We celebrated my mum’s 80th birthday in the Chart Room at The Oar House, and it was an outstanding experience from start to finish.
The food was excellent, and the chef was incredibly accommodating, working with us to create a menu that suited both our gluten-free and vegetarian guests without any compromise on quality or taste.
The staff were super friendly, attentive, and genuinely helpful throughout the evening, which made the whole event feel relaxed and special.
We had an amazing night and couldn’t have asked for a better venue to celebrate such an important occasion. I would highly recommend The Oar House to anyone looking for great food, excellent service, and a memorable experience.
Odel Grant-Kelly
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16 April 2026
10.0
A really tasty late-lunch. Service was fast and friendly. Prices are excellent for the quality. If you're in the area, it's a no-brainer.
Roger Fitzpatrick
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04 April 2026
10.0
Excellent food, really well prepared. The fish and chips were top quality.
Very good service and a great overall experience.
Fair prices for the quality. Highly recommended.
Flávio Lopes
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30 March 2026
10.0
Food was ok, portion is a little small for the price. Service is adequate, although a bit slow. They automatically add 10% service charge (it's stated on the menu, but still something to consider). Also, they don't have any alcoholic beers
Megan Merlin
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29 March 2026
8.0
Couldn't fault the food here. Stopped in on a windy an busy day. Managed to get seated outside, the poor waitress was rushed off her feet but was still courteous and got our food and drinks out quickly. Got two starters, the prawn pil pil which was tasty and the calamari which was light and crispy. Fish and chips were ok, very nice batter but the chips were a bit soggy.
Jason Coyne
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28 March 2026
10.0
The oysters were great! The seafood mix was dissapointing, it was mostly cold and didn't have much flavour. Maybe it was just mine, because it did look good!
It is located at a great place right at the harbor.
Muus van Kessel
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23 March 2026
6.0
I hadn't been there for quite sometime, there is a good vibe about the place and it is well run by a competant team who work very hard, also it was clean, no dirty tables or mess and we weren't waiting long for a table to be available.
The food was tasty, but to be fair not spectacular, though well presented. The highlight was the Calamari, not overly cooked with crisp Tempura type batter and my Lobster Ravioli was good, though it lacked seasoning, some what.
The seafood platter was good value, I would recommend this for a group, as the portion was very generous.
The Tiramasu was quite good, the sponge being light and airy in texture, but too much cream and not enough cocoa. I prefer a slightly bitter chocolate to contrast with the sweetness of the layers.
Etain Feeley
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15 March 2026
6.0
Have been here multiple times now and this restaurant is a great reliable when visiting howth, went today on a very busy Saturday and they were accepting lots of walk ins, food was high quality and team were all very attentive.
Would recommend the fish and chips and oysters!!
Aoife Smyth
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07 March 2026
8.0
The Buffalo sauce here is probably the best I have had in the world. Very good food, huge portions.
Blake Martin
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07 March 2026
10.0
Super delicious! Definitely recommended. Very friendly staff.
hanne baete
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05 March 2026
10.0