We were driving through Doolin and decided to follow signs to the Doolin Crafts Gallery, hoping to…read morepick up a few gifts for folks back home. We found Brian Hackett hard at work in his jewelry studio, which I think has taken over the Crafts Gallery space. In any case, we were impressed by Brian's work but were not in the market for jewelry, so we moved along. In the other wing of the building, we were astounded to find the most AMAZING little bakery - to think we almost drove right by this place and didn't even know it existed. Fabiola, Brian's partner, has brought a little piece of France to this quiet corner of Ireland! Her delicate pastries and exquisite desserts reflect professional training and an artistic eye. They taste every bit as good as they look, too... I am still dreaming about the raspberry tart. Oh, la la. Fabiola herself is a welcoming host and will make you feel right at home as you enjoy her sun-bathed cafe, which overlooks the patio garden and fields beyond. A magical place, with cheerful touches of color and character in every inch of the decor...the perfect spot to sit and stay a while as you savor a mouth-watering pastry or scone and linger over a cup of dark, true coffee. Not to be missed if you are passing through Doolin. If the signs for the Doolin Crafts Gallery lead you astray, here is my best attempt at directions: take R479 northeast out of Doolin. About 1.0km out of town, you will see a large white church on a right-hand corner. Take a right on the lane just before it (L1036, I believe). The cafe and jewelry gallery will just a few hundred meters up on your right.

We felt very lucky to stumble across Fabiola's Patisserie & Cafe outside of Doolin. Service was…read moregreat, and Fabiola makes the best brownie my wife has ever had! Highly recommend. The 'poolish' bread and lemon meringue pie were also great. Thanks, Fabiola!

We stumbled into the Connemara Greenway Café & Restaurant purely by chance, and wow... what a gem…read more Our group of four adults absolutely loved every bite. We had two spicy beef casseroles that were packed with flavor, along with two sandwich-and-salad combos that hit the spot perfectly. I grabbed a cup of the ginger carrot soup, and it was fantastic. Do yourself a favor and save room for dessert -- the cinnamon apple piece is an absolute must-try. And honestly, the lattes and coffees alone are worth pulling over for. If you're in the area, please give this family-run place a visit. You won't be disappointed. It's such a treat when you unexpectedly discover a treasure like this one.

Our last meal in Ireland turned out to be one of the best. I ordered the grilled fish of the day,…read morewhile my husband ordered the pickled herring(?) salad. The fish was cooked perfectly and tasted so fresh. Loved the side of root veggies. This restaurant is owned by a husband and wife-- wife does all the cooking! The host (husband of chef) was extremely friendly and interesting to talk to-- I am so glad we stumbled upon this restaurant on our last night in Ireland. I'd certainly recommend eating here if you have the chance to explore outside of Galway.

We decided to eat here before walking up Dun Aonghasa, which might be the trick because it got busy…read moreas we were finishing up with people coming in from other tours and back from their walk. The atmosphere is extremely cozy, dimmer lighting with colorful lights strung around, mismatched pillows, and local art on the walls. The woman at the front was friendly and quite patient with us. I ordered a ham and cheese sandwich, along with a toffee square. The sandwiches are solid. They're made with a whole grain(?) bread, tomatoes, mayo, and lettuce, on top of the main protein. The toffee square was my personal highlight, sweet and sticks to your teeth, but I like treats like that.

Went in early December it was decorated the fire was going. I had got stuck in the rain hiking and…read moreCatherine was kind enough to loan me a blanket and dry my clothes. very kind. The food is excellent. I had the lasagna. I was traveling solo. This shows you what a good person she is. The service was great and all the food ate her own recipes. Definitely recommend!!!

A wonderful spot to eat and drink in the village of An Spidéal, food so good you go to have the…read moreexact same dishes again before you even consider the rest of the menu, by the way, all good. Well considered wine list and impeccable presentation and service, a real gem, fíor seoda

Lovely cafe with delicious food and friendly staff. Clean and airy. Outdoor dining option.read more

It's closed. Fortunately other options were available in the area. The tourist center directed us…read moreto a couple of other choices

Great lunch in a very cute cafe…read more Places like the Hungry Monk are easy to love: comfort food with with locally-sourced ingredients in a very charming little town. Just by looking at the menu and the way the food is served you can tell that the owners take pride in what they do. I have a nice piece of leek quiche with a side salad and a piece of their homemade brown bread. It was great and I wish I had the chance to try more. Warp technology should be real so that I could head over to Cong on a daily basis for a lovely lunch. Visiting Cong? Do consider this place for lunch. It will make you happy.

A nice little pocket area off of road with cute shops. Our restaurant was light and airy and I have…read moreto say it might have been the best dish I had while in Ireland.

Delicious place to eat close to the ferry that goes to the Cliffs of Moher. Chowder and grab claws…read morewere very rich and delicious. Goat cheese and beet salad was one of the finest one of us had ever had -- the cheese was insanely good. Ham sandwich was more of a pile of sliced ham with bread on this side, assume this is a sandwich in Ireland. Very good, but don't expect a panini-type experience. Would definitely visit again!

Apr 9, 2025 Great breakfast, highly recommend, if you have…read moretime. This place gets very busy and seems popular with the locals. Coffee was delicious and the very welco

We enjoyed a lovely breakfast at this darling cafe in June 2023. The cafe is a very short walk from…read moreThe Connacht Hotel, with delicious food, excellent prices, and wonderful coffee. Our family of four were able to eat for less than 35 euro total. The staff were courteous and prompt and the ambiance is quaint. The cafe seemed to be a spot where locals frequent. We very much liked being in a place that didn't feel "touristy." We sipped our coffee and ate bacon, eggs, French toast, salad, baked beans, croissant, and veggies while watching a light rain shower out the windows. What a wonderful cafe! We highly recommend!

Don't bother. Seems it's closed for good. Google maps can't find it and when driving through the…read moretown it is nowhere to be found.

Good carvery selection for lunch…read more Long lines move quickly; they can easily feed a lot of tourists in a hurry! Good pre-fab carvery selection of hot foods; for carnivores like me - and they also have vegetarian options. Full bar selection available at the bar, or from the cafe-food line. Food prices are reasonable, but the drink orices can skyrocket quickly. $$$. Watch your bar tab; these drinks are a little pricier than at most pubs. Food is good though!

What a lovely friendly family run Coffee venue. I had a scone right out of the oven!…read more Brought home some jam.... Ireland to CA.... Mmmm

Lovely local cafe with freshly sourced ingredients and homemade baked goods. Benefits local meals…read moreon wheels program. My partner and I had a delicious breakfast. I had eggs, sausage, and brown bread. He had brioche French Toast and bacon. Forget about your hotel buffet; drive 4 km into the village for this gem!