The best restaurants in Clare

16/09/2026: Lovely little place. Short staffed but staff were very friendly while busy. We were sat near a very unpleasant man who I overheard had arrived half an hour early for his and tried to order before us while we had been waiting, and when the man went to take his order he caused a scene and got up and stoon on the poor waiters foot and threw insults at him but fair play to him he handled it very well and even after when the couple next to the main called him rude and impatient the waiter smiled and said "I'm sure he had his reasons, It's ok" . Admittedly we did have to wait a while to order again as they were short of staff, but we were given drinks in the mean time. Some of the simpler items like fish and chips feel a little bit pricy but the food we went for was good value, one of us was unable to finish her veggie pasta.

11/09/2026: Only ate there 3 days in a row. Wonderful food and service in a rustic pub.

27/08/2026: Would recommend to everyone! Such lovely food and service 🩷

27/08/2026: I absolutely love the service, the food, and the location!!! Love😍

12/08/2026: Beyond delicious soup and home made bread nd beyond delicious toasted Brie and cranberry sandwich for husband. Bought a loaf of their bread for our stay here. Run by lovely locals. Go here !!!!

18/07/2026: My family stopped here for breakfast in April 2026 before heading out to do some sightseeing. We were met with exceptional hospitality, a delicious breakfast, and and enjoyable family atmosphere. I can't wait to go back. Thank you. C S Shubert

07/08/2026: I had lunch yesterday at the old lodge pub and it was great, the portions were good and tasty, the service was pretty good and the atmosphere nice and the interior was fresh and clean , the bathrooms were clean and well maintained .

27/06/2026: **An absolute gem of a restaurant!** 🌟🍽️ The food is always incredible, but what truly sets this place apart is the outstanding hospitality! 😍 A massive thank you to Millie and especially to Chloe—who genuinely provides the absolute best service and attention! You are both so welcoming, attentive, and kind. ✨ A special shout-out to the incredible manager as well! She is running the business excellently, and it truly shows in every single detail. 💯 The amazing team and flawless atmosphere are a direct reflection of her fantastic leadership. 👏 We will be back again and again! 🙌✨🥰

13/07/2026: Our flight back to the USA got diverted from Rome to Shannon airport on a late Saturday afternoon. The small airport and surrounding community worked overtime to get 250+ people accommodations until our new flights. I stayed for two nights. The staff at Shannon Springs were phenomenal. The hotel was beautiful, modern, well-maintained, and the food delicious. They made what could have been a stressful situation, quite pleasant.

03/06/2026: Genuine gem in Shannon this place... Lovely room, exceptional breakfast buffet, you couldn't really want much more. It also doubles up as a bar for locals so plenty of nightlife here.

16/08/2026: Great place to stop by. Owner is very polite & friendly. Local people are very helpful to give directions. We stop by for cuppa and some information about travel and we got fantastic welcome. Highly recommend

26/08/2026: Been here a few times now with my family. The little ones love running around the venue. We have only ordered pizzas in the past, and they are always yummy. Staff seem helpful and friendly, however we have had the same staff member on each visit. Great buzz about the place. Family friendly, good food, and lovely atmosphere. It’s a gem of a spot.

22/08/2026: Food is amazing and great value, such a great find.

01/07/2026: We were staying at the local marina in our motorhome and treated ourselves to breakfast here. The builders breakfast was excellent and included orange juice and tea! Friendly table service and we were not hurried. Highly recommended.

30/06/2026: ​⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exceptional Food and Great Experience! ​Visited Boman Line and had an amazing experience! The food was absolutely delicious, and what impressed me the most was both the excellent quality and the generous quantity. Everything we ordered was top-notch and tasted perfect. Highly recommended, and I will definitely be visiting again!A special shoutout to Bridget for her amazing service—she made our experience even more memorable!"

03/06/2026: Comfortable accommodation for a night in town. Breakfast was very nicely presented and tasty. My small room had a wonderful view out to the ocean.

22/05/2026: Outstanding seaside establishment. Hugely popular.

24/09/2026: Wonderful pints of Guinness. Great service and friendly staff.

21/06/2026: Best pub and best pint of Guinness in Ennis....end of.

25/09/2026: Good drinks and friendly service. Upon request, the dartboard was made available to us free of charge. A very pleasant atmosphere as well.

30/06/2026: Excellent breakfast until 11 a.m., followed by lunch that's just as good. No dinner served. The beer is some of the best, the staff are all very friendly, as are the guests. The atmosphere is inviting. There's also a beer garden. Occasionally, there's live music, and the prices are unbeatable. Highly recommended!

19/09/2026: My favorite pub with my favorite bartender Mike, the cutest and the nicest during my Ireland trip. The owner Peter, was just as kind. I’m guessing it’s a local bar, they always made me feel like one when I went in. Highly recommend! I will be back! Outside garden with great music! Perfectly served Guinness!!

07/09/2026: Was very disappointed with our visit. We went in for a pint around midday over Walker Cup weekend, and the place wasn’t particularly busy. Unfortunately, the two young lads behind the bar were probably the most unwelcoming fellas we’ve ever come across. We walked in and weren’t even greeted with a hello or anything. The chap serving us barely looked at us and practically grunted when we ordered two pints. There was also plenty of swearing and carrying on between the lads behind the bar, which didn’t exactly make us feel welcome. We had our pints and headed off down the road, where we visited a few other bars and were made feel much more welcome. It’s a real shame because the bar has a very good reputation and the owner is obviously a good operator. I’ve no doubt that if he, or an experienced barman, had been behind the counter, the experience would have been completely different. Unfortunately, first impressions count. We went in expecting a bit of the traditional Irish welcome and got the complete opposite. A real shame, and very disappointing in reality given the reputation the place has.

16/08/2026: A lovely little bakery and grocery shop with a great selection of fresh pastries, sandwiches, cakes, muffins, cupcakes and even shepherd’s pie. Honestly, it’s hard to walk in without buying something! The baked goods look so tempting and really catch your attention. The staff were also very friendly, welcoming and helpful. We tried the tuna sandwich, shepherd’s pie, a grain loaf, toast and a croissant. Everything was nice, and it’s definitely a good place to stop by if you’re in the area.

05/08/2026: Great shop.... love the coleslaw, ham and rolls. Always so fresh

30/08/2026: Excellent service food delicious and the nicest coffee they will be sick of looking at me I’ll be back

29/08/2026: Service not great but staff are pleasant. Lovely decor and varied menu. Found my omelette to be a bit overcooked.

15/09/2026: A magical Friday night at Barrtrá. The surprise menu was spectacular. Staff were wonderful, kind & fun. A roaring success for our besties birthday:)

14/09/2026: The worst restaurant of my life. Very low quality food. Extremely long wait times. In a restaurant with an €80 cover charge. The service, wait times, products, and dishes were among the worst I have ever eaten or experienced.