Welcome to Mara…
What was formerly known as The Old Couch Café has been reborn as Mara, retaining its predecessor's quirky vibe and bijou space. Chef-Owner Luis Martin has both passion and ambition in abundance, largely working alone in the kitchen and serving his dishes in the cosy, well-lit room to just six tables. His well-balanced cooking incorporates locally foraged produce alongside a few influences from his native Spain, such as ajo blanco or cod buñuelo; the cep tiramisu, meanwhile, has become something of a signature.”
Michelin Guide
Irish Coast Meets Cantabria
Cooking Classes at Mara
Join Chef Luis Martin for a hands-on cooking class where modern Irish coastal ingredients meet the bold flavours of northern Spain. You’ll learn to cook seasonal dishes in a relaxed, small-group setting—perfect for curious home cooks who want to sharpen their skills and explore vibrant new techniques.
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Mara Gift Voucher
Delight a loved one, thank a colleague or impress a client with a Mara gift voucher. Can be used for a meal or for cooking classes.
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Spanish Navidad Dinner Cooking Class - 19th November
Try something new this Christmas and learn how to prepare a stunning Spanish-inspired Christmas dinner.
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European Dinner Series: Danish Christmas Classics - December 10th
Step into the charm of a traditional Danish Christmas dinner with a menu that’s both rustic and refined.
A taste of Local
Mara partners with barefoot farm
Mara Restaurant, is proud to announce a new partnership with Barefoot Farm in Dunhill. A collaboration which will see all of the vegetables used in the restaurant sourced from Barefoot Farms.