Our Vrbo host recommended West Wing for dinner. We stopped in and enjoyed our meal. The restaurant…read moreis clean and welcoming. The service was efficient. The food was fresh and tasty. We left with full and happy tummies!

Lovely place to stop. Food was delious. Would definitely recommend the West wing. Will call again…read moresoon.

We had breakfast and dinner here during our stay, and overall, it's a beautiful dining room with…read moreprofessional friendly service. The historical aspect of this part of the castle is particularly interesting, and we appreciated the history lesson given to us by our dinner server. The decor is in a similar style to the rest of the castle and is beautiful, extravagant, and well kept. Service was friendly but very slow for both meals. They have gluten-free options making ordering, if you're celiac, quite easy. Food was beautifully presented, and everything was good, but nothing really blew us away as far as our experiences with gourmet fine dining goes. It was all done well and innovative, but flavors were unexciting. Plating was marvelous. Prices are high. Breakfast was nice and came with our room due to how we booked. There was a mix-up with my food, and by the time I got my plate, my husband had been done eating for some time. It was a good breakfast, tho. Overall, it was a nice dining room of a caliber you would expect in this type of hotel.

We had our last night at the castle dinner at George V dining room. The name comes from the…read morehistoric event when George V visited Ashford castle when he was a prince of wales in 1905 and Guinness family named the dining room for his honor. Elegant interior, feeling of being a royalty. We decided to do a la cart. I ordered doonbeg crab which was delicious, my BF had mushroom which presented like an art piece and taste like one as well. We both ordered cod and it was crispy outside and soft inside, just the way I like it. For dessert, I had apricot soufflé which was yummy. Must try restaurant when you are in Ashford Castle or near by.

Lovely place adjacent to Ashford castle. My husband had Peri Peri chicken which I thought was…read morestrange at a seafood restaurant but it was delicious. Probably the best chicken we've ever tasted. South African flavors dominate their menu and they're seriously good. The chicken was moist and meaty and the spice rub was perfection. Slightly spicy without being over powering. I had the seafood chowder that they bring with delicious brown bread and an extra serving of the chowder on the side. I couldn't finish it even with hubbys help. The wait staff is attentive and kind. Good win selection as well. Cottage is warm and inviting with a large fireplace centered perfectly. Ashford castle must have tipped them off that we had just celebrated an anniversary as they brought us a delicious dessert that we were way too full to eat so they graciously boxed it up for us. The whole atmosphere of the castle and the cottage as well as Cong Village is picture postcard Ireland. Quaint and definitely worth a visit!

This is a more relaxed alternative to dining in the Ashford castle (George V dining experience for…read moreexample is much more formal) and this endearing thatched roofed cottage reminds the visitor of a fishing village house with a boat suspended right inside the seating area above the bar The strength is definitely seafood The seafood chowder is very creamy and really quite a substantial appetizer I tried the lobster and prawn risotto which has baby fennel, celery, and Parmesan crisps. I held the panchetta. The saffron is not really visible in the seafood pappardelle but it is also a heavy dish indeed Very creamy (that is definitely the theme!) with mussels, prawns, clams, samphire garlic with estate chilli and lemon cream) The service is prompt, courteous and informed. They are very well versed about the nuances of the dishes on the menu A short walk from the castle if you're staying there, just across the bridge It may help to hold the amount of cream to let the seafood stand on its own a bit in my humble non-expert opinion

Stopped by for lunch and I am sure glad we did. They have a nice selection of beer and cider on…read moredraft. I ordered a Carlsberg and Niki a Cider. For lunch she ordered mushroom pasta and I got the smoked salmon and salad. Pur order was delivered promptly and Niki was very happy with her pasta. The smoked salmon was cold and perfectly smoked and plentiful. The salad was very nice and came with a very light vinegrette. The Irish brown bread is always a star on the plate and the quality butter in Ireland just makes it that much better. Stop by and enjoy a meal, a drink, or both.

Lovely staff and patrons. Had a hot whiskey for the first time and it was just what this Miami girl…read moreneeded to survive this cold weather.

