Location: Castlewellan
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Best Irish food near Castlewellan, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Find out what Irish restaurants to try in Castlewellan. Castlewellan (from Irish Caisleán Uidhilín, meaning 'Hugelin's Castle') is a village in County Down, Northern Ireland. It is beside Castlewellan Lake and Slievenaslat mountain, 11 miles (18 km) southwest of Downpatrick. It lies between the Mourne Mountains and Slieve Croob. It had a population of 2,392 people in the 2001 Census.
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10. The Bucks Head Inn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 379 reviews
Reviewed By Expedition523326
I have been visiting the Dundrum area every year for more than 10 years and the Bucks Head has consistently delivered an excellent meal and wonderful service every time. I believe my wife and I must have had approximately 40 meals over that ten year period. We have also recommended the Bucks Head to friends and family who have all had the same wonderful experience. Enjoy !
9. The Hatch
Reviewed By smudgertrip
The Hatch is mobile fast food at its best. It can be found at various locations on different occasions throughout counties Mourne and Down and further afield. Visit their web site to find out where and when and to view the menu. Itâs becoming a regular Friday night take away with us. The food is a class above normal take away and is obviously appreciated and becoming more popular. Their specials vary from week to week and are always different from what you would expect from a mobile take away. I was so impressed by them I got them listed on trip advisory
8. Brunel's Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 538 reviews
Focusing on bold and creative gourmet dishes, Brunel's will use only the freshest in regionally sourced ingredients to create dishes that will both challenge and inspire, showcasing seasonal local fayre at it's very best. It is our mission to deliver exce
Reviewed By Raymond M
Ate last night despite arriving at 7.30 got main course at 9.10pm only after asking, staff who were pleasant initially did not approach at anytime to say anything about delay at the end food was average, expected more because of previous recommendations
7. Vanilla Wine & Tapas Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1056 reviews
Reviewed By gilmoreCoDurham
The young team in this bustling tapas bar is producing some extremely good food, as non-meat eaters we can vouch for vegetable dishes, cauliflower and broccoli that sang with fresh flavour, while a plate of just seared salmon melted in the mouth. A good wine list and excellent Titanic ale did the job. We were sorry not to be able to visit twice on our short break but look forward to coming back.
6. Great Jones Craft & Kitchen
Overall Ratings
4 based on 388 reviews
In May 2015, Great Jones Craft and Kitchen made itâs debut in the seaside town of Newcastle, bringing a fresh and exciting spin to the restaurant scene in the town, delivering a casual dining experience with a focus on quality and style. A carefully craft
Reviewed By Boondoggler
We had an enjoyable evening at Great Jones. A casual dining experience with a decent atmosphere.We had sharing plasters of calimari and chicken wings as starters which were fine. The real highlight was the monkfish and beef curry. An unusual combo which was terrific. Ribeye steaks were also good.The wine list was extremely limited - we tried an Australian Malbec which was disappointing.Staff were very friendly and attentive.
5. Blue Bay Cafe
Overall Ratings
5 based on 164 reviews
We are a small family owned and run cafe in the village of Dundrum, County Down. We pride ourselves on serving fresh homemade food as well as a variety of freshly baked goods including scones, cakes and traybakes. We only serve Fairtrade Organic coffee of
Reviewed By Pamela C
We visited Blue Bay Cafe on Saturday 21 September 2019. I had a delicious open prawn salad, my husband had a tasty sandwich with proper, boiled ham, cheese and coleslaw. Both generous helpings, we couldn't find room for dessert, though my husband did manage a German biscuit. Service was quick and friendly. The cafe is small, around 18 seats, well situated in Dundrum. We will certainly return when we are nest in Dundrum.
4. The coffee dock castlewellan
Overall Ratings
4 based on 36 reviews
Coffee shop/restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, snacks and sweet treats Specialities include Bewleys Coffee and morrellis ice cream Open 9 - 5 seven days a week Vegetarian / gluten free friendly
Reviewed By Tim L
Very good staff prices a-bit mad but food is very very good better than the run down kings inn i would come back again alot off times Thank you Tim L for your kind comments We love getting such nice feedback Hope to see you again soon
3. Urban Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 109 reviews
A welcoming space great for the whole family with free wifi, kids meals, Vegetarian , vegan and Gluten Free options including GF desserts and cakes. COFFEE & TEA We are delighted to offer local roasters Bailies Coffee as our anchor espresso roast . For th
Reviewed By Sofia P
Called in as group on Thursday 4th July and the salad has obviously not been rinsed as there were gritty bits in every mouthful. The order came incomplete and there was no compensation for this mess. We had been in on another day and it was perfect. Such a pity.Hi Sofia P, Thank you for your review and letting us know about this . I actually worked all day Thurs and there werent any complaints between 9am & 430 when i left for the day . We definitley would have offered comp had we been aware at the time . However i do see we were open late that day and would love to speak to you more to find out more and use this as a learning tool. We will rectify this with you as we would love you to return . We are sorry this has happened to you and want to make things right, please email me personally at the following address: [email protected] or reach me privately on any social media channel.Thanks again,Cat
2. Bilbo's Bistro
Overall Ratings
5 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By Fran0464
We were out for a drive today and decided to stop off for lunch. Rather than travel on to Maghera .........we decided to check out Castlewellan. We liked the look of Bilbos from the outside - clean, tidy and attractive. The menu was clearly displayed and showed a variety of dishes for all tastes. It was busy and that is always a good sign. We were welcomed as soon as we entered through the door and we then chose a nice table in a private corner. It is small inside but you can still have a private conversation without being overheard.Our menu arrived promptly and we ordered quickly. Our tea and water were brought right away. The food arrived quickly- after being freshly cooked. Our waitress was lovely and nothing was too much trouble! I never order anything as it appears on the menu - I tend to change things around! This was not an issue and what I received was exact what I had ordered. That does not happen in other eating establishments! Hubby's Fry was very tasty and not greasy. My chicken and salad delicious. More tea was not an issue .... and to finish off we were given fab homemade shortbread - this was a really nice touch. When we are in the vicinity again we will come to Bilbos - not anywhere else. We were very impressed. 10/10 staff 10/10 food 10/10 value
1. Maghera Inn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 478 reviews
Reviewed By BrianMPowell
Terrific place. The food was excellent, as was the Guinness. Excellent service, super buzz about the place. Very popular with locals (always a good sign) although tricky to find if you don't know where it is. Would absolutely return at the drop of a hat. Highly recommended.
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