Where to Eat in Ballybunion: The Best Restaurants and Bars

September 10, 2017 Kiesha Cripe

Ballybunion or Ballybunnion (Irish: Baile an Bhuinneánaigh) is a coastal town and seaside resort in County Kerry, Ireland, 15 km (9.3 mi) from the town of Listowel. There are castle ruins near the town, although all that remains is a single wall, and two golf courses in the area including the famous Ballybunion Golf Club, a top class Links course founded in 1893 and host course to the Murphys Irish Open in 2000 and Palmer Cup in 2004. According to the Central Statistics Office, Ballybunion had a population of 1329 in 2002.
Things to do in Ballybunion

1. McMunns Restaurant

Main Street | Kerry, Ballybunion, Ireland Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Reservations, Outdoor Seating Irish, Bar, European, Seafood, International, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night HK$118 - HK$400 +353 68 28845
Excellent
59%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
5%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 250 reviews

McMunns Restaurant

Reviewed By Dick L - Limerick, Ireland

We've visited a few times in the past year. McMunns used to be the Greenmount Hotel and has been radically redone by the new owners. Service is brisk and friendly and the fish dishes are generally quite good. A little pricey, especially for wine, but overall a good experience.

2. The Long Dock

West Street, Carrigaholt, Ireland Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Parking Available Irish, Bar, Seafood, Pub, European, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +353 65 905 8106
Excellent
66%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
6%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 295 reviews

The Long Dock

Reviewed By Ian S - Geneva

Very good atmosphere, very friendly staff. I tried the seafood chowder, it was very good and hit the spot after coming in from the cold. My partner has the mushrooms on toast also very good. Tried the sticky toffee pudding, it was OK, not the best I've ever had, washed down with some green tea, overall a very pleasant experience. They have an open fire.

3. Ballybunion Golf Club Restaurant

Golf links Road | Ballybunion, Ballybunion, Ireland Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wheelchair Accessible Irish, Bar, European, Pub Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Brunch
Excellent
50%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
4%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 85 reviews

Ballybunion Golf Club Restaurant

The restaurant is in the famous Ballybunion Golf Club. The reataurant is open to the public and serves a great dinner. Booking advisable at the weekends. Beautiful view of the sun setting in the evening over the sea.

Reviewed By COTTONEYEDDJ - Ireland

Ballybunion golf club has one of the best club houses in Ireland.The food is as good.The seafood chower id to die for.Anytime I play Ballybunion we always have lunch before we go out or we try and arrange to have dinner after our game.Top class food and friendly staff.

4. Marine Restaurant

Main Street | Ballybunion, Ballybunion, Ireland Wheelchair Accessible, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Outdoor Seating, Free Wifi Irish, European, Contemporary, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +353 68 27139
Excellent
66%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
1%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 152 reviews

Marine Restaurant

Reviewed By Thomas D - Cork, Ireland

Previously ate here a number of years ago. Went back on the spur of the moment. Food was excellent with large quantities. Had the cod tempura with salad and chips. Would highly recommend it. Other member's of the party had beef and lamb. No complaints. The Deserts were also excellent. The staff were friendly and efficient.

5. McCarthy's Sundaes Ballybunion

3 Main Street, Ballybunion, Ireland Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible Vegetarian Friendly
Excellent
74%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 61 reviews

McCarthy's Sundaes Ballybunion

Reviewed By Lynda K

Nice little ice-cream parlour in Ballybunion. Really busy when we were there which is testament to how good the ice-cream is. It's not particularly cheap but I wouldn't call it expensive. Definitely worth a visit. We've dropped into this place on our last few visits and made the trip to Ballybunion specifically for the Surfers Special @ €7.50. Warm doughnut, fresh cream and your choice of Ice cream (flavours include cookie dough, baileys, white choc and Oreo, raspberry ripple & mint chocolate), all topped of with a choc/caramel sauce. Looks good but tastes better. If you're in the area, don't have lunch and treat yourself to a Sundae.

6. Strollers Bistro

Teach de Broc, Ballybunion V31 C971, Ireland Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards Irish, Bar, European, Gluten Free Options Dinner HK$55 - HK$306 +353 68 27581
Excellent
88%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 84 reviews

Strollers Bistro

At Strollers our chefs pride themselves on using the freshest ingredients, and local seafood is delivered daily. The ever-changing menu, along with the special attention given to each and every guest has made Strollers a haven for food lovers from near and far.

Reviewed By Doubleeagle - Connecticut

Located in the Teach deBroc guest house. Locally sourced, excellent presentation & preparation. Diverse menu. Have eaten here multiple times and the experience, hospitality, food & drink are well beyond expectations. Have likely had pretty much everything on the menu and everything excellent. Never had lunch here but many a breakfast - could be the best Full Irish in all of the Republic. Complete with freshly squeezed juice. Great coffee.

7. Bernie's Bar in Cliff House Hoel

Cliff Road, Ballybunion, Ireland Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Wheelchair Accessible Irish, Bar, International, European Dinner
Excellent
51%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
12%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 32 reviews

Bernie's Bar in Cliff House Hoel

Reviewed By mcnolan13

This venue has a warm welcoming decor but the food is anything but simple pub grub. We were seated in the restaurant area right by the window and could watch the sun go down. We both had the Hake which was served with delicious creamy mash and vegetables. The best part though was dessert, the Eton Mess was the best I've ever had and beautifully presented in a conch, continuing the seaside theme. The staff were extremely attentive and friendly and couldn't do enough to ensure we enjoyed the whole experience. Nice romantic setting for couples but also suitable for bigger groups, many families were there at the time.

8. Hanafin's Bar

Main Street | Main Street, Annascaul, Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry, Annascaul, Ireland Waitstaff, Seating, Street Parking, Television, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Wheelchair Accessible Pub +353 66 915 7348
Excellent
76%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 25 reviews

Hanafin's Bar

Family run bar no food available

Reviewed By Anna D - Cork, Ireland

This was a very quaint little pub! My parents and I went one night during our stay in Annascaul. The bartender and all of the patrons were very friendly and engaging!many thanks,it was indeed a pleasure to welcome you and your family,hoping we see you all agin. kind regards,John

9. daroka

Cliff Road, Ballybunion, Ireland Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi French, Irish, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Breakfast +353 68 27911
Excellent
80%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 178 reviews

daroka

Reviewed By jkochi - Dornach, Switzerland

We played Ballybunion Golf Course. Out of season, there aren't many places to eat. Daroka should be on your list of places to eat when EVER you are there. An absolute must! Most of the guests we spoke to tonight were regulars who drive up to an hour to get there. Will definitely plan for a visit here on the next trip to Ireland.

10. Mario's

Main Street, Ballybunion, Ireland Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible Fast Food Lunch, Dinner
Excellent
37%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
3%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 26 reviews

Mario's

Reviewed By Mairead H - Limerick, Ireland

Food here is top notch. It's very filling and will leave you full. There is ample Seating area which is kept very clean. If you eat in food will be bought down to you.

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