The best restaurants in Carlingford

18/07/2025: We were refused entry into your pub on the grounds that we were too drunk. Your door staff were very rude. I had taken my sister away for her birthday and we had a great day in your establishment. We went to put our bags in the guesthouse and we returned 20 minutes later which is when we were told we were not allowed to enter. This was at 6 o’clock in the evening and we were not drunk and we are 2 middle aged women I am at a loss to understand what we did wrong. Please enlighten me. This occurred on the 6th of July. We are regular visitors to Carlingford and have never had this happen before. This was for my sisters birthday and it was ruined by your rude staff.

10/07/2025: Found this place by chance,while walking around the village. Great food and staff and the restaurant is so adorable. Higly recommend this restaurant. Compliments to lovely staff, Niamh and Marie were so friendly and nice.

26/07/2025: Superleuk plekje voor een High Tea. Het ziet er fantastisch uit en smaakt heerlijk. Wel reserveren en cash betalen. Vooral alle frutsels en kleurtjes zijn erg leuk qua aankleding. Bijzonder.

13/07/2025: Hubby and I paid Ruby Ellen's a visit today, it was fabulous. Food was great, staff brilliant, and the quirkiness is fab. We will certainly be back, I highly recommend this spot.....keep up the good work guy's & gal's 👍

27/06/2025: Stayed here on Saturday 21st June 2025. Carlingford itself was busy and the weather was lovely. Rooms were fine and very clean bathroom and shower were perfect. The bed was lovely and comfy. Had a few drinks in the bar on that night and was very enjoyable. They had music in the bar which was easy listening and the bar staff were very good too. The only thing I was disappointed at was the breakfast. The menu had a good selection of cooked breakfast but there was no cereal or juice to be seen anywhere. I had the full irish which was lovely but if you only wanted cereal it didn't seem to be available. One other thing to note was that there is no lift. All the rooms as far as I could see are on the 1st floor, wasn't a problem for us but for anyone incapacitated or wheelchair users this would be difficult. Overall this is a lovely place to stay, right in the centre of Carlingford. A good base if you wanted to explore the north east of the country. This place is good value for money as the price of hotels in Ireland has got very expensive in the last couple of years. I would have no problem staying here again.

21/06/2025: Visited for food and drink only, was very good...

11/06/2025: We booked the Bay Tree for my sister's hen party dinner. The staff couldn't have been more welcoming and friendly. We had the private room at the back which was just perfect, and allowed our group to enjoy each other's company without feeling like we were bothering other customers. The food was also beautiful. Most definitely recommend!

04/06/2025: Absolutely tasty food. Great service and warm atmosphere and cozy interior. There is beautiful masterpieces on the wall, by Irish artists, you could by if desires. We e spend lovely time in this restaurant and had unforgivable dinner. Thanks❤️

15/06/2025: Maybe the best food I have had this year

13/06/2025: Food was superb - had the lamb.

07/07/2025: Lunch was pleasant though the full Irish breakfast was disappointing

12/06/2025: We had the pleasure of dining at this charming and friendly family-run fish restaurant, the food is just outstanding. Highly recommended for anyone who craves the freshest seafood, or a perfectly cooked steak. A true local treasure.

14/07/2025: Beautiful old house on the edge of a very lively town

01/06/2025: Beautiful hotel, wonderful food and great location. Would highly recommend. We cant wait to return.

16/06/2025: 25 lads were catered for on Saturday and were really looked after. The food was beautiful especially the fish 👌 The staff were brilliant and very welcoming even if we were quite load at times. The Carlingford arms had a really vibrant atmosphere and all of us that attended would highly recommend it ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

16/06/2025: Down in this pub the weekend staff couldn't off done anymore 4 us food was brilliant 👌