8 Of The Best Restaurants In Strandhill

In search of the best restaurants in Strandhill? Our Strandhill restaurants guide will make your belly happy!

The lively little seaside village of Strandhill is home to plenty of active things to do, from surfing to the mighty Knocknarea walk.

So, it goes without saying that, when you visit, you’ll work up an appetite. Luckily, there are tonnes of great places to eat in Strandhill, from casual burger shacks to meals with a view.

The best restaurants in Strandhill

The first section of our guide to the best restaurants in Strandhill tackles our favourite places to eat in Strandhill.

These are pubs and restaurants that we (one of the Irish Road Trip team) have munched away in at some point over the years. Dive on in!

1. Honestly Farm Kitchen

Honestly Farm Kitchen in Strandhill is a bright and airy spot, combining a commitment to organic, locally sourced food with a welcoming atmosphere.

The interior features a mix of modern and rustic, with blue-tiled counters, warm wooden floors, and comfortable seating, perfect for a relaxed meal.

Menu highlights include the Honestly Dexter Steak Sandwich, made with organic Dexter beef from their own farm, and the Halloumi Burger, featuring Irish halloumi, pesto, and caramelised onions.

Pair your meal with a locally roasted coffee or one of their organic wines for the perfect dining experience.

2. The Venue

The Venue Bar & Restaurant in Strandhill is a charming spot that pairs a rich history with modern comfort.

The main dining room is cosy with exposed brick walls, dark wood furnishings, and a welcoming atmosphere that invites you to linger.

Meanwhile, the conservatory offers stunning panoramic views of the Atlantic, making it perfect for a sunny day meal.

Highlights from the menu include the seafood chowder, made with fresh, locally-sourced shellfish, and the char-grilled sirloin steak, cooked to perfection.

Don’t miss the chance to try their signature Buffalo-style spicy chicken wings, a local favourite.

3. The Strand Bar

The Strand Bar is located minutes away from Strandhill Beach and it has been servicing locals and visitors alike since 1913.

This traditional pub is packed full of personality and character, with a menu wedged with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

Although arguably best known for its Guinness Beef Stew (perfect if you’ve just come in from a day spent surfing), this place also does a great seafood platter and some very tasty pizzas.

4. Stoked

Established back in April 2018, this quirky tapas restaurant has a menu inspired by dishes from all over the globe, with something for even the fussiest of eaters.

The seafood dishes from Stoked are incredible, although the disco wings will leave your tongue boogieing better than John Travolta. The dressed wards crabs are also lip-smackingly good!

If you’re in search of Strandhill restaurants that’ll tantalize your tastebuds from beginning to end, Stoked is a great shout! 

5. The Dunes Bar

If a combo of burgers, beers and music sounds like it’d be up your street, then carve out some time to visit The Dunes Bar.

The Dunes reopened under new owners in 2017, and it’s been flying every since! It’s here, as you’ll see from the photo above, that you’ll find one of the best burgers in Sligo.

The buffalo fries and nachos are also the business, if you fancy a light bite, while the buttermilk marinated chicken burger and the buffalo chicken wings pack a punch!

Related read: Check out our guide to the best restaurants in Sligo (from fine dining to places to eat with sea views)

6. Shell’s Cafe

So, although Strandhill is best-known for its surf, it’s also famous for this legendary café located right on the sea front.

While Shell’s is a great spot for a coffee and a sweet treat, it’s biggest draw is the hearty food, which is a go-to for locals and tourists alike.

There’s a brunch and lunch menu at Shell’s; the brunch menu boasts everything from Buddha Bowls and the brilliant Beach Walk Burrito to nut butter toast and much more.

The lunch menu is packed with everything from soup of the day and a lemon rosemary chicken burger to fish and chips and much more. Get in and make your belly happy.

7. Montee’s Restaurant

Operating from the clubhouse of Strandhill Golf Club is Montees! This place serves breakfast, brunch and evening meals from 10am to 8pm every day and it also has a street food style takeaway.

There are some amazing sea views from the restaurant, too, with everything from views of the Atlantic to people playing golf on offer.

If you’re in search of Strandhill restaurants for a hearty feed, you can’t go wrong with a visit to Montee’s! 

Related read: Check out our guide to the best accommodation in Strandhill (from fine dining to places to eat with sea views)

8. Mammy Johnston’s

Mammy Johnston’s has been making ice-cream for around 100 years and the parlour has been in the Byrne family for three generations.

They are so serious about top-notch ice-cream that the owner, Neil Bryne, spent time at Cattabriga Gelato University in Italy to study ice-cream making.

There’s also savory and sweet crepes on offer here, too. This place is the perfect sweet treat retreat after a long day of adventures, just watch out for seagulls who love the stuff just as much as you do.

What great Strandhill restaurants have we missed?

I’ve no doubt that we’ve unintentionally left out some other great restaurants in Strandhill from the guide above.

If you have a favourite Strandhill restaurant that you’d like to recommend, drop a comment into the comments section below.