The best restaurants in Ballina
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8,2
1571 Reviews |
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Goosers
Ballina
05/09/2026: Stopped off today for a bite to eat, and unfortunately the experience was very disappointing.
The bread that accompanied the chowder was hard, and the bruschetta resembled cheese on toast with just two cherry tomatoes on top.
The mains were equally disappointing. The sweet potato fries were very overdone, and the open salmon sandwich was practically inedible.
Overall, the quality of the food was well below what we expected, and sadly we left very disappointed.
28/08/2026: One of the nicest Duck dishes I've ever eaten
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8,2
1534 Reviews |
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The Lakeside Hotel and Leisure Centre
Ballina
17/07/2026: Attended a wedding here. No management presence, ramshackle service, untrained staff. When you see staff using floor brushes to 'sweep' the bar counter top it's not a good sign. Food no better. It's in a beautiful location with a well attended garden and a great, comfortable space inside. Wouldn't take much for it to really shine and be worth the price tag.
31/05/2026: Lovely staff and beautiful location
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7,8
912 Reviews |
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Tuscany Bistro
Ballina
12/09/2026: This place is a gem - don't miss out! Delicious food, including for one GF eater, we were a party of 6 adults so we did a fair job of sampling the menu and no one was disappointed. The service couldn't have been nicer (shout-out to Greg!) and we left replete and very happy! Highly recommend!
17/08/2026: Excellent Italian food . Cooked to perfection with fresh herbs . Cannoli for dessert was exceptional. Service was also excellent , friendly and efficient. Price was reflective of the quality of food . All said, an excellent meal . Second year visiting here on holiday.
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7,8
216 Reviews |
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Liam O'Riains
Ballina
27/08/2026: Great bar for a beer! Very nice place, authentic Irish bar 🍻🇮🇪
24/08/2026: Great old style pub. Great drinks and entertainment
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7,3
1991 Reviews |
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Flanagan's on the Lake
Ballina
05/09/2026: Basic overpriced food.
Very loud environment.
Nice staff
26/08/2026: Had dinner and drinks there Friday and Saturday nights great place food was excellant .
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7,3
140 Reviews |
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Mills Bar
Ballina
04/09/2026: Brilliant pub made very welcome evern got to go behind the bar.100 per cent recommend it 👍 👌
13/08/2026: Great family run pub. Always someone there to chat to. Very friendly
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7,2
60 Reviews |
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Washer Woman
Ballina
20/07/2026: Had a gathering the day before our wedding here! Was fantastic Kieran was a gentleman!
08/04/2026: Had the most amazing party in the bar. Staff are amazing. Thanks again
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6,3
311 Reviews |
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Brian Boru on the Hill
Ballina
07/07/2026: Great place to watch the GAA! Lots of enthusiasm for the games! Food and service both above par. Generous portions!!
06/07/2026: Food was fine, service great....we were here a few years ago and it was hopping but looked very run down now inside and out..no atmosphere, needs attention
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5,7
164 Reviews |
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Mariosballinakillaloe
Ballina
14/09/2026: The best fish and chips takeaway around. Has an extensive menu including pasta dishes.
11/06/2026: I lived in this town for a few months. These people were so kind and generous and made me feel at home every time I had to work late and needed an easy (but delicious and cheap) dinner. A real asset to a town full of rich boaties. Thank you Veronika!
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4,7
259 Reviews |
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Boruma Gastro Bar
Ballina
19/08/2025: We had lunch in the his bar and found it average at best, we were upstairs over looking the bridge, the view was good but the seating was old, with damaged tember and very uncomfortable, this bar/restaurant would need to take advantage of their location and give the place a well needed makeover.
The staff were very friendly and the food was fresh.
06/07/2025: Food was terrible, worst burger I ever had
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New York Pizza
Ballina
06/11/2025: AVOID. Terrible food served in this place.
21/07/2025: Horrible food, disgusting place, I lost money and the food too🤮🤮🤮
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Wild Fig Foods
Ballina
27/06/2026: So mad about the Wild fig cakes and treats, there’s nothing out there like them 🧁
20/06/2026: Great selection and quality....
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The Whiskey Tower
Ballina
23/03/2026: Food not good, waitress not good at her job, she took the order for food then went off without asking if I wanted a drink,
Food arrived waitress went off then I realised there was no salt of ketchup on the table, had to go look for the waitress to ask for salt etc, not very friendly,
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