Octopussy's Seafood Tapas in Dublin

Location & Access: Situated in the bustling tourist area of Howth, Octopussy’s is right by the seafood market, Howth Market, souvenir shops, and the scenic harbor. The restaurant offers views of the sea, lighthouse, and port, creating a strong maritime vibe. It’s easily accessible by DART (a short walk) and via buses like H3 and 6. Ambience & Space: The indoor dining area is quite small, with tables packed closely together. The strong seafood aroma indoors combined with the limited ventilation makes it less appealing for those sensitive to smells—an improved air conditioning system would help. The outdoor seating, however, offers a much more pleasant experience, featuring wooden benches and an open, breezy feel. Cleanliness: The tables were prepared well with condiments already placed (sea salt, pepper, vinegar), which minimized the need for extra requests. Menu & Pricing: The menu focuses on seafood tapas—mussels, oysters, prawns, calamari, squid, and fish—served in various styles. They also offer soft drinks and a selection of wines that pair well with seafood. Prices were reasonable for a tourist-heavy area. While most items appeared fresh (likely due to high weekend turnover), the food quality was average—nothing particularly unique or standout. A small note: lemon wasn’t served with the mussels by default, which is common elsewhere, so I had to request it. Staff & Service: The staff member serving us was friendly and hardworking, but visibly overwhelmed. She initially forgot our drinks and only brought them after a second request—likely due to being very busy. Despite that, her attitude was kind. Accessibility & Extras: The indoor area isn’t wheelchair accessible due to space constraints, but the outdoor seating area is more suitable and accessible for wheelchair users. Final Thoughts: Octopussy’s is decent for a quick seafood bite in the heart of Howth’s tourist area, especially if you’re sitting outdoors. Don’t expect anything extraordinary, but it works if you’re already exploring the area and want a casual seafood experience with a sea breeze.

The food was absolutely delicious

Overlooking the port, a very cute, typical and very friendly place, with cuisine mainly based on truly delicious fish: the chowder is truly a treat, but you can feel that all the dishes have a very fresh fish base. The girls are also very nice, so I hope that this environment still maintains moderation from mass tourism!

Amazing place and food ! With my family we sat outside with the heatings on and the atmosphere was warm. We didn’t except for simple sea food to be presented so nicely and tested delectable .

The best seafood I've ever gotten, quick service and great wine, this place is the best place to eat in Howth

One of the finest seafood restaurants in Dublin! We thoroughly enjoyed our lunch, featuring a hearty chowder, a delicious mixed platter, mussels in white wine, and perfectly cooked calamari. Despite being extremely busy, the staff remained cheerful and welcoming throughout our visit. We were even lucky enough to spot the two famous seals, which made the experience even more memorable.

Mandatory visit if you go to Howth, great fish and seafood restaurant!

Most of the food was very good but we try to order tap water and they refused to give us water (it’s ilegal) also they have add a plus of the 10% of the bill “for the service” very disappointing. We were to people and we paid 70€

Low key, cosy, lovely staff. Not overpriced. Sat at the bar with a bottle of wine and a few starters and spent a few hours passing the time. A crowd outside gathered and I went to see what was going on and a friendly seal and come to join us

Oh so fresh fish and chips and light melt-in-your mouth calamari! Stopped for lunch here after taking train from Raheny. Delicious food, excellent service. Small place with additional seating outside with heaters. Good wine menu, no beer. Highly recommend.