The best restaurantsof irish in Clifden

13/01/2026: By far our favourite Pub in Clifden. Always great atmosphere and fantastic live music. We love going there off season, also nice for drink or hot whiskey after a walk on colder days. The Staff is fantastic, lovely to talk to especially Bernie very welcoming.

08/12/2025: Loved this bar. Friendly staff. Old world charm with authentic traditional decor. Comfy booths with candles on tables.

11/01/2026: Consistency is at the core of this team's purpose at the Abbeyglen Castle Hotel. Their Management ethos blends perfectly with the standards showcased by each team member. Brian & Ronan Hughes have 'perfected their craft' over the years - positioning them as trusted ambassadors of Irish Hospitality - linked to the Abbeyglen's unique guests' experiences - because of their authenticity of service. This property is positively quirky, genuinely friendly, entertaining and very memorable. 10 minutes walk from Clifden on the Sky Road, and about 65 minutes drive West of Galway City passing through Oughterard and Maam Cross.

27/12/2025: Abbeyglen was hands down the best hotel I've ever stayed at. My family stayed here for 3 days for Christmas, and the staff and owners really made the place homey and welcoming. They are the true gems; every need, every ask was handled. The waiters during breakfast and dinner were smooth and responsive. The moment my coffee was empty at breakfast, it was immediately getting refilled. The food for dinner was delicious every meal (3/3). The meals were all of the classics (pork Wellington, cod, etc), but every dish was 5/5. The crab claws were excellent btw. Furthermore, the Christmas special was really fun. The area has a nice balance of peace and quiet, but also have a sense of being filled and like you're not alone. There was a child and his mom playing on the steps, an older couple reading by the fire, and folks playing cards in the bar. It was a very special Christmas vacation, and we are lucky to have been a part of it. Abbeyglen, I'll be back one day. Truly a special place. Thank you Brian, Ronan, and all of the staff. Your staff were all fantastic. Seriously, from Nico to Olive at the front, all were fantastic.