The best restaurants in Clare

18/08/2026: My husband and I celebrated our anniversary at Townhall, and it was a true gastronomic celebration! We ordered stuffed chicken, beef steak, seafood cocktail, and chocolate mousse — every dish looked like a work of art, so exquisite and prepared with love! And the taste exceeded all expectations — incredibly, incredibly delicious. A special thank you to our waitress Natalia for her attentiveness and professionalism. The service was fast, and the atmosphere was warm and cozy. Thank you for making our evening so special! We recommend it with all our hearts!

10/08/2026: Fantastic food, friendly and good humoured staff, professional and helpful, the history of this wonderful building is an added extra to a peaceful and relaxing break from a busy day and a busy Town centre.

17/06/2026: Only called in for a meal but what an impact when you head toward the main door & inside took my breath away! The reception staff were very warm& attentive as were bar staff.The food was excellent but the whiskey liquor coffee was one of best i have had and i,m very fussy about how its made& presented! 5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

08/06/2026: Stayed at this beautiful hotel for three nights while on a tour that included County Clare and the west coast, and I felt welcome right from the start. The reception staff were very kind and helpful throughout our stay, promptly sorting out a hitch on our arrival when my suitcase was left outside the wrong room, and mailing all my postcards on the day we left. Could not believe how big and spacious my room was! I had a choice between a double bed or a generous single one. The room was clean, quiet and warm, with ample wardrobe space and all the usual amenities. The only negative for me was that the table and writing desk were too high for the chairs, rather a problem if you're not very tall! The bathroom had a lovely spacious walk-in shower, handmade toiletries (beautiful fragrance!), and extra towels. Dinner was in a large restaurant on the lower ground floor. Courteous and charming waiters, and professional service. The wine was quite pricey, but we were offered free drinks on the first evening. The dinners were well prepared, plenty of variety with creative ingredients, though I noticed no vegetarian options for the main courses. I especially loved the delicious beef and Guinness casserole, and the locally sourced lamb. Gorgeous desserts too. The hearty breakfasts really set me up for the day. As well as the usual cereals and cooked breakfast, there was a nice cold buffet with cheese, hard-boiled egg, cold meats and mackerel. There's an immaculate little garden with outside tables and wonderful views of the surrounding countryside. A flight of steps leads from here down to the River Inagh and the waterfalls, and the picturesque village of Ennistymon is only a 5 minute walk away. There was music and dancing in the bar on all three nights we were here, including traditional Irish entertainment on our last night. I certainly enjoyed the time I spent here and would stay here again.

12/09/2026: Fantastic spot in Lahinch. Food is great, atmosphere is friendly and casual. The real standout was the service. Everyone was so kind and helpful! They are super dog friendly and accommodating to families as well. An excellent spot if you’re visiting or a local. A great mix of families, surfers, visitors, and regulars. We’ll definitely go back! The avocado toast was spectacular.

10/09/2026: food was delicious.i got the big breakfast and my friend got the mini, we got toast and ate some but it was mouldy. staff fixed this immediately and gave us a free hot chocolate. otherwise it was amazing.

23/09/2026: Best Fish and Chips I've ever had!!

21/09/2026: Excellent food, Corofin is worth a visit

26/09/2026: Wonderful place and a very pleasant atmosphere.Very helpful to gain knowledge.

25/09/2026: Lovely store always well stocked , cafe food is very taste and good value

06/09/2026: Let's start with the bad points - TOO MUCH CHOICE! seriously, I have a waistline to consider. Exceptional find this one. We nearly missed it when searching for a coffee shop on the motorcycle tour of the Wild Atlantic Way. The 4 of us had a coffee and 2 opted for cake and 2 for a miners pasty (like cornish, but not from Cornwall) Pasty was exceptional and the cakes went down a treat. Very friendly staff, all food baked onsite. I'm just disappointed that I won't get to go back here for some time. Wonderful place.

04/09/2026: A fair sandwich was a good breakfast

03/09/2026: Always good food and decent portions.

19/08/2026: Definitely good food and welcoming atmosphere

17/09/2026: Staff are pig Ignorant. Was ran much better by Dave Lang a true Gent of a man. New owners have turned it into a kiddy bar with obnoxious waiting staff.

