The Boathouse Bistro

Passed The Boathouse Bistro on a very stormy October afternoon. The restaurant is located in the grounds of Dromquinna Manor, right by the sea at a small harbor onto Kenmare Bay. The views are great, out across the bay and over along the Beara peninsula. The food was excellent, really good. My wife had a pot of prawns and chorizo and described it as a "pot of joy" 😂 Soup and Chowder were great, I had pulled pork squares which were delicious. Will be back!!! Just off the Ring of Kerry so very handy location. ⭐

Dining was an amazing experience. I ordered the Halibut with mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables, while my fiancé ordered the Beet Wellington with a house salad. My fish was perfectly cooked and delicious. Her Beet Wellington was crispy, delicious and VEGAN!!!. The service was great, and the attention to detail was admirable. Additionally, our table had a great view of the bay, and the sunset was gorgeous. I highly recommend this restaurant!

The bang bang broccoli was absolutely delicious! I also really liked the chicken Milanese and side of whipped potatoes. The fried ice cream was the perfect end to the meal.

OK - let’s not beat around the bush on this place - it’s amazing - first time here and it’s a must if you like fabulous food in one of the most tranquil serene locations. As you pull off the main route from Kenmare or Sneem depending on which direction you’ve traveled from, you enter a tree lined road that winds its way through mature ground. ( look out for the speed bump signs - so funny- I’ll leave these for you to read). The road opens up to ample parking outside the bistro on the waters edge. You are greeted with a friendly welcome and offered a choice to dine inside or alfresco. We opted for alfresco, as you are protected by raised glass - so no wind and you enjoy the views of the sea. Now the best thing - the menu - this chef has done it perfectly. Vegetarian fully catered for with also an excellent choice of fish dishes, and meats. The starters as so imaginative. This is a high end choice of restaurant- simply emerge yourself in the ambiance of the surrounding , with food that pops your taste buds with naughty flavours. Think you get the picture- I loved this place. I’ve added a few pics to provide an insight of the main course and sweets. Only one last thing to say - BOOK don’t be disappointed.

We enjoyed a delicious evening meal here last Thursday. The Black sole was fabulous and the spicy Cauliflower main course option was also lovely, accompanied by fresh salad in a gorgeous sweet/sour dressing. A really stunning setting looking out over the bay. Well done to all the team. It’s our third visit…. And we will be back.

We had an incredible meal here last weekend. The location is second to none with stunning views and scenery. The food was outstanding, some of the best seafood we’ve had in Ireland. Service was excellent, very attentive. If you are in the area or even close by, don’t miss out on this great spot!

Stunning location with fabulous drive into it to be met with wonderful views. BUT the food was beyond perfect. I have had chowder for lunch there in the past, by far the best I have ever had. Last night I had fish cakes that were wow and oh my God the scallops.....I felt so so happy inside after such a fantastic culinary experience. My sister had black pudding for starters that she said were great and she had the beetroot wellington that was also delicious. Seriously tasty fantastic food. The staff were also all so pleasant and engaging. 100%recommend.

The setting is serene and the food is fantastic. The Crispy Fish Tacos starter is 10/10, the Apple Pie was also excellent.

There's several separate places within this estate, the Manor House itself is not open to the public but can be booked for events such as weddings. The Boathouse Bistro is a high quality restaurant about 250m from the Manor House on the seafront and is open from 12:30pm to 9pm, 7 days a week during the March-October tourist season. They have a Michelin rosette for 2017 and the menu is mostly seafood and the foot is top class and offers great value for money compared with what's available in Kenmare town.

Wow! Lovely spot, idyllic setting looking out onto kenmare bay! The boathouse is set on the grounds of Dromquinna Manor and is set in the erm...boathouse! It has a real Martha's Vineyard feel about it the restaurant is all whites and blues! The staff are excellent and so they should this place has a Michelin rosette! If you like fish this place is top notch and if you don't like fish it's still top notch. My six year old plumped for a fillet steak (she's got her mothers expensive taste). I jest, great value at 12:50. The missus had a monkfish and prawn curry and it was fabulous! I had a burger, it was nice to be fair but a burger is a burger! While bill with drinks came to €75 for a family of 2.2 so not bad! If you're in kenmare definitely check it out! Call ahead first though. Only thing I could fault was all the patio furniture stacked in full view of the front door. Otherwise top class

Definitely worth a visit. Casual dining but beautifully designed. The menu is an all day menu so you can have a snack or dinner at any time. The setting on Kenmare Bay is wonderful and the grounds of Dromquinna Manor are a great place for a stroll after eating. It's not cheap but the food is of high standard and really worth it. The staff are very pleasant and helpful. Look out for the signs as you leave Kenmare and start on the Ring of Kerry. It isn't far and worth the search

We had an excellent dinner at the Boathouse. We were staying in town, but it took less then five minutes to drive to the restaurant. It's a beautiful location right next to the water, with indoors and outdoors seating. Yes, it is possible to sit outside in Ireland. The restaurant has a small food menu, but a large beer, wine and gin list. I ordered the grilled salmon. In Ireland, you have to be able to fix salmon correctly, and they did. The salmon was seasoned perfectly and the skin was nice and crispy. It was served with couscous and a trio of cabbage, mashed potatoes, and sweet potatoes. The entire dish was great. My son had the fish cakes and chips. Both were very good. My wife had the fish and chips. These were her favorite fish and chip during our vacation in Ireland. I think that says it all. I didn't order the curry, but I saw it delivered to the table next to us. It looked incredible. So, I'm recommending the curry on looks alone. I hope I can read a review about the curry soon. This is a great location for a casual or romantic lunch or dinner. Enjoy.

If you visit Kenmare, you must go to the Boathouse Bistro ... the location by the harbor is fabulous for a complete fun experience with excellent food. The scampi is the best in Ireland and the famous potted crab mayonnaise is a must try. Go here now !!

Best meal we had in two weeks in Ireland. Beautifully presented food by smiling efficient staff was quite exceptional, the fact that most of the clientele was well-heeled locals - we knew were on to something special; Well worth the detour from the hubbub of Kenmare.

Best view in Kenmare. This is how dining should be. We loved it so much we came back again. The fish tacos are the best thing on the menu and everything was great. The staff is very nice and the restaurant is kid friendly. Be sure to call ahead, they fill up fast!