The best restaurants in Donegal

20/06/2026: Very good, me and Malin are coming back

11/06/2026: Cozy bar with friendly people Perfect place to end a visit to Malin Head. PS say hello to the singer of Moon River 😉

25/05/2026: Was here a few weeks ago for my sister's hen party and the staff were beyond accommodating, there was a large group of us and we were delayed in making our reservation however that was no issue to the lovely staff who had our table ready when we arrived. Food was wonderful as always, and the staff were lovely, would recommend for any small or large groups in the area, we hope to be back soon!

08/05/2026: We had a very nice dinner here. The waitstaff were super friendly and helpful. We got the salmon and the chicken supreme. Both were fantastic. We also got ice cream and the apple crumble for dessert. Again, both were fantastic. Also as a side note, they have great taste in music here. Do yourself a favor and go eat here.

08/07/2026: What can way say about The Lemon Tree that has not been already said. Top class fine dining. Superb menu with great service and a fabulous selection of wines. Family run. Great for #GlutenFree options . Booking essential

05/07/2026: ordered 2 steak dinners and the server very odd and no chat at all steak was very poor quality and so chewy especially for medium beef cut chips were tasteless and veg was beyond hard gravy was very nice thats about it

17/07/2026: Only tried here a few weeks ago and had the pizza every week since and think about it all the time lol. Chips were a bit on the hard side would prefer them softer, but only had them once so can't really judge. Staff are always so nice and friendly even when they are busy. My favourite spot atm

03/07/2026: Stopped here after walking the Moville Shore Path, a stunning 2.5 hour return walk from Moville to Greencastle (stops for pics and dog on beach included). Inside was packed and buzzing but we sat in a pod outside because we had a dog with us. The pizza was 😋 as was the very generously sized fish encased in the lightest, crispiest batter I have ever tasted! We ate here two nights in a row & will eat here again when we return soon to the stunning Inishowen Peninsula

21/07/2026: A night of music at CLANNAD's homepage

17/07/2026: Great food, big portions. If you are going you should book in advance. Be prepared to loose several hours checking out the pictures and awards on the walls.

19/07/2026: With my friend I visited the Donegal, and had a meal in the restaurant. We were served by Sean, he was friendly, and knowledgeable about the dishes on offer. I had the steak with garlic & potatoes, it was the best steak i have ever eaten in years. When I return to Donegal, and I will, I will dine in this restaurant again. Friendly service by the waitresses, thanks to all the team, especially in the kitchen on a hot day.

10/07/2026: Nicest meal I had in Donegal. Service was very good. Food was excellent. Highly recommend the cheesy garlic bread as a starter and either the seafood linguine or garlic steak for a main.

17/07/2026: A cozy local eatery that makes great food at a reasonable price. Locally, they are world-famous 😁. We had the delicious clam holder. Definitely worth the detour.

09/07/2026: This is a must see in Ballyliffin! Their chowder is phenomenal, of course, but they’ve also done an amazing job of mixing local cuisine with flavors from around the world. The fish tacos are my absolute favorite right now, since it’s the perfect mix of fish and chips and a little taste of being home in the US. Not to mention their amazing wait staff who make sure that everyone who walks in the door is made to feel at home while they’re inside. They’ve also done a great job of honoring the legacy of the barn while bringing in modern conveniences.

15/07/2026: We had a lovely time in this fascinating little bar/restaurant. We had the chowder which was very good. We also had the mackerel patty and hummus with tortillas very enjoyable. My wife had the sauvignon blanc which could have been colder. The Guinness was excellent and definitely one of the best points I enjoyed on our little road trip, so much so I had to have a second and it didn't disappoint. I highly recommend a visit to Nancy's and the town of Ardara.

13/07/2026: Cozy local pub, great atmosphere. Good food and friendly service. We were able to wait at the bar for a bit while we waited for a table. On Sundays, the kitchen closes a bit earlier, so be sure to be on time; it can get really busy, but it's worth it.

01/07/2026: Lovely restaurant with beautiful full length windows which let in lots of light. Plenty of parking at restaurant Delicious meal here this evening. Very pleasant staff.

28/06/2026: Here for a stag do dinner recently and each and everyone of us were impressed. The place looks amazing, the staff are very friendly and the food was 10/10. Would highly recommend the Treehouse

28/07/2026: Absolute smashing place to eat in, out in the middle of nowhere a dining experience to sample. Their set menu is fantastic.

