Must-see restaurants in Connemara

  • Mitchell's

    Clifden

    Seafood from the surrounding waters takes centre stage at this elegant spot, from velvety chowder and open crab sandwiches at lunchtime to intricate…

  • O'Dowd's

    Connemara

    Roundstone lobster, Aran Islands hake, plaice and sea bass, local crab and mackerel smoked in-house are sourced off the old stone dock directly opposite…

  • Connemara Hamper

    Clifden

    Irish farmhouse cheeses, Connemara smoked salmon, pâtés, dips, jams and chutneys, plus cakes, biscuits and hearty pies, make this terrific deli your one…

  • O'Dowd's Cafe

    Connemara

    Big windows overlooking Roundstone Harbour make this seasonal, two-story cafe a scenic spot for breakfast (until noon), pastries, seaweed hummus, Java…

  • Oliver's

    Connemara

    At much-loved Oliver's bar, specials depend on the catch, so your seafood feast might be locally landed lobster, pan-seared scallops or sea bass with…

  • Bog Bean Cafe

    Connemara

    Cork-roasted Badger & Dodo coffee, full Irish breakfasts and sweet treats such as rhubarb-and-raspberry slice make this cheerful cafe worth a stop. Or…

  • Off the Square

    Clifden

    Surf meets turf on the menu of this busy town-centre bistro. Full Irish breakfasts and casual lunches (smoked salmon on soda bread; Irish stew) give way…

  • Powers Thatched Pub

    Connemara

    The only thatched building on the main road, this comfy pub has open fires, welcoming service and an impressive menu of seafood (freshly caught trout,…

  • Blackberry Cafe

    Connemara

    Connemara smoked salmon, creamy chowder and oysters (€12.50 for six) are on offer during the day at this smart wood-floored cafe with water views in the…

  • Steam Cafe

    Clifden

    Tables scattered in the tucked-away courtyard draw you into a cheery cafe, full of natural light. Along with Clifden's best coffee, it serves scones with…

  • Greenway Cafe

    Connemara

    Most of the ingredients at this award-wining eatery are sourced from the Connemara region – Killary Harbour mussels (served with mint), Lough Corrib trout…

  • Upstairs/Downstairs

    Clifden

    This two-floor Main St cafe serves organic fairtrade coffee and fresh fruit smoothies along with daily soups, sandwiches and wraps, plus ice cream in…

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