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The Oar House Fish Restaurant

8, West Pier, Howth, Ireland
+353 (0)1 839 4562
Ranked #3 of 22 restaurants in Howth
4.0 of 5 stars 44 Reviews
Price range: INR56 - INR56
Cuisines: Seafood
Good for: Local cuisine
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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Good for: Local cuisine
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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Naas, Ireland
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

The Oar House was recommended to us by very nice gentleman when we enquired for somewhere nice to eat. We had not booked as it was our first time in Howth. The restaurant was v busy but we were offered a table for one hour which we gladly took.My husband had chowder served with brown bread which he said was... More

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Ireland
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26 reviews 26 reviews
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012
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This dish caught my eye...for starters had crab salad, OH had crab cakes. Delicious. Now for the Blackned Cajun Mackrel - wow was I looking forward to it and it did not dissapoint. Amazing and it was a sunny afernoon as well. Perfect for sitting outside on the pier having a beautiful lunch. This is a must visit place you... More

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Belfast, United Kingdom
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

Try the buffalo prawns! wow. This restaurant is cosy, always busy and serves up some excellent seafood. I've visited several times now and I really look forward to my next meal here. see you soon... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

This was my second visit to the Oar House over the last few weeks and really can't fault anything. We were a group of four adults and two young children. The staff could not have been more welcoming or accommodating. Service was very courteous and prompt. Nothing was an issue from when we came in (without a reservation) to when... More

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Dublin
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2012

Myself and three friends had lunch at this restaurant today April 9th. We have been to the restaurant many times before and love the food and atmosphere. I booked the restaurant on the day before and in fairness neglected to say that we had a voucher. When we arrived 10 minutes early for the table the Italian or Spanish waitress,... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2012

I've been many times to the Oar House. Great place to go with family and friends. Kid friendly. Food is great, nice casual atmospher with great service. More

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Leeds, United Kingdom
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2012

The fish varieties and ways they are cooked are extensive and creative. Quality is excellent. Service was good in this casual bistro setting. It was surprisingly expensive. Four for lunch with one bottle of wine was €210 !! More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2012

Great choices. Not cheap, but really good food. Mussels were outstanding. Well worth a visit if you are in Howth. More

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Dublin, Ireland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2012

Easy inexpensive and very friendly service. Local eatery reminiscent of Venice beach. More

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Dublin, Ireland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2012

Very pleasant lunch of what was clearly lovely fresh fish, most probably bought from the fishermen whose boats are only yards away. The roof is partially corrugated metal & see through plastic, but it all blends in so well & created a great by the sea atmosphere. My chowder starter was excellent & when I saw the size of the... More

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