Ireland has a rich farming history and excellent overseas produce connections, making it a haven for lovers of wholesome, hearty food.

Restaurants and Cafés

Leo’s Tavern

Renowned for its music being the birth place of world famous musical talents Enya.

  • Leo’s Tavern Bar and Restaurant, Meenaleck, Crolly

    T: 353749548143 E: info@leostavern.com

    Leo’s Tavern is renowned for its music being the birth place of world famous musical talents Enya, Clannad and Moya Brennan. The proprietor, Bartley Brennan is Leo Brennan’s youngest son and Leo himself continues to entertain the locals and tourists regularly. There’s always something going on at Leo’s Tavern so drop in for a great nights entertainment and food. You never know who might be there.

The Mini Bean Coffee Stand

Great coffee, on your doorstep!

  • The Mini Bean Coffee Stand (2 min drive)

    Viewpoint The Poison, Glen, Dunlewey, Co. Donegal, Ireland

    T: +353 86 083 1058

    The Mini Bean, just a short drive from Seoidin near The Poison Glen Viewpoint, is a charming coffee van offering delicious coffee, fresh bakes, and snacks. Operating only on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am to 6:30 pm, it's a perfect stop before or after your visit to Seoidin. Take a moment to appreciate the house from the viewpoint, as you can spot it from there!

Conways Bar

Traditional thatched pub with an open fire and warm welcome in Ramelton.

  • Castle St.

    RAMELTON

    Co. Donegal

    Email: info@conwaysbar.com

    Phone: +353 (0) 74 915246

    Conway's Bar is an olde world style thatched bar in the heart of Ramelton, Co. Donegal, Ireland

    Famed throughout Ireland for its thatched roof, open fires and rustic charm, its traditional music sessions have become the thing of legend.

    So why not call in for a pint and enjoy the craic along the banks of the River Lennon or join in for a fun packed night of good Irish music as it should be...

    Irish Traditional Music Bar, Blues & Jazz Music...

    Musicians always welcome!

The Shack

Small Batch Coffee Roastery overlooking Marble Hill Beach. A firm favourite with both locals and tourists alike.

  • Marble Hill Ct, Marblehill, Dunfanaghy, Co. Donegal, Ireland

    Situated overlooking the magnificent Marble Hill Blue Flag beach, The Shack certainly serves exactly what they say “Coffee with a View”.

    The owners, Tom and Min have managed to create a great facility for everyone: whether you are a surfer, a swimmer, a walker, a sand-castle builder, a cyclist or just someone who enjoys good coffee or ice-cream in beautiful surroundings.

    The Shack is now roasting their own coffee beans, and offering a full selection of the finest coffees and teas. Hot chocolate, muffins, pastries and Mullins ice-cream are also on the menu.

    Here’s what one customer said “It’s a heavenly view looking out over Marble Hill blue flag beach, exquisite coffee and the friendliest hosts anyone could wish.”

Olde Glen Bar

One of Donegals oldest pubs. Irelands guide pub of the year 2021, and celebrity favourite - Apparently Jamie Dornan frequents!

  • Glen Village, Carrigart, Co. Donegal, F92 KR23

    T: (Restaurant) 083 1585 777 

    T: Bar / Bia Box: 083 0222 081 E:

    E: hello@oldeglen.ie

    The Olde Glen Bar is one of Donegal's Oldest (Circa 1768) & most famous Bar & Restaurant. Full of old world charm & character. The Olde Glen Bar serves up a generous Gin & Whiskey list and delicious local beers on tap. There's open fires, live music and always plenty of craic.

    The Bar is still lovingly known as ‘Mary’s of The Glen’. The prior proprietor Mary McLaughlin and her family owning the premises from 1970-2010. Aengus Haughey is the current proprietor, bringing the 250 year old pub into a new culture and era.

    ‘The Bia Box’ section is also open for lunch, serving sandwiches on different bread styles from a converted shipping container at the rear of the bar. The food is served in take-away compostable containers. You choose to enjoy in the bar, garden or take-away.

