Welcome to Helena’s at The Imperial Where Elegance Meets Culinary Excellence

We are thrilled to announce the upcoming arrival of Helena’s at The Imperial—our brand-new restaurant, set to redefine luxury dining in 2025. While our exciting rebranding journey is still underway, we invite you to continue savoring exquisite culinary experiences at our current establishment. Your taste for sophistication doesn’t have to wait, and we look forward to delighting you every step of the way.

Helena’s Restaurant at The Imperial Hotel

Step into the sophisticated world of Helena’s at The Imperial, a dining destination renowned for its impeccable fusion of timeless flavors and contemporary artistry. Nestled within the iconic Imperial Hotel, Helena’s offers a gastronomic journey that combines the finest local ingredients with global inspirations, creating dishes that are as visually stunning as they are delectable.

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Imperial Hotel, Cork
Picture: Miki Barlok

We Believe That Dining out is About More Than a Meal, It’s an Experience

Are you looking for a top spot to catch up with friends over delicious food and impressively original cocktails? Our restaurant offers Cork City’s best food, cocktails and wine. Enjoy mouth-watering dishes and an extensive range of wines in a vibrant and relaxed setting.

Escape, discover, and indulge in this botanical restaurant in the heart of Cork City and enjoy everything our restaurant has to offer including tasty food, beautiful drinks, and an oasis of informal charm.

Our Menus:

Our menus and prices change daily to ensure the best quality, locally sourced ingredients are used.

All menus are samples only, and subject to change.

Lunch Menu

Dinner Menu

Dessert Menu

Allergen Information:

Please inform us if you have allergies or special dietary requirements

Whilst we will do all we can to accommodate guests with food intolerances and allergies, we are unable to guarantee that dishes will be completely allergen-free.

About Our Restaurant

Helena’s is a heartfelt tribute to the owner of the Fitzgerald Group, Louis’, wife, a woman who exudes elegance, warmth, and grace. Her vibrant personality and her passion for hospitality are mirrored in every detail of the restaurant—from the welcoming atmosphere to the thoughtfully crafted dishes. Just as Helena herself is a light in the lives of those around her, Helena’s aims to be a bright, radiant dining experience that lights up the hearts of its guests.

Please note that opening hours may vary over Bank holidays & Public holidays

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Opening Times:

Breakfast
Monday – Friday: 7am – 10.30am
Saturday – Sunday: 7.30am – 11am

Lunch
Monday – Friday: 12-3.30pm
Saturday – Sunday: 12.30-3.30pm

Dinner
Monday – Thursday: 6pm-9pm
Friday – Saturday: 5.30pm-9.30pm
Sunday: 6-9pm