Where to eat Irish food in Valentia Island: The Best Restaurants and Bars

June 1, 2020 Moriah Teneyck

Discover Restaurants offering the best Irish food in Valentia Island, Province of Munster, Ireland including O'Neill's The Point Seafood Bar, The Fisherman's Bar, Bridge Bar The, The Moorings Restaurant, Royal Valentia, Smugglers Cafe, Moorings @ Bridge Bar, The Fertha Bar & Restaurant, Boston's Bar & Restaurant, QC's Seafood Restaurant Bar and Townhouse
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10. QC's Seafood Restaurant Bar and Townhouse

3 Main St Ring of Kerry, Cahersiveen Ireland Irish, Seafood, European Brunch Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +353 66 947 2244 http://www.qc.ie
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4 based on 723 reviews

QC's Seafood Restaurant Bar and Townhouse

QC's won the prestigious award of BIM (Irish Fisheries Board) Seafood Restaurant of the Year in 2012. With Head Chef Eddy Gannon the food seems to just get better and our team of wait staff are as committed to making your dining experience as pleasurable

Reviewed By FromA2B

We have already provided a review of Q&C’s boutique hotel (which is excellent), but it would be just wrong to include the restaurant in the same narrative. It deserves a review all of its own.This is a delightful restaurant, the décor is marine themed, but not cluttered (as so many restaurants are). We were able to book a table for two at check-in, and were facilitated with an excellent table in the middle of the restaurant. Two things we wish to highlight. First, the food. The sizzling prawns were literally the best prawns I have ever tasted. The other main was Black Sole (one of the ‘Specials’) and whilst cooked on the bone, the chef kindly agreed to de-bone it for us. The standard of food is exceptional. Second, the staff - young, energetic, dynamic, polite, courteous, engaging, professional, and effortlessly dealing with a very busy service. Thank you, this was a delightful dining experience.

9. Boston's Bar & Restaurant

Market Street, Valentia Island Ireland Brew Pub, Gastropub, Irish Lunch, Dinner Seating, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Highchairs Available, Table Service +353 66 947 6140 https://www.facebook.com/Bostons-bar-valentia-island-210441802338243/
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4 based on 84 reviews

Boston's Bar & Restaurant

Reviewed By kmdub

Lovely pub with very pleasant and efficient staff who were friendly and attentive. The menu is ample for a small holiday village and the simple fish, chips and salad was delicious. People coming and going all evening helped with the atmosphere.

8. The Fertha Bar & Restaurant

20 Main Street, Cahersiveen 00000 Ireland Irish, European, Bar, Pub Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music [email protected] +353 66 947 2023 http://www.facebook.com/fertha
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4 based on 321 reviews

The Fertha Bar & Restaurant

Reviewed By WeDreamOfTravel

Came here for dinner one evening and were seated quickly. The young waitress was a friendly blond lady who patiently answered our questions about their menu and whiskey in the area. She provided attentive service without hovering. She spared a few minutes to chat with us through the meal, and made us feel welcomed. She told us about the spring well that is inside the restaurant and took us to it to see. The food was quite good. Very well seasoned, prepared, and presented. Service was prompt but not rushed. The atmosphere seemed close, friendly, and very laid-back. People were having discussions, but the noise level was not deafening; you could HAVE a conversation. It felt comfortable, almost like the place belonged to someone we knew personally. This was one of my favorite restaurants on the entire 2-week trip.

7. Moorings @ Bridge Bar

7 Harbour View, Portmagee KH24 Ireland Seafood, European, Irish, Bar, Pub Lunch, Dinner Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol [email protected] +353 66 947 7108 http://www.moorings.ie/
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4 based on 52 reviews

Moorings @ Bridge Bar

Reviewed By Todd C

We had a wonderful dinner in March. The fish was fresh, you could see the boats that brought it in that day. The burger was big, juicy, and tasty. The service was good too.

6. Smugglers Cafe

Portmagee St, Portmagee Ireland Irish, International, Cafe, European Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Highchairs Available, Table Service, Serves Alcohol [email protected] +353 66 967 7250 https://www.smugglerscafe.ie/
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4 based on 89 reviews

Smugglers Cafe

Reviewed By belindal843

Party of 2 came in for lunch, the cafe was half full. and was offered a very small table part way across the entrance which would have barely held two plates. There were several larger tables spare with other parties of 2 occupying them. So I asked if we could have a larger table and was told by a very rude lady that she was saving the tables for groups of 4. At that we left! Very disappointed - very poor customer service - don’t seem to want your custom - avoid!