Nancy’s Bar, Ardara

Seven generations of the same family have run this incredibly cosy landmark pub, perched on the Wild Atlantic Way.

  • Front Street, Ardara, Co. Donegal, Ireland

    T: +353 74 954 1187

    Nancy’s is one of those pubs that just captures the imagination. Set on the main street of a handsome Donegal seaside town with a river flowing alongside it, you will know you’ve arrived when you meet the rise of the town bridge. The gable wall heralds Nancy’s name from a distance, but it’s the family welcome and warren of rooms inside that make the difference.

    Nancy’s has been run by seven generations of the same family, and three of them still pull pints behind the bar. Siblings Conor and Jenny McHugh officially run it, but their parents, Charlie and Ann, hold court and direct the business they inherited decades before. The children virtually grew up in the pub and their aunt arrives regularly from London to look after the cottage garden. They have turned their home into more than a business, with every space converted to make room for visitors.

    More than 100 Toby jugs hang from the ceiling. The collection was started by Jenny’s Nan, who had an eye for a good auction and filled the bar with brass, bric-a-brac and keepsakes. The uneven flagstone floors and mismatched furniture reminds you that you are in a place apart.

    Nancy’s is famous for its oysters, which the McHughs source locally and serve up simply to Jenny’s mother’s recipe. Local craft beers line the shelves, with Kinnegar Brewery continuing its assault on the market. Irish cider from Stonewell, Tempted and Scots Cider claim a permanent home here.

Chandpur Indian Restaurant

Awarded the Best Indian Restaurant in Ireland 6 times and the Best Takeaway In ireland three times.

  • Main Street Car Park,Donegal Town,Donegal Town

    T: 353749725452 E: susanrana2@gmail.com

    5 times winner of Best Indian Restaurant in Ireland and winner Best Takeaway in Ireland.

Seán Óg’s 

The culinary team at Sean Og's is passionate about showcasing the finest ingredients Ireland has to offer.

  • Middletown, Derrybeg, Co. Donegal, F93 XY36, Ireland

    T: +353749531999

    Located in the heart of the gaeltacht, Family run Gaeilge speaking premier entertainment & sports bar venue, serving gastronomic bar food accompanied by an exciting wine menu with Craft Cocktails & Craft Beers. Stunning views of the offshore islands.

    Sean Óg's Bar and Restaurant, premier venue in Gaoth Dobhair for visitors and locals alike, rises in a sparkling location overlooking the islands and glistening in the Atlantic Ocean where the warm waters of the Gulf Stream sweep northwards. Atlantic Salmon swim homeward to their breeding grounds of the limpid waters of the Clady River.

    A hearty welcome awaits visitors to savour the renowned seafood menu, daily specials straight from the sea, featuring local mussels and crab and the Chef's acclaimed seafood chowder. An ideal spot for enjoying a relaxing beer and chatting with the locals, the Pub's friendly staff will share their knowledge of events and activities in the area.

    Within a stone's throw of picturesque Bunbeg Harbour, it is an excellent starting point for water sports and sea-angling. 'Slí an Earagail', the Errigal walking trail, offers unforgettable vistas of the Derryveagh Mountains and the seas stretching below. The serene beauty and wildlife of Glenveagh National Park promises to be a worthwhile daytrip. Seán Óg's is the perfect halting point for enjoying the Wild Atlantic Way in all its captivating and rebellious majesty.

Muck' n' Muffins

A coffee shop and gift shop, specialising in pottery, situated in eclectic Dunfanaghy.

  • Dunfanaghy, Co. Donegal, Ireland

    T: +353749136780

    Muck'n'Muffins of Dunfanaghy, County Donegal sells an interesting collection of pottery modelled in its ground floor studio as well as a range of contemporary gifts. The coffee shop overlooks the square and pier and across to the bay to Horn Head.

    In Dunfanaghy, County Donegal in a three storey building originally built as a grain store in the 1800s and now beautifully renovated, Deborah and Emma Moore are creating hand turned quality Dunfanaghy pottery.

