm - 9.30pm Three Courses £23.50 Closed on Mondays from October-April Booking Essential

The Bucks Head Inn is situated in the historic village of Dundrum, home to one of Irelands finest Anglo-Norman castles.

Renowned for its warm welcome chef/proprietor Alison Crothers has combined local produce with modern and imaginative menus, which complemented by the extensive wine list have gained accolades from John and Sally McKenna's Bridgestone Guide, Georgina Campbell, A Taste of Ulster, Egon Ronay & Les Routiers.

This 18th century building has a cosy cherry panelled bar with open fire conducive to casual intimate dining, while the new contemporary restaurant looks out into a walled garden.

Signature dishes include Dundrum Bay Mussels Thai Style with Coconut Milk Chillies & Ginger; Pan Seared Monkfish Marinated in Citrus Juice & served with a Mussel & Cider Cream; Oven Roasted Hake Topped with a Pea & Pistachio Crust; Char Grilled Shark Steak on a Tomato & Aubergine Ratatouille.