The best restaurants in Ballinrobe

17/03/2025: Called in here while passing through Ballinrobe for a bite to eat. We hadn’t made a reservation but it was around 5pm on a Sunday so thought we might get lucky. The staff did offer us a seat, not the best seat, beside the till, but beggars can’t be choosers, and we accepted what was offered. The menu was varied and offered a good selection of both starters and main courses. The one thing we noticed was the menu didn’t cater for our 13 year old who just wanted chicken goujons and chips. She ordered from the kids menu but found the portion very small, obviously 🙄. Anyway I had the special which was the Mayo rump lamb with tender stem broccoli which was absolutely delicious. My wife had the mild Thai red curry which she found too mild but for people, like me, who like a mild curry it was perfect. My 13 year old hoovered up her chicken and chips and half of her mothers curry so that was a good sign everything was tasty. For dessert I had an apple granola thing whit ice cream which again was delicious and the rest both had the sticky toffee pudding, with ice cream which was also delicious. The total including drinks came to around €70 which was very reasonably, considering the quality of everything. I would recommend a visit here and please make a reservation to avoid disappointment. I would like to experience this fine establishment again but this time from a more comfortable table and seating area. I would like to thank the staff for accommodating us on the first place as I know it would have been easier to turn us away.

12/03/2025: We ordered the roast beef. It was like leather and it was clearly heated in a microwave. Also the soup was so thick I couldn't eat it. The supervisor was lovely and didn't charge for the beef. I didn't complain about the soup.

20/11/2024: We are in Ireland for a couple weeks and have eaten at 2 of the finest hotels on the island but they pale in comparison to the authentic local fare served here at Carney’s. The seafood chowder was exactly what I had hoped for on this cold and rainy evening and was served piping hot with a side of delicious mashed potato. My wife had the Vol au Vents and it was hearty and delicious as well. All served and the Guinness poured perfectly by Katrina who was an superb host and she cheerfully provided local information and was very attentive to our needs. Highly recommend.

19/10/2024: After a trying day Carneys lifted our spirits with a great meal, fresh ingredients and menu and great service. Thankyou!

28/10/2024: What a great pub just an absolute tonic keep doing what you are doing will definitely be going back.

03/09/2024: Great pub, great atmosphere, great owner, great staff. I love Ireland 🇮🇪🇮🇪. And great music. Great locals. Ballinrobe , fantastic people. Fantastic racecourse, even though I lost a few bob.

01/04/2025: Delicious lunch - I had the BLT sandwich with some tea. The menu has a lot of sandwich style options. Comfortable seating. Excellent music playlist. Friendly staff.

11/01/2025: The eggs Benedict was the tastiest I’ve had! Served with a delicious fresh salad. Really enjoyed and definitely recommend.

15/12/2024: Great menu. Great experience. Staff is genuinely wonderful. Did was spectacular. I would recommend this establishment to anyone.

17/11/2024: It had been a while but the food is still as good as always

04/04/2025: Nice Food. Large portions. Good service.

22/02/2025: Nice and helpful staff Delicious food

06/02/2025: Good local store. Going there because of its convenient location. But prices on shelves are sometimes smaller than at the till. But one star I give because of rising prices after the recent storm Eowyn as they were the only open store in Ballinrobe. Paid €56 for two tins of azera coffee americano and decaf. Dozen eggs and milk. My granny told me never make many on somebody's suffering and stay away from people who do.

16/01/2025: Great shop and staff and management are always so helpful ❤

23/02/2025: Here after a local show. Enjoyed it, well looked after. Great to watch sport.

28/10/2024: Great night out with friends celebrating a birthday. There was music and craic was great staff were brilliant looked after us well.

25/03/2025: Wow! Simple ingredients put together so interestingly. Some talented and super friendly people in that building. Had an amazing quick lunch while visiting Ballinrobe, followed by a delicious flavoured coffee. Couldn’t help but return the next day!

02/03/2025: I had a delicious panini here a couple of weeks ago whilst back home for a visit. It was absolutely delicious! One of the best I’d ever tasted 😊 Waitress was lovely and friendly. I will be back 👌