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Restaurants & Dining in cape clear island

cape clear island, Cape Clear Island

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About this experience

Restaurants & Dining in Cape Clear Island is the collective name for the island's small cluster of eateries, located in the Gaeltacht village on Cape Clear Island, off the west Cork coast. The island's food outlets operate seasonally, typically from Easter to October, and serve locally sourced seafood, lamb, and baked goods. Meals are served in family-run pubs, a community café, and a takeaway, with limited evening hours reflecting the island's quiet pace.

What to expect

  • Seasonal opening from Easter to October, with most kitchens closed outside this period
  • Fresh seafood including crab, lobster, and mackerel, landed by local boats and served within hours
  • The island's two pubs, Ciaran's and The Crohaun, offer traditional Irish bar food and live music sessions
  • The community-run café serves homemade soups, sandwiches, and cakes using island-grown vegetables
  • A small takeaway provides fish and chips and burgers for visitors staying in self-catering cottages
  • Evening meals typically run from 6pm to 9pm, with reservations recommended for groups of six or more

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Rating

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Sean Rua's Restaurant

Sean Rua's Restaurant

4.5(94 reviews)

North Harbour Cape Clear, Skibbereen, Co. Cork, Irlanda

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