Location: Clonmany
Top Restaurants in Clonmany
Top 10 restaurants in Clonmany, Ireland
Clonmany (Irish: Cluain Maine) is a village in north-west Inishowen, in County Donegal, Ireland. The area has many local beauty spots, and the Ballyliffin area is famous for its golf course. The Urris area to the west of Clonmany village was the last outpost of the Irish language in Inishowen. In the 19th century, the area was a frequent location of poitín distillation.
Things to do in Clonmany
1. The Rusty Nail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 185 reviews
Situated at the foot of the Urris Hills on The Wild Atlantic Way, The Rusty Nail is one of Inishowen's hidden gems. With a welcoming open fire and friendly locals, The Rusty Nail provides a warm atmosphere to enjoy a good pint, a bit of craic, and of course great food. This traditional food pub, run by local couple Maresa & Enda McDonagh has an extensive bar food menu including favourites such pan-fried seabass fillets, cauliflower puree, grilled asparagus & salsa verde and grilled 30-day aged fillet steak, roast onion puree, watercress, traditional tobacco onions & red wine jus as well as a varied selection of pasta, vegetarian and gluten free options. The Rusty Nail hosts live traditional music sessions every Sunday evenings and caters for parties and family functions all year around. There are also many local activities nearby such as horse riding at Tullagh Bay Equestrian Centre, walks to Glenevin Waterfall, a visit to Dunree Fort as well relaxing walks on Leenan, Binion, or Tullagh strands. A journey along the Wild Atlantic Way wouldn't be the same without a visit to The Rusty Nail.
Reviewed By Almostgreynomad - Sydney, Australia
Recommended to go here, and was good advice ! Sunday afternoon, 5pm, trad singing .... very, very good ! Weren't going to .... but stayed and ate, and the food was great ... Lovely evening, and a really special treat for a visitor from Oz.
2. Seaview Tavern
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 325 reviews
Reviewed By MissJen - Athlone, Ireland
Ate here a couple of times during our stay in the area. Word to the wise, the portions are huge and the garlic chips are yummy! Sides were enough for two people so keep in mind when ordering. Lots of fresh seafood, all simply cooked. Lovely friendly local staff and a great view with outside Seating for those days when the weather allows, and even when it doesn’t wrap up well and enjoy the location! Good Guinness too :)
3. Ubiquitous Restaurant and Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 240 reviews
Reviewed By MikenLynn
We think that this was about as good as it gets in a dining experience in the area. Thoroughly modern, clean, attentive staff and absolutely the best grilled salmon I’ve ever had anywhere, and I do mean anywhere.
The presentation of the meals was uniquely a work of art. The preparation of both the salmon and chicken was flawless. Ubiquitous is just next door to a great pub where you can catch local traditional music on Thursday nights
Truly our best dining experience in Ireland yet.
.... interesting name......
4. The Butterbean Restaurant and B & B
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 166 reviews
A family run restaurant and b & b. Open daily for breakfast , tasty lunches and delicious evening meals. Fully licenced bar.
Reviewed By Jamie M
Had stopped reviewing on trip advisor because of too many inconsistent reviews but after eating at the butterbean and Reading previous reviews felt I had to again.
We ate on New Year’s Day and although it was very busy we were seen to quickly by a lovely waitress who saw to our every need and was super even too my fussy wife.
The menu was a selection of dishes from the alacarte menu.
The lamb rump was Devine and chicken and beef burger was superb.
We didn’t want the usual Turkey or beef dinner so soon after Christmas dinner.
Excellent value for top class food and excellent service.
Well done butterbean
WILL BE BACK very soon
5. Farren's Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 83 reviews
Reviewed By sonyamsonyamsonyam - Dublin, Ireland
We stopped here for a drink after visiting Malin Head. We got a genuinely warm welcome and had a great pow wow with the owner. Lovely place to visit after Malin Head. The Guinness was very good!
6. Simpson's Bar & Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 130 reviews
Tennent's Donegal Pub of the Year '98, '99. Black and White Donegal Pub of the Year 2000/2001. Simpson's Bar and Restaurant is an ideal place to spend a relaxing afternoon or a great night out with friends. Renowned throughout Donegal for excellent food and home cooking, the Bar is adorned with antique furniture where a luxurious atmosphere has been created. Delicious home cooked meals served 12 - late Mon-Sun. Music Saturday nights from 10.30.
Reviewed By bmclmar46 - Derry, United Kingdom
Called in about 2.30 when there was a lunch menu on Asked for Breaded fish which is not normally served at that time Large portions were served at early bird prices when they could have have charged the evening menu price Very good meal and very nice friendly staff
7. Claire The Bakers
Overall Ratings
5 based on 107 reviews
Claire the Bakers is suitated on the Wild Atlantic Way in Carndonagh Inishowen Co. Donegal, serving award winning food and amazing coffee. An amazing selection of fresh lunch specials and desserts you will not leave hungry . Claire the Bakers also known as CTB is a must visit if your ever in the area ️!
Reviewed By Bobbyjean44 - Malin, Ireland
Conveniently situated next t the supermarket it is a great place to drop in for a quick pick me up after shopping. Delicious home baked scones and cakes, or if you prefer a light lunch with soup and a Sandwich. The staff are friendly and helpful. Highly recommended.
8. Caffe Banba
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 102 reviews
Bakery, Cakery & Fabulous Coffee, plus freshly prepared soups, toasties, wraps, salads and other delicious food options. Family run, with a real pride for providing the best quality produce, in a relaxed, simple and quirky little shop.
Reviewed By paolomclean
I always pop in to banba for a coffee whilst out on my bike in innisowen.
Latest visit I had great pannini. All the staff were really friendly and attentive.
Their double espressos are excellent.
I'll add my kids love the hot chocolate when they visit.
Its a great place to go to if youre doing the Innisowen 100.
9. Nancy's Barn Ballyliffin
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 515 reviews
Voted World famous seafood chowder champions 2017 in Newport Rhode island, USA We are a Unique Coffee shop / Bistro with a highly skilled team of chefs & front of house staff serving up the freshest baking & savoury dishes daily. All Ireland award winning seafood chowder Champions 2016 & Donegals best seafood chowder 2015. Nancy's Barn received Trip adviser of Excellence 2015 & 2016 in a Row. We use Local fresh seafood and ingredients all the way in our dishes! We strive for customer excellence in our business daily. Nancy's barn can be dimmed rite down by Evening to a beautiful fine dining restaurant /bistro for your private family get together serving up delicious Ala Carte dishes tailored by you & our Culinary Team. Fully Wine Licensed premises OPEN DAILY ALL YEAR AROUND.
Reviewed By Bostin123 - Derry, United Kingdom
A family meet for breakfast and what a mess, the food was terrible two of us had crispy bacon stack, the bacon was so undercooked the fat was still cold and flaccid, disgusting, and as for the pancakes well least said, a totally disgusting breakfast,I really hope I won’t be dragged there again
10. Kitty Sean's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By Joe M
Tried out this bute cafe after a long morning dog walk on Doagh island's stunning Beaches. The staff were very friendly and welcoming.The coffee and home made cake were delicious and the views from my patio table fantastic. The toilets were spotless and there is Seating upstairs near a huge panoramic window looking out on to the beach and Malins Head . Thanks for making me feel so welcome and for the top up coffee & water for my dogs.
