An Evening of Elegance

Dine by candlelight in the grand surroundings.

Dining, Reimagined

Enjoy a beautifully prepared meal in the historic dining room, where candlelight dances across antique silver
and conversation flows late into the evening.

Single place setting of salmon fishcake at Temple House

Private dining at Temple House is an experience unlike any other — intimate, refined, and deeply personal.

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply savouring a quiet evening with loved ones, every detail is carefully considered to make the night memorable.

The Experience

Beef dish at Temple House

Tailored Menus

Each menu is thoughtfully curated using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. We design a dining experience that reflects your tastes, working around any dietary requirements.

Dining Room Temple House

The Setting

Dine in the grandeur of the Temple House dining room — elegant high ceilings, family portraits, and an atmosphere that blends history with warmth and timeless elegance.

Champagne being poured in dining room

The Occasion

Perfect for anniversaries, intimate celebrations, or gatherings of close friends. Private dining is available by prior arrangement for in-house guests.

Our Culinary Philosophy

Every dish at Temple House reflects our commitment to simplicity, authenticity, and the pleasure of good company. Using local produce and seasonal inspiration, we create meals that are elegant yet unpretentious — a true reflection of country house hospitality.

We all enjoy good food but it is even better enjoyed together. Dinner at Temple House is a wonderful experience. Bring a group of friends, family or whoever and be seated around a huge mahogany table with views down the lake and an open fire cracking contentedly beside you. 

If you, a friend or a colleague have a special occasion coming up why not celebrate it at Temple House. Come stay for a couple of nights, or a week!
Chef Karol Kowalczyk will cater for anything from 12 to 150 with ease. 20-30 on one huge table. If need be some will stay in the cottage or  Sligo hotels, just a 20 min shuttle from here.  We’ll just shape the day accordingly. Exclusivity is really special.
Combine a stay with some touring or activities.
The best thing to do is to just ask! We would love to put something together for you.

Sample Dinner Menu

Menus are seasonal and vary each time – this is a sample
We take great care to source our ingredients as locally as possible, often mere metres from the dining room. We usually offer a set menu but are always pleased to cater for dietary requirements with advance notice. In other words, if there is something that you do not or cannot eat just tell us. (Sometimes a choice of main course can be selected in advance. We do do carry unnecessary stock and hate waste)

Starters

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Sundried Tomato and Black Olive Arancini Balls, Fresh Tomato and Basil Sauce (v) GFo
Stacked Aubergine with Spinach and Pea Risotto (v) GF
Irish Salmon Gravlax with a Balsamic Reduction and Cucumber-Pepper Salsa GF
Slow-Roasted Pork Belly, Silky Parsnip Purée, Pickled Baby Onions GF
Cod and Smoked Salmon Fish Cake with Wasabi Aioli and Crisp side Salad GFo
Pan Fried Mushroom with Seaweed Crumble, Pea and Mint Purée. (v) GF

Serrano Ham and Basil infused Melon.
Kings Prawns, Chorizo and Glazed Pear.

Roasted Butternut Squash and Goat Cheese Soup (v)
Traditional Irish Leek and Potato Soup 
(v)
Carrot, Ginger and Orange Soup 
(v)
Smooth and Creamy Celeriac Soup topped with Crispy Parmesan
Roasted Cauliflower and Cheddar Cheese Soup 
(v)
Green Pea, Mint and Roasted Almonds Soup 
(v)
Roasted Tomato and Pesto Croutons Soup 
(v)
Coconut Sweet Potatoes and Mild Curry Soup 
(v)

Mains

Choose: 2 including 1 vegetarian if required, otherwise 1.

Parma Ham Wrapped Chicken de Volaille with Creamy Parmesan Polenta, Sweet Glazed Carrot Ribbons
Slow Cooked Braised Beef Cheek, Fondant Potato, Tender Stem Broccoli, Red Wine Jus
Monkfish Fillet with a Rich Chorizo Beurre Blanc, Sweet Potato Gnocchi (add €5)
Seared Sea Bass with Sauce Verde, Fennel Salad, Dill Gnocchi
Pork Fillet Schnitzel, Buckwheat Asparagus Risotto, Caper and Black Olive Sauce
Red Pepper and Spinach Chicken Roulade with Scallion Mash, Green Bean Bundle, Red Pepper Sauce
Confit Duck Leg with Ginger and Orange Sauce, Braised Red Cabbage, Silesian Potato Noodles (add €3)
Pan-Seared Rainbow Trout, Sautéed Spinach, Steamed Broccoli, Seaweed Crisps, Silky Volute (add €4)
Sesame Salmon, Black Lentils, Sundried Tomato Ragu, Lemon Sauce (add €3)
Pan-Seared Celeriac, Crumbled Cashel Blue, Ginger Carrots (v)
Roasted Veg and Green Lentil Wellington, Glazed Parsnips, Mushroom Drizzle (v)
Crispy Potato Pancakes, Ratatouille (v)
Chive Ricotta and Lemon Spinach Lasagne, Garlic bread (v)

Pudding

Deconstructed Chocolate Apple Crumble, dehydrated Apple and Vanilla Ice Cream
Fresh Lemon Meringue Tart with Candied Lemon Zest
White Chocolate and Nutella Cheesecake
Granola Banoffee Tart with Vanilla Ice Cream
Salted Caramel Panna Cotta and Ginger Bread
Baked Coconut and Meringue Cheesecake, Blueberry Compote
Tunisian Orange Cake and Lime Crème Fraîche GF

Dietary requirements are not a problem, with advance notice.

