On a tip from Emily C, my beau and I tripped out to Howth on a beautiful, sunny Saturday in March…read morefor a bit of fresh air, exercise, and... BEER. At Summit Inn. This wasn't exactly a planned pitstop -- but after he took me trekking through a bog, over a few cliffs and it started raining in a sideways fashion, he probably thought it wise to situate me with some booze inside for awhile. Luckily, Summit Inn is perfectly positioned as a halfway point for hikers/walkers that have started near the train station and are making their long loop back. We enjoyed a few pints, warmed up a bit, used the restroom and were on our way. I highly recommend the hike (there are shorter versions!)...and making this a little respite to gather your bearings before being on your way back to Howth. It's all on its own up here, quite cozy. And, if you get a bit too drunk/full to complete the hike -- there are taxis that seem to be milling about, and a bus line that goes straight back to the town center/train station. So there you have it! Howth is a 25 minute train trip from Dublin on the DART -- about 5 euro return, give or take. Really nice side trip that can be done easily. Beautiful area.

It was a quick stop for us. They are perfectly located at the bottom of the hill before u go see…read morethe cliffs. The staff felt a little overwhelmed but the food matched the price. Most people are just stopping in for a Guinness and maybe a toastie so it's a perfect vibe for that.

Busy place - you que up across the street. There was a wait even at 3 PM on a Saturday afternoon…read more And maybe this is why... The oysters were the most amazing oysters I've ever eaten! Briny, meaty....totally delicious!! We also had some fried white fish and then some shrimp and garlic butter. Both were good, but nothing could match the oysters. They do not serve any beer, but they have a wine menu.

What's in a name? A rose by any other name might smell as sweet, but Octopussy definitely gave us…read morean initial giggle. Thankfully, the experience was just as delightful. Set in beautiful waterside Howth, it's only a few minutes' walk from the train station. We lucked out with a nice day and grabbed a table outside. The seafood was ridiculously fresh and scrumptious. The gambas prawns were delicious, and they bless you with a generous portion of sides. The oysters were meaty and tasted like the ocean--though they seemed to have been shucked in a rush, so they weren't the cleanest. The biggest surprise of the day was the hummus. Easily some of the best I've ever had. They also have a pretty deep wine collection, though I was curious why there wasn't any beer, it would've paired better with my meal. To top it all off, the staff were incredibly kind and delightful. Great food, great setting, and a name you won't forget.

I was in Howth and went to Yelp and found this place had good reviews…read more To say it exceeded my expectations is an understatement. The staff the environment was warm and welcoming the moment you walked in the door. As a cook, the food was incredibly fresh and full of flavor. I had the chowder. What? It made New England chowder seem pathetic. Two dinners, one appetizer, one martini @ $78. Worth every penny

The service here was warm and welcoming. We arrived at the time when most restaurants were getting…read moreready for closing, but The Brass Monkey ushered us in and gave us a table right by the windows. The deluxe chowder hit the spot and was very filling. A spot not to be missed!

Not only was this the CUTEST spot we ate at on our trip, but it was also right on the ground floor…read moreof our hotel (perfect place to stay as well! :) ) The staff was so personable and attentive making the experience that much better. I don't remember our server's name unfortunately but he was just amazing. The buttered shrimp was fantastic as he recommended. Hope to come back again one day

They don't have their hours posted on their website or yelp and on Apple Maps they show they close…read moreat 9. They apparently close at 8 most of the year and 9 only for a couple months in the summer. I went at 7:30 as a single customer (I.e. couldn't make a reservation) and they were full. The server recommended o'Connells next door which was honestly the worst chowder I've ever had in my life and gave me food poisoning. Such a bummer.

A wonderful panini of ham and cheese! A cute, tiny little place near the Starbucks. Their coffee…read morewas way better than Starbucks! Very friendly staff.

