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!!

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.

Wow... very enjoyable! Must have - stop in and enjoy warm…read morefriendly delicious- you won't be sorry!

We stopped into Lahinch after visiting the Cliffs of Moher an wondered into Danny Macs! Glad we…read moredid. Very friendly team and delicious food. We asked for an Irish Coffee. One of the best Irish Coffee's we have ever had, warm and delicious. We would recommend this to anyone coming to Lahinch.

The view outside of this place is amazing but the service and food was even better than the…read morestunning sights. We were welcomed right away and taken upstairs where you get to see the water and the pier right away. The menu was one for everyone and with some surprising twists. The service was also incredible with a nice balance of checking in but not overwhelming with quick services to continue on with evening.

My wife ordered the mussels as an appetizer. It came in a large pot that was enough for 4…read more Abundant and delicious! The restaurant was quaint and fill of character!

Love it and went there 2 days in a row!! Lively ambience. FYI there's another name for this pub so…read morejust don't be surprise when goggle take you to the same spot!!

After traveling to Ireland and then renting a car to drive to Ennis, we were beyond exhausted. I'm…read morepretty sure I struggled to even read yelp reviews in order to help us finally find some food to eat. So we just decided to walk into town where we stumbled upon this amazing place. The decor and warmth of the restaurant was top notch. The gentleman who greeted us and served us was so helpful. We were so jet lagged I'm sure he had a hard time understanding our mumbles. The menu was easy to read and he was able to pair beers and ciders to us perfectly. The food was amazing. The portions was so big. My wife and split the chicken curry, I had a side of chowder and she had a side salad. We still had food left over because there was so much. My son and the fish and chips and it was devoured. My youngest had the kids fried chicken and said it was the best chicken she's ever had. There wasn't a single complaint about this place. So if you stumble into Ennis lost, hungry, and needing a relaxing place to eat, try this place.

This is a great place to eat if you are visiting Galway. Get a seat by the window to get a great…read moreview of the waterfront just outside the restaurant. I hear there is live music some nights that is quite good. We went here for lunch, so can only comment that experience. My wife got the Traditional Irish Stew, which she loved, it was cooked great and very hearty, great for the chilly air coming off of the ocean. I had the Turkey Dinner, which consisted of a few slices of turkey breast and mashed potatoes. Both of our meals were excellent, highly recommended.

Went here for the chowder (based on the Yelp reviews) and though we agreed it wasn't the best we'd…read morehad, it was still pretty good. I absolutely loved the chicken sandwich and chips as well. Everything was nicely prepared/presented and the staff were wonderful. Very cozy, welcoming atmosphere, especially after a long stroll on a windy day.

Great atmosphere, with large windows looking out to the Galway Bay (waterfront). We ordered soup of…read morethe day (vegetable), ordered the roast beef and Guinness stew and the catch of the day, salmon. Service was prompt, food was delicious, and portion sizes are generous. Rooftop was not open but due to open next week, wish we would be here to enjoy it.

My wife, daughter, and I stopped by for a drink on their rooftop bar. They had great scenery and…read morethe beer was delicious. The service was very good. You ordered at the bar and they brought your food to the table. My only comment was the menu was very limited. My daughter had the tacos which were good but very small, and the wife and I split the taco fries that was really good. I would definitely go back if we were just drinking beer but look elsewhere if you're looking for dinner or lunch this is only an appetizer place up on the rooftop

Great spot on Main Street with live music! They also have a great course menu deal if you're…read morelooking to try multiple things. Definitely get the seabass, it was so tender and delicious with the butter sauce (and also served with shrimp on top haha). The seafood chowder is also really nice and packed with lots of different fish and crustaceans. Service was really helpful and friendly too. :) would definitely come back if I'm in the area.

I was looking enough to snag table on the patio outside and have the most amazing view of the fall…read more So lovely to eat dinner listening to the rushing water. The food was quite tasty. The seafood chatter was full of huge chunks of seafood and fish. And the fish and chips... I'm pretty sure it was the whole fish! The series were very efficient and friendly. All in all a good choice.