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Family run business since 1911. Simpson’s Bar & Restaurant is a well established bar and restaurant along side our sister venue Oliver’s Restaurant. The Bar is adorned with antique furniture where a luxurious atmosphere has been created. Delicious home cooked meals served 12PM to late Monday to Thursday Friday to Sunday 12PM to Late. Here at Simpsons our team will take care of you from the moment you arrive to the moment you leave, we pride ourselves in taking care of each customer. We hope to see you all soon
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, After-hours, Drinks
CUISINES
Irish, Bar, European, Pub
FEATURES
Takeout, Television, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Free off-street parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Wine and Beer, Dog Friendly, Gift Cards Available
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All reviews chicken turkey burger ham vol au vent soup pub grub beautiful meal great portions very reasonable price an early dinner staff were very friendly piping hot top class waiting staff evening meal first class
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Reviewed 22 October 2023 via mobile

Staff were amazing and the starters were really lovely, Liam was excellent at accommodating and I was more than helpful as me and my granny had a bit to wait he was more than happy to get her a chair and we didn’t have long...then to wait. This is a local pub for me but anyone visiting wouldn’t be disappointedMore

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 5 October 2023 via mobile

We ate here on a Tuesday evening. Nice warm atmosphere and pretty busy. We both had starters - I had a lovely chicken and ham vol au vent and my husband had stuffed potato skins. For my main was the blackened salmon special and my...husband had prawn stir fry. I had an ice cream dessert with crunchie . Good service and tasty foodMore

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 2 October 2023 via mobile

Great food with a varied menu. We had the duck, vegetarian noodles and chicken. All were good. Service is very friendly and fast. Recommended. Nice vegetarian options.

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 22 August 2023 via mobile

A great place to visit with the family for food and drink. Staff were friendly and helpful and decor is lovely. The food was good with a varied selection The choice of wine and beers isn’t great but the Guinness is ok. Booking recommendedMore

Date of visit: August 2023
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Simpsons Bar And Restaurant, General Manager at Simpson's Bar & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 29 September 2023

Dear JohnP, Thank you for taking the time to leave your review, We are glad your experience with us, I'm sorry to hear that our wine menu or Guinness wasn't up to your standard. We hope to see you in the near future. Kind Regards,...More

Reviewed 10 August 2023

The food was perfect and delicious. The place was a pleasure and the waiters so nice. They also offer gluten free food and desserts

Date of visit: August 2023
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Simpsons Bar And Restaurant, General Manager at Simpson's Bar & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 29 September 2023

Dear K549JTsofiag, Thank you for taking the time to leave your kind review. We hope to see you again in the near future. Kind regards, Management.

Reviewed 13 July 2023

Music seriously loud and ridiculously inappropriate. Music wS teenage disco music whereas diners were families of mixed ages or senior couples. I have chicken Maryland which was like cardboard cooked in fish batter. Veg consisted of overcooked, frozen peas, runnerbeans, mixed veg. My husband had...some other chicken mush... Staff friendly and efficient but did not query my mostly uneaten meal..More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Simpsons Bar And Restaurant, General Manager at Simpson's Bar & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 21 July 2023

Dear Suzanne, Thank you for taking the time to leave your review, feedback is very important to us. I have messaged you privately for contact details to call and discuss your recent review. I would be grateful if you could get in contact with us...More

Reviewed 11 July 2023 via mobile

The food was lovely. The staff were excellent. Great place to stop for a meal. We had the chowder and Vol-au-vents both beautiful, followed by Apple pie and sherry trifle all delicious. Even though we arrived at a very busy time, the staff were so...friendly and had us seated within 5minutes. I highly recommend a visit here.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Simpsons Bar And Restaurant, General Manager at Simpson's Bar & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 21 July 2023

Dear 275carolew, Thank you for taking the time to leave your kind review. We hope to see you again in the near future. Kind regards, Management.

Reviewed 21 June 2023 via mobile

We stopped here and had a lovely lunch of soup and fish pie,it was excellent. Our nephew had a chicken stack burger and lovely chips by the looks of them. It was all very good value for money too. A first class eating house and...a great pint of Guinness,our nephew said.More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Simpsons Bar And Restaurant, General Manager at Simpson's Bar & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 21 July 2023

Dear Sturgy, Thank you for taking the time to leave your kind review. We hope to see you again in the near future. Kind regards, Management.

