Location: Arklow
Top Restaurants in Arklow
Most Popular Irish food in Arklow, Province of Leinster, Ireland
Reviews on Irish food in Arklow, Province of Leinster, Ireland. Arklow (from Old Norse Arnkell-lág, meaning 'meadow of Arnkell', Irish: An tInbhear Mór, meaning "the great estuary") is a town in County Wicklow on the east coast of Ireland, overlooked by Arklow Hill. Founded by the Vikings in the ninth century, Arklow was the site of one of the bloodiest battles of the 1798 rebellion. Arklow's proximity to Dublin led to it becoming a commuter town with a population of 14,353 as of the 2016 census.
Things to do in Arklow
10. Burger Hill
Reviewed By suebJ6278XS
Curry and chips , and the chicken curry and chips is the best . Very popular fast food with the locals, always busy but service is very good .
9. Good Times Cafe
Reviewed By pauld6789
Stopped off here a couple of months ago for a breakfast and I've been going back ever since. The food is great. The menu is small but everything on it is lovely. Free coffee refills with breakfast. Good hearty dinners are always available. Very friendly service. They don't take cards which in this day and age is silly.
8. Redmond Restaurant
Reviewed By cmb2
This was a very good stop for our group of 40 as we were touring all day out of Dublin & had just toured the nearby Avoca Mill. The fact that wine was included in our pre-paid lunches was a plus, and the fact we weren't served chicken was also a plus. (We'd been served chicken at practically every previous lunch with half of them not including wine, just local beer or ale or Guinness.) My only complaint was the greens served with a pate & toast was apparently just for garnish -- not anything close to being a salad, and I like a side salad with meals at restaurants. The roast beef with gravy was tender & flavorful, as were the 2 varieties of potato (roasted & mashed). The carrots & peas I could've done without as I'm not a fan of either. We had our choice of light desserts, and I chose the chocolate mousse in a chocolate pastry shell with coffee. All in all the meal served me well as we still had more bus time & touring on foot afterwards. Would definitely make this a lunch stop again if I'm ever out this way.
7. The Old House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 31 reviews
The Old House is a new modern bar and restaurant recently opened in the heart of Arklow. We offer a wide range of cuisine from Irish to oriental while also offering a vast variety of beverages. Our classic style restaurant upstairs offers two and three co
Reviewed By LYNN C
We had dinner here our 1st night in Ireland. My husband is British and said his Fish & Chips was really good! I had their special of Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad and it was delicious especially with marinated cashews! Our server Sarah was super friendly and took the time to answer our questions and was super efficient! The atmosphere was very cozy! Highly recommend this restaurant!
6. Link's Restaurant
Overall Ratings
5 based on 26 reviews
Link's Restaurant is located on the coast of Arklow town and is an ideal venue for all your party needs, with stunning views of the Irish Sea and the Arklowâ golf links course. Open seven days a week, we are constantly refreshing our menu with daily speci
Reviewed By Jonathan A
I attended a function here with my husband and two kids in December. I had heard from some friends that it was actually a very underrated place. He was right. The food in Links Restaurant is nothing short of phenomenal. The service was also excellent, with Luke and Harriet in particular looking after us very well. Would definitely recommend this little gem to anybody. Thanks again guys!JonoThank you for taking the time to write this review, we really appreciate all feedback here @ Link's Restaurant and we look forward to your return.
5. The Broken Chair Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By Christy_Luv2
We've been a few times and it's always packed, so get there before 1pm if you can (it closes at 4pm). Breakfast is excellent, as are any of the dishes. Lovely, helpful and friendly staff, who are certainly kept on their toes! Congrats to everyone. A lovely place to eat and a great choice of dishes. ENJOY!
4. Darcy McGees
Overall Ratings
4 based on 118 reviews
Reviewed By Benchdublin
I was struggling to find a place to eat in Arklow as the main street appears empty of eating houses. i went to Darcy McGee's on the recommendation of a local. Its a fine sized pug that does grub. I got a menu straight away and had a set menu for a very reasonable price. I went for the Chinese options on the menu and was not disappointed.I enjoyed my meal and was very pleased with everything about it. The staff were great. I would go back if I was in the town again.
3. The Blue Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 70 reviews
Reviewed By rpayres
On Sunday the 29th we visited this cafe for breakfast, I have been here before about 2 years ago whilst visiting family and the staff are very friendly and the food is exceptional and cooked to perfection, I would recommend a visit if visiting Arklow in County Wicklow you will not regret it.
2. The Old Ship
Overall Ratings
4 based on 69 reviews
Family run Pub serving good drink and good food. We also cover all and we mean ALL sports on many screens around the premises. For the music lovers, well we have you covered too. Thursday night we have our folk sessions. Saturdayâs, a live band and again
Reviewed By Pat D
One of our first stops when we go to Arklow isThe Ship to get our first pint of Guinness. Sean is always friendly and remembers us (we have been there several times over the past 7 years!). The staff is friendly and accomodating, the food is great and when we have been there for the entertainment it has been wonderful. Looking forward to going back.Hi Pat D,Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. It means a great deal to all of here to see people appreciating what we do here. Itâs always our pleasure to see you and hopefully we will again soon. On behalf of all âthe crewâ Go raibh maith agat.
1. Christyâs
Overall Ratings
4 based on 289 reviews
Christy's Arklow comprises of a large ground floor lounge, bar & restaurant, with an impressive outdoor terrace opening out onto the Avoca River.
Reviewed By SiobhanONW
Lovely spot, highly recommended. We had 4 kids Turkey dinners, 2 massive burgers and chips, jug of blackcurrant, 2 cokes and we ate every bit! Delicious food, friendly staff. Would definitely go back. Free ice cream and free choc cake for our daughter whose 8th birthday it was. Altogether â¬60. Fabulous!
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