    Upstairs, in the Muck ‘n’ Muffin’s coffee shop, the coffee and hot chocolate are highly recommended and soup, toasties, wraps, sandwiches, quiche, fajitas, salads, gateaux and of course muffins are served. There are some few gluten free choices.

    Muck ‘n’ Muffins is located in Dunfanaghy, a coastal village on the Horn Head peninsula on the shores of picturesque Sheep Haven Bay.

The Red Door Country House Restaurant

Renowned for relaxed dining, breath-taking views and comfy seating a beautiful Terrace and Courtyard area.

  • Carrowmullin, Fahan, Co. Donegal, F93 FV4Y, Ireland

    T: +353749360289

    The Red Door Country House Restaurant in County Donegal, is renowned for relaxed dining and magnificent views. The Red Door Country House is nestled on a 4 acre site overlooking Lough Swilly near Buncrana.

    The Red Door Country House in County Donegal, was built in 1789. The tradition of a country house is today cleverly combined with modern luxury and style. The extensive landscaped gardens with unrivalled scenery and fantastic variation of colour in every season make this country house an essential visit along the Wild Atlantic Way.

    The Red Door Country House Restaurant celebrates some of the best of Inishowen’s seasonal produce including, vegetables and herbs from its walled garden. Head Chef Sean Clifford brings expertise from fine establishments such as The Ivy in London. Each dish is freshly prepared by his skilled culinary team. The dessert menu, fresh breads and Afternoon Tea treats are all homemade by a team of experienced pastry chefs.

The Singing Pub

Unique traditional thatched pub with warm open fires and lovely atmosphere . Great food and drink, and a unique atmosphere that make this Traditional Irish pub well worth a visit.

  • Mevagh, Downings, Co. Donegal, Ireland

    T: +353879171950

    The Singing Pub (An Sibín Ceoil) in County Donegal, is a traditional thatched pub with warm open fires and lovely atmosphere that serves tasty pub grub daily during the season and every weekend. There is a separate restaurant and the menu changes weekly.

    The Singing Pub (An Sibín Ceoil) is found along the Wild Atlantic Way, in County Donegal. It is a beautiful old stone building with a traditional thatched roof and a green door. On the outside it looks like a traditional Irish cottage with exceptional character. On entering the first thing that draws your attention are the glowing open fires.

    The Singing Pub, also known as An Sibín Ceoil, experience is always one to remember, whether its to come for a quiet drink, a chat with the bar person, a sing along with the local traditional bands or a bite to eat. The bar food ranges from homemade soup or chowder with homemade bread, to a full a la carte menu including a seafood platter and mouth watering steak on the lava stone. The restaurant menu changes weekly and the fresh local seafood is always a hit.

    There is parking suited to camper vans and touring caravans. There are a range of different musicians almost every night in summer months and at weekends during winter with the Sunday session always being a hit.

Fara Óg's

Casual but high-quality menus and an extensive cocktail list at the nearby An Chúirt hotel.

  • Address: Meenderrygamph, Gweedore, Co. Donegal, F92 AP60, Ireland

    Phone: +353 74 953 2900

    Fara Óg's Bar & Restaurant, located within the An Chúirt Hotel grounds was transformed from the old Railway Bar in November 2021.

    This space has been designed with style, socialising and the best of Donegal Hospitality in mind.

    Featuring casual but high-quality menus and an extensive cocktail list together with premium gins, whiskeys, craft beers and wine lists.

    Food Served Daily | 12 - 8.45pm

    Music Every Friday & Saturday | From 9.30pm

Arnolds Hotel Restaurant

Stylish and contemporary dining experience overlooking Sheephaven Bay on Donegal's Wild Atlantic Way.

  • Main Street, Dunfanaghy

    T: 353749136208 E: enquiries@arnoldshotel.com

    Arnolds Restaurant now offers guests a stylish and contemporary dining experience overlooking Sheephaven Bay on Donegal's Wild Atlantic Way. As proud members of the Donegal Food Coast, the A la Carte menu showcases the finest selection of local ingredients including fresh seafood from Sheephaven Bay, Horn Head lamb and pork and seasonal garden vegetables grown locally.

