The best restaurants in Donegal

18/11/2025: Awesome stuff! Great “craic” with an excellently poured Guinness! I did the seafood chowder and it was incredible. Highly recommended!

16/11/2025: Great spot for refreshment and food after walking around Malin head.

27/10/2025: Best meal we have had in a long time. Food was absolutely amazing, the cocktails were top class. Couldn’t fault the lemon tree from start to finish

26/10/2025: A restaurant where I eat superbly. Its dishes are full of great flavors and amazing combinations of ingredients. The service is very attentive, friendly, and very patient with the diners. The atmosphere surrounding the place is magical, and with the great selection of songs, the atmosphere becomes a charming place. The facilities are very clean and very well-equipped. The only reason I don't give it 5 stars is because of the price, which is a bit high, to be honest. But if you're in the city, I recommend trying this very special experience, even if it's just once. I recommend ordering the pasta with vegetables and the seafood gratin; they are the two best things I tried.

08/11/2025: Everyone there was lovely. The food was delicious. The atmosphere was unbeatable. Would love to come back again.

29/10/2025: We love the chowder, it's the best. And the desserts are delicious. Plus, the staff was very friendly.

20/09/2025: Great pub, hospitable owner, just like an Irish pub should be, with its interior, charming little lounges, and relaxed atmosphere. Tip: For those who are tall or large, mind your head as you enter the pub with a slight bow.

07/09/2025: Holy cow! Who would think that a bar, a bar way in the hills, would produce such incredibly good food. I'd give it 6 or 7 stars if I could. It is worth the drive. A real destination restaurant. Compliments to all the staff that made our dinner for 40 so unbelievably good. Two 👍

22/10/2025: Nice pub. The bartender is funny and really helpful. The decoration is interesting. And the Irish coffee is really nice.

12/10/2025: The most incredible, the most beautiful, and the warmest of all the pubs we discovered throughout our road trip in Ireland. This one is a true gem, the owner's former house, which is actually a series of small rooms worth visiting, each one retaining its old-world charm, with knick-knacks, a piano, an old desk, period photos, and more. A true gem ♥️

19/11/2025: Beautiful restaurant using local produce, really friendly, professional and helpful staff. Would recommend highly as we eat here often. Recently attended their Long Table event- superb food & wine. Maith sibh.

17/11/2025: Was recommending the Narrow quarter by a friend that recently moved to the area and it did not disappoint! Menu was great lots of lovely options. The service was nice and friendly and the food was really delicious, I had the sea bass and it was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be back again :)

30/10/2025: Went here on recommendation and weren't disappointed. I had the Pork Belly Noodles, my wife had the Monkfish Scampi and my son the Smash Burger. He was mightily impressed with onion ring inside the 🍔. If we're in the area again, we'll definitely go back. Top place.

14/10/2025: Fantastic place! It would have a Bib Gourmand for sure if it was in a metro population area. Bob runs a great shop, Chef is very creative and has a great menu. The cocktails and wine list is top notch. If you are anywhere near the Buncrana/inishowen area, you have to visit this place, I can assure that you won't be disappointed.

10/11/2025: A lovely traditional setting in a lovely town. The food was delicious with a great variety. Can't wait for a return visit.

27/10/2025: Grand spot. Restraunt by day and pub by night. Good service and great food in a relaxing setting. Booking needed when it's busy

04/11/2025: Beautiful little cafe on a wee side street. Always visit here with my cousins when i visit home! Beautiful interior, fresh baked goos and foods & friendly staff. What more could you ask for! A must visit if passing through Rathmullan.

27/10/2025: Gorgeous bakery, we got coffees and bakes as take away. I had a cheese and ham croissant and my husband had a Bakewell and fruit tart. Beautiful bakes! We were in a rush but if we had time we would have sat i, the dining room was really lovely with nice seating and a nautical theme.

20/11/2025: Absolutely amazing, fantastic experience 5⭐️

19/11/2025: Just a spectacular hotel nestled in the Bluestack Mountains. I've always wanted to come here and it doesn't disappoint. We have a Lakeside Balcony room with the most peaceful and tranquil view of the lake. The food and the service are superb.

12/09/2025: There was a place across the street at the time that had way better food, service, atmosphere & decor. Dom's Pier 1! Hopefully it reopens! This place was decent, I found it less in comparison but still a good meal. Its flashy on the outside so I guess that attracts people. The meal at Doms had way better value for the money though & the man serving us seemed to actually care, which is rather hard to find in Irish restaurants!

11/09/2025: Amazing, value for money. Outstanding food. The host, Shaun & his staff are a credit to the hospitality industry. Customer service is second to none.

03/11/2025: Always a super meal and pint here - crab toes are a must!

30/10/2025: We stayed two nights at Seaview Tavern during our Malin Head trip, and it was just perfect! The room was clean, cozy, and had a lovely sea view. Both breakfast and dinner were delicious, and the bar downstairs had a great local vibe, we really enjoyed our pints there each evening. The staff were so friendly and attentive, and Mike, the owner, is simply amazing - always around for a chat and full of great local tips. A true Donegal gem with genuine Irish hospitality. Highly recommended whether you are visiting Malin Head or exploring the Wild Atlantic Way. We will definitely be back!

12/10/2025: The service was amazing and the owner Joe(f) was beyond welcoming. We had been walking the square for 40 min trying find a place that didnt require a reservation. She took one look at us, smiled and said," I know ypur good people" and let us in 1. The food was amazing. My wife and brother had haddock and the hake fish dishes. I had the chicken chorizo rigatonni and all the dishes were super fresh and delicious. 2. Service was impeccable and gracious. Joe herself came by with a kind word and a smile 3. The atmosphere was pleasant and warming. Cozy without bumping elbows or overhearing others conversations. After the meal we talked with the owner for 5 min. Just the nicest woman you could ever hope to meet. Will always go back when in town!!!

12/10/2025: We came upon this place from a recommendation from someone we met on the street. This place is a gem just off the beaten path of main street. We came in close to closing time, but we were accepted as if they just opened up. Quite the change from other places. The food was great and the service was nothing short of outstanding. We had the pleasure of meeting and chatting with Jo the owner, and I must say, you will not find a more caring soul. She has passion for what she does, but more than that, she is a great person with an infectious smile. If you are cranky, don't bother coming, as Jo only accepts good people with a positive disposition. I would highly recommend Quay West, and we will definitely be back. If in Donegal, ask for a good seat from Jo!

11/11/2025: Nice food, exceptionally nice young people serving.

05/11/2025: best scone and breakfast i have ever had!!!

10/11/2025: Everything was perfect till 10pm then the music started, ok its a wedding but it went on till 2am and the base drum banged out 180 beats per minute like a rave only it was country music mostly then, people chatting and laughing till after 4am. Other than that is was wonder with beautiful views friendly and efficient staff more than ample parking fantastic spa and gym suite

06/11/2025: Just back from three nights at the Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa. We had a great time enjoying our stay including swimming a couple of times in the pool and getting massaged by the bubbles in the jacuzzi. Must give Jacks bar and restaurant and the breakfast staff a mention for friendly service.