Eala Bhan restaurant in Sligo — one of the dining spots near Temple House

Dine Out

Explore the Best of County Sligo Dining

A selection of local restaurants, bars and cafés we've enjoyed and are happy to recommend.

Good to Know

Dinner at the house, or a table with a different view.

We now offer dinner exclusively for whole house bookings and private groups.

If you’re staying with us and looking for somewhere special to dine nearby, we’ve gathered a few of our favourite local spots. This isn’t an exhaustive list — just a selection of places we’ve enjoyed and are happy to recommend.

The Directory

Our favourite local spots

Hargadons

Traditional Irish & Gastro Pub

~20 min from Temple House (Sligo)

A beloved local institution, Hargadon’s pairs hearty Irish dishes with a warm, relaxed pub atmosphere. A great spot for seafood chowder, slow-cooked stews, or freshly battered fish & chips.

Serves lunch and dinner
No reservation needed (but for larger groups it’s wise to call ahead)

www.hargadons.com · 071 915 3709

Bistro Bianconi

Italian / Mediterranean

~20 min (Sligo centre)

A charming and casual spot in the heart of Sligo, Bianconi offers pizzas, pasta, salads and sharing plates. Its relaxed vibe makes it ideal for a comfortable evening.

Dinner only in evenings
Walk-ins welcome; reservation recommended on weekends

bistrobianconi.ie · 071 914 1744

Eala Bhan

Modern Irish / Bistro

~20 min (Sligo centre, along the river)

Elegant bistro offering beautifully presented Irish dishes with a scenic riverside view.

Ideal for dinner
Sophisticated atmosphere
Menus available online; reservations recommended

ealabhan.ie · 071 914 5823

Walker 1781

Contemporary Irish

~20 min (Sligo town centre)

Centrally located with a modern menu that caters to a variety of tastes. Great for a relaxed evening in town.

Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner

www.walkers1781.com · 071 915 3852

Coach Lane at Donaghy’s

Local / Fine dining above bar

~19–20 min

Excellent use of local & fresh produce, with the flexibility to dine upstairs in the restaurant or downstairs in the cosy bar.

Lunch and dinner
Award-winning, refined but approachable
Dunnes carpark nearby for convenience

coachlanesligo.com · 071 916 2417

Flipside

Award-Winning Gourmet Burgers

Sligo town centre — Rockwood Parade

Famous for “Ireland’s Best Burger”, right by the Garavogue River. The go-to for top-tier local beef and creative vegetarian options.

Wed–Sun for lunch and dinner (check seasonal openings)
Industrial-chic interior — a stylish social hub
Use the Abbey Car Park

www.flipside.ie · 071 932 6928

Bella & Brava

Italian / Family run

~10 min

Authentic Neapolitan pizza and pasta, made in a wood-fired oven with top-quality ingredients.

Open for lunch & dinner
Friendly, family-run restaurant
Dine-in & takeaway options

bellabrava.ie · 071 913 5806

The Coach House Hotel and O’Hara Bar in Ballymote

Coach House Hotel, Ballymote

Irish pub food / Local favourites

~10 min (Ballymote)

Local gem serving honest, hearty dishes in a welcoming bar setting, with the O’Hara Bar.

Meals vary by day — check ahead for dinner service
Located within the Coach House Hotel

coachhousesligo.com · 071 918 3111

The Beach Bar thatched pub at Aughris on the Sligo coast

The Beach Bar, Aughris

Rustic coastal / Bar food

~30 min (on the coast)

A characterful pub by the sea — perfect for casual dining paired with an ocean view.

Serves bar food at lunch & early evening
Combine with a walk on the beach via the Ladies’ Brae scenic route

thebeachbarsligo.com · 071 912 8415

Stoked restaurant above the Strand Bar in Strandhill

Stoked, Strandhill

Modern / Fusion / Small Plates

~25 min (Strandhill)

One of our favourites. Located above the Strand Bar, Stoked serves globally inspired small and large sharing plates. Perfect for a relaxed evening with friends, sampling multiple dishes.