5. Royal Valentia

Knightstown, Valentia Island Co. Kerry, Knightstown, Valentia Island Ireland Irish, Seafood, Pub, Bar Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Table Service, Free Wifi +353 66 947 6144 http://royalvalentia.ie/
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4 based on 177 reviews

Royal Valentia

Reviewed By Jim G

We had lunch at Royal Valentia while staying at the nearby Spring Acre B & B. I like the Royal Valentia’s Mission Statement: “To provide quality and Value 30 paces from the Atlantic.” Our party split a burger and pizza. Service was swift and the food was good. The décor is what one would expect from a restaurant in a small town but elegant Irish hotel. The Royal Valentia provided a good start to our Valentia visit.

4. The Moorings Restaurant

Main Street, Portmagee Ireland Irish, Bar, Seafood, European Breakfast, Dinner, Brunch, Lunch, Late Night Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music +353 66 947 7108 http://www.moorings.ie/restaurant-and-bar/moorings-restaurant/
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4 based on 652 reviews

The Moorings Restaurant

With the ocean's bounty at our doorstep, it comes as no surprise that seafood plays a large part in The Moorings cuisine. We are committed to only using the best quality produce,from the freshest fish and shellfish, to the choicest Irish beef and lamb and

Reviewed By MariaCawley

Had a delicious meal here. Main servings are huge, couldn't manage starter and main. Few things could make this place excellent; if ordering muscles, serve bowl for empty shells and bowl wkth hit water and lemon for cleaning fingers. If muscles come with a sauce, perhaps serve bread for dipping and spoon. If water vessel is empty and left at edge of table, refill without being asked. 3 fillets of sea bass probably too much. Extra dish of potatoes and veg served which wasn't touched as we had too much food. Really enjoyed meal overall.

3. Bridge Bar The

Main Street, Portmagee Ireland Irish, Bar, Seafood, European, Pub Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Takeout, Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music +353 66 947 7108 http://www.moorings.ie/restaurant-and-bar/bridge-bar/
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4 based on 603 reviews

Bridge Bar The

The Bridge Bar at The Moorings, Portmagee is open all year round. Great food served all day with traditional music at weekends. Trips to Skellig Michael can be arranged and packages are available from April to September. Cois Cuain gift shop is open from

Reviewed By RichardN377

We enjoyed an excellent experience at this restaurant. We were a group of eight who went to this restaurant without reservations. Perhaps because it was Sunday, perhaps because it was the first week of September, however the restaurant was not overly busy although there was a crowd. Our waiter was Johnny and he did an excellent job in taking care of all of our needs. Within our group we enjoyed a variety of traditional Irish dishes as well as fish dishes. All of us were happy with their choices. The atmosphere is great Irish decor. An added bonus for us was a group of seven local musicians who came in and played live around 9:30 pm. I rate this as top notch both in meals and ambience. Service was great as well.

2. The Fisherman's Bar

Portmagee Ireland Irish, Bar, Seafood, Pub Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Table Service, Television [email protected] +353 66 947 7103 http://www.fishermansbarportmagee.com
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4 based on 274 reviews

The Fisherman's Bar

The Fisherman’s bar and Restaurant Portmagee. We are known as a lively traditional Irish pub with some of the best Sea food you are likely to eat. We are located at the pier in the heart of the fishing village of Portmagee.

Reviewed By HowlnBubba

When our tour stopped in town for lunch, we liked the look of this interesting place, located just across the street from the harbor. We were greeted and seated quickly by friendly staff. We both chose open crab sandwiches on soda bread (Not the soda bread you typically see on St. Patrick's Day in the US). They were excellent, with just enough mayonnaise to bind the plentiful pieces of crab. Prices are reasonable.

Top 10 restaurants in Valentia Island, Ireland

1. O'Neill's The Point Seafood Bar

Renard Point Valentia Harbour, Cahersiveen Ireland Irish, Seafood, Pub Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +353 66 947 2165 http://www.oneillsthepoint.ie
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4 based on 616 reviews

O'Neill's The Point Seafood Bar

Reviewed By sharyls2019

Seafood and Irish coffee - a win win.Wait staff was very good. We went there twice in 2 weeks. The lobster was so good. The location, by the water, was a plus.

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