    Afternoon tea also available.

Yer Man's Coffee Cove

A locally owned coffee trailer in Fintown serving great coffee, hot chocolate, tea, sweet treats and seasonal homebaked goods.

  • Main Street, Meentymorgal, Fintown, Co. Donegal, F94 HD96

     T: +353 87 140 3944

    A locally owned coffee trailer in Fintown. It serves great coffee, hot chocolate, tea, sweet treats and seasonal homebaked goods...and frappes and iced coffees during the summer.

Quay West Restaurant 

Award winning Restaurant with panoramic views over Donegal Bay.

  • Quay West,Quay Street, Donegal Town

    T: 35374 972 1590 E: info@quaywestdonegal.ie

    Situated opposite Donegal pier. This waterside restaurant offers stunning views of Donegal Bay and of Belles Isle in a cosy contemporary environment that whispers coastal chic in an unassuming manner. The name Quay West evolved from their Quay Street location and their west facing windows which frame a beautiful Donegal sunset out over the bay.

    Award winning chef owners and managers Debbie O Reilly and Jo Roarty who were former proprietors of the Harbour Restaurant for over 15 years, recently relocated just 100m down the street to their brand new pier side restaurant. This dual level restaurant offering intimate seating downstairs while upstairs every table provides views out over the bay.

    This fully licensed restaurant serves innovative cocktails, local craft beers and an extensive wine list. The emphasis is on championing local produce, maintaining sustainability and an ethos of delivering nutritious, flavoursome food at affordable prices in a casual friendly atmosphere.

    A warm Donegal welcome awaits you at Quay West.

Peppers Diner

Peppers Diner is Gweedore's most popular diner and takeaway restaurant. It provides the food, fun and friendliness of a feel-good family restaurant.

  • Magheraclogher, Co. Donegal

     T: 074 9531110 E: peppersdiner@gmail.com

    The menu at Peppers Diner offers a delightful array of comfort food favorites. From full Irish breakfasts to juicy burgers and crispy fish and chips, there's something for everyone. The diner takes pride in using fresh, locally sourced ingredients to create their flavorful dishes. Pair your meal with a milkshake and choose a Morelli's ice cream to finish off.

Danny Minnie's

Danny Minnie's is a long-established, award-winning restaurant situated in West Donegal, in the heart of the Gaelic-speaking Gaeltacht.

  • Illannavoree, Annagry, Co. Donegal, Ireland

    T: +353749548201

    Danny Minnie's Restaurant is a long established family run restaurant with accommodation. It is situated in the Gaeltacht village of Annagry in County Donegal on the Wild Atlantic Way.

    Visitors to Danny Minnie's Restaurant, Annagry, County Donegal, enter through the baronial entrance hall to a world of antique nostalgia complete with hanging prints, tapestries and paintings on a background of oak panelling. All of this is bathed in the warm glow of a duo of fireplaces.

    The restaurant offers a wide à la carte menu, specialising in locally caught fresh seafood and Irish meats. Lobster and crab are caught daily off local islands. The beef is Irish and the lamb is reared on mountain pastures in Donegal.

    The kitchen offers a cuisine which is inspired by homegrown salad and herbs, local produce and traditional cooking.

The Restaurant at Harveys Point

A restaurant offering a unique dining experience that combines exceptional cuisine with breathtaking views.

  • Lough Eske, Tawnyvorgal, Donegal Town, Co. Donegal, F94 E771, Ireland

    T: +353749722208

    The Restaurant at Harvey's Point Hotel overlooks the shores of Lough Eske at the foothills of the Bluestack Mountains, only 10 minutes away from bustling Donegal Town. It offers fine dining cuisine and traditional Irish hospitality.

The Rusty Mackerel

A traditional Irish bar and restaurant in Teelin, made famous for its traditional Irish music and food at the foot of Sliabh Liag, just outside Carrick town.

