Kate's Kitchen just keeps getting better - they've expanded the seating area so you can have a…read moreleisurely browse through their collection of cookbooks and hip foodie magazines. The place rebranded a couple of years ago, and looks very cool and contemporary - wouldn't look out of place in Dublin city, but retains the charm of Sligo - facilitated by the Sisters O'Hara, the three sisters who are the creative energy behind the place. As well as a deli selling a wide range of speciality foods, teas, a 'free from' section, fresh cheeses, teas/coffees, sweet treats and lunches/dinners to go - there's also a dedicated skincare section, with some high end and reasonably priced beauty products. The window display changes with the seasons, as well as the stock. They're always ahead of the crowd, and this is a great spot to pick up a special gift. They're very active on social media and their instagram @kateskitchensligo is a feast for the eyes if you can't get instore. There's usually a veggie option at lunch, and try one of my personal faves - the coconut macaroons!

Kate's Kitchen/Hopper & Pettit is a tantalising "twinshop" consisting of a Delicatessen and…read moreToiletry Unit. The deli has a whole host of delights not all Irish sourced but of very good pedigree none the less. I bought a fantastic carmelised chutney that I would like some more of. There are an abundance of fresh produce available here . The cosmetics and toiletries are in a separate little store within the main store and you can treat yourself to a selection of delights here also. The staff are charming.

Tasty gelato on the seaside! Mammy Johnstons is a really…read morenice spot in Strandhill. I've tried this place only last summer - during the hottest and best summer days - and have a pistachio and a zabaione (actually called Rosanna) gelato. Really good... I'd like to come back also to try their crepes which seem delicious!

Strandhill is where the new money, Yuppie types come to holiday. Pretty but very gentrified. This…read moreplace reflects that. Expensive. Kids working are all nice and its right on the water so I guess in summer its ideal if that's what your into. Lines can be dreadfully long. Maybe one day the parents will have the kids order ready when they step up to the counter instead of deciding when they get there, (further slowing the whole process) but I highly doubt it. Car park a block before on same side of the street helps too...

Every town in Ireland should have a French style patisserie just like this one; it should be…read morelegislated for and state funded. So how come Sligo gets lucky then, eh? Beautiful places like this are usually only found in larger cities. I'd passed this place a few times on earlier holidays but this was the first opportunity I had to buy to try - so I got a white sourdough loaf. I could have picked brown sourdough and I'm sure I also had a 3rd choice. For €2.50 I got exquisite, classic tasting and smelling, slow fermented sourdough with a crisp crackly outer crust - all it needed was the finest Irish butter. Having a sweet tooth I also opted for a selection of individual sweet pies, cake and macaroons to try. The cake I picked was a raspberry chocolate ganache with a whole raspberry on top (I think about €4 and worth every cent). The Wu flu means that the patisserie isn't open for customers to go inside. It was window shopping through a hatch only. I now have Apple Pay on my phone and I found that €21 can vanish in a nanosecond. I hope when we next return it'll be fully open. It's perfect to pick up picnic goodies too. Worth supporting.

Wonderful little Fresh patisserie in the heart of Sligo. My husband and I got breakfast there on a…read morecouple of occasions during a recent visit. They are very conscientious with COVID protocols, and have a convenient walk-up system to place your order. We had sausage rolls, pain au chocolate, hot chocolate, cappuccino, bleu cheese sourdough, and a baguette. The woman at the counter told me that the owner gets up at 2am to start making everything from scratch. It all looked so beautiful and delicious! I can't wait to go back to Sligo so that I can try all of their treats. Please give them your business!

If you know whats good for you, you'll get yourself down to The Sweet Beat on Bridge Street! They…read moreoffer breakfast, lunch and smoothies/coffees to go. Fresh and healthy superfood salads, juices, dairy free sweet treats, daily hot specials, 3fe coffee and teas - all offered with dairy free milk options. I had the superfood salad of massaged kale, chickpeas, and spiced cous cous (with cranberries, pomegranate and pesto) for lunch. For €7.50 it filled me up for the day and is far more exciting then the dull packaged leaves and uninspiring dash of olive oil salads you get in other establishments. These salads ARE the dish, not just a bit of green on the side - they demand your attention and don't disappoint on taste! Less than a 5 minute stroll from O'Connell St, in the summer it'd be lovely to get a salad to go at lunch time and eat it along the riverside. I imagine the menu will expand as the business does, as chef-cum-proprietor Carolanne is Ballymaloe trained and well travelled! They maintain an active social media presence @sweetbeatsligo and already have a loyal following of customers - including me! Watch this space, as it expands into something brilliant, its thrilling to see young businesses like this bringing the heart back into Sligo town.

A must when visiting the area. Super food. Tasty, fresh and good for the soul. Good selection of…read moresalads, soup of the day and larger "dailies" as an option e.g. Best bourguignon and patatas bravas!! also a variety of milk options for your coffee choice!!

The perfect breakfast on the perfect sunny day in Strandhill Ireland. This was our first time to…read morethe area and to Ireland and our breakfast at Shell's cafe did not disappoint. The menu options were creative, there was lots of seating inside and outside even on an extremely busy day. The wait staff were friendly and thorough. My wife had the breakfast sandwich with marmalade and I had the breakfast special French Toast with Bacon on top. It wasn't too sweet and was a great mix of flavors. I had a flat white and my wife had a latte. They were a good balance of espresso and milk. It was cool seeing the local artist's paintings on the wall. We can see why this place gets such good ratings.

Great service and amazing sandwiches. I got the Pork Belly…read moreAvo sandwich. The bread was so fluffy and the flavor of the sauces were so good. 10/10 would be back every week if I didn't live in the states

The place is closed, such a bummer as I had heard good things! As of May 2025 this town has…read moreabsolutely no places to get food except for the combined kebab, pizza, burger, joint that leaves a lot to be desired.

No trip to Easkey would be complete without at least one (often more than one) trip to Pudding Row…read more Not only is it the best food in town, hands down, but some of the best food I've ever had anywhere. I dream about the donuts with lemon custard. We stock up on coffee and the amazing house made chutney to try to last us between trips - it never works. The breakfast is outstanding, the pastries and bread rock my socks, the service is great, and the views out to the sea perfection. Don't take my word for it, google them and check out their press and accolades.

Delightful strawberry sorbet and helpful staff member who gave us information on the schedule of…read moreMichael Quirke, the magical woodcarver whose shop is next to Fabio's on Wine Street in Sligo town. She was very friendly and enthusiastic. Thank you!!

Fabio's isn't just a gelateria, but embodies the warm personality of Florentine Fabio himself! He…read morehas daily specials, as well as dairy free options! It is very 'cosy', with seating for perhaps no more than 4 people. He has begun to make (vegan friendly) soups and sandwiches, but I haven't had the chance to try these yet. The coffee comes highly recommended however. I've eaten gelato in the ice-creams capitals of the world (Florence, Venice and Rome) and Fabio's gelato is comparable to the best. Delighted its on my doorstep in Sligo. You always leave smiling! A real little gem on Sligo's culinary map. (Psssst you can buy large tubs to take-away too!)

The location is within a shopping area up a side street. It was darn good coffee. I enjoyed the…read morecoffee but real disappointed by no toilet and the suggestion to go into the shopping mall. I don't much like going to cafes that don't offer toilets. I'm not a fan of bagels either and I've never seen the attraction, give me brioche or croissant every day of the week.

View is hampered from the inside and the outside is looking into the Quay Shopping. Coffee is ok,…read more3.20 for a Cap. Nice staff, password to wifi is ridiculous23Q56, lol.