The best restaurants in Donegal
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9,3
841 Reviews |
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Farren's
Ballygorman
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.
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9,1
1424 Reviews |
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Lemon Tree
Letterkenny
30/11/2025: The restaurant was absolutely gorgeous — elegant, warm, and perfectly inviting.
The food was outstanding from start to finish. Each dish was beautifully presented and bursting with flavor, clearly made with fresh ingredients and real care.
Customer service was just as impressive. The team was friendly, attentive, and professional throughout our visit. A special mention has to go to Richard, whose warmth and enthusiasm made our experience even more memorable. He went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. Obrigada, Ricardo!
Overall, it was a flawless dining experience — exceptional food, wonderful service, and a stunning atmosphere. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a special night out.
15/11/2025: Fabulous food from a local favorite. Lovely interior yet comfortable. Family run and friendly. The lamb and beef were beautifully spiced with great vegetables. Charming potato sides. Vegetable soup was delicate and rich. Priced well for the quality of food and experience. Looks so normal from the outside! Parking is in an old structure across the street.
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9,1
1061 Reviews |
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The Olde Glen
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 👍
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9,1
2110 Reviews |
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Nancy’s Barn
Ballyliffin
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.
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9,0
1469 Reviews |
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Nancy's
Ardara
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 ♥️
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9,0
650 Reviews |
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The Narrow Quarter Bistro & Coffeehouse
Carrowkeel
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 :)
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8,9
610 Reviews |
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Ubiquitous
Buncrana
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.
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8,9
1687 Reviews |
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Rosato's
Moville
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
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8,9
906 Reviews |
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Belles kitchen
Rathmullen
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.
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2537 Reviews |
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Harvey's Point
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.
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8,7
920 Reviews |
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Harbour Restaurant
Donegal
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.
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8,7
1546 Reviews |
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Seaview Tavern
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!
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8,7
853 Reviews |
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Quay West
Donegal
04/12/2025: Stepped in for a bite with a vegan pall and wasn’t disappointed. Patatas bravas and wings nice. Lots more choice so will defo be returning
21/11/2025: Had a wonderful meal and experience, Jo was an absolute ⭐ took such good care of us down to every last detail ! Will be back again soon ! 😇
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8,7
745 Reviews |
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Blueberry Tea Room
Donegal
11/11/2025: Nice food, exceptionally nice young people serving.
05/11/2025: best scone and breakfast i have ever had!!!
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8,7
1308 Reviews |
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Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa
Ballyliffin
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.