Anderson's Boathouse
Andersons Boathouse Restaurant
An award-winning seafood restaurant by the harbour in Killybegs, whose seafood chowder was named Ireland's best in two separate years.
Run by chef Garry Anderson and his wife Mairead, the restaurant overlooks Killybegs harbour and the quay, and has a covered cobblestone courtyard for outdoor dining. Garry's seafood chowder was named Ireland's best in 2019 and 2020. The restaurant was also shortlisted for Best Irish Seafood Experience at the Good Food Ireland 2026 awards. Signature dishes include the seafood platter, crab claws and scallops, made with fish landed that same day. It serves dinner only and opens on limited days, so booking is advised. Prices are mid-to-upper range. It is about 22 km from Donegal town, roughly a 25-minute drive.
Opening hours
About Wednesday to Friday 5:00–8:30 pm; Saturday and Sunday 3:00–8:30 pm; hours may change in the off-season
Nearby sights
- Killybegs
- Fintra Beach
- Glengesh Pass
- Assaranca Waterfall
- Muckross Head
- Maghera Beach & Caves
- Bundoran
- Rossnowlagh Beach