The best restaurants in Letterkenny

08/05/2026: The restaurant is conveniently located beside a parking area, making it extremely accessible and eliminating the difficulty of finding street parking. It is less than a three-minute walk from the parking lot, which added to the overall convenience of the experience. Most importantly, this was genuinely one of the finest dining experiences I have had in my life. My mother and I visited while on vacation to celebrate her birthday after the restaurant was highly recommended by our Airbnb hosts, and it exceeded every expectation. I ordered the duck, while my mother chose the chicken, and both dishes were exceptional. In nearly 40 years of travel and dining experiences, I can confidently say the quality of both the food and service ranks among the very best I have encountered. Although I was unaware that reservations were required, the staff graciously accommodated us despite my oversight. Their professionalism, kindness, and attentiveness made the evening especially memorable. Every dish was beautifully prepared and full of flavor, with food that was both refined and comforting. The desserts were perfectly balanced and not overly sweet, and the wine selection was outstanding. From the cuisine to the hospitality, every aspect of the experience was exceptional. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting the area. Thank you to the entire staff for providing such a memorable evening — it was truly appreciated.

30/03/2026: Made reservation online to have dinner here. They require a card and will charge a fee for cancellations. Service in the restaurant was excellent. They brought us to our table immediately, offered to store our coats, served water immediately. After we ordered food, we were served some canapés which were delicious. We ordered crispy fishcakes to share, duck breast and the slow cooked beef cheek bourguigion. Everything was perfectly cooked and tasted amazing. 💯

06/05/2026: The place alone is worth the visit.

03/05/2026: Tried this play as part of my stag, The manager was very nice! The staff very friendly, try the signature pizza. Amazing!

08/05/2026: Food was best tasty and hot, good portion size

08/05/2026: Service was good and food was hot

05/01/2026: Good food, fast service, place looks beautiful.

05/01/2026: Food was excellent and the employees were really nice and friendly:)

02/11/2025: Great staff very friendly and work efficiently. Restaurant is clean Food was ok, massive portions (make smaller portions for a cheaper price) 2 of us ate here, we got a burger and fires each ,a portion of wings, 2 drinks and 3 dips. It came to over €60. Very expensive for whats basically chipper food. Burgers are called smashed burgers on the menu but it's just a bit of beef flattened. A smash burger should have crispy edges the meat should be caramelised.

26/10/2025: First time here was unsure what to expect. Book in advance(had to eait 15 minutes a walk in. Server seated us and didnt explain that you order at the counter. When I went up and ordered,when we asked for loaded chips as a side,they didnt make it easy but we got there, but a friend with us asked for the sqme and wasnt able to. Food was good,portions decent and good range on the menu

25/04/2026: Unreal food, got the BBQ honey chicken wings they were amazing had to get some more to take home. Lovely friendly staff.

12/04/2026: One of my favourite places to drop in for a nice lunch/Dinner. First thing I noticed was comfortable seating area and good atmosphere, 2nd was great customer service, I have been in a few times over the winter when people were not in the best of humour due to cold rainy gloomy weather outside, however the manager has never failed to be friendly and good humoured and makes an effort to talk to everyone that walks in the door he is an asset to the business, the food is fantastic, very tasty, great to have parking outside too nice and easy access. This is a case of its not just the food, it's the people that make the business!

21/05/2026: Our visit here was a lovely experience. The food the staff the place itself were all excellent. What else can I say. If you are a whiskey drinker, the owner also has a distillery and their whiskey is very good too. My favourite was the version called Alba.

19/05/2026: Food was standard fare, not particularly amazing but not terrible. Service from a few staff was great but our waiter ignored our table even after we asked for dessert menus-he continue to go around every table but ours. After 10 minutes of waiting, we paid and left. Most if the diners were elderly-reminded me of restaurants in Florida-standard mediocre food, tired decor, and a clientele that doesn’t mind any of that.

03/05/2026: Beautiful food! All three of us loved our meal, wish this restaurant was closer to home but we would definitely visit again if and when we visit letterkenny again!

27/04/2026: Little gem in Letterkenny. Stumbled upon this gastropub by chance. Had a lovely breakfast here. Great atmosphere.

24/04/2026: €6 pp for bowling. Can't go wrong for that price

13/04/2026: Great place to plan big group laser tag games, bowling, loads of kids gaming options. Opens up units midnight Had a great time with a group of 20+ adults and kids

08/05/2026: Lovely spot for a drink. Cocktails were great!

15/02/2026: We had our valentines dinner and drinks here and the food was incredible!! We couldn’t fault anything and our waitress (Josephine) was so attentive and kind! Loved the atmosphere, will 100% be back😊

05/10/2025: Best pizza ive had in a long time. Sister hired these guys for their wedding and everybody loved the pizzas

18/08/2025: We stopped at this food truck by chance. Being Italian, we were a bit prejudiced, but...the pizza was amazing! Very good, and above all, with top-quality ingredients! The pizza chef was super kind and helpful, and he let us know the cooking time right away. Highly recommended! If you see it around, I recommend stopping by! The bar in the back serves drinks: top-notch Guinness!

13/09/2025: Been meaning to get over to this place for a while! Landed over a little late, but was still able to get a feed….and bhoi was it worth it!! You’ll not find pork ribs and belly anywhere like this…juicey, tender and unbelievable flavour…. Friendly service Too notch food Nothing like it around here.. Two thumbs up

06/09/2025: Food was amazing and owner was very friendly

23/12/2025: We stayed in a room at the front of the hotel and the noise from the cars was not great. Not the hotels fault.

20/12/2025: This is our 12th visit to Dillon’s we love it here it’s right in the centre easily accessible to everything. Staff are wonderful and warm. They do great deals on stays. Fabulous scones too 😍 delicious choice for breakfast and newly refurbished. Win win.

01/10/2025: Letterkenny seems blessed with lovely cafes, and this is no exception. Welcomed our little dog as well and gave him a treat.

18/09/2025: Great coffee and excellent breakfast.