16/09/2026: Easily the best food we’d had in all of Ireland! The decor was beautiful and stayed true to the history of the building which was written on a place card on the table. The lamb stew was out of this world and my husband loved his steak. We were lucky with the dessert of the day - lemon cheesecake with whipped cream and an ice cream scoop! It was a bit loud in there, but we came in at prime dinner time and there was live music playing which we specifically came for so no complaints there. The servers were friendly but hard to get ahold of, but again, it was peak hours and the place was packed so I can’t fault them at all. Highly recommend this place! It’s worth its price for sure!

08/08/2026: Great food choices. Fair prices, very good staff, clean toilets and great location.

04/08/2026: Where do we even begin? We got married at Hotel Doolin a few weeks ago and it was truly the most incredible day of our lives. A very special thank you to Niamh and Tracy. You both were simply amazing throughout the entire planning process and ensuring the day ran smoothly. We are so grateful for all the care, time, and attention you gave us. The day itself was absolutely flawless. Every single member of staff was warm, professional, and so attentive. We never once had to worry about a thing because everything ran so smoothly. It was clear how much effort goes on behind the scenes, and we’re incredibly thankful to every person who played a part in making our day so special. Our guests haven’t stopped talking about the wedding. The food has been the number one topic of conversation ever since! So many people have told us it’s the best wedding meal they’ve ever had, which says so much about the quality of the food and the incredible chefs. The service throughout the meal was exceptional, and everyone loved how generous the hospitality was, especially the free-flowing wine, which definitely kept the celebrations going! The baby Guinness prior to heading into the dinner was a lovely touch. Thank you 100 times from Aoife and Ant

13/09/2026: Perfect for a relaxing drink & a pizza. The staff are fantastic & the food is delicious. Well worth a visit.

03/09/2026: Very disappointed with our pizza. Will not be returning

08/09/2026: Excellent pub with a lovely owner that is great for sport and good for live music

03/09/2026: Excellent atmosphere, people, and beers! Great place in Ennistymon! I'll be back someday.

01/06/2026: Pancakes are a bit different than in Poland, but just as good.

07/05/2026: We stopped here during our tour of Ireland and absolutely loved it. The crêpes were delicious — fresh, flavorful, and beautifully made. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, making us feel so welcome from the moment we arrived. The café itself has such a charming, cozy atmosphere and was one of the cutest stops we made in Co. Clare. Highly recommend for anyone looking for great food and wonderful hospitality.

13/09/2026: An absolutely fantastic pub! The atmosphere is amazing and the welcome is simply incredible. The staff and locals are exceptionally kind; you immediately feel right at home. If you're looking for an authentic Irish pub experience with a great atmosphere, this is the perfect place. I recommend it 100%! 🍻🍀

06/09/2026: It was a bit quiet on a rainy Sunday afternoon, but impeccable service and good food will be remembered!

05/06/2026: A very nice little hotel. The owner is very accommodating and helpful in planning activities for the day. The ambiance is reminiscent of a manor house, complete with a fireplace and wingback chairs in the lobby. Overall, it's very lovingly furnished with great attention to detail. There's a nice pub with local live music a short walk away and a few dining options in town.

25/05/2026: Booked a Burren walking tour with Martina this May to see the wild flowers and had a fantastic weekend trip - one of the most enjoyable in many years! The hotel is immaculate and comfortable and Martina is the perfect host - genuinely friendly and everything perfectly organised. However the highlight for us has to be the food - dinner on the evening we arrived was the best we have eaten in a long time and the breakfasts keep us going all day! Martina even had a lovely packed lunch ready for us to take on our walk. Our walk was with Shane Connolly who not only has amazing depth of knowledge of everything about the Burren and it's history and nature but was also great fun along the way. Can't recommend this experience and Sheedy's as a base highly enough - genuine five stars all the way!

05/10/2026: Back visiting two years after my last review of this place. Same experience, great food, super consistent. Value for Money, lovely staff.

26/09/2026: A local signed with reverence and said the foo here is top for this gem. Tucked inside the Bunratty Manor is Noel’s, a family run elegant yet personable restaurant. Dave, their son welcomed me in as though I was a family regular. Fresh breads accompanied by local butter and chicken pate spread to start. Award winning seafood chowder was sublime and satisfying as was the line caught Atlantic Halibut with fresh prawns… side of local steamed vegetables and mashed potatoes. If you are traveling into Shannon, this is a place to enjoy and savor.