My big sister who married an Irishman raved about this restaurant and so we knew we had to have…read moredinner here at least once while in the area. We happened to be here the first time on a Sunday, which is the evening when they have an open mic night of sorts - what a delight! There was a continuous stream of local fanfare and traditional Irish music playing for hours on end. We didn't want to leave after our meal so we stayed on in the lounge area up front next to the musicians to enjoy the scene up close and personal. The food was phenomenal - a bit on the pricey end but of the highest quality imaginable. We loved every bite from the soups to the salad, to the seafood. I'm so glad we were able to enjoy this restaurant a couple of times while we were staying in the area. It really is the best food around here! And the folks who work here and run the place were really friendly - Ireland is already one of the most hospitable places I've ever been to but this place really does well by its patrons, too!

Such a lovely place to bring your family and enjoy an Irish meal with a pint or two. Very friendly…read moreservice and live music in the evenings. Highly recommended!

The Boat Inn was a welcome haven on a long road trip across Ireland. Coming from Dublin, on our…read moreway through Connemara, we were fading fast, intimidated by the speed and size of small country roads and realizing we needed to eat before going to our Airbnb for the night. A drive through the tiny, quaint main street of Oughterard told us we were in the right spot. We found street parking and after perusing the prices of a few places, decided the the restaurant of Boat Inn was affordable and welcoming. The dining room was mostly locals (a good sign) and we ordered the fish and chips plate. It had a great presentation and came with delicious, not overly oily fish, chips, mushy peas (well seasoned) and two types of salad-a crunchy, creamy Cole slaw, and a spinach salad. Very filling, and probably the best fish and chips we tried on our 2 week tour of Ireland and Scotland. The severs were also very friendly and on the attentive side, and even helped us out with the tricky pronunciation of the small town. We went on our way, bellies full and countenance brightened, ready for the rest of the drive. If I'm through that area again, I won't hesitate to stop for another meal or perhaps even stay at the Inn.

I met an old USA ex pat here that's local to Oughterard. She says the food is excellent, but we…read moredidn't partake. Just social drinks with attentive service on this visit.

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.

Many places in Ireland use a system of going up to the bar/counter to order your food/drinks giving…read morethem your table number and settling up payment. Then they bring it to your table when it's ready. A big pro is not having to wait for the check at the end of your meal. Food for thought folks. 5 stars

The Ivy Cottage is a lovely setting for lunch or dinner. It has indoor and outside seating…read moreavailable. The menu is streamlined, but everything I've had so far has been fresh and delicious. It's popular and oftentimes there is a line to get a table. The staff does their best to seat guests as soon as possible. Note the closing time of 8pm is firm, so be sure to arrive before that. Staff is kind but due to the busyness of the restaurant, service can be scattered or slow, so remember, you're on vacation. Wine and beer available. Parking can be difficult in the area. Allow time to find parking, if you're driving.

I'm not sure if I can say enough nice things about this place. Any review will fall short in how…read moremuch we loved this place. We stayed here for 4 nights and loved every moment. The kindest people, nicest rooms, and seriously.... The best breakfast I've ever had in my life. This b and b and restaurant will forever live in my heart.

I stayed in the hotel, and I could not stay for breakfast but one of the girls was kind enough to…read moregive us muffins. Hotel: there is narrow parking in the back. Check-in is only between 3-7pm. I arrived around 6:30 and the parking lot was packed, I assume from the dinner rush from the restaurant next to it. When I came back home after dinner, I was disappointed to find out that the radiator was not working (I also later found out that they turn it off from midnight - 6am which doesn't make sense to me since those are the coldest hours). It is cold outside, so I was thankfully that I packed a sweater to wear during sleep. The most annoying thing is that the shower water does not get hot. It only stays warm, so if you like hot washers, you'll have to adjust to the cold/warm water only. The only way to communicate with the manager is through phone call- so if you're traveling internationally it's almost impossible to communicate them since they don't reply on Airbnb chat right away. I do think the room is nice and clean, and the bathroom is a decent size. If it wasn't for the issues with heating, I would recommend this place. Muffins: The apple crumble muffin looks delicious and it does have apple inside, but it tasted like it could have been baked for 5 minutes more. The walnut muffin has what seemed like Dulce de leche - I enjoyed this one more than the apple one.

This ain't your Marie Calendar's frozen chicken pot pie. No, no, this is that flavor you're seeking…read morewhen so many other pot pies have let you down. In fact, I think this is so far and away superior that it would change even the most adamant pie-haters out there into avid fans! With that said, thank YOU The Pie Maker for making converts out of my wife & kid.

I saw the great reviews on Yelp but it does not exist! I walked up and down the streets of Galway…read morelike a loser :( Hope it makes a reprise so I can visit on my next trip!