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Irish, Seafood, European
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Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options, Vegan Options
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All reviews chicken kiev hake seafood basket surf and turf crab claws steak sea bass prawns pil pil apple pie starters and mains chowder salad family run restaurant staff were wonderful lovely family love fish made in house
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Reviewed 28 December 2023 via mobile

Great food , exceptional choices for fish, meat & poultry eaters. Lovely starters & desserts . Also great wine selection. Friendly, professional staff who cannot do enough for you. We visited post Xmas and there was a great buzz about the restaurant. We will definitely...be back.More

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 23 November 2023

This has to be one of the best restaurants in Ireland - a bit pricey but great value for money. The oysters are super fresh and super tasty no need to add anything to them. really good seafood - top top grub If you are...in carlingford this is the place to eatMore

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 14 October 2023

A fabulous menu for seafood lovers. The best seafood I've had in many years. The owner and staff are lovely and made me very welcome. Even though I was dining alone, I felt right at home.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 29 August 2023

The cuisine was simply exquisite, and the staff were incredibly welcoming. It was evident how much they all enjoyed their work. The owner must be a truly wonderful person. We indulged in sirloin steak and hake, and the quality surpassed our expectations. The attention to...detail and cleanliness were impeccable. Their wine selection was also impeccable. We couldn't resist asking for more information about the delightful red from Argentina. The only minor drawback was the background music, which didn't quite match the elegant dining ambience. However, it hardly mattered as our engaging conversations with friends took centre stage. We will undoubtedly return time and time again! I highly recommend it.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 25 August 2023

Lovely family run restaurant, spotlessly clean, nice ambience, great service , and value for money, and in my opinion the best restaurant in Carlingford. Meal was delicious, wine was lovely, and they also serve a good pint of Guinness.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Fishy Dishy, Owner at Fishy Dishy, responded to this reviewResponded 15 September 2023

Thank you very Ann, reviews like yours make it all worthwhile. We really hope to see again.

Reviewed 23 July 2023 via mobile

Arrived at the restaurant unannounced and got a table straight away which was great as my Mum was in her wheelchair . The owners son was our waiter , a very courteous young man who took our order within two minutes of getting the menus..., My mother more or less every time we dine out now gets the Children's menu as her appetite has decreased over the last few years . Her portion of chichen strips was excellent and plentiful so much so that we got a doggie bag to take the left overs home . The lamb shank was brilliant and Millie our faithful doggie enjoyed the bone for at least three days . She also polished off the remaining chicken . Overall an excellent main course followed by delicious desert , will start to become a regular here as its so handy and very clean The toilets both male and female were spotless I would highly recommend Fishy Dishy Carlingford.More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Fishy Dishy, Owner at Fishy Dishy, responded to this reviewResponded 7 September 2023

Thanks Austin, really pleased yourself and your Mum enjoyed your time with us. I remember she was just back from Spain. Thanks for the review.

Reviewed 17 July 2023

Great food. Good seafood range with large portions. Wonderful service and such friendly service. I would recommend highly.

Date of visit: July 2023
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Fishy Dishy, Owner at Fishy Dishy, responded to this reviewResponded 7 September 2023

Thanks for the great review aln727.

Reviewed 16 July 2023

Wow. Delicious food and friendly welcoming staff. Highly recommend a visit. Had the fishcakes to start, best I've ever tasted, bursting with fish and so fresh. My partner had garlic mushrooms and he said they were delicious too. Had baked salmon for main with veg...and baby roasted potatoes...very very tasty. My partner had the steak and it was cooked to perfection. I don't have dessert so just had coffee. Partner had baileys cheesecake, it was mouthwatering, came with vanilla ice cream, so silky and smooth. If you like great food, you'll love this restaurant. Definitely be going back.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Fishy Dishy, Owner at Fishy Dishy, responded to this reviewResponded 7 September 2023

Wow Tracy, that some review, thank you very much and we hope to see you again soon.

