The best restaurantsof irish in Donegal

20/03/2026: Great place for typical food. We had a delicious crab sandwich. Very friendly bartender 🦀

19/03/2026: Incredible place full of friendly people. The food was wonderful and the views to die for. A must see if you take a trip to Ireland!

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. 💯

28/03/2026: Excellent fine dining cooked with local produce.

31/01/2026: Best pub I’ve ever been to. Truly special atmosphere — warm, welcoming, and wonderfully authentic. We loved chatting with the patriarch of the bar and had such a great time talking with the locals as well — one of those places where conversation just naturally happens. A big thanks to Alan for the drinks — we’ll buy the rounds next time. The bartender, one of the owner’s daughters, was absolutely lovely, and sitting by the fire made the whole evening extra cozy. We’ll definitely be back — and next time we’re making sure it’s on a night when food is being served, because we hear it’s not to be missed.

08/01/2026: Nancy’s Bar in Ardara is the kind of establishment that captures the soul of Donegal the moment you step through its traditional red doors. This family-run gem manages to feel both like a step back in time and a masterclass in modern hospitality. ​The highlight of our visit was undoubtedly the fantastic full selection of oysters. Brimming with the fresh, saline bite of the Atlantic, they were expertly shucked and served with a precision that honors the quality of the local catch. Following this, the open prawn sandwich was a delight generous portions of succulent prawns resting on hearty bread paired perfectly with a bowl of seafood chowder. The chowder was velvety and packed with flavor, avoiding the common pitfall of being overly floury. ​ While the pub's popularity means it can get quite snug and bustling during peak hours potentially leading to a short wait for a table the atmosphere is so authentically warm that you hardly mind. The service is efficient yet retains that genuine Irish charm that makes you feel like a regular. Nancy’s isn't trying to be a polished gastro-pub; it’s a characterful, honest sanctuary for seafood lovers. It remains an essential stop for anyone traveling the Wild Atlantic Way.

19/02/2026: Great spot for great food in wonderful surroundings!

03/02/2026: Amazing. Me weans liked the food 🤤 Bacon was yummy 🤤 The machine that turned was even more yummy🤤↪️

21/03/2026: Unbelievable is an understatement! The lady serving us is well versed in the menu and is able to describe perfectly what you will get. The presence from all staff was brilliant. Everybodys meal (at our table) was fantastic and I know because I tried them all. Great authentic atmosphere in a unique setting. Superb value for money as well. Trust me on the guinea fawl !

20/03/2026: Simply cannot rate this place more highly. There bar downstairs a delight too. Food is completely original and off the charts.

01/01/2026: Breakfast on New Year's Day, wonderful experience

29/12/2025: Loved my vegan breakfast here! Generous portion (a massive plate of seasoned potato cubes!) w/ complimentary coffee, and they stock oat milk! Friendly service and a very warm welcome as you enter! Note: it is cash only, so keep this in mind if you plan a visit!

03/02/2026: Ah lads… Hold up there. I know that we are blessed to live in a country where fresh produce is abundant, and good chefs are numerous… BUT… when you’re lucky enough to eat somewhere that has both of these things, the result is the culinary holy grail. Quay West in Donegal Town is most definitely one of these places… A beautifully diverse menu that showcases the best of Irish beef (Brazilian, Brashmillion…) delicate Italian pasta dishes, and even ventures into a wonderfully fragrant Indonesian curry. Being as close as they are to Killybegs, I couldn’t pass the freshness of the Kinnegar battered Haddock, with fresh tartar sauce and pea purée… Christ. That’s all. The fish must have hopped out of the water of his own accord, and got a taxi from the pier in Killybegs straight in to the Quay West kitchen, and begged to be battered… and being in Donegal, what better battering than a Kinnegar batter?!?! It was utter perfection, complimented by a perfectly tart tartar, and smooth pea which was definitely in several of the 40 shades of green. Also at our table were dishes of Chicken Parmigiana, curry, and the most incredible zesty crab and courgette linguine… I’m not sure what magic was worked to make this sooooo light, but Angels definitely wept. The delicate lightness of the lobster cream was unreal… if this was the base for a chowder or bisque, it would be unbeatable. If you happen to be lucky enough to be in Donegal at dinner time, do NOT pass this place by. The staff are friendly without being too overly attentive, and the view is nearly as perfect as the food. THIS Quay West, is much better than the other Key West, and doesn’t take as long to get to. 13/10 for fresh fishiness. Will dine again. Nomnomnom…

