O'donohue's Pub - Fanore

Fantastic food! The fish and chips were exceptional, probably the best I've ever had. My wife enjoyed the homemade veggie burger, which was delicious. read more Fantastic food! The fish and chips were exceptional, probably the best I've ever had. My wife enjoyed the homemade veggie burger, which was delicious.

We stopped by O'Donoghue’s Pub while staying nearby in our camper van and weren’t sure what to expect from the fish shack-style kitchen. What a pleasant surpris... read more We stopped by O'Donoghue’s Pub while staying nearby in our camper van and weren’t sure what to expect from the fish shack-style kitchen. What a pleasant surprise! The fish and chips were the best we’ve had in a long time, and the Guinness was top-notch. The menu offers great options, and on our way out, we had a wonderful chat with the very friendly owner. Highly recommended. Well done to the entire team!

Simple, delicious food. The two of us enjoyed the mussels, which were generous, garlicky, and very flavorful, served with a bowl of chips. The seafood chowder w... read more Simple, delicious food. The two of us enjoyed the mussels, which were generous, garlicky, and very flavorful, served with a bowl of chips. The seafood chowder was packed with seafood, hearty, and came with four slices of homemade brown bread. The traditional fish and chips featured fresh cod in a light, crispy batter. We washed it all down with a few perfectly creamy pints of Guinness. The staff were attentive and friendly. A great experience overall, and we’ll definitely return next time we're in the area.

My wife and I have been spending most weekends in Fanore for years, and visiting O'Donohue's Pub has always been a key part of our routine—often once or twice e... read more My wife and I have been spending most weekends in Fanore for years, and visiting O'Donohue's Pub has always been a key part of our routine—often once or twice each stay. We’re frequently joined by friends, turning it into a cherished weekend ritual. In the past, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. The bar staff, while not the fastest, were genuinely friendly and engaging, which more than made up for any wait. There was a true sense of belonging to something local and familiar that we always valued. Since the change in ownership, however, we’ve noticed a decline in service. It’s great that O'Donohue's is now open daily year-round, a big plus for locals and visitors alike, but the new staff’s level of engagement just isn’t the same. We’ve often found ourselves standing at the bar, clearly waiting to be served, only to be overlooked. Staff frequently have their backs turned or pass by without any acknowledgment, which is frustrating for regulars like us. It’s not about expecting special treatment, but when the same patrons return week after week, a simple greeting or friendly recognition would mean a lot. Sadly, the welcoming atmosphere we once appreciated feels diminished. We’ve spoken to other regulars who share the same feelings—it’s these small gestures that make all the difference. We still enjoy coming here and are happy to see O'Donohue's thriving in new ways, but we hope the team can reconnect with the spirit that made this place special: genuine friendliness, attentiveness, and making customers feel seen and valued. We’ll keep coming back and look forward to the warmth returning, alongside the great menu that first drew us in.

O’Donohue’s Pub offers unbelievably delicious food that exceeded all our expectations. Everyone agreed it was among the best meals we’ve ever had. Two of us ord... read more O’Donohue’s Pub offers unbelievably delicious food that exceeded all our expectations. Everyone agreed it was among the best meals we’ve ever had. Two of us ordered salmon and both claimed it was the best they’ve ever tasted. I tried a hot cabbage dish with what seemed like a reduced teriyaki sauce, accompanied by other vegetables—it was absolutely delightful. As a foodie and a skilled cook, I’m not easily impressed, but the menu at O’Donohue’s Pub truly amazed both me and my guests. Simply wow!