Lovely spot. It reminds of Amalfi coast cafes, lots of fresh pastries, fresh deli and lovely sfaff…read more Great selection of paninis. You can seat outside and enjoy the view and even feed some birds.

I LOVE DEEP! Came…read moreacross this gem while I was in Howth for the afternoon with my friend. The ambiance is very intimate and cozy, perfect for quality time with a friend. Deep has super fresh seafood right from Dublin Bay. I know it's not Irish at all but I ordered seafood paella (my favorite food) and for dessert I had cheesecake. The paella was good but the cheesecake tasted more like a block of whipped cream. It definitely wasn't cream cheese. I also had a nice hot pot of peppermint tea since it pretty cold and windy when we visited Howth. Very nice dining experience. I would definitely come back here if I'm ever in Howth again!

A cozy, little restaurant with a great Early Bird special. They have a fireplace and the mirrors…read moremake it feel more spacious than it actually is. The seating is comfortable with some large couch-style chairs available. I had the fish and chips with the seafood chowder. Both were pretty good, but not the best I've had in the Dublin-area.

Some of the best fish and chips that were had in Ireland was from here!…read more Crispy, not too oily, and so tasty! The portion was nice too. The service was a bit slow and there is no seating indoors but there is a nice park across the street. Just watch for the birds; they will try to steal your food!

This busy takeout place near the Howth waterfront specializes in fried fish. Three kinds were…read moreavailable that day: cod, haddock, and hake. I don't know if I could tell these apart except from the shape so I asked which was the most popular and was told cod. So I ordered the cod fish & chips and a side of mushy peas. I ordered at the counter and waited about 5 minutes for my number to be called then took the box outside to eat on the lawn near the water, keeping a careful watch on the aggressive seagulls. The portion was good, the fish was fresh like just off the boat, the batter light and mildly seasoned, and no disagreeable flavors from the frying oil. Unfortunately the batter was inconsistent: thin and crunchy in places, thicker and soggy in others. The fries were just ok, starchy. So overall only average. I had to try mushy peas again, just my second time. They tasted and looked just like they sound: mashed up green peas. No mint flavoring added this time. Fine for what they were, but I just don't get it. I think I prefer coleslaw with my fish&chips but I don't think it's offered here. Perhaps coleslaw is an American thing? So only average overall. But I'd consider returning if I wanted a quick takeout lunch as the other restaurants in the area were more formal sit-down places.

Very busy so we and a wee bit of a wait. The food came quickly and it was delicious. Our server did…read morewell and it was obvious she was working hard. Goad we stopped by, not a disappointment.

After doing the cliff walk, we stopped in here for a bite. Fish was kinda greasy, chips were thick,…read moreand chowder was okay. Good vibes though. Just had higher hopes

Big variety of really FRESH seafood, well seasoned and prepared! Attentive staff provided great…read moreservice. Relaxed atmosphere for lovely dinner at the harbor.

A wonderful seaside meal. After a long cliff walk hike we sat down to a great meal. It was hard for…read moreus to choose but we finally settled on sharing the shellfish combo which featured lovely fresh mussels, shrimp and scallops in a Pernod cream sauce that had a wonderful flavor. Nice service. The restaurant got very busy around 2 p.m. so I suggest making reservations. Would definitely return and highly recommend. $$

Having schlepped around a goodly part of Howth Head on a beautiful summer morning we repaired to…read moreThe House for a well-deserved breakfast/brunch. My bacon sambo with sausage on the side was exactly what I needed. My companion's marginally more healthy scone looked good but not a patch on my repast. Excellent coffees accompanied our meal and we emerged blinking into the sunlight to start the long trek southwards. Service was brisk and friendly and the bill didn't break the bank. Recommended.

I've been back in America for two weeks and I still can't stop thinking about the burger I got…read morehere. It will forever be the best burger I've ever had. The braised shortrib on top of the patty with cheddar, bacon jam, etc worked so well together. It was juicy and the bun was fresh. The chips were also delicious but you have to try this burger!! It will change your life.