Sligo Food News – June 2026

Happy June! Too bad that someone didn’t tell the weather! There’s loads of Sligo Food News, as we head into the summer season. I got the chance to visit some new places, and returned to some old places, and I’ve gathered up some news that I’ve seen online too. Happy reading!

Sligo Food Trail in conjunction with Visit Sligo recently launched the Sligo Picnic initiative, and I was invited  to The Diamond Coast Hotel to try their offering, and it was wonderful! I love the idea of picking up a picnic and heading off wherever the road takes you. No more sweaty sandwiches from home! You can read my dedicated post here, and check out the range of picnics here: https://sligofoodtrail.ie/plan-your-visit/sligo-picnic/

I was in Pink Clover at the weekend and had porridge for breakfast, it was gorgeous. It’s such a lovely café, and well worth a visit. You have to try the sandwiches – Michelle makes her own bread and scones, and you can taste the quality. What a talent! https://www.instagram.com/pinkcloversligo/

I visited Dream Coffee at Healy Plants – and went back again just for the raw brownie! Unreal! Pic of Dream Coffee at the top of the blog post – this was the normal brownie, which was equally delicious. https://www.instagram.com/dreamcoffeesligo/

I visited The Gate Lodge for their caramel frappe. I love it there, and it’s great value for money. Find them at Doorly Park, Sligo. 

Enjoy a 3-Night B&B Escape with a Gourmet Evening at The Glasshouse Hotel. From €300pps, perfect for a midweek getaway or a leisurely break, this seasonal package blends contemporary comfort with exceptional dining and the perfect base to explore the Wild Atlantic Way.
Your escape includes:
• 3 nights’ accommodation
• Full Irish buffet breakfast each morning
• One gourmet dining experience in The Kitchen Restaurant
Enjoy an unforgettable evening of locally inspired flavours, crafted by our Executive Chef Alan Fitzmaurice, for a true taste of the region.
Book direct for best value
www.theglasshouse.ie or Telephone 00353 71 91 94300

Tank & Skinny’s has launched their new summer menu, including açaí bowls. Choose from a list of flavours and toppings. 

Enjoy a feast of legend and land with new specials at The Embassy Steakhouse. Choose from Salmon wellington or T-Bone steak. https://www.facebook.com/TheEmbassySteakhouse

This is my kind of cake! In fact, I feel a trip to The Jam Pot Cafe in Grange on the horizon!

TAPAS Menu has arrived at Funkés Afro Caribbean Restaurant. Dive into bold flavors from Wild Atlantic Fish Fritters to irresistible Surf & Turf Meatballs.

Fish and Bean in Rosses Point now open on Wednesday evenings for the Summer months, June, July and August.Opening days are Wednesday to Sunday from 5pm. Early bird value menu Wed to Fri from 5pm to 5.45pm. Congratulations to chef Dave, who won the Best Chef in Connaught at the Irish Restaurant Awards 2026! Very well deserved. https://www.facebook.com/FishandBeanSligo

Congratulations to Harrison’s Bar and Restaurant in Cliffoney, who won Best Customer Service in Connaught at the Irish Restaurant Awards 2026!

More Irish Restaurant Awards, this time Best Casual Dining in Sligo for Honestly Strandhill, and Local Food Heroes for Justina and Liam Gavin. Honestly has also recently launched a new Sunday menu, featuring three roasts alongside some of our most popular Honestly dishes, and they are dog friendly, so your four legged friend can come along with you.

There’s a new café in Sligo, well not quite new, as Jill is no stranger to Sligo’s food scene, but read all about Jill’s Kitchen at Laura’s here: https://magnumlady.com/2026/05/31/sligos-newest-cafe-jills-kitchen-at-lauras/#more-30696

Cawley’s in Tubbercurry are open from Wednesday – Sunday for the summer season. Their outdoor patio is perfect when the sun is shining. 

Roasted and Toasted drive-thru on the N15 near Grange, has new opening hours for summer. 
Monday – Thursday 7am | 4pm
Friday          7am | 5pm
Saturday & Sunday 8:30 | 5pm

Friday night is steak night at The Riverside Hotel, Sligo. 4pm – 8.45pm.

The Ocean Sands Hotel Executive Head Chef Marcin has announced his next Chef’s Table Dining Experience… June 12th. Head Chef Marcin Szczodrowski has devised a seven course extravaganza to tantalise your taste buds. Full details: https://theoceansandshotel.ie/eat-drink/chefs-table/ 

If you are hosting a dinner party, or you just don’t feel like cooking, Pasta Fresca has you covered. Authentic Italian Food, made in Sligo and simply delicious. Find out more: https://pastafrescasligo.com/home/menu/

Yellow Bird Bakes has created their own version of afternoon tea, you can enjoy a full tier of their signature bakes.

On the stand:
2 fresh scones with jam
4 different flavour macarons
Mini lemon loaf
Mini carrot cake
Mini red velvet loaf
Fresh Bakewell tart 
Find them at the Bourbon Bar, along by the river, or online: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573031882600 

Hargadon’s Express Lunch is back. €12 for three small courses. Wednesday – Saturday at the Bottle Shop in The Canopy, Sligo.

The Brasserie has a new menu, visit their Facebook page to find out more: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61582394020813 

I’ve heard great things about the noodle bowls in Valentino’s in The Quayside Shopping Centre. https://www.facebook.com/Middleestarngrill 

Eala Bhán are looking for full time staff with experience.Email your CV to Ealabhansligo@gmail.com or drop it into the restaurant.

I hope this post has been of interest. If you like what I do, and would like to buy me a coffee or a cake, you can do so here (and it’s very much appreciated): https://ko-fi.com/magnumlady If you run a food business and have any news that you’d like me to add, you can email me – valrobus@gmail.com