Reviewed 16 June 2023

A regular at this restaurant and it never fails but tonight was exceptional. The more extensive menu brought a half roasted duck on champ with an orange sauce, I opted for the special of baked hake with chorizo an lemon crust on champ with a...white wine sauce on the side. Perfectly cooked and presentation was amazing. Well done chef.More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Simpsons Bar And Restaurant, General Manager at Simpson's Bar & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 21 July 2023

Dear E642GOkenh, Thank you for taking the time to leave your kind review. I will be sure to pass this review on to our chefs. We hope to see you again in the near future. Kind regards, Management.

Reviewed 11 June 2023

My wife and I called in after a day spent Alpaca walking and sea swimming and Simpson’s topped off a fantastic day. Firstly, the waiting staff from greeting to goodbye were nothing short of fantastic. Attentive, friendly and accommodating we cannot fault them. The food...was brilliant. Great size portions and arrived in good time. I am vegetarian and was well catered for. They also had Guinness 0.0 on tap which is always a massive plus for me! Overall, it was genuinely one of the best experiences we have had when calling in for an early dinner. Highly recommended and well done Simpson’s- there were plenty of folk in when we visited so you’re doing something right! The only suggestion I would make would be to allow customers to tip on card. I was told I couldn’t do that, and given I had no cash weren’t able to leave a tip. Staff were incredible, they are real credit, and the food was fantastic.More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Simpsons Bar And Restaurant, General Manager at Simpson's Bar & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 21 July 2023

Dear F545KRts, Thank you for taking the time to leave your lovely review. I am very glad to hear that you were satisfied with your recent visit. We pride ourselves in providing the best service possible to all our customers. We appreciate your feedback. Kind...More

Reviewed 24 May 2023

Lovely food, smashing atmosphere, friendly staff.... We had a great time and we'll be back - Thank you

Date of visit: May 2023
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Simpsons Bar And Restaurant, General Manager at Simpson's Bar & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 21 July 2023

Dear Petey-Pops, I am glad to hear you enjoyed your visit. Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. Kind regards, Management.

Reviewed 19 April 2023

What a find! Have driven past here many many times but decided to call in for food. Even though we hadn't booked there was only a small wait. The staff were so friendly and accommodating ! The food was of a very high standard and...enjoyed by all. Would definitely recommend and will be back.More

Date of visit: February 2023
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Simpsons Bar And Restaurant, General Manager at Simpson's Bar & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 21 July 2023

Dear Pitadub, Your feedback is important to us. Thank you for your kind words. We hope to see you in the near future again soon. Kind regards, Management.

Reviewed 16 April 2023

Fabulous from the cosy atmosphere to the amazing food, huge portions great value for money, to some of the best service, all the staff had smiles and genuinely seemed to like there jibs and great craic too. Highly recommend next time I'm up that way...I will definitely go back. Thank youMore

Date of visit: April 2023
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Simpsons Bar And Restaurant, General Manager at Simpson's Bar & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 21 July 2023

Dear gregsR8628ZB, I am glad to hear that you enjoyed your meal and our f teams friendly service. Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. Kind regards, Management.

Reviewed 14 April 2023 via mobile

Well we were at a loose end with a few hours to kill so why not a 150 mile round trip with a spot of lunch thrown in. Its been a few months since we were in Donegal so it waa to oir favourite in...the area. Arrived about 2 o'clock without a reservation and were quickly seated. Again the meal didn't disappoint smokey mountain chicken and a 50/50. Staff were as ever friendly and helpful. Hopefully be back shortlyMore

Date of visit: April 2023
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Simpsons Bar And Restaurant, General Manager at Simpson's Bar & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 21 July 2023

Dear Buckwine, Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. Kind regards, Management.

Reviewed 13 April 2023 via mobile

Lovely Sunday afternoon dinner food was absolutely delicious massive portions didn’t need the starter. Staff were very friendly especially with our children. We will be back many thanks 😊

Date of visit: November 2022
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Simpsons Bar And Restaurant, General Manager at Simpson's Bar & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 21 July 2023

Dear Sabrina, I am glad to hear that you enjoyed your Sunday lunch. Thank you for your lovely feedback. Kind regards, Management.

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  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5