A decent spot with a good atmosphere. The restaurant operates two evening sittings at 6:30 pm and 8:30pm, which is worth noting when planning your visit.
We started with the clam chowder, which was flavourful and enjoyable, though slightly on the salty side. For mains, I ordered the scampi, which arrived deep-fried — something that was not made clear on the menu. Had I known beforehand, I likely would have chosen something else, so it would be helpful if the menu described the preparation method more clearly.
Overall, the food was a little salty for our taste. Service was fine, but there is room for improvement in terms of attentiveness.
A reasonable option for seafood in Clifton, but a few tweaks in the kitchen and front of house would go a long way.
Seafood · Clifden, Co. Galway
Mitchell's Restaurant
Temporarily closed Listed as temporarily closed — check before travelling 4.5 on Google · 1,238 reviews
Opening hours
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| Monday | 12:00 – 22:00 |
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| Tuesday | 12:00 – 22:00 |
| Wednesday | 12:00 – 22:00 |
| Thursday today | 12:00 – 22:00 |
| Friday | 12:00 – 22:00 |
| Saturday | 12:00 – 22:30 |
| Sunday | 12:30 – 21:00 |
Temporarily closed according to the venue's listing. The hours below are its usual hours.
Full hours & directionsMarket St, Clifden, Co. Galway
- CuisineSeafood
- Price€€€
- Phone+353 95 21867
- ServiceTakeaway
- AccessWheelchair friendly
About Mitchell's
On Market St in Clifden, Mitchell's is a seafood restaurant serving locals and visitors alike. Seafood is the speciality, with chowder, mussels and the catch of the day.
The nearest well-known landmark is Station House Museum, approximately 270 m on foot (3 min). Clifden has 26 restaurants, cafés and takeaways in our guide, and this is one of them. It shares the spot with The Willow Tree, which is just next door.
Good to know: takeaway, delivery, table reservations and wheelchair access are available here. There are vegetarian choices, which is useful for mixed groups. Its public Google rating stands at 4.5 stars (1,238 reviews), with recent reviewers most often mentioning seafood and atmosphere. A typical bill comes to roughly €20–50 a head.
Key facts
| Cuisine | Seafood |
|---|---|
| Type | Restaurant |
| Price guide | €€€ (upscale) |
| Typical spend | €20–50 per person |
| Google rating | 4.5 / 5 from 1,238 reviews |
| Parking | Yes |
| Address | Market St, Clifden, Co. Galway |
| Phone | +353 95 21867 |
| Takeaway | Yes |
| Delivery | Yes |
| Outdoor seating | No |
| Reservations | Yes |
| Wheelchair access | Yes |
| Vegetarian options | Yes |
| Nearby landmark | Station House Museum (270 m) |
| From Dublin city centre | 250 km |
| Coordinates | 53.48813, -10.02219 |
At a glance
Services & amenities at Mitchell's
Service
- Dine-in
- Delivery
- Takeaway
Dining
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
On the menu
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Spirits
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Amenities
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Romantic
- Upmarket
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Paid street parking
Details as published on the venue's public business listing; they can change, so confirm anything essential with the restaurant.
Menu highlights
What to order at Mitchell's
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€33
Monkfish Curry
Coconut and lime
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€32
Pan-Fried Hake
Beurre blanc, samphire
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€11.50
Seafood Chowder
Brown bread
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€11
Lemon Tart
Crème fraîche
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€49
Lobster (half)
Garlic butter, fries, salad
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€15.50
Tempura Prawns
Sweet chilli
Typical dishes and approximate prices for this style of restaurant. The restaurant's own menu and prices may differ.
Estimated busy times
Usually busiest around 7pm on Thursdays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for seafood venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 12:00 – 22:00
- Sunset in Clifden today: 19:17
- Best time for a quieter table: 5pm or after 9pm
- One of 26 places to eat in Clifden
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Reviews
What recent reviewers mention most:
SeafoodAtmosphere
Went there for lunch I must say the oysters, the clams and the fish were pretty damn good. Had fish and chips as well. The fish was a little bit oily but still very decent to the taste. Must say 4.5 is a little bit low for this restaurant as it was a very good experience from top to bottom very clean located in a nice area. And the food was pretty spectacular. I like oysters again after having them from this place they were so fresh. A must go.
Great food and good atmosphere. Genuinely the best oysters I’ve ever had, and the Killary muscles were lovely too. Good pint of Guinness and nice wine to go with it!
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Where is Mitchell's?
Mitchell's is located at Market St, Clifden, Co. Galway. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of Mitchell's?
Verified opening hours have not been published for this venue yet, so we show typical hours for similar restaurants in the area. Please phone ahead before travelling.
Does Mitchell's do takeaway?
Yes, takeaway is available.
Is Mitchell's wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the venue is recorded as wheelchair accessible.
Can I book a table at Mitchell's?
Yes. Reservations are accepted — call +353 95 21867 to book.
What other restaurants are near Mitchell's?
The closest alternatives are The Willow Tree (10 m), Ravi’s Bar and Restaurant (20 m) and Lowry’s (30 m).
How is Mitchell's rated?
Mitchell's has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 on Google, based on 1,238 public reviews. Reviewers often mention seafood and atmosphere.
How much does a meal at Mitchell's cost?
Most diners report spending about €20–50 per person.
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