Co. Dublin HOWTH

Abbey Tavern

Aqua Restaurant

Big Blue / Cafe Blue

Casa Pasta

Ella

King Sitric Seafood Bar & Accommodation

Waterside Pub, The

AA HOWTH

Cibo Bar & Grill

Ann's

Deep Restaurant

Oar House, The

Beshoffs of Howth

House, The

Aqua

Previously a yacht club, this fine contemporary restaurant makes a wonderful venue for any special occasion. It recently celebrated its' 10th year in business and is right at the end of the west pier, beside the fishing boats - guests will pass the boats on one side and a series of fishmongers on the other as they arrive, which adds to the sense of anticipation, and you have to ring a bell for admission.

Then it’s up a flight of stairs and - catching a glimpse into the restaurant with its walls of glass and plenty of window tables to take advantage of its main assets - the sea views are legendary, panoramic views westwards towards Malahide, the island of Ireland’s Eye to the north and the old lighthouse at the end of the east pier - you head into what was once a snooker room and is now a seaparate characterful bar with a unique blend of original features and modern additions: with an open fire and comfortable seating, it has retained a cosy, clubby atmosphere and this convivial area is where the drinks reception will be held and where the full splendour of the harbour, the marina, and the working fishing pier can be enjoyed..

The layout creates a natural focal point for top tables. Their wedding co-coordinator will take the stress out of your big day and will advise you on wines and menus etc. You will not find a more romantic location for your big day, not to mention the photo opportunities!

Aqua has 3 exclusive packages starting from as little as €60 per person. This will include a glass of presecco, 4 courses (including a menu choice) and tea/coffee on arrival. Aqua has hosted many weddings in the past, in fact most couples still dine with us regularly to relive their special day!

Aqua is eligible to host Civil Ceremonies and will happily look after the paperwork on your behalf. Depending on your needs they are also happy to organise photographers, flower arrangements and can decorate the restaurant to suit your tastes, anything to make your day extra special!


Deposit is €1,000
They do not charge room hire, packages available range from €60-€80 (3 courses plus tea/coffee)
Guillemot package €60; Shearwater package €70 & Oystercatcher Package €80
Monday – Fridays only

King Sitric Fish Restaurant & Accommodation

Named after an 11th century Norse King of Dublin who had close links with Howth and was a cousin of the legendary Brian Boru, Aidan and Joan MacManus’ striking harbourside establishment is one of Dublin’s longest established fine dining restaurants and makes a lovely wedding venues for an intimate wedding.

There are several churches nearby (the Church of Ireland in Howth is especially attractive, and the Catholic church is within walking distance of the restaurant) and wedding blessings can be arranged here. Drinks are offered in the ground floor reception area (which includes a special tasting room ‘cellar’ bar) and the meal is served in the bright and airy first floor restaurant, which takes full advantage of the sea and harbour views.

There are other options but seafood is the preferred choice here, of course - specialities include a luscious red velvet crab bisque - and Aidan MacManus oversees one of the country’s finest wine lists - even the house wine, Pinot Blanc Cuvee Les Amours Hugel (a special reserve for the King Sitric) is outstanding for both quality and value, and a perfect match for his delicious fish cooking.

No wedding planning service is offered, and it is the couple’s responsibility to decorate the venue but a piper or other special welcome can be arranged on request, and candles (but not flowers) are provided on tables.

Howth

Howth village lies on the Eastern side of Howth Head and is the largest fishing port on the east coast. Pier, rock and boat fishing available for anglers and the DART is the easiest way to get there. There are several main areas for fishing around Howth peninsula.

This is a major small boat angling center and the local club have a headquarters on the west pier. Small boats can be launched from the slipway for general ground fishing around Ireland's Eye and on the Kish Bank. Species to be expected are codling, coalfish, pollack, whiting, dogfish, spurdog, ray, mackerel and flatfish.

In Howth Harbour at the East and West Pier both piers give access to deep water for the shore angler with mullet, dogfish, pollack, coalfish and codling all available. Small boats can be launched from the slipway for general ground fishing around Ireland's Eye and on the Kish Bank. Species to be expected are coalfish, pollack, whiting, dogfish, mackerel and flatfish.

To the East of the harbour is Balscadden Rocks where rock fishing takes place for mackerel (in season), plaice, dabs, dogfish, pouting, whiting and codling. There is a scenic cliff walk around Howth to The Baily or access is via Thormanby Road (bus no. 31/31B). Care should be taken on these rocks as they may become slippery particularly in wet weather. Here you can cast from rocks into deep water for mackerel (in season), coalfish, plaice, dab, dogfish, wrasse and whiting.

On the Strand Road at Red Rock in Sutton there is a dinghy club and there bottom fishing into the channel will produce bass and flatfish. The rocky ground east of the Martello Tower is excellent for gathering crab at low water, ragworm and mussel. This area can be reached by the 31B and 31C bus or via the cliff walk.

Species: Whiting, pollack, coalfish, codling, dogfish, mackerel, plaice, dabs, ray and wrasse.

Season: May - October

Ground Type: Mainly rock onto sand.

Bait: Crab, lugworm, ragworm, mussel, squid and fish baits.

Method: Single hook rigs are best adapted to the rocky terrain.

Fishing Tip: Use a coloured “muppet” to terminate one hook leger rigs when fishing for ray. This produces good results in conjunction with fish and squid baits.

© Eastern Regional Fisheries Board

Octopussys Seafood Tapas

Brass Monkey, The

Beshoffs of Howth

Dorans on the Pier

Mulloys

Nickys Plaice

Oceanpath Seafood

Ray Collier

Country Market, The

Howth Castle Cookery School

National Transport Museum

The National Transport Museum is Ireland’s only comprehensive assembly of public and commercial road transport and has 60 vehicles are currently on display.

The oldest items date from second half of the 19th century, the newest 1984. It features buses, lorries, trucks, fire engines, trams and tractors. Also exhibited is the restored Hill of Howth No.9 Tram.

They have built up a splendid fleet of military vehicles, including World War Two classics and a fine series of armoured personnel carriers special to the lrish Defence Forces.

Okra Green

Wrights of Howth

Boqueria

Mamo Restaurant

The Pier House Restaurant