The best restaurants in Schull

26/04/2026: Very good food in an atmospheric bar and restaurant with lovely staff.

09/03/2026: The dishes are delicious, the servers are lovely, and we’ll gladly come back. 😊

09/06/2026: Disappointing stay- as a returning guest I will not return anymore. Check in got off on a poor note. We travelled 3hrs to the hotel in bad weather conditions, arrived late in the evening. We were left standing at reception while the receptionist engaged in general chit chat with a guest from the bar who stood drinking his pint. No problem waiting, but we were not even acknowledged until they were done chatting after some time. We were then informed of a power outage. No back up generators were available, we checked into our dark room and could not use the toilet or shower facilities due to no power. The receptionist advised we could travel to a town 30min away for evening dinner as this town may have electricity. The power had been out for some time, I felt it may have been an option for the hotel to contact guests who had not yet checked in and inform them re food provisions. As mentioned we travelled 3hrs and had driven past the town suggested to us for dinner. That said, the receptionist was obliging and phoned us to say the power had returned. We turned and went back to the hotel for dinner. This was highly disappointing. I sent my meal back as the chicken was half hot and half cold in the middle. My partners meal also fell far below acceptable standard especially for the cost. A burger from a takeaway would have been better standard as the bun crumbled it was so burned. Some of our food was dropped to the incorrect table also and was not prepared until after we had finished our meal. However, the wait staff were extremely helpful and friendly and apologetic of the situation. We did not have to pay for some of the meal. Our room was extremely hot and stuffy even with windows open during the night. At 6am in the morning we realised we were in an adjoining family room, as we woke to a young child crying. The noise appeared extremely close due to only having a door in the room separating us from the family. €225 for a room only rate, hugely disappointing and poor value for money. We stayed approximately 4years ago and returned due to having had a positive experience and enjoying our stay. We had also eaten in the restaurant during this stay and thoroughly enjoyed the meal. Receptionist on check out did not ask how our stay was and allow the opportunity for feedback. Limited in accommodation in Schull doesn’t leave much options for alternative accommodation, I would suggest travelling from a nearby town instead of staying in this particular overpriced, underwhelming accommodation.

09/06/2026: Popped in for chowder and pint after a local race. Was a small crowd in for pre wedding drinks and staff weren’t able. Ordered my pint and chowder for a nice waitress. Went outside, had to get my own water. Pint came and then the chowder, no napkin, no knife for the butter etc. Chowder was nice, nothing special. Great location and potential - staff and service could have been better.

13/04/2026: There are places that feed you, and then there are places that gather you in, soften the edges of your day, and quietly insist that you stay. No. 17 in Schull does exactly that. The room is wrapped in a deep, almost edible green, the kind that feels grounding and a little indulgent all at once. Candlelight flickers everywhere, not for show, but for atmosphere, casting that gentle glow that makes everything feel more intimate, more delicious, more worth lingering over. We started with the black pudding and fried potato salad, which sounds robust and it is, but there’s a lightness of touch that lifts it. Crisp edges, soft centres, and that sharp brightness of pickled red onion cutting through in exactly the right way. It’s a dish that knows itself. Then the margherita, which is a reminder that simplicity, when done properly, is anything but simple. The tomato is clean and vivid, the fior di latte soft and yielding, the basil fragrant in that quiet, confident way. Nothing showy, just perfect balance. And the rustica, which leans into comfort without ever becoming heavy. Gubbeen sausage bringing depth, fried potato again because they understand pleasure, garlic threading through it all. Generous, warm, and deeply satisfying. What really stays with you, though, is Michelangelo. A gorgeous chat about produce, about care, about where things come from. No performance, just genuine love for what he’s serving. You feel it in every bite. It’s the kind of place you go for dinner and leave feeling looked after. And already planning your next visit.

03/04/2026: Everything is perfect. Pizza like in Italy. Service is one of the best I have seen so far

26/04/2026: Fabulously traditional Irish bar. Some lovely staff….

07/12/2025: Super cosy friendly pub in Schull.

11/12/2025: Although we had no booking we were received in the VIP sit down area, and what an experience that was. The atmosphere was delightful and only bettered by the 5 star service we received. Incredible experience. The beef black bean was delicious. Would highly recommend.

18/11/2025: For the prizes , the kind staff and variety it's wonderful, one couple are the owners and the chefs , real asiatic vibes