The best restaurants in Donegal

13/04/2025: Great welcome, interesting and eclectic take on the best of Irish cuisine - with an occasional twist. We visited this restaurant after a good walk on Pollan beach and had a most enjoyable brunch. This restaurant should be visited and I understand that some reviewers were disappointed if it was overwhelmed by its popularity. Go early!

29/03/2025: Stopped here for breakfast whilst doing the Innishowen peninsula loop. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Super homely, welcoming & had a little stove lit. The breakfast was lovely, best fry I've had in a while. Everything was warm & to top it off the tea was nice. Would totally recommend stopping for breakfast if you are passing by.

23/04/2025: Some of the best food I have ever eaten - a must vist for anybody appreciates good food!

20/04/2025: Been looking forward to this for a long time and it didn't disappoint. Ciaran sweeney tended to each and every plate before they went out with artistic flair. His team work tirelessly and with no shouting that i sometimes see in open kitchens. The food is world class. Cormac and floor staff were fantastic. Gorgeous destination restaurant, attached to my Grandads favourite bar. Make it your business to book and go.

03/04/2025: Absolutely brilliant was made to feel extremely welcome and food was brilliant

15/02/2025: Called in to Farren's on the recommendation of a local lady we met walking at Malin Head. Did not disappoint - the food was amazing (can seriously recommend the "best of both" or the seafood chowder!). A seriously good pint of Guinness was delivered in no time, and the largest coffee and hot chocolate order they'd ever had set us all on the road again. Staff were really nice, the bar was cosy and we could have sat in beside that log burner all day. A really great find and will definitely be back!

11/04/2025: Hard to beat . Everything was just right

19/03/2025: Great food and drink. Staff very helpful and give you a warm welcome. Thoroughly recommended

25/04/2025: Booked a table for 8 of us. We arrived early but our table was ready. We all had mixture of starters, mains and deserts. Wine, beer and soft drinks. Our meal was absolutely perfect. All 8 meals perfect, very attentive staff. Really impressive evening.

22/04/2025: This is a very classy restaurant where everything is done well. When we walked in the door it felt calm, classy and confident. We were greeted warmly by the young staff who had a quiet confidence and who provided impeccable service over the course of the evening. Even on a wet Wednesday evening the restaurant was busy. The food was absolutely delicious, presented beautifully and the flavours were sublime. We thoroughly enjoyed our evening in The Lemon Tree and it clearly deserves all the awards and accolades it has received.

20/04/2025: Another beautiful breakfast. Fantastic service, delicious food. Food served quickly which is fantastic when you've kids.

31/03/2025: Majella & Ethan were brilliant, and the food was so so delicious

07/04/2025: The food here is really good. A very good breakfast with lovely roasted potatoes. Had lunch once really good homemade food. Very friendly staff.

06/04/2025: For 10€ the portion was much larger than expected. It was nice to have a vegan option clearly labeled. I enjoyed the spice level.

05/04/2025: Omg - what a fab place. Amazing meal. The chef toured the tables speaking to all the customers and the quality of the food and service is decide to none. Highly recommend!

02/04/2025: Having been recommended The Boathouse by many local people, we saved this for our special night out during our holiday. Unfortunately it did not live up to expectations and although part of our bill was refunded, our night was ruined. Our crispy salt and chili squid arrived soggy and lukewarm. It was replaced and the new dish was hot, crispy and delicious. We then both splashed out and ordered the fish/seafood platter at 40€ a head. This was supposed to comprise of seven different fishes and seafood including monkfish. Now I’ve eaten a lot of monkfish in my time and could not identify this amongst any of the fish on that plate. Also, there appeared to be a fish missing and when I confronted the chef, he told us the boats didn’t come in till Friday so they were short of fish until then??? My husband ordered fries instead of the side dish of vegetables but these didn’t arrive until after we’d finished our meal. There were three different types of potato served on this dish and although I appreciate this is Ireland, it was supposed to be a fish dish, not a potato one. All in all not the evening we’d planned and we were back home by 19.45!

31/03/2025: Lovely little restaurant overlooking Donegal Bay. Food was very good and prices were reasonable. Small concise menu covered each food group. The dessert menu was very extensive and the deserts were delicious. Warm friendly service and attentive waitress. A very pleasant experience.

29/03/2025: Ate here tonight, absolutely brilliant. Was very well looked after by Jo and the team and the food was first class. Had the bruschetta to start followed by the crab linguine. Seriously people, if you do not eat here, it is your loss. SERIOUSLY!

09/04/2025: Caifé Kitty is an absolute gem of a spot. Really good menu with loads of options for every appetite, it was very difficult to narrow down the choices. The food was absolutely top class, I’ll be dreaming of the Fish & Chips until I get back again ❤️ Maith thú.

04/01/2025: Excellent family run Cafe. Friendly, fast and efficient and value for money. I visit frequently and have no hesitation in recommending a visit here, if only for a coffee.

17/04/2025: First customers in on a Thursday morning. No idea what to expect, and the owner welcomed us warmly. We ordered the Charlie's breakfast that had great sausage, ham and "white pudding" along with beans and an egg. Unusual breakfast for an American but delicious. Good coffee, too. The lady chef came out to ask us how everything tasted and we both expressed our pleasure. Family friendly atmosphere. All the customers and staff knew each other. Special place.

08/04/2025: Came across this cafe by accident, a great surprise, food was brilliant and at a very good price,outstanding

19/04/2025: We stopped in for lunch and to get warm after exploring out in the chilly rain. What an amazing find. There happened to be a table right next to the fireplace where we could sit and warm up. 8th generation young man who runs the restaurant with his siblings, took great care of us and the food was fabulous, including soups, and gluten-free fish and chips

08/01/2025: Great place for pints and oysters

12/04/2025: Booked a table easily online here during our stay in Donegal. My husband and I shared the spiced king prawn starter, he had the hot n spicy pizza and I had the harbour fishcakes with a side of onion rings and they were delicious and very filling! We were seated and served very quickly by friendly and welcoming staff. I would highly recommend coming here to eat if you're ever in Donegal.

11/04/2025: Visited Donegal last week and had a fantastic dinner at The Harbour. We unknowingly arrived on a holiday (Mother's day!) and they fit in our group of 5 even though they were booked up with reservations. Our waiter Cahir was exceptional, patient and very knowledgeable about dietary restrictions and allergies. Food and atmosphere was phenomenal, and it was a lovely welcome to Donegal. Would highly recommend!!

06/04/2025: Really delicious food nearby a stunning place

04/04/2025: Best battered fish 🐠 . Love it.

01/11/2024: Been a few times over the years which have been fantastic. However this time wasn't great since they moved location. Chips clearly frozen, fish ok but scamp was tough. Not sure what happened this time

29/10/2024: Very disappointed after hearing all the hype about this place, fish and chips were not great batter not nice ,scampi was the worst I've ever had in my life ,only ate two pieces as it was like chewing rubber it was completely disgusting and was clearly overlooked .Won't be trying again.