Reviewed 12 July 2023

A TRUE FAMILY AFFAIR COUPLED WITH EXCELLENT FOOD ,EXCELLENT SERVICE AND COMFORTABLE AMBIANCE . DERMOT,GILLIAN AND HIS FAMILY ,PROVIDE THE QUINTESSENTIAL TOP QUALITY FOOD AND SERVICE .THIS IS MY 3RD YEAR IN A ROW EATING IN FISHY DISHY AND THE STANDARD OF QUALITY FOOD AND...SERVICE HAVE NEVER DIMINISHED ...A TRUE SIGN OF DEDICATION ATTENTION TO CUSTOMERS NEEDS AND DESIRESMore

Date of visit: July 2023
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Fishy Dishy, Owner at Fishy Dishy, responded to this reviewResponded 7 September 2023

Thanks DublinD, we enjoy your company just as much and very much look forward to seeing next year. From all here in Fishy Dishy.

Reviewed 9 July 2023

Excellent family business in carlingford. Suberb customer service and very friendly.i had the crab claws starter which was fantastic and a lot of crabmeat. The main was a lovely fish dish that was lovely and light and full of flavour. Then i had an excellent...chocolate cake with icer cream. Entire experience was wonderful and relaxed. I will be back.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Fishy Dishy, Owner at Fishy Dishy, responded to this reviewResponded 7 September 2023

Thanks for the great review of our restaurant and for your kind comments.

Reviewed 2 July 2023

When here for dinner and we were delighted with our pick. Staff were all extremely friendly and attentive. I asked for gluten free options and immediately the mum took over and went through everything for me. Knew what she was talking about, which made me...relax. Would highly recommend a the food was delicious to boot.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Fishy Dishy, Owner at Fishy Dishy, responded to this reviewResponded 7 September 2023

Thank you very much for your very kind review.

Reviewed 22 May 2023

Holidaying from Sydney, we had a nights stay in Carlingford, and chose to dine at fishy dishy. From the moment we walked in, we were treated to a wonderful evening. I had the oysters, and my partner had the calamari which he said was the...best he’s had (not bad when we have fabulous fish markets back home in Sydney). We both then chose the monster thermidor. Just wow. Did not want it to finish. Totally recommend the Fishy Dishy; thank you for a fabulous night with seamless service and some of the best seafood I’ve ever eaten.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Fishy Dishy, Owner at Fishy Dishy, responded to this reviewResponded 7 June 2023

Ah thank you Melanie for the great review. We are really pleased you both enjoyed your time with us. We enjoyed your company just as much. Hopefully we'll get to see you again.☘️

Reviewed 8 May 2023 via mobile

Food was just fantastic as always combined with a lovely relaxed atmosphere. Eat there most weekends and never disappointed

Date of visit: May 2023
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Fishy Dishy, Owner at Fishy Dishy, responded to this reviewResponded 7 June 2023

Thanks very much Stephen, repeat business is very important to us. We really appreciate it. Thank you

Reviewed 30 April 2023 via mobile

Beautiful restaurant in Carlingford, we were delighted to get a table on a busy Saturday night. The menu was extensive with plenty of choices. Seafood Chowder (made in-house) and locally sourced Crab Claws to start were magnificent. Main courses of Dover Sole and Chicken Kiev...didn't disappoint with generous accompaniments on the side. A family run restaurant with the focus on excellent food and friendly staff. Well worth a visit.More

Date of visit: April 2023
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Fishy Dishy, Owner at Fishy Dishy, responded to this reviewResponded 17 May 2023

Thanks for the great review and 5 stars. Hope we see you again soon.

Reviewed 2 March 2023 via mobile

Up in Carlingford for a night bank holiday weekend had no reservations but was able to book a table in the afternoon on our wander around the town after a day of walking. From the moment we arrived we were felt most welcome staff very...attentive. Menu was fabulous we love fish and both our dishes were presented to perfection and tasted as good. Will definitely be back when we are next in Carlingford but will book in advance as I would hate not to be able to dine in this gem of a restaurant Hard working staff think husband wife and sons deserve a gold medal for their hard work in getting this restaurant to such a high standard thank you!More

Date of visit: February 2023
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Fishy Dishy, Owner at Fishy Dishy, responded to this reviewResponded 17 May 2023

Such a fantastic review Mary, thank you very much. It's a family run business supported by great staff. Thanks again.

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Hi James H, as the name suggest it's mostly fish (as I understand it, brough ashore by local trawlers) and scampi, prawns, etc.Classic recipes but well made, not drowned in sauce, and tasty. I think there are a couple of... More
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  • Service: 5
  • Value: 5
  • Atmosphere: 5