3 courses from €67
Children
 can have a simpler option if required. 21 euro
Sample:
Pasta, separate tomato sauce, separate grated cheese, with/out chicken
Chicken Goujons and Chips
Sausages and Chips
Fish Fingers, Mashed Potato and Peas
Spaghetti Bolognese
 
Veg optional!
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Brownie
Ice Cream
We have a wine list and an honesty bar, so that’s sorted!
Light Lunch
Homemade Soup
Irish Cheese Board
Homemade Soda Bread
Local Organic Green Salad
Tea/Coffee
€24
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As a family, my husband and I, along with our immediate families celebrated a very special occasion in Temple House. From initial organising, Roderick was most helpful to me in all the planning. As for the weekend that we spent there, it was the most memorable for us as a family spending valuable time together, sharing stories and making new memories. The staff were very kind and helpful. The food was just right. The house itself was amazing. The setting was stunning. One of our youngest children said how she enjoyed staying all together in the giant house. Thanks again for making our special occasion so memorable Sharon & Jeff Amber
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Fabulous grounds Central location Staff are friendly and knowledgeable about the area Spectacular experience all round Would highly recommend

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Thank you very much.
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Cathy Newton
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What can I say! We stayed in temple house for two nights, with our family for our wedding which took place in Juniper Barn. From start to finish we enjoyed our stay - we received such a warm welcome and our whole group loved the house - so much history! Roderick was fantastic - it’s an amazing spot as they are there when needed but they also leave you to it to enjoy the house. We had dinner on one night, the food was amazing and the bar was fantastic! Thank you so much to Roderick and Helena for an incredible few days, if your thinking of booking it do it!

Owner's reply
'our whole group loved the house' Cathy and Tom, thank you for choosing TH! It really does work very well pre wedding. It's sociable and relaxed with good food too.
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Aj “AJH Art” Higgins
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Lovely venue for a private event/celebration! Very fancy and special place. We throughly enjoyed our stay. The dogs were lovely and the owners were very friendly! We left two chargers and Roderick & Helena kindly posted them back to us across the country! Would reccomend and would love to come back!

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"Lovely venue for a private event/celebration" You got it one - thank you.
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Sarah Hall
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We recently hosted a special event in Temple House and from the moment we arrived everything was perfect and we were made to feel welcome and at home in these stunning surroundings. The house itself is amazing, spotlessly clean and lovingly restored. The food was sensational and Roderick and his team were simply wonderful. If you need a venue for any occasion I couldn’t recommend Temple House more! We feel very lucky to have spent a weekend in such a historical and beautiful home and it is something that our group will talk about for a very long time.

Owner's reply
'spotlessly clean and lovingly restored' It's a labour of love and the job is never done. Thank you.
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Joyce Slaney
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Had an amazing stay at Temple House for our daughter’s wedding. We had everything booked, including the Cottage. It was a perfect experience. The grounds, the rooms, the house itself need to be seen to understand just how gorgeous the estate is. Every detail was taken care of for the 2 night stay by Roderick and his staff. The food was beyond incredible. Rooms were so beautiful- most with attached bathrooms. You could wander the grounds and get lost in their splendour. We are so very grateful to Temple House for making our daughter’s wedding pure magic.

Owner's reply
"a perfect experience" It really is supposed to be an experience. Thank you, Joyce.
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Jeff P
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Just got married at Temple House. I would give 10 stars if I could. Spectacular building, gorgeous estate, Roderick is an incredible host, the staff are wonderful, the food is incredible. I cannot say enough good things about Temple House. We came from Canada and are already planning to come back. Torontonians - if you want a luxury wedding and to not have to take out a mortgage to do so, Temple House is where to be.

Owner's reply
"planning to come back" We like that sort of testimonial - thank you both. It was fun.
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Steve McWalters
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What a memorable place to stay; the accommodation, grounds and food were excellent. Roderick was a wonderful host and the staff were helpful and friendly. An experience we will never forget.

Owner's reply
'an experience ' Thank you! Enjoy the rest of your trip up the Wild Atlantic Way.
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Stacey Kerr
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We had the most perfect wedding at Temple House. With incredible weather, we had an outdoor ceremony at the end of April. The outdoor gardens and surrounding area are beautiful, the perfect setting for a magical day. We felt at ease as Roderick and George had everything completely under control. Roderick made planning the wedding day easy, with expert advice and suggestions. The house is stunning and completely private to the wedding party.The dining room is incredible for breakfast, and our wedding day meal, with high ceilings and big windows to let in lots of light. The newly refurbished bar is like it's own cosy speakeasy at one end of the house, and the many sitting-rooms with comfortable couches are perfect areas to sit down for a chat, or lounge in front of a fireplace. Being able to arrive the day before with our families to get settled and relaxed was ideal. The 10 rooms in the house for immediate family and friends are beautiful and very comfortable. The food was also amazing, with special care given to all dietary requirements of guests. All staff couldn't have been more attentive to us and all of our guests. Highly recommend, could not think of a better wedding venue!

Owner's reply
"expert advice and suggestions" It was a wonderful two days. Thank you for choosing Temple House for your celebration. R.
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We celebrated my sister’s hen party recently in the most gorgeous, idyllic setting of Temple House! Roderick was extremely helpful in the run up and during the weekend. He got back to all my queries really quickly and was extremely flexible with additional requests. He provided great contacts for hen party activities including a yoga session and sauna on the estate making organisation a breeze! We enjoyed a beautiful lunch and 3 course meal in the dining room which was spectacular! The bar provided the perfect spot for late night entertainment and music. An extremely special and incomparable location! Would highly recommend for a special event!

Owner's reply
'An extremely special and incomparable location' Thanks Lisa. It was a fun weekend.

Celebrate a special occasion or simply treat yourself to a private evening of fine food & unforgettable atmosphere.