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Oskars, Waterford City Centre
Irish food typical of Oskars
Irish food typical of Oskars

Irish · Waterford City Centre, Co. Waterford

Oskars Pub Waterford City Centre

Open now Closes at 00:00 4.3 on Google · 830 reviews

Opening hours

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Open now Closes at 00:00
Weekly opening hours for Oskars
Monday12:00 – 22:00
Tuesday12:00 – 22:00
Wednesday12:00 – 22:00
Thursday12:00 – 22:00
Friday today12:00 – 00:00
Saturday12:00 – 00:00
Sunday12:00 – 22:00

Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.

Full hours & directions

Unit 5, Oskars, Ballinakill Shopping Centre, Dunmore Rd, Ballynakill, Waterford, X91 AW72

  • CuisineIrish
  • Price€€
  • Phone+353 51 855 057
  • Nearest stationWaterford Plunkett Station · 4.4 km
  • SeatingOutdoor tables
  • ServiceTakeaway
  • AccessWheelchair friendly

About Oskars

Oskars is an Irish pub and kitchen on Unit 5, Ballinakill Shopping Centre, Dunmore Rd in Waterford City Centre, Co. Waterford. Traditional Irish dishes sit alongside modern plates built on local produce.

Waterford Castle is around 1.5 km away, so it pairs well with a visit there. Waterford City Centre has 242 restaurants, cafés and takeaways in our guide, and this is one of them. The closest neighbouring restaurant is Slice Wood Fire Pizza, 30 m away.

Facilities recorded for this venue include takeaway, delivery, outdoor seating, table reservations and wheelchair access. It is listed as catering for vegan and vegetarian diets. It opens seven days a week. The earliest start is noon on Monday, and the latest close is midnight on Friday. Diners rate it 4.3/5 on Google across 830 reviews. Budget about €10–20 per person.

Key facts

CuisineIrish
TypePub and kitchen
Price guide€€ (mid-range)
Typical spend€10–20 per person
Google rating4.3 / 5 from 830 reviews
Good for kidsYes
ParkingYes
AddressUnit 5, Oskars, Ballinakill Shopping Centre, Dunmore Rd, Ballynakill, Waterford, X91 AW72
EircodeX91 AW72
Phone+353 51 855 057
TakeawayYes
DeliveryYes
Outdoor seatingYes
ReservationsYes
Wheelchair accessYes
Vegetarian optionsYes
Vegan optionsYes
Wi-FiYes
Open7 days a week · 74 hours in total
Nearest stationWaterford Plunkett Station (4.4 km)
Nearby landmarkWaterford Castle (1.5 km)
From Dublin city centre135 km
Coordinates52.24104, -7.06727

At a glance

Services & amenities at Oskars

Service

  • Outdoor seating
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Dining

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Outside food allowed
  • Seating
  • Table service

On the menu

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Food
  • Food at bar
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Spirits

Highlights

  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
  • Great wine list
  • Quiz night
  • Rooftop seating
  • Sport

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Toilet
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Quiet
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free of charge street parking
  • Free parking lot

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 Oskars

Full menu
  • Black Pudding Salad

    Clonakilty black pudding, poached egg, apple and mustard dressing

    €10
  • Soup of the Day

    Freshly made daily, served with brown bread and Irish butter

    V

    €6.50
  • Fish & Chips

    Beer-battered cod, hand-cut chips, mushy peas, tartare sauce

    €18
  • Roast of the Day

    Carved roast with seasonal vegetables, roast potatoes and gravy

    €19.50
  • Chicken Supreme

    Pan-roasted chicken, smoked bacon, mushroom and white wine cream

    €22
  • Chocolate Brownie

    Warm brownie with salted caramel ice cream

    V

    €7

Typical dishes and approximate prices for this style of pub and kitchen. The restaurant's own menu and prices may differ.

Estimated busy times

Usually busiest around 7pm on Fridays.

Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for irish venues — not live data.

Good to know

  • Today is — hours: 12:00 – 00:00
  • Sunset in Waterford City Centre today: 19:04
  • Best time for a quieter table: 5pm or after 9pm
  • One of 242 places to eat in Waterford City Centre

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Reviews

4.3/5 on Google · 830 reviews

Francisco AlmeidaMarch 2026 · via Google
★★★★★

OK place. Reasonable prices, wife and I ordered burgers. Not impressed, cheap cheap cheap, you can find better quality ingredients at a chipper. Place needs TLC. Staff were nice thought.

Keith HickeyJune 2026 · via Google
★★★★★

Excellent place place for some food service was great food was nice, only down size was I say we arrived late and some food you knew was under the heater a while if got from carvey but anything fresh Excellent.

Marie Sheridan2020 · via Google
★★★★★

The food is gorgeous. The staff are very professional, friendly and efficient.

Read all 5 reviews

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Questions & answers

Where is Oskars?

Oskars is located at Unit 5, Oskars, Ballinakill Shopping Centre, Dunmore Rd, Ballynakill, Waterford, X91 AW72. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

Is Oskars open on Sunday?

Yes. On Sundays the listed hours are 12:00 – 22:00.

What time does Oskars close tonight?

It is open right now and closes at 00:00 (Irish time).

Does Oskars do takeaway?

Yes, takeaway is available.

Is Oskars wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the venue is recorded as wheelchair accessible.

Can I book a table at Oskars?

Yes. Reservations are accepted — call +353 51 855 057 to book.

What other restaurants are near Oskars?

The closest alternatives are Slice Wood Fire Pizza (30 m), Stupa Asian Restaurant (30 m) and Milan Woodfire Pizza (40 m).

How is Oskars rated?

Oskars has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 on Google, based on 830 public reviews.

How much does a meal at Oskars cost?

Most diners report spending about €10–20 per person.

Is Oskars good for children?

Yes — it is listed as family friendly and offers a kids' menu.

What is the nearest train station?

Waterford Plunkett Station is about 4.4 km away, around 8 minutes by car.

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