The best restaurants in Ballina

09/06/2025: On a very wet and miserable Monday night in June, this place was recommended to us by our guesthouse. It is a gorgeous, cosy and welcoming pub and restaurant. The staff were accommodating and friendly and the food was delicious. Portions are very generous.

08/06/2025: Hidden gem, a bit of a search but then you're in a fantastic restaurant! We had a very tasty meal! They have a super nice small menu. Nachos shared, salad with chicken and a steak sandwich. Dessert for my husband and I an espresso We'll drive 45 kilometers tomorrow to eat there again. Hope they're open😅

15/04/2025: Mocha beans in Ballina is a really friendly quality coffee experience. The lady who prepared and served us couldn't have done more. Kay was cheerful, professional and more than happy to fulfill our order even though it deviated from the standard menu. The food was perfect and above the norm for similar places. Nice music and atmosphere too. Thank you.

12/03/2025: Real and honest review as a returning customer. I have been here multiple times for sit in and takway. The staff is very friendly and welcoming, but the drinks are a hit or a miss. Their staples are definitely hot chocolate and latte. They are smooth and consistently great. Matcha is a very popular drink, when it comes to popular/new items, I feel like they’re overpriced. I tried their matcha (around €5 ish), and it was a letdown. I ordered the strawberry-flavored one I think they used a syrup, and it stuck to the cup. Once I managed to mix it in, the syrup completely overpowered the matcha flavor that was alredy weak. I also got an iced coffee, but it wasn’t cold enough. There was barely any ice, which made the drink lukewarm instead of refreshing. For better quality Matcha and a reasonable price, I’d recommend trying other places around Ballina. I understand rising costs, and with that in mind, I do still think some items shouldn't be sooooo expensive. I will not be a returning customer. 🙏

03/06/2025: Beautiful restaurant in Ballina, the fish main (pan fried John Dory with crab pudding) was exceptional and great wine selection

01/06/2025: I highly recommend it. Wonderful atmosphere inside, great service and amazing food. Delicious bread in the form of appetizers. Very reasonable prices.

05/06/2025: Delicious food and friendly service.

27/05/2025: Lovely spot with excellent food

16/04/2025: Very nice coffee.☕️ Toast was delicious,thank you. Sunday morning was open very early,good location.

05/02/2025: Fabulous coffee and the baked goods are absolutely gorgeous👌🏻😋Highly recommended

29/05/2025: A beautiful roadside bar with an excellent view of the River and Ballina town. I would highly recommend the salmon as it is caught locally..!!! 👍

23/05/2025: Seafood chowder was excellent! Good atmosphere!

05/05/2025: Very friendly staff and owners good atmosphere all round nice place to have a pint

11/03/2025: Lovely old school local bar. Lots of screens for sport. Open fire.

26/05/2025: When you're passing through and it's raining, this is the perfect place for a break. A great place to stop and enjoy a great atmosphere. Breakfast menu before noon offers excellent value for money. A friendly welcome, too.

17/05/2025: Cozy little café with the best carrot cake I've ever eaten. Very cozy, pleasant atmosphere and friendly, attentive service.

05/02/2025: Christine and her niece Leah were very welcoming, great craic with the two ladies. Would definitely recommend calling in for a cuppa, a breakfast sandwich and a chat, and to meet their dog Mr H. Thanks cailíní 💖💪

12/09/2024: Sweet place, good Coffee and lovely people :)

08/10/2024: A great pint and a friendly place 👌

24/07/2024: Super place for the pint of Guinness 😁

26/05/2025: Lovely pub I knew the people in there not to bad price they allow kids in there lovey pub x

17/03/2025: A good bar. Service was good and a nice pint. Traditional style. Not much else to say.

01/06/2025: Lovely food and nice fast service. Definitely recommend 👌

30/05/2025: Lovely food really good value lovely friendly staff

27/05/2025: One of the best places I have ever eaten in. 5 Stars.

21/05/2025: An absolutely perfect stay! The atmosphere in the restaurant is very cozy and feels completely authentic. The food itself deserves full marks, whether it's burgers, fish, or meat. Top-notch!

31/05/2025: Very friendly and helpful staff, food was great and plenty, and good prices, enjoyed Lillie's Bar will go again 👍

15/12/2024: Great food, consistently high quality. Attentive and friendly service. Highly recommended.