The best restaurantsof irish in Donegal

23/02/2026: The Drift Inn is a brilliant spot — especially for the rugby. There’s always a great atmosphere on match days, plenty of energy, and good banter all around. The pizzas are excellent when they’re on (definitely worth getting), though they’re not always available — so worth checking ahead. Great staff, friendly crowd, and proper good craic. A top local.

29/11/2025: Great atmosphere, great staff, great Guinness what more do you need

15/03/2026: The bar was really busy but we got a table with not much of a wait. The staff are friendly and helpful. The food was delicious will definitely be returning. 👌

20/02/2026: Amazing ambiance and very friendly staff. Delicious food and excellent service 🤩😍 💯 recommended place

19/02/2026: We had our wedding here 30yrs ago and we celebrated our pearl wedding anniversary last weekend ❤️ Everything from walking in the front door, to the rooms, food and breakfast was excellent 😀 Irene and Caroline could not do enough to make our stay a very memorable event as their mother Mary had done 30yrs ago. 5 stars 🌟

14/02/2026: A wonderful place to stay, relax, and get away. The food is excellent, and the customer service is great I will definitely be back

08/02/2026: Always has great food first class but honestly the staff need to be trained as empty tables sitting dirty shouldn't happen and staff need to make sure customers are ok and shouldn't have to chase up your drinks order 10 minutes later

05/02/2026: A great family run hotel in the heart of Buncrana.

02/03/2026: We had the best time in cresslough and enjoyed all our lovely meals at Roses bar for the two nights we were there. Above all we had great service from one of the staff ( Andrew)he was so friendly and helpful especially when we couldn't decide what to have he gave a few suggestions.. I would totally drive back to enjoy the food. It was more than 10/10 for us👌. Thank you

09/01/2026: We stopped into Roses for some food when passing and visitors to the area, we arrived 15 minutes before the restaurant area was open so we allowed we would get a drink in the bar while we waited. The staff brought down menus to us and took our order really quickly, which was appreciated. Food came really quickly, very tasty and real good portions. Cosy bar and restaurant. Would definitely return if back in the area. Highly recommend.

08/08/2025: While on our honeymoon in Ireland, Ireland by Bike suggested we dine at Yellow Pepper. So glad we did, the atmosphere is so cozy, the food was amazing. We had the opportunity to meet the owner Kieran who is a gem! Chris and Kerrilee

05/08/2025: Visited Letteykenny in Ireland for a short break, had seen reviews. Definitely have to book so popular. Lovely options to choose from. Decided to go straight to the main, I had the lamb shank special of the day, The lamb just fell off the bone, buttery mash with good selection of vegetables, some as purée,and a tasteful jus to bring it all together. My husband had the cod with fish pie, a beautiful chunky piece, definitely a hot pie with creamy mash. Both our plates were completely cleaned. I had the meringue with fresh fruit and compote, meringue crispy and chewy just the way it should be. A lovely atmosphere in the restaurant. Staff were very attentive and polite. Very good value as well. Would definitely recommend The Yellow.Pepper

24/02/2026: We had the worst stay in a hotel room for decades. The room was so uncomfortably hot that we had to sleep with the window wide open and drapes opened. Do this created another major issue.shining directly into the window were two huge security lights which are on 24/7. The radiator in the room was OFF and it was not possible to turn down/off the A/C. I made this complaint on checking out and was assured someone would call, NOTHING!!! When my daughter and I arrived slightly later than we expected but in plenty of time to use the thermal suite we'd booked however because we had traveled a fair distance, we asked if we could move back our booking(thermal suite) 1 hour to 4pm We were told emphatically NO as it was fully booked. This was a LIE. No one was booked in at 4pm. When we left at 4.12 not a single person had arrived to use it! The only thing good about this hotel was the bar food, That's it. Try somewhere else if you actually want to sleep at night

21/02/2026: From the moment we arrived at Villa Rose, we were welcomed by such a warm and friendly atmosphere. The hotel has a genuinely inviting feel that immediately makes you feel at home. I had a massage booked with Gemma, and she was absolutely amazing — incredibly professional and wonderfully relaxing. I felt completely at ease afterwards. A truly lovely experience and I would happily stay again.

25/11/2025: ITS SO GOOD HERE !! 👍 staff SUPER nice and kind 5 stars

22/11/2025: the delivery was late 30min and the food smelled and tasted like old dirty cooking oil… inedible

27/03/2026: Cozy fire, tasty pint, kind people, and Irish spoken at the snugs. Get the local seafood chowder and breaded mushrooms!

21/01/2026: Had a fantastic lunch....10 of us were in we preordered thru Caroline, nothing was an issue for her, thoroughly enjoyed and will be back

06/12/2025: Visited today and greeted by very rude waitress. I would not rush back

26/03/2026: We had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The staff were friendly and welcoming, always ready to help. The room was clean and comfortable. Great location. I highly recommend it to others!

23/03/2026: Hotel needs a bit of rinnovation, hall ways carpet and decor worn. Chairs at the bar stained. Small rooms with old fashion furniture, bathroom shower small. Basic food, poor food presentation and limited selection between bar menus and restaurant. Basic breakfast no variety of selection unless you looks for cereals, no continental options if you aren't interested for irish breakfast you have limited options. Despite this the staff is friendly.

03/11/2025: Bad form they're closing to do weddings only.

04/10/2025: Great atmosphere, service and food. Our favourite restaurant since being in Ireland! We sat on the bar side and the menu was excellent. The fires were warm and the service even warmer, especially on the cozy couches, on a stormy evening. Cocktails were also superb. Wish we were staying near for our whole trip so we could have another meal at the Red Door!

01/01/2026: Home cooked chips were delicious!