Ireland in May

[pearls24]

Hey All:

 

Was looking for dinner suggestions for our trip in May.  We are staying at Slieve Donard, Bushmills Inn, and The Alex.  This is what was suggested to us but not sure I'm digging the sample menus.  Please let me know your suggestions.  

 

May 18 - Depart US

May 19 - Slieve Donard - JJ Farrall's

May 20 - Brunel's

May 21 - Bushmills Restaurant

May 22 - Distiller's Arms

May 23 - Brookwood

May 24 - Peploe's

May 25 - Depart Dublin for US

[Hawkeye77]

I’ve been to Ireland once and have heard of none of the above - not that I’m any authority, haha, but where are you going in Ireland? 

[pearls24]

9 minutes ago, Hawkeye77 said:

I’ve been to Ireland once and have heard of none of the above - not that I’m any authority, haha, but where are you going in Ireland? 

Playing Ardglass, Royal County Down, Royal Portrush, Portstewart, Island and Portmarnock.

[Hawkeye77]

Just now, pearls24 said:

Playing Ardglass, Royal County Down, Royal Portrush, Portstewart, Island and Portmarnock.

That should help those familiar with those areas to help you!

[pearls24]

Nobody has any good suggestions for restaurants in these locations??

[Chanceman]

Trip adviser might be better if you are looking for restaurants. FWIW we ate at the Bushmills Inn and it was fine. The Harbour Bar in Portrush was ok too.

[ESOX ZO]

12 hours ago, Chanceman said:

Trip adviser might be better if you are looking for restaurants. FWIW we ate at the Bushmills Inn and it was fine. The Harbour Bar in Portrush was ok too.

Damn just ok at the Harbour Bar? I had that on our list to eat at after playing Portrush, did you try any other restaurants in that area? 

[pearls24]

Here is what I think we are going with.  Feel free to add any feedback:

 

Newcastle:

May 19th- Great Jones- 730pm
May 20th- Villa Vinci- 830pm
Bushmills:

May 21th- Bushmill’s- 630pm
May 22 - Distiller's Arms - 630pm 
Dublin:

May 23 - Fire Steakhouse & Bar - 745pm 
May 24 - Sole Seafood & Grill - 630pm  
 

[gm12673]

Some thoughts on your Dublin plans, May 23 and 24, from a local.
I would avoid both of them ~

go to FX Buckley’s on Pembroke street instead of Fire. Miles better food, and great steaks.  I bring US visitors there frequently and they love it.

Sole is overpriced and overrated - try Balfes in the Westbury instead down the street. 

 

enjoy the trip.