Have been in the area 5 days and we have already stopped at Veldons twice. And I'm certain we will…read morestop a few times more! The atmosphere is warm and cozy, but the staff is what really makes this establishment shine. Noel makes everyone feel welcome. And the waitstaff is amazing (and funny to boot...that means you James). Everything we have ordered has been top-notch with large portions. You will not leave hungry! From the scallops, lamb stew to their burger...everything has been delicious. We are incredibly appreciative of how welcoming everyone at Veldons has been on our visits...including the other customers we have chatted with. Veldons is a true gem.

Truly a great find along route N59 close to Connemara Park. A great meal to have before or after a…read morehike. It may look quiet from the outside but if they're open it's busy on the inside. With a variety of food offerings and selection of creamy pints, my family enjoyed our experience. Our waitstaff was able to accommodate all needs. They do have daily specials, however they were out of the cottage pie and breaded cod dinners when we ate at 12:30. 'Twas a bit early to be out of food, especially when my father was looking forward to the cottage pie.

They have fish and chips down to a science. They even had sting ray which I've never seen before. I…read moregot the cod and an order of chips. If you come with someone, you could easily share the portion of.chips. they're thick cut and very potato y. Neither the fish nor the chips were oil laden as they often can be. The food comes out piping hot. Add your own salt, vinegar and pepper at the table.

We went looking for this place and it has closed- I'm not sure how there was a review 24 days ago!…read more They probably went to Mannion's like we did after not finding it. Delicious food! And the fish and chips were spot on.

A mile or so (technically a couple of kilometers) from the Cliffs of Moher is the Stonecutters…read moreKitchen. A wonderfully picturesque bistro with spectacular views of the County Claire countryside along the Wild Atlantic Way. From the 100-year-old cottage that the restaurant is situated to the beautiful patio and deck around it, Stonecutters provides the ideal scenery if you're visiting the area when you want to enjoy some delicious cuisine. We started with a bottle of Sangiovese while I noshed on some homemade brown soda bread, which was divine with Irish butter. The seafood tagliatelle was delicious and creamy that I savored every bite between the mussels and prawns and squid. The banofee dessert was magical between the biscuit on the bottom topped with bananas and drizzled with caramel and topped with ice cream. Enjoying our meal amidst the glorious setting was equally as memorable, if not more. No pictures can do justice to just how breathtaking it is to enjoy a meal in such a beautiful setting. Stonecutters is an ideal choice to enjoy dinner that has endless amounts of scenery to enjoy a wonderful outdoor dining experience.

This has to be the place that coined the term "cozy" for real estate sales. Upon entering, you are…read morestanding next to the guest log book in the main dining room with around half a dozen tables & there's a "children's" dining room to the left: 3 tables, a high chair and a few toys. The bright yellow house, turned restaurant is easy to spot on the way to/from the Cliffs of Moher. You pull in to a small playground and a friendly dog roaming the grounds. This place is unusually kid-friendly, while not being child-centric, particularly given the size. By that, I mean, on entering the public toilet area, there is a nifty baby changing station - WITH supplies. Anyone who's had a child can relate this to a restroom having toilet paper! I found it to have very thoughtful touches like that, the special room & playground equipment - I also heard staff tell a patron that the kids get a toy to keep with their meal. I didn't view the kids menu, tho I heard a parent talking about some options with her child, including fish & every child's favorite fun food "spaghetti"! Adults were not forgotten- there were candles on the table and nicely plated meals and home-style options, with a lovely selection of wine and beet to choose from. The service was friendly and helpful- food was well seasoned and properly cooked: fingerling potatoes were crisp outside and tender inside. I wish we'd skipped attempting the cafe at the cliffs all together & just started here!!

Fantastic harbor front pub and restaurant with deliciously fresh seafood, chowder, and well stocked…read morebar. Cozy and warm, turf fueled fireplace which smelled incredible. We sat in the pub and loved every minute. We had the seafood chowder, seaweed hummus, and crab claws cooked in garlic butter. Guinness was poured to perfection. Really good food, great drinks, ambiance with warmth and a harbor view. The service was outstanding. Excellent spot to revive after a drive on the sky road. Slainte!

Excellent food and hospitality. In busy season you may have to wait a little longer. Well worth the…read morewait A classic seafood house

After a hike in the Connemara national park, I was famished. My friend drove to Clifden and asked…read moreme to choose a restaurant of my liking. It was almost 4:00 pm and some restaurants were ready to serve dinner. I saw Mitchell's was to serve lunch until 4:30 pm. So we went. The servers and the manager (could be the owner) were very friendly and quick. Both my friend and I ordered the Hereford beef burger. I ordered a seafood chowder and pistachio cake for dessert. The chowder truly hit the spot. It wasn't thick and full of seafood. The burger was good, but I think the fries cut was too thick. It was nice the burger came with a small salad, which we didn't know and my friend ordered a small side salad. So we ended up with lots of salad. The fresh cream on the dessert plate was delicious. It went well with the pistachio cake. However, it was a bit hard to taste the pistachio. We chatted up with a couple who bike to Clifden once a year and they always come to Mitchell's for lunch, especially for the seafood chowder and crème brûler. High praise indeed. Highly recommend this place. I picked the right place.

