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A truly magnificent restaurant in Westport renowned for fine dining and the superb quality of its cuisine and wine list. La Fougère, which has just been awarded Two AA Rosettes for culinary excellence offers a discreet professional service, welcoming and ambiance.
With table d'hôte, à la carte and tasting menus to choose from, Knockranny House Hotel & Spa’s team of chefs headed by Mr.Seamus Commons places high emphasis on fresh seafood and the finest local ingredients. La Fougère also hosts regular themed events such as the upcoming 'Shellfish & Seafood Weekend' on May 14th & 15th, the Taste Knockranny showcase of local produce and game nights in season.
Head Chef Seamus Commons has been widely recognised for his outstanding talent having been awarded the title of ‘Best Chef in Connaught’ by Food & Wine Magazine in 2009. In addition to this he has received a glowing review in the most recent edition of the Bridgestone Irish Food Guide. Author John McKenna refers Seamus as “one of the great chefs of his generation” stating that "Cooking in Knockranny is going to cement his reputation as one of the most gifted cooks at work in Ireland. “Mr. Commons puts more detail into a single dish than most chefs put into an entire dinner menu”.