02/02/2026: Really great restaurant in Donegal Town. We were looked after from the moment we walked in the door and right throughout the evening. The menu was wide and varied with plenty of choice for everyone. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable and despite being busy, everything was under control and there was no long wait for our food. Hadn't eaten there before but will definitely be back. Really nice atmosphere. Thanks to Jo and team for a lovely evening.

17/02/2026: Went in for lunch, it stood out as very high quality and good value, will definetly be back

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

25/02/2026: Stayed there with my wife and son for three nights. The room was excellent and spotless clean. The food was of a very high standard and were very helpful. I would highly recommend the bridge inn.

09/02/2026: Great place nice and cozy and clean self catering was good and food around town was excellent.

06/01/2026: Incredible from start to finish. Friendly staff. Top Notch food. Had the pork belly and market fish pan fried salmon.

24/11/2025: I have dined here dozens of times from groups to solo visits and not once has Bob and his crew disappointed! Top class and we are lucky to have them in the area.

22/03/2026: Food was fabulous 😍 staff are great craic and the ambients is spot on

15/03/2026: 4 of us had dinner last nite. Bill was €160+ My prawn cocktail no wheaten bread. My creamy cheesy stuffed chicken not stuffed, with scoop of very bland mashed potato. Fajitas very little portion beef not sizzling. Duck presented on plate on its own with a spoon of gravy. Chicken curry just chicken no onions or mushrooms or anything in it. served with no poppadoms, stated on menu. Had to ask twice for cutlery. And also had to ask if there was any chips or veg or potatoes with the duck. Was asked 'you want some chips n veg' we were all very disappointed and when we spoke to the staff all we were told was ,"sorry about that, only started so I don't know.' We could see into the kitchen and the young staff all seemed to be just on their phones and not bothering about the diners. The duck made us all laugh. A piece of duck on a plate on its own with a spoon of gravy. This is the worst experience we have had at Mccaffertys and we have eaten there before but def won't be back. Staff were lifting salt n pepper cellars from tables while we were still eating. Soooo disappointed.

01/03/2026: A great experience overall; the food was of a very high standard. I had the warm chicken Caesar salad, which was excellent, and my partner thoroughly enjoyed her burger. The atmosphere was very pleasant, and showing Premier League games was a good touch. Notably we were served by Leah, who gave us a clear and concise explanation of the specials and was genuinely pleasant and provided professional service throughout the entire lunch.

28/02/2026: Nice interior, friendly service, mediocre food and practically toxic coffee that tastes like it came from a filthy machine.

23/12/2025: Fantastic coffee, foot and service all located in a super scenic location!! Delicious mince pies also

29/11/2025: We really enjoyed our visit to the cafe. The food is great and the staff are very helpful and friendly. Definitely worth a visit if you're passing

14/03/2026: Staff were very hospitable and kind. Food absolutely delicious.

12/03/2026: Great dinner. We ate very well. The portions were generous. The staff were attentive.

02/04/2026: The staff were incredibly friendly and very attentive to my food allergy, ensuring I had a safe and delicious meal. After our wonderful dinner we were kindly invited to move to a table by the fireplace to enjoy some drinks. We had a fantastic evening and would highly recommend this pub/restaurant.

13/03/2026: Great service and spectacular food, as always 😋😋😋