Eating and Drinking



The market town of Skibbereen, set in the heart of beautiful West Cork, Ireland, is a great destination throughout the whole year - but it really comes alive during the annual A Taste of West Cork Food Festival.

Skibbereen offers a great variety of places to eat and drink - many of these will be running special events during the Food Festival!




Here is our listing of local places to eat and drink in Skibbereen - whether you are coming specially for the Food Festival, or for a visit at any time during the year!


Restaurants, Cafés & Bars:


Annie Mays Restaurant & Bar
Bridge Street
Skibbereen
Family run business, fresh food sold daily.

Contact: Angela Hurley
Phone: 00353 (0) 28 22930
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Web: www.anniemays.ie

Apple Betty's Café
The Square
Skibbereen
Situated in the heart of Skibbereen, "Apple Betty's" is a warm and friendly café, serving homemade fare ....... Soups, Scones, Quiche, Lasagne, Daily Specials, Paninis, Wraps, Sandwiches, delicious home baked cakes, Java Republic Coffee and Teas! Open 9am - 5pm for breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea. Outdoor Seating, Wheelchair Access and Baby Changing Facilities.

Contact: Celine Jackson / Liz Crowley
Phone: 00353 (0) 28 51833
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Baby Hannah's
42 Bridge Street
Skibbereen
Traditional Irish Pub. The business was operated by Hannah Connolly known affectionately as "Baby Hannah". It is one of the few traditional pubs remaining and not to be missed on your visit to Skibbereen. We have music during July & August on Wednesday and Friday nights, Great Pint and Great Craic.

Contact: Margaret McInerney
Phone: 00353 (0) 28 22783

Busy Bee Fast Food Restaurant
2-3 Ilen Street
Skibbereen
We specialise in a wide range of fresh foods sources locally, such as Traditional Battered Fish and delicious tender fried chicken. Our fresh pizzas are also very popular with all the family. We also include several vegetarian products on our menu.

Contact: Kieran Hourihane
Phone: 028 22697
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Cahalane's Bar
Bridge Street
Skibbereen
Cahalane's Bar is a family run pub which offers great drink, homemade soup and freshly cut sandwiches. It also has a pool table, dart board and Sky TV, showing a variety of sports. "Drop in for a friendly pint."

Contact: James/Moira
Phone: 00353 (0) 28 21161
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Elephant Island

46, Bridge Street
Skibbereen

Authentic Thai cuisine, focused on using local ingredients.
 

Phone: 028 23876

Kalbo's Café
26 North Street
Skibbereen
Award winning café situated in the centre of Skibbereen town. Serving quality, locally produced food. Homemade cakes and desserts, Hearty stews and soups and world renowned illy coffee. Wine Licence. All major credit cards accepted. Catering service available.

Contact: Siobhan O'Callaghan
Phone: 00353 (0) 28 21515
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Le Voyage at the Wine Vaults
73 Bridge Street
Skibbereen
At le Voyage we're committed to serving some of the finest cuisine in Ireland. With our unique take on classic European dishes, you'll leave wanting to come back for more. le Voyage is a unique experience as we strive to combine world-class dining with an excellent wine menu and unmatched service. At le Voyage a meal with friends becomes a complete night out. Food Served From Tuesday to Saturday 12.00 - 22.00 Sunday & Bank Holiday Monday 12.00 - 21.00.

Contact: Christian Pozimski
Phone: 028 23112
Fax: 0876742772
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www.levoyage.ie

Liss Ard Country House
Liss Ard Estate
Skibbereen
Located on a stunning 200 acre private estate in rural West Cork, Liss Ard Country House and the adjacent Garden Mews have recently opened following an extensive refurbishment by a leading team of designers. 

When you dine with us at Liss Ard our ambition is to offer you simple uncomplicated food bursting with freshness and   flavours. We aim to take the freshest of local ingredients from local Artisans, producers and Farmers and serve them to you simply and deliciously. Breads and pastries are of course baked fresh in house each day. As an old Country House we try to emulate the meal experiences of a bygone age, meals are served at communal tables with conversation and chat a key accompaniment to each meal. Booking is essential as we source our ingredients from local producers on the day the food is prepared.  Why not register on our website to become a member of our Supper Club.

Contact: Arthur Little
Phone: +353 (0)28 40 000
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www.lissardestate.com

Riverside Cafe
6 North Street
Skibbereen
Mediterranean-style cooking using local West Cork & frequently organic ingredients. Stunning location with riverside outdoor terrace; in-house bakery; freshly squeezed juices; special dietary needs catered for (gluten-free, vegetarian, etc); tapas; music evenings; take-out baking and meals. Open for breakfast, lunch & dinner. 9.30am to 5pm; 6.30pm to 9.30pm.

Contact: Majella & Shane O'Neill
Phone: 028 40090
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www.riversideskibbereen.ie

The Church Restaurant
Bridge Street
Skibbereen
Newly renovated restaurant. Open 7 days a week. Offering Full Irish Breakfast, lunch menu and full a la carte menu for the evening time. Open 8am to 9pm Monday - Saturday and 12noon - 8pm Sundays.

Contact: Regina Daly
Phone: 00353 (0) 28 23625
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http://thechurchrestaurant.ie

The West Cork Hotel
Ilen Street
Skibbereen
The Hotel’s Kennedy's Restaurant offers a carvery lunch by day, as well as full á la carte menu by night. A newly revamped wine list has added to the Restaurant’s popularity: It is now advisable, especially at weekends, to make a reservation.

The fare here focuses on locally-caught seafood, on the best of locally-sourced, seasonal game, and on the finest of local herbs and organic vegetables. House specialities include Bantry Bay Mussels, Castletownbere Crab and Salmon cake.

The ‘Ilen Bar’, with its relaxed ambience, old-world leather seating, and highly professional bar staff offers visitors and locals alike the perfect place to catch up, and switch off. A popular Bar Menu features many local delicacies including Union Hall Seafood Chowder, a selection of Gubeen Cheeses and is served daily, from 12:30 to 21:00.
 
Contact: Neil Grant
Phone: 00353 (0) 28 21277
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www.westcorkhotel.com