Carriage Restaurant

The Carriage Restaurant at Clifden Station House is one of Connemara’s most acclaimed fine dining restaurants, offering an elegant and relaxed dining experience in a historic setting. Located within the former Clifden Railway Station, the restaurant combines timeless character with contemporary comfort, making it a standout destination for evening dining in Clifden.

Led by award-winning Head Chef Pascal Marinot, the Carriage Restaurant is celebrated for its commitment to seasonality, quality, and locally sourced Irish produce. The kitchen team works closely with trusted local suppliers across Connemara and the West of Ireland, including Killary Fjord Shellfish, Cleggan Bay Seafood, and artisan farms throughout the region, ensuring that each dish features the freshest, highest-quality ingredients.

Our seasonal à la carte menu showcases the very best of Connemara cuisine, featuring fresh Atlantic seafood, Killary Fjord mussels, Cleggan Bay crab, premium Connemara lamb, and locally sourced meats and vegetables, all prepared using classical French techniques with modern Irish influences. Each dish is carefully crafted to highlight flavour, texture, and presentation, resulting in food that is both comforting and refined.

Complementing the cuisine is an extensive wine list, thoughtfully curated to pair perfectly with each dish. With attentive service, a warm atmosphere, and a focus on culinary excellence, the Carriage Restaurant is an ideal choice for romantic dinners, special occasions, and memorable nights out in Connemara.

Dinner is served from 18.00. Pre-Booking is advised, please call 095-21699 to make a reservation. Our menu changes seasonally, however, you can see a sample menu below.