Shells Cafe in Strandhill

Shells is always our favorite spot in the Strand. We haven't been for a while since we moved to the SouthEast and they've done it up since last, but still the same great feel. Bustling on a Thursday afternoon, jammed lunchtime, which is a credit to any place these days. This was a ' for old time's sakes ' visit and still felt just as good as the memories.

I’ve eaten here a few times over the years & hope to be returning a few more times. Smallish café in a prime location in Strandhill. The food is reliably delicious & the smoothies are exceptional. As far as I know you can’t book. Understandably, it always seems to be crowded, & the friendly staff rush around efficiently. (One quibble: plastic straws in 2025?!)

Great place with great food. My wife and I shared the grilled cheese/fish and chips and both were fantastic. Very clean restaurant but on the smaller side so be prepared to wait if they’re busy. Service was good and there is a small cafe connected to it if you want a coffee to go or a breakfast item.

We had the beef burger and the fish and chips. Absolutely delicious. The cafe was very busy as always we sat outside looking out to the sea. Even though it was busy the service was prompt and efficient. Highly recommend.

Stopped here by chance after a walk on the beach – the menu is somewhat alternative but varied. I opted for the soup of the day, which was reasonably priced and good – but all the other dishes on other guests' plates also looked good. Everything is lovingly prepared and makes a good impression. The café is simply furnished but not uncomfortable. I can recommend a visit here.

It was a very good experience, fast and lovely service and tasty food. My thing here is that maybe the portions were too big? and I think the beans somehow made me and my friend a bit sick. I want to give it another chance ordering a different thing 🩵 drinks were great tho.

Simple. Great food. Nice atmosphere. What else you need?? Food is great. Served quick. 10 out of 10. Will return again. Thank you.

Love that café, everything was nice, we went for coffe and sweets, and came back for breakfast the day after. Lovely shop too, for souvenir and takeaway.

We came visited Strandhill twice on our vacation in the Sligo area… we also went to Shells twice and enjoyed a terrific lunch each time. Whether it’s a fried calamari salad or another lunch special, you can’t go wrong. This place also has lovely baked goods and excellent coffee. Don’t hesitate, there is a reason why this place is hopping!

Fantastic place with consistently excellent food. Wonderful to dine outside on a warms s sunny April Monday after enjoying a long walk followed by a seaweed bath. Perfect spot to enjoy al fresco lunch with a view. On ordering- great staff - I was told there’d be a bit of wait but really the wait wasn’t long at all. I had the calamari and chips - absolutely DELICIOUS! A very generous portion as you can see. The chips were fab and the chermoula sauce a nice hint of spice. Thoroughly enjoyed this visit. Don’t miss the shop either beautiful gift ideas and some interesting local produce.