This is a charming restaurant. We came without a reservation but were quite happy they had room…read morefor us upstairs. The upstairs is just as delightful as the downstairs. The food was really great. Super fresh seafood prepared perfectly. We enjoyed-- and ate! -- every bite! We also found the prices quite reasonable considering how nice the place was and the quality of the food.

We were on a Paddywagon bus tour and we stopped behind the Frantic Chef for lunch. We had a 45…read moreminute window. I asked our guide if there were any other restaurants in town, he said "no". While waiting in line at the Frantic Chef, I googled this place and a few more, it was only a 3 minute walk. We ordered fish and chips and the seafood chowder. The chowder and zero flavor, but was packed with fresh fish. The fish and chips were awesome, fresh as usual in Ireland, but very light and flaky, a top 3 for us. They were able to get us in and out, but we had to ask 3 times for water, and it was unseasonably warm. The decor was combo Irish pub/ Nautical.

Celebrated our engagement dinner here after the cliffs of Moher. Came in on a recommendation, and…read morewas not disappointed. Fabulous service and lovely food. Helped us celebrate a very special day!

One of my favorite stops in Galway!!!! I went for my NYE dinner on vacation and i am SO happy I…read moredid. Probably the highlight of my trip. The waitress was an absolute gem and so sweet. The food was TOOOOO GOOD!!!! I legit was going out after and was BURSTING bc I couldn't let a beautiful crumb go to waste! The inside was very nicely decorated, cozy and chic!

Hooked came highly recommended so we decided to give them a go. We took a chance and walked over…read morewithout a reservation so we waited quite a long time (close to an hour outside, as there wasn't a good place to wait indoors) so I recommend making a booking if you can. We were eventually seated at a communal table which did end up being a lot of fun as we met two sisters traveling together and a young couple on a birthday trip. We had a lot of fun talking with everyone and comparing travel notes. Service was fast and the food was good... fresh and tasty... but I did think that portions were a bit small for the price. With the exception of dessert which was quite a lot and good for sharing.

May 20, 2018 3PM late lunch for 2. Parking-Poor at best on…read morestreet. Ambiance - Excellent Staff - Excellent Waitress - Excellent....fast...polite...& extremely efficient. Food - Superior Seafood Chowder...the finest I've ever had. Loads of chunky fish, 3 shrimp, 3 clams....stacked over the top of the bowl. 9 Euros. Grilled cheese sandwich with chips (french fries)...very good.

Stopped at the Lobster pot just on spec as our original choice was closed ! We were very…read morepleasantly surprised! The Fish & Chips was one of the best I have ever had . My friend hD the Prawn open sandwich which was equally as good and we both finished with the apple crumble !! What a way to finish !! The waitress was so friendly which added to our experience , Will definitely call again.

Our dishes at this restaurant were some of the best we have had all trip. My wife had one of the…read morespecials, sea bass with Mediterranean vegetables and mashed potatoes. The sea bass had a special Mediterranean style sauce. It also came with a side salad. She really enjoyed it. I had salmon from the menu and it was equally good. It too came with vegetables and a sauce that could be poured over the salmon. They heated the plates so the food stayed hot the entire meal. Service was very attentive. If there was a downside, it is that the restaurant was crowded and noisy. Parking was right off the road snd the spaces were small. We may return here tonight for another meal.

Omg the seafood chowder at this restaurant was the best in our travels through Ireland. It is…read morecertainly a meal of its own. I also ordered the mussels with a white wine/ garlic sauce and I am still thinking about it LOL. Staff was kind but could have been more engaging. Atmosphere is super cool- lots too see and look at on the walls. Menu is extensive and I would say the food at this place is AMAZING. Must do restaurant a short drive from the main downtown of Westport.

Had the salmon and boxty starter that came with a salad. Very tasty, and good boxty! My husband had…read moreseafood chowder- a nice hearty soup with good flavor. Friendly service and quick. Banofee pie was also very good.

Seafood chowder with a slice of great brown bread. Not too thick and not too thin broth. Good sized…read morechunks of seafood and lots of it. More seafood flavor than cream. Salmon with Boxie very good raw salmon and very good boxie bread. Banoffee medium thick Carmell , thinly sliced bananas but some placed on top. Good banana flavor. Nice balance of ingredients. Cinnamon dusted on the plate.