The best restaurants in Clifden

30/03/2026: We had a very good meal, and the portions were generous. The price wasn't excessive. We thoroughly enjoyed our evening and returned the following evening. We recommend this restaurant.

20/03/2026: It's a shame they forgot the bread, otherwise it would have been perfect. I recommend it.

05/10/2025: The waitress was quite rude, the scone and the sandwich were dry and the soup was like spicy baby food. Disappointing.

01/10/2025: 6 out of 5 stars! Wow, you won't want to leave. If you love sweets 😀 The display alone is a dream and absolutely delicious.

24/10/2025: TOTALLY UNRELIABLE On August 10th, I booked Vaughans Pub/Accommodation (Clifden) through the Booking platform for €90, and the reservation was confirmed. On August 11th, the property sent me this message: "Hi, Sadly, due to an error, this room is not available on your chosen date. To avoid charges, we suggest you cancel this booking. Apologies for any inconvenience. Regards, Vaughans." Moral of the story: the day before leaving for Ireland, I was forced to cancel my reservation at this B&B on Booking (otherwise, adding insult to injury, I'd have to pay for it) and look for alternative accommodations, so as not to risk having to sleep in my car. I found accommodation (for €160), located in a different location and far from Clifden, which forced me to change my travel itinerary (a lot). When I complained about this inappropriate behavior and asked for a refund of at least the €70 difference, both Vaughans and Booking refused, or even bothered to respond. I contacted my lawyers, who told me that since the property is outside Italy, suing them for damages is a waste of time. Oh, I forgot: during my planned stay, the Connemara Pony Show was taking place in Clifden, so the town was full of tourists... Need I say more? I'm writing for the record.

09/02/2026: On my first ever visit to Clifden which took place last week, we found ourselves popping into Griffin's bar for some lunch. I had the best fish pie I've had since I don't know when. Marion enjoyed a nice steak sandwich. Both David & John made us feel very welcome. Then a local 82year old mad entertained us with a quick dancing demo. Apparently he also recites poetry and you might even get a song out of him! It was a memorable experience and made all the better when David ran us up to see the Sky Road (if you get the chance to see it you'll understand why it's called the sky road.) I can't wait to visit Clifden and Griffin's bar again. Couldn't recommend it enough, thanks David & John.

26/10/2025: Why is Griffins not serving alcohol??

14/08/2025: Great all round, our man Ivan knows his stuff. Chatty & intersting but not intrusive lovely suggestions on wine. We will be back. Get that restaurant back open with the smoker 😁 Maith thú x

12/08/2025: Thoroughly looking forward to stopping here again to source some delicious wine. A useful spot in Ireland for a nice bottle of your choosing. Fingers crossed we see the restaurant again soon but for now, a charming wine shop with some snacks. Thank you

04/04/2026: The servers were very friendly and the food was very good, homemade and full of flavor with fresh vegetables.

06/02/2026: I've had Chinese food all over Ireland, England and America and this is my favourite Chinese out of everywhere. The House Special curry is the most delicious curry I've ever had (ask for it extra spicy). It's been great for years.