16/07/2026: Overpriced West Donegal Restaurant Attracts Rich Americans Around 250 euro for dinner for two with wine. A high cost for many restaurants in Ireland, but especially so for one in rural west Donegal. That’s how much eating out at The Olde Glen Bar, Restaurant & Bia Box will set you back. Some Michelin-star restaurants cost less, which The Olde Glen Bar isn’t. The Ox restaurant, for example, winning a star for quite a few years now in scenic riverside Belfast, serves up a four-course dinner for about the same price as The Glen and it offers more choices, including poached lobster, lamb and halibut among its mains. Not to mention outstanding creativity and innovation of the dishes. Service at The Glen is efficient and friendly and plate presentation pleasing. But the dishes lack that special ‘wow’ factor clients have a right to expect for the hefty price tag. Starters were tasty but small and the pork and beef mains reasonable, though not memorable. Accompaniment of a few simple boiled potatoes and carrots was disappointing. Delicious dessert soufflé was the best dish on the menu. Ambience at The Glen is not fine dining, no tablecloth, more a cross-setting between bistro and pub, with seating sparse between clients a tad too close for comfort. Not much privacy there. Then why the high price? One reason, large groups of rich, golf-loving Americans, many working in the corporate high-finance sector (not everyoneTrump supporters, I should add, though I dare say there are quite a few), fly on chartered private jets from the US to Galway, then shift to luxury executive planes to Donegal’s Carrickfinn airport (ironic, considering the Irish Government recently threatened to stop flights for local people desperately needing to travel to Dublin for cancer treatments). These well-healed travellers then take private helicopters to the Rosapenna Resort, which fortunately for The Glen is only ten minutes away from the restaurant. One of reasons for the long waiting list for a table. For such wealthy people, 250 euro is a pittance. Keep in mind, they can write it off on expenses and reduce their taxes. For local people, it’s a helluva outlay of hard-earned cash. Why do the wealthy flock to Rosapenna? Simple. GOLF Magazine last year named St. Patrick’s Links at Rosapenna for the first time among the top 50 courses in the world. Sometimes, these high-spending golfers can make up the majority of clients at the restaurant. You’ll hear plenty of talk about birdies, eagles, handicaps, bogies, and, of course, drinks at the 19th hole. In summary, The Olde Glen Bar, Restaurant really needs to add more choices and a few surprises on the menu for a fairer return on price. Not to mention adding some style to the setting, considering many people (except well-off golfers) can only afford to dine there on special occasions. And cast aside that old trick of adding supplementary costs to starters and mains. With prices being high enough, is there any call for that? For a broader overview of the cuisine world in west Donegal, it’s best to try other well-established local restaurants such as Teac Jack (its menu features what is probably the best seafood chowder in Donegal), Caisleáin Óir (try the Ultimate Surf and Turf which includes Tomahawk steak), Leo’s Tavern (the chef’s Malaysian curry is excellent) and Danny Minnie’s (Silverhill half-duck with cassis sauce, fig and marsala chutney). These restaurants cost less than The Glen, the food is of a similar quality and there’s generally no long waiting list.

11/07/2026: My family and I went for afternoon tea today and we were shambolic and didn’t know where we wanted to sit and were generally being very annoying! So I wanted to say thank you Killian and Emily for their patience with us today! Killian especially had the patience of a saint with us and was so lovely to my mammy who was on crutches and the two young girls we had with us. Thanks for being so delightful to us, we really appreciate it!

09/07/2026: Fabulous hotel. The food is amazing with a great selection for breakfast, cookery demonstration and wine tasting. Staff are lovely and so helpful. Beautiful views of Lough Eske and the Bluestack mountains.

01/07/2026: A warm welcome at the Brewery Bar! We arrived late afternoon so could order from the early bird 2 course menu. We had nachos, and soup for starters, and roast dinner

28/06/2026: Lovely service!!!! Pints so creamy!!!

15/06/2026: Enjoyed a fantastic short spa break at Ballyliffen. Very warm welcome at reception. The hotel is spotless rooms bright and airey. Spa experience is just luxury at a more fair and reasonable price. There is also a health suite and a gym fully equipped. Food is to die for with portions very generous. A visit is definately recomended and views are breath taking. Staff are warm and friendly home from home relax in luxury.

11/06/2026: Excellent hotel been many times and never disappoints. Friendly staff and food is good, with good range of options at breakfast. Recent refurbishment has really helped make something good to an evening higher level. Highly recommend.

16/07/2026: Loved the place was having a low Sugar diabetes attack they help with can of coke and a chair and then I ordered my fish chips and curry sauce with tartar sauce 😋

15/07/2026: The best fish and chips I've ever had in my life. Such friendly service and unbelievable how tasty the food is! I will definitely be back. Highly recommend.

10/06/2026: Beautiful little gem in Malin Head...Food was excellent and staff really nice... Stop for food and amazing views..

02/06/2026: Fantastic location set in the beautiful County of Donegal, wonderful atmosphere and great Irish hospitality. Thanks to the owners and their staff.