The Lemon Tree Restaurant

Absolutely fantastic dining experience. The staff were very attentive and welcoming, the atmosphere was great and the food was incredible. For starters I got the Pork Hash, and my partner got the Beef Ragu. Both were nothing short of delicious. For main course again the food was divine and the steak was cooked to perfection. The restaurant was very busy, so I would recommend booking in advance, especially on a Saturday Absolutely delightful experience, will definitely be back!

The restaurant was absolutely gorgeous — elegant, warm, and perfectly inviting. The food was outstanding from start to finish. Each dish was beautifully presented and bursting with flavor, clearly made with fresh ingredients and real care. Customer service was just as impressive. The team was friendly, attentive, and professional throughout our visit. A special mention has to go to Richard, whose warmth and enthusiasm made our experience even more memorable. He went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. Obrigada, Ricardo! Overall, it was a flawless dining experience — exceptional food, wonderful service, and a stunning atmosphere. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a special night out.

Fabulous food from a local favorite. Lovely interior yet comfortable. Family run and friendly. The lamb and beef were beautifully spiced with great vegetables. Charming potato sides. Vegetable soup was delicate and rich. Priced well for the quality of food and experience. Looks so normal from the outside! Parking is in an old structure across the street.

Culinary Perfection! This restaurant exceeded every expectation! Each dish was a masterpiece - flavors, presentation, and technique were truly outstanding. The chef's creativity and attention to detail are unparalleled. A truly unforgettable dining experience that deserves every Michelin star!

This was such a great evening out. The service was incredible from when we entered until we left. The staff were friendly and accommodating service was very prompt. The food was outstanding. They offered some complimentary starters a stunning ratatouille mouse, some fresh bread and the most amazing butter I've ever tried. Absolutely loved it and would highly recommend it for a lovely evening. We will definitely be back

We pre-booked our table for my mother’s birthday, there were 3 of us. The food was exceptional; delicate, flavoursome and beautifully presented. Service was very good, one young waiter in particular was very friendly and helpful. Linen tablecloth and napkins would have been appreciated, rather than disposable ones but apart from that, we couldn’t fault it. A fab restaurant!

Can’t fault anything. Absolutely stunning! We wanted to try bit of everything so asked the staff if it’s ok to order bunch of nibbles and starters instead of having main dish each. There was no issue at all and staff was happy to accommodate us with this. Definitely coming back here again. We made detour to come here but no regrets and happy belly leaving the restaurant.

Had a great dining experience at The Lemon Tree in Letterkenny. The food was fresh, well-presented - you can tell real care goes into the menu. The ambience really stood out for me; it’s warm, stylish, and feels both relaxed and refined. The staff were friendly and attentive. It’s a perfect spot for a nice evening out or a special meal. Would definitely recommend.

Small, beautiful and cozy restaurant. I ordered pork belly for the first time in my life and it was AMAZING. Excellent customer service. Great selection of wines and beers to pair with your dish.

The fish is always very good here. We had the 3 course holiday special for 32 each. Excellent value for taste and presentation. Will always visit when I'm in town.

Lemon Tree is a wonderful restaurant with refined service. We started with a bottle of Chateau Trimoulet, veggie soup and the duo of meat. All was excellent. We missed their coffee and desert selection, but would recommend a visit.

While I was here some time back, since I was writing reviews of recent trips, I thought I would reach a bit further back and add this one. Surprisingly good, considering the relatively remote location. Ate at this place and their across-the-street rival the Yellow Pepper on successive nights. While both are rivals, I give both 5 stars. Take your pick. Both are great. I wish there were restaurants like these where I live in the States. Sigh.:)

Prefer the competitors and was very disappointed with the desert that was barely defrosted when last there