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.

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.

Service was excellent and the food too. They gave you so much too. I had the mussels and they were…read moredelicious. My husband had the stew he liked it too.

A quaint warm and cozy bar and restaurant that perfect to linger in. Sit at a homey table or right…read moreby the crackling cast iron stove for a while. Have some delicious food and any beverage you want from a perfect pint of Guinness to a fresh hot and delicious Irish Coffee. The staff are very kind and friendly and you be very well cared for.

Amazing salmon! Amazing oysters! Tried the Murphy's Stout and quite honestly, liked it better…read morethan Guinness Service was amazing. Friendly waitstaff!! Definitely give it a try if in the area!!

Last stop of our stay in Clifden and probably the best value for money with the pleasure of tasting…read morea lobster straight out of the fishpond and some Irish oysters! More fleshy than the delicate French tables. Even appearing a little heretic, I will admit that I like. I have a soft spot for Utah Beach or Horse's Feet (very big french oysters). It is not necessarily "gastronomy" but it satisfies my Ogre side! The setting is quite simple and the welcome friendly. Some classic fried shrimps. And the chosen piece, a 1.5kg lobster just grilled, with a butter infused with herbs. Perfect cooking, tender and delicious flesh. What more can you ask for ? Lobster and brioche! And potato! Yes, the plate of vegetables that accompanies is endowed with the eternal Irish potatoes, vestige of the great famine of the mid-nineteenth century. They missed so much at the time that they serve whatever the mood is. So dear Irish friends, ok for the potato every time but with a little whipped cream with chives when in field dress; go and see our Belgian friends who will teach you how to cook french fries; take a tour by Noirmoutier or Peru to discover interesting varieties. The seafood plate is a little disappointing. Mitchell's in the same city was more interesting for only 3 euros more. The presentation is not very elegant, the mussels less prepared, the salmon chiffonade rather than slices, banal cocktail sauce. Classic cheese cake. Bill of 139 euros for 2.

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

Excellent choice ..... we ordered the the muscles as appetizer and yum.... for main meal ordered…read morethe duo of salmon and sea bass and extremely fresh and delicious.... highly recommend this place if you fancy sea food !

Our first dinner out on our coastal tour 2013 - woo!…read more The dining room has a nice view of the estuary. The room itself is ok. I would have preferred to have eaten in the bar if I am honest. I went for the Salmon and it was quite nice, as were the vegetables. Chips were from frozen. My partner enjoyed his too. Overall it was just OK. Better than Guys, but not whole lot. Dining room could be modernised. Value for money? Perhaps not. Same price in Dublin would get you a whole lot more quality I think.

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.

We stayed near Clifden (at the Connemara Sands resort) for a few days, and were curious about the…read morerestaurant because of its catchy, attractive outdoor decor. We (party of 4) came here for dinner on our last night. Everyone enjoyed their meals, whether seafood, off the grill, or pasta. Portion size was to my satisfaction too. A nice English gentleman runs the place and is helpful with suggestions. The atmosphere inside is quiet. Hygiene is good both in the dining area and bathroom.

Great value, super fresh fish and chips but ceaser salad was mediocre. Liked the place but didnt…read morelove it

About 5 minutes outside Clifden, I think it's the best fine dining experience in Clifden. We had a…read moreCrab Meat Tian and Burrata to start and both were excellent. The crab meat was fresh and very flavorful and a very ample portion. The burrata was creamy and delicious on a bed of assorted tomatoes. We both had the broiled lobster which was prepared perfectly. For dessert my wife had the cheese plate which had 6 different imported cheeses that we could have shared as it was very large. I had an apple crumble with calvados. The berries are from their garden which was a nice touch. The dining room had a great view of the bay. All in all a very nice dining experience. As an aside, the service was excellent.

I had a great experience at the Ardagh Hotel & Restaurant!…read more The hotel was cozy, comfortable, and accommodating. The owners were great, and they nailed the little details too: welcoming us with tea and homemade biscuits, encouraging us to make special requests to the chef, discussing whiskeys with me, etc. The restaurant was fantastic too. The view is amazing, the food is delicious, and as mentioned above, the chef is very accommodating. All ingredients are locally sourced, and they sure know how to get a lot of flavor and variety out of them! Don't miss this place if you're in (or even nearby) the area!

We stopped in for lunch while driving the Wild Atlantic Way and it was awesome! We each had the…read moreseafood chowder and shared the pan fried crab claws - all were absolutely delicious and the prices were reasonable! The service was also excellent.

Lovely pub on our way to bunowen castle. We do not always know what to think of small pub menus but…read morethis one had great choices. We had two steak burgers and one seafood plate. All meals were tasty. Also had gluten free bread. Side salad was pleasant and a real mild dressing. Prawns were delicious.