The owner of Murphy Blacks is happy to tell you that this is the best restaurant in Kilkee, and…read morehe'd be right. I sampled 4 other restaurants, and between my explorations and those of my numerous traveling companions on this trip, we'd concur. The focus is on seafood, but they have a variety of other selections, as well. The food is very local and very fresh. My clear favorite was the mussels, the appetizer portion of which is enough for a meal. I'd also recommend the goat cheese and seafood sampler (which was a collection of seafood salads and smoked fish). The lamb and grilled fish are recommended for entrees--though be warned that Ireland overcooks meat in general for the American palate, so discuss how well you want your lamb and beef done with your server. The lamb casserole (sans noodles, hooray) was exquisite as well. A number of the dishes, like the Hake Au Gratin was a little rich for my palate, but popular at our table. A broad selection of desserts and a wine list with enough options of excellent quality round out the meal. (Go for a soft Albarino or crisp Sancerre to complement your seafood). Also, before 6:30pm they have an "early bird" menu, a prix fixe deal. I'm a fan of the food, but I think the service pushed this place a little bit higher for me. Very personal and personable servers, with one owner interacting with customers and the other upstairs in the kitchen. I was fairly stuffed and couldn't finish my entree and they were concerned and made sure I was happy with my meal. Don't worry, I was. All 3 of them in the week I was in Kilkee.

Nine of us chose Murphy Black's for dinner last night. It was a fabulous experience! It would be…read morehard to start with what was better...the food or the service. Both were extraordinary! The owner was our host and raconteur during the evening, helping us pick dishes to fit each of s to telling local stories. His wife and Co owner is the chef. The lamb casserole for me was a surprise presentation and was delicious. My wife had the black sole and was delighted. We also shared the crab tartlet. All was wonderful. Others had a seafood stew, steaks and maybe the highlight was the cannelloni. If you are in the neighborhood or playing golf at Doonbeg, I strongly recommend you go here! U

What an amazing local restaurant. Great location, beautiful views, excellent food, polite and…read moreattentive staff. Our group was four individuals. Three of us chose the "Seafood Surprise" and one had the "Vegetarian Surprise". The "Surprise" consists of 5 wonderful courses served at appropriate times. The food was spectacular. A perfect ending to a perfect vacation to the west coast of Ireland. Thank you Barrtra.

This is the most amazing meal I have had in a decade. We stumbled in through yelp and they squeezed…read moreus in without a reservation. I am beyond grateful for that kindness. The food is made with the freshest of ingredients. I am told they have two green houses, chickens, fresh herbs. The seafood surprise was truely amazing.

Lovely glass terrace with views of castle. Interesting menu…read more Decent chips. Chips 10/10 (recommend twice cooked). The fish was a bit soggy in the middle and could have done with a few more minutes/ hotter oil. Prawns were okay -- the three sauces sounded amazing but underwhelming. Had hoped for flavour kick -- prawns were both over cooked (about to become rubbery & undercooked -- shell not crispy. I think the grill may not have been hot enough ? But tasty and enjoyed the fresh seafood quality Other tables ordered the wings & mussels-- looked yummy. Portions ample! Arrived to weird 5-10 min wait (despite reservation) between bar and terrace areas. Hostess eventually arrived. Waitress rushed the order (no drinks menu provided), seemed surprised to be asked for a recommendation. At end was awhile before could flag someone down to pay.

Good place to go for food. Really nice view of the river. The service was great. I got and enjoyed…read morethe fish and chips. I also got the tiramisu which was really good. They had other things on the menu that will make me go back.

22 June 2025 : 1) harbour chowder 2) cappuccino 3) cod fish and chips 4) sea bass fish and chips…read more We got here at about 2pm and there was a large group of young people so we had to wait 10 minutes. The sea bass is the best dish and the harbour chowder was full of seafood. Freshly ground peppers helped too.

After arriving in Tralee, we were initially looking for another restaurant to eat at for lunch, but…read moreit was nowhere to be found in the cute, quaint downtown area. So, we decided to pop into Quinlan's Fish for a quick bite. - Fish and (Real) Chips: the fish was perfectly fried, so tender and juicy, and it wasn't overly fried or greasy like many others in the US. - Seafood Chowder: I thoroughly enjoyed the chowder. It was packed full of cubes of different types of fish, so you definitely get a lot for what you pay. Service was great, and it was the perfect spot for a quick lunch stop.

A good tourist town restaurant specializing in seafood and steak. Fish and chips prepared…read moreperfectly and served piping hot. "Sea bass" served with a nice pomegranate mango topping, fried half potatoes and steamed vegetables. Both were good. Murphys beer on tap for those tired of Guinness. Service efficient but not chatty. Ambiance is pretty plain. Nothing special. The music is American country, which is a little odd. Food was the highlight.

