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Surf & Turf Bistro & Winebar

Main Street, Ballybofey, Ireland
+353 (0)74 9190000
Ranked #1 of 5 restaurants in Ballybofey
4.5 of 5 stars 34 Reviews
Cuisines: Bistro, Contemporary, European, Irish
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Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Reservations, After-hours
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34 reviews from our community

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Sal1979
Tipperary
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2012 NEW

we went there on the 18th of Feb and they still had a Valetines menu which was 3 courses for 25.50 per person plus a glass of bucks fizz each,this was not an early bird menu and you could book for any time of the night, we booked in for 7.30, I have to say the starter, main and dessert... More

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paddy09066
Letterkenny, Ireland
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2012

Went here for valentimes with my partner. Staff were very kind and well organised. Food was excellent.Great atmosphere. The manager went out of his way to thank us for our custom as we were leavin and asked us what we taught of the restaurant and how it could be improved. Overall top class. We will definately be visiting again soon..... More

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Eatsandtravels
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3 reviews
4 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2012

Saturday evening - family meal with kids We were 1st into the restaurant tonight (eating early as kids tired!) Ordered mains with kids meals to come at same time Problems 1 We waited too long on our meals. Table of 5 who arrived after us got their starters and mains before we got a sniff of food. 2 I ordered... More

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Anastacia R
Letterkenny, Ireland
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012
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Great menu, service is fantastic, nothing is a problem, keep up the good work More

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sinead p
Ballybofey, Ireland
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012

i loved the food an relaxing atmosphere an cant wait to go back soon its my fav place to go an t gravy is totally brill More

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CatrionaB B
Louth
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3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2012

This place without a doubt served us the best food we have ever eating.A menu for all taste buds excellent food,would fully recommend it without a doubt,staff where very pleasant and friendly. More

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Lobsterbabe
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3 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 December 2011
1
person found this review helpful

We have visited this restaurant several times over the past six months and always been pleased with the food and service. My only complaint would be sometimes the dining room was on the cool side. We have visited twice in the last two weeks. The food is exceptional in quality and taste. There is a good varied menu which seems... More

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RayLeaHayes L
Skelmersdale
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2011

We arrived late in the evening and even though we didn't have reservations, were seated quickly and without a fuss. We have eaten in many restaurants all over Europe and I have to say that it would be difficult to surpass this hidden gem for its relaxing atmosphere, friendly and efficient staff and of course excellent food and wine. I... More

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kate055
ireland
Senior Contributor
44 reviews
24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 December 2011

would highly recomend here we went on quiet night but it was very pleasant the staff are great we had 2 courses for 15 euros starter and main 3 course was 19 and I had sirloin steak my husband had stir fry both were brilliant More

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Patricia P
Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
2 reviews
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 November 2011

very poor service and food not very good they also ask me to go to off licence and get myself a bottle of Rose wine as thet only sold red or white disgraceful More

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