Location: Sligo
Top Restaurants in Sligo
Province of Connacht, Ireland Food Guide: 10 European food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Sligo
Find out what European restaurants to try in Sligo. Sligo (Irish: Sligeach, meaning "abounding in shells" — /ˈslaɪɡoʊ/ SLY-goh; Irish pronunciation: [ˈɕlʲɪɟəx]) is a coastal seaport and the county town of County Sligo, Ireland, within the western province of Connacht. With a population of approximately 20,000 in 2016, it is the second largest urban centre in the West of Ireland, with only Galway being larger. The Sligo Borough District constitutes 61% (38,581) of the county's population of 63,000.
Things to do in Sligo
10. The Venue Bar and Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 765 reviews
We are a Bar/ Restaurant specialising in Steak and Seafood. Our Restaurant hours are from 12.30pm to 9.30pm Daily . The bar is very popular with the locals and tourists alike and is open till late with live music at the weekend.
Reviewed By David P
Next door to the Strandhill Hotel & Suites and recommended by the reception, good choice and very busy so book ahead in high season. we waited for 30 minutes in their cosy excellent bar before being seated. The food was excellent especially the spicy deep fried chicken wings a tip from a guy whilst in the bar.
9. Montmartre
Overall Ratings
4 based on 239 reviews
Reviewed By FR02JDR
A table was reserved (essential) for 8 mature gentlemen. We chose from the 39⬠menu, adding copious amounts of Hermitage and Sancerre, leaving us with a bill of 65⬠each including tip. Many of us have experience restaurants across the globe, and agreed that Montmatre was up there with the best for friendly and efficient service, quality of the food & wine and value for money. Our particular thanks go to the friendly French maitre d and the personable Lithuanian waitress.
8. The Strand Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 605 reviews
The Strand Bar (est 1913) nestled between mythic Knocknarea and the famous surf beach of Strandhill, has for many generations been the favoured social spot for locals and tourists alike.Just ten minutes drive from Sligo, close to the airport and one of Eu
Reviewed By bextasul
Visited here for an evening meal at 6.30 but they only had a pizza menu on offer for food. Bar was busy and the pizza in fairness was lovely. They offered a 9â gluten free base for intolerances but couldnât guarantee that there wouldnt be cross contamination. Thankfully it was only an intolerance and not full coeliacs. There was family with us that wouldnât normally be people who eat pizza but they had no other choice. It would have been nice to have some evening bar options for people who donât eat pizza.
7. The Driftwood
Overall Ratings
4 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By Helena G
I stayed at 'The Driftwood' last night, in Room 5, it's a funky room which has been very tastefully decorated. I loved the big brown chairs, bed, digital radio and the bathroom is class.I had lunch in the restaurant which was great and the staff were extremely helpful and friendly. The views from this restaurant are stunning and Rosses Point is a wonderful place to visit. I have travelled a fair bit around the globe and I've stayed in some wonderful places but I cant recommend this place highly enough. I'll definitely be back.
6. Hooked Sligo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 393 reviews
Casual , local irish produce , funky decor, attentive friendly staff with good knowledge of food providence
Reviewed By cb161-2020
A group of us, 5 school friends now based in various parts, met here for lunch and a catch up recently. It was the perfect spot. The menu is mouth-watering and reasonably priced. All dishes made from locally sourced produce and very generous portions. Lots of gluten-free options too. Plenty of tables, but the space is so big, bright and airy, you donât feel packed in like sardines. And the decor is really quirky and interesting, all hand picked and placed by owner/host Anthony who made us feel so welcome. I would thoroughly recommend this restaurant and am planning a return visit to Sligo just so I can eat here again. (Oh, and the music playlist is worth mentioning too. Loved it!)
5. Shells Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1224 reviews
Reviewed By BRADY772
Extremely friendly and helpful staff, made our 2 golden retrievers welcome and supplied dog bowls and water after their swim in the sea. Excellent fish and chips, breakfasts until 12.30pm. This little gem is on the seafront and open from 9-6pm and licensed. Great desserts, homemade bread and homemade baked beans make this a great and reasonable place to eat. Outside seating if the weather is good. There can be a problem parking as the seafront is not long and spaces are at a premium but there are other car parks within a short walk and well worth the effort.
4. Eala Bhan
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1277 reviews
Eala Bhan Restaurant in Sligo Town offers the best in fine dining, specialising in fresh Seafood and Steak.
Reviewed By barrym399
Recently visited Ella Bhan with 8 friends for dinner. Beautifully appointed restaurant adjacent to the quays in Sligo. Reasonable selection on the a la carte menu. We ate a selection of what was on offer....while main courses were delicious, the scallop starter was somewhat disappointing as they were overdone. Baked Alaska dessert which we had expected to be warm/hot was served cold. Not cheap and would have expected better...
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3. The Little Cottage Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 125 reviews
Reviewed By patriciawY7171NW
My partner and I visited the Cottage Cafe last week. We both had great meals as usual. My falafel plate was one of the specials and it was fabulous. They are so creative like food, both in their menu and presentation. And with a killer view of the strand at Rosses Point, what a great place to visit often
2. Knox
Overall Ratings
4 based on 385 reviews
Reviewed By MaureenVegan
We visited Knox as part of the Sligo Vegan Food Tour and we got a most delicious dish of aubergine rolls stuffed with some grain and vegetables and topped with an array of fermented veg and sauce on the side. Absolutely fab - I'll definitely go back.
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1. Vintage Lane Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 203 reviews
Reviewed By steven c
Pleasant service, really good cappuccino, scones to die for, easy access, free wifi, an eclectic neighbourhood to delight, a great place to take a deep breath and relax en route somewhere..... enjoyed.
Most Popular Irish food in Sligo, Province of Connacht, Ireland