Kitty O'Se's was recommended by the host of our B&B in Killarney, Ireland. It's a nice restrauant;…read morequaint, cozy and romantic inside, with limited alfresco dinning available. We chose the alfresco option. We started with an order of oysters and a a bottle of Little Eden Shariz from eastern Australia. It was was smooth, with a nice nose and a smooth finish. The ostyers were amazing, just wish I could have had my horseradish and Tabasco sauce with them. The sea bass was very good and I really liked the mango pomegranate salsa which is unusual for me as I would normally not even taste such a concoction. The salsa was tasty and paired very well with the sea bass. The side salad was difficult to eat. The cup was small and spillage was inevitable. The service was good with one exception, the bill for dinner was never brought to the table, after waiting for a while, I went in and paid the tab. Prehaps that's a cultural thing. Prices were moderate-high. All in all an enjoyable but it did not rise to the level of five star.

2025 June 23: 1) Dover sole from specials 2) sirloin steak from specials 3) oysters 4) chowder. The…read morechowder is very good and so is the Dover sole. We ordered fragrant rice and that is just plain rice. But the meshed potatoes are really good.

We decided to pop in for a quick drink and some oysters, since it is their namesake. Upon entering,…read morewe were asked if we had a reservation, which we had not but were fine being turned away if they were just too busy to seat us. They did seat us at one of their high top tables, which we were very grateful for. Our drinks came out quickly despite a very crowded bar area with many locals chatting away. When the oysters came out, we noticed that they were not cold to the touch. In fact, they were pretty warm, which kind of alarmed us. After trying a few, we decided to just stop eating them because we didn't want to get sick. We happily paid for everything without a complaint, but I will caution those who come by for fresh, raw oysters. Service was great despite a busy afternoon and the not so great oysters, so I can't fault them too much for one appetizer. I'm sure their other dishes are great.

While exploring Dingle, we walked past The Fish Box and noticed a huge line stretching outside the…read morerestaurant. Since they don't take reservations, we kept walking but were curious enough to look up the reviews. After seeing how highly rated it was, we decided to come back when we were ready for lunch. I'm so glad we did. We timed it perfectly, avoided the line, and were seated immediately. The service was excellent from the moment we arrived. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. The food absolutely lived up to the hype. We ordered the chicken goujons, fish tacos, The Fish Box, and the seafood chowder. Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. You could tell the seafood was incredibly fresh. What impressed us even more was the value. The prices were very reasonable for the quality and portion sizes we received. The atmosphere is casual and comfortable, making it an easy place to relax and enjoy a great meal. Located just a block from the marina, The Fish Box was one of our favorite lunches in Ireland. If you find a line, don't let it scare you away. It's popular for a reason.

The Atmosphere is fantastic. The staff is great, and the food has to be the freshest and simply the…read morebest seafood I've had in my life!!! You MUST get the chowder, but you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Had a chance to speak with the owner, he very kind, humble, and Loves his business!!

This was my FAVORITE meal in Galway!…read more It was my first time in Ireland - was visiting for business trip and we stayed in Galway for a few days and got to try several restaurants in the area. This was my favorite restaurant because of the AMAZING seafood. The raw oysters were super fresh and it was fun getting to see the manager show us how to shuck oysters (he used to compete in oyster shucking contest and was ranked pretty high!). The steamed mussels and crab claws were also delicious. Ending the meal with cheesecake was great! The restaurant has a cozy atmosphere that makes you feel like you are visiting a friend's home for a nice meal. Highly recommend checking out this restaurant if you are in the area and are looking for amazing seafood!

Must stop if you're headed to or from the Cliffs of Moher. Some of the best seafood and service we…read morehad in all of Ireland.

We were on a Paddywagon bus tour and we stopped behind the Frantic Chef for lunch. We had a 45…read moreminute window. I asked our guide if there were any other restaurants in town, he said "no". While waiting in line at the Frantic Chef, I googled this place and a few more, it was only a 3 minute walk. We ordered fish and chips and the seafood chowder. The chowder and zero flavor, but was packed with fresh fish. The fish and chips were awesome, fresh as usual in Ireland, but very light and flaky, a top 3 for us. They were able to get us in and out, but we had to ask 3 times for water, and it was unseasonably warm. The decor was combo Irish pub/ Nautical.

Celebrated our engagement dinner here after the cliffs of Moher. Came in on a recommendation, and…read morewas not disappointed. Fabulous service and lovely food. Helped us celebrate a very special day!

Beautiful Atlantic setting facing west on the cliffs of Clare. Great choice of dishes and very well…read morepresented. Sea food creations included scallops for starters and followed by pan fried Cod done to perfection. The Chicken and Serrano main was also very enjoyable. All delivered with lovely staff and the owner John even dropped us into the local pub in the car afterwards.