  • The Rusty Mackerel Bar & Restaurant

    Teelin, Carrick, Co Donegal

    T: +353(0)749739101

    The Rusty Mackerel is a traditional Irish bar and restaurant in Teelin, made famous for its traditional Irish music and food at the foot of Sliabh Liag, just outside Carrick town.

    The Rusty Mackerel is a renowned Irish bar and restaurant made famous for its traditional Irish music, food, and atmosphere, with a vibrant mix of both locals and visitors.

    There is live music seven nights a week, where locals and visitors are invited to join in or just sit back and enjoy.

    The menu reflects seasonal local produce, Donegal has on offer. The food is served in the flagstoned bar, with fish caught at night and delivered fresh to the door every morning.

Smugglers Creek

Smuggler’s Creek Inn, nestling on the cliffs overlooking Donegal Bay and the Blue Stack Mountains in South Donegal, dates back to the early 1900.

  • Cliff Road, Rossnowlagh, Co. Donegal, Ireland

    T: +353719852367

    Built in 1845 overlooking Donegal Bay, Smugglers Creek at Rossnowlagh, County Donegal, is an award winning restaurant and pub specialising in fresh seafood, shellfish and steak dishes. There are options available for the vegetarian and, in order to cater for everyone, a children's menu is on offer.

    Built in 1845 overlooking Donegal Bay, this award winning restaurant and pub specialises in fresh seafood, shellfish and steak dishes. There are options available for the vegetarian and in order to cater for everyone, a children's menu is on offer. This premises has won many awards for its food, drink and craic. It is twinned with the Slyne Head Irish Pub in Dresden Germany.

Bridge Bar Restaurant 

Simple, locally inspired & seasonal menus with a relaxed vibe. Modern Irish dishes & sharing plates.

  • Carrowmullin, Fahan, Co. Donegal, F93 FV4Y, Ireland

    T: +353 74 936 0289

    Pub with good food and atmosphere

    Overlooking the River Lennon, which flows through the picturesque little town of Ramelton, this charming and much loved pub and restaurant is easily spotted by its cheerful red and white paintwork. Above the characterful bar, Roisin and Matthias Llorente bring Irish French fusion flavour to this heritage town - and if you are lucky you might catch a live Jazz or Traditional Irish session downstairs after your meal.

    Open Thu-Sat 5-9pm, Sun 5-8pm. Restaurant seats about 40. Ala carte. Starters from c.€8, mains from c.€18. Bar. Live music some nights. Closed Mon-Wed (may vary in summer). Parking nearby.

Batch

Falcarragh & Donegal’s newest foodie experience and social space.

  • Main St, Ballyconnell, Falcarragh, Co. Donegal, Ireland

    T: +353 83 363 9222

McCafferty’s  

Contemporary twist on authentic Irish cuisine. Expect big flavours and generous portions.

  • Address: Dungloe, Co. Donegal, F94 AN25

    T: +353 (0)74 956 1682

    The first McCafferty’s Traditional Irish Bar opened in The Diamond in Donegal Town in 2016, with three more openings in 2018.

    McCafferty’s offers a warm and welcoming traditional Irish pub atmosphere that is popular with both locals and tourists alike. Their venues offer live authentic Irish music 7 nights a week! From a pint to a cocktail, from events to birthdays, they provide excellent service.

Patsy Dan’s / The Rusty Oven

Wood Fired Sourdough Pizzeria in the same building as a traditional Irish pub.

  • Dunfanaghy Post Office, main street, Dunfanaghy, Co. Donegal, Ireland

    Patsy Dan’s is a small traditional pub on the main street in Dunfanaghy, with low ceilings, dark corners and a roaring turf fire.

    Patsy’s offers music on numerous nights of the week, all year round. The Traditional Sessions every Friday and Monday evenings, throughout the year, are not to be missed. Everyone welcome, and all musicians are encouraged to bring along their fiddles, their whistles, and their vocal chords.

    And, if you are feeling peckish, don't forget that the Rusty Oven Pizza is in the same building, so that you can enjoy a fresh wood fired oven pizza, along with your velvety pint of Guinness.