The best restaurants in Ballina
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8,6
1787 Reviews |
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Dillons
Ballina
04/10/2025: Always a pleasure to visit Dillions when in Mayo.Highly recommend a visit
03/10/2025: Had a last minute change on a rehearsal dinner for 30 people for my wedding and the wonderful staff got us in last minute. The food was simply amazing. The staff was fantastic. Everything was perfect, and everyone was very impressed with this wonderful restaurant!! Highly recommended.
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8,4
299 Reviews |
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Poacher Restaurant
Ballina
23/10/2025: We ate there last night. I couldn't recommend highly enough. We were a party of 3, we had the 1 Anthony Heffernan Medallion beef, 2. Butter Fried Wild Atlantic Sea Bream Served with Chervil, a Sunflower Seed Orzo, Courgette Ribbons, Green Grapes and a serving of Goatsbridge Trout Caviar Sauce 3. The tastiest lentil nutloaf ive ever tasted.đź’—đź‘Ź Portions sized were perfect. Lovely touch to get the fabulous homemade breads and Houmous tasters while waiting. Also great to see local craft beer on offer.
09/10/2025: I went to the poachers the other day and I must say it was one of the best restaurants I've ever been to, I ordered the filet mignon and I asked for it to be medium rare which they cooked it perfectly, for desert I ordered the vanilla passionfruit cheesecake which was delicious. Highly recommended this to anyone that is thinking of going to the poachers
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8,3
513 Reviews |
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The Everest
Ballina
20/08/2025: We needed four meals to takeaway, two of which had to be vegan and one vegetarian. There was no issue ordering vegan versions. All four of us thoroughly enjoyed our meals. The sauces were delicious, the vegetables beautifully al dente, the meat tender and flavoursome, and spicy was just the right amount of spicy. The rice was not sticky, not too dry. The re-usable containers are great and will be used again, and again. The price was very reasonable (ca €50 for 4 mains). The ordering process was uncomplicated, the waiting time was just right, the staff member we dealt with was friendly and helpful. We will definitely visit again the next time we visit Ballina.
13/08/2025: This Nepalese restaurant is one of the best I’ve ever been to. I ordered dish number 32 — I don’t remember exactly what it was, but it was perfectly spicy and very tasty. The place is nice and the staff is friendly. I recommend it!
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8,3
77 Reviews |
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The Post House
Ballina
31/10/2025: Fab little spot, plenty food given for the price and overall great atmosphere for family of 6. Would definitely come back!
21/09/2025: Lovely cosy family cafe in the heart of Ballina. The staff are very friendly. And the food is delicious. Especially the homemade pancakes for the children. Great value for money.
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8,3
184 Reviews |
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Mocha Beans “Express”
Ballina
28/10/2025: A great range of 'hot' barrista coffees and snacks. The Clonakilty sausage rolls which are made with black pudding are very indulgent and definitely worth a try.
Always a friendly service with adequate parking & amenities..!!! ❤👍
20/09/2025: This is a drive in coffee shop, lovely coffee and pleasant staff.
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8,2
2027 Reviews |
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The Cot & Cobble
Ballina
02/11/2025: Amazing experience, food was absolutely amazing, had 3 courses and all were fab! Service was great, food and drinks came out quick and the staff couldn't do enough! Would highly recommend and will definitely be back 🥰
09/10/2025: Phenomenal pub! The food was really good and very friendly staff. The wallpaper in the bathroom was spectacular
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8,2
182 Reviews |
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Quay West Ballina
Ballina
24/10/2025: A must visit when your in Ballina. After a long drive from south Kilkenny we said we will pop in here for a quick pint before checking in to the hotel. They Guinness and Murhys was so go we ended up here for 3hrs . Great Atmosphere great staff and friendly locals. 100% will be back here again.
19/10/2025: Thanks to everyone at Quay West for a fab evening when 9 of us celebrated our brother's BD. Welcome was warm & friendly. Food was v v good across all different chosen dishes between starters/main courses along with BD plate and sparkly BD candle. Service was excellent from all waiting staff who made our evening very special. We were all very well looked after throughout our meal. Much appreciated. Already looking to our next visit. Thanks again!
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8,1
1253 Reviews |
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The Junction
Ballina
02/11/2025: Nice food, nicely priced. Good service.
27/10/2025: Excellent experience. Good food and attentive staff. The have a good selection of food.
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8,1
72 Reviews |
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The Auld Shebeen (Betty's)
Ballina
21/10/2025: Lively pub with a good atmosphere, very welcoming, you won't be on your own for long ,great for the craic!!
10/10/2025: Very friendly service. Toilet not so good.
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8,0
140 Reviews |
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Keanes Pub
Ballina
15/07/2025: Lovely traditional Irish pub. Doesn't seem extraordinary from the outside but there's a lovely, cosy atmosphere inside. There were several pensioners playing cards at the table beside us, which was lovely to see. Service was quick and friendly. I also really liked how all the spirits had clear, individual prices on the shelves... and the Guinness was top notch. Would highly recommend this pub to anyone visiting Ballina.
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8,0
38 Reviews |
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Cupán Ceoil
Ballina
03/08/2025: -a truly fantastic breakfast&coffee but the real stars of the show are the staff. Wonderful special mother daughter team who made us feel so welcome. Would happily eat breakfast here everyday for the rest of time. Class
27/06/2025: Very charming café, super friendly and welcoming staff who let us bring our dog inside. Delicious sandwiches, especially the tuna melt! 👌
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7,9
45 Reviews |
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Boho Barista
Ballina
06/10/2025: Best coffee, treats, gifts and team in Mayo.
Love it here.
Always heavenly đź’śđź’śđź’ś
05/07/2025: Fab Coffee and Brownie on a Saturday afternoon. Highly recommend
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7,9
41 Reviews |
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Lillies Bar
Ballina
22/06/2025: Wanted somewhere to eat and a friend recommended lillies and by god we were not disappointed. The lady that served us was the nicest woman ever and so helpful. The food was unreal. The food was 10/10.. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED..
19/06/2025: Lovely spot to jump in for a quick bite staff lovely and friendly brought straight over to a seat. Not a long wait for the food which was lovely. Need to up there advertising around the town because its a place not to be missed for a quick bite
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7,8
315 Reviews |
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Jalan Jalan
Ballina
16/10/2025: The food and service at Jalan Jalan is fantastic and so authentic. Their sushi is outrageously good
09/10/2025: I went to Jalan jalan the other day and it had great food, I ordered one of the spiciest things on the menu and it was not as spicy as I had hoped for but was still delicious. I also ordered the spicy chips and those were great, as for dessert I got two scoops of vanilla ice cream and as for the drink I got pineapple juice. would highly recommend
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7,8
462 Reviews |
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Mocha Beans Ballina
Ballina
05/11/2025: Seems to be getting more expensive every time almost 9e for a lukewarm chi latte and a blueberry muffin takeaway
02/10/2025: Too expensive. Homeless sitting outside all day