Lovely views across the lough may be the trump card at this smart-casual restaurant but it has plenty else going for it too. A location beside the pier serving the Rathmullan car ferry must introduce it to a lot of happy visitors – who can walk off their meals on the beach afterwards.
Welcoming signs at the door ensure that nobody passes unknowingly and, once inside, the stylish yet laid-back two-storey restaurant and Claire McGowan’s friendly staff will have you hooked. Menus and water arrive promptly at your table, along with a bit of banter to make you feel at home.
A good daytime choice ranges from soups, (including a seafood chowder) salads, sandwiches and bakes to tasty main courses like moules marinières pommes frites, whilst smartly presented evening menus up the ante a bit to include starters like pale smoked haddock & crab cakes alongside the ubiquitous tiger prawns and mains including several fish dishes, roast duckling and a choice of steaks.
Appealing vegetarian dishes are included, and a proper Kids menu is offered separately. Although not long, the wine list is appropriate.
With nicely cooked popular dishes in served by lovely staff in stylish surroundings, this is a pleasant place to eat.
Seats 100; banqueting (100). Open all year: Open 7 days high season, L 12-4pm, D from 5pm; Off Season - D Wed-Sun from 5pm; L Fri-Sun from 12pm; A la carte L & D; set Sun L €21.95. House wine €20. Children welcome (high chair, childrens menu, baby changing facilities). Closed Mon, Tue off season and Last 3 weeks in Jan. Amex, MasterCard, Visa, Laser, Switch.
