About Bramley Restaurant

Bramley Restaurant is an award-winning neighbourhood restaurant nestled in the heart of Abbeyleix. Guided by husband & wife team Sam & Emily Moody, our restaurant embodies a blend of elegant warmth & timeless charm, thoughtfully restored to honour the building’s historic roots while creating a relaxed, inviting atmosphere.
Bramley celebrates the richness of Irish cuisine, featuring the finest local produce from Laois and beyond. Our simple yet diverse menu is shaped by the seasons, bringing a fresh and exciting dining experience to each guest. Whether joining us for lunch or dinner, our friendly & knowledgeable team is here to ensure every meal feels effortlessly enjoyable.

We’re honoured to be featured in the prestigious Michelin Guide and delighted to welcome back many returning guests. Our recent awards inspire us to continue delivering excellence in every aspect​

Our Awards

2025 Best Restaurant in Laois
2025 Best Restaurant Manager in Laois- Kasia Urban
2024  OpenTable Diners Choice Award
2024 Irish Times inclusion in 100 Great Restaurants, Cafes & Places to Eat
2024 Best Overall Dining Experience – Midlands 103 Hospitality Awards
2023 Overall Best Restaurant of the Year – Midlands Hospitality Awards
2023 Best Fine Dine Restaurant of the Year – Midlands Hospitality Awards
2023 Diners’ Choice Winner – Open Table
2023 Newcomer of the Year – Georgina Campbell Irish Food & Hospitality Awards​
​At Bramley, we welcome everyone seeking an exceptional dining experience with the warmth of Irish hospitality. Join us to discover exceptional simplicity and heartfelt service in every dish and every moment.
“There’s an endearing quality to this characterful restaurant run by a young, friendly team and set inside a former garage and shop. The cooking champions the County Laois larder and other Irish produce, in satisfying dishes with tried-and-tested flavour combinations. At dinner, choose from the concise à la carte or sample the kitchen’s full range of talents with the 7 course tasting menu. Lunchtime is a slightly simpler affair and features daily specials.”
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Art at Bramley

Erica Devine
​We are proud to showcase the work of Wicklow-based artist Erica Devine throughout our restaurant. Erica's art celebrates the beauty of local flora through plaster cast creations, carefully crafted using blooms, grasses, and leaves from Leinster. Her pieces capture stunning textures, light, and shadow, creating dramatic and organic forms that are both captivating and serene.
All of Erica's art is available for purchase. Her works are intentionally framed without glass to allow the textures and interplay of light and shadow to shine through. To learn more, you can scan the QR codes displayed under her pieces in the restaurant, or pick up one of her information cards.
Erica also offers bespoke commissions and creates beautiful products like soaps and candles. For more about her art and services, visit her website or contact her directly:
Website: ericadevine.com
Email: ericadevineplasterart@gmail.com


Nadia Rice
​We also collaborate with Nadia Rice, a talented illustrator originally from Laois and now based in Cork. Nadia has designed the stunning motifs and illustrations that feature across our stationery. While her work is not for sale through the restaurant, her art is a testament to her creativity and connection to our roots.
Discover more:
Instagram: @nadiariceartist