Dan O’Connells Bar & Restaurant is situated in the key location of O’Connell square overlooking the Daniel O’Connell Monument in the very heart of Ennis. It is the perfect spot to escape the hustle & bustle while enjoying a nice pint of Guinness or our famous Atlantic Seafood Chowder while doing a spot of people watching.
This lively spot which is full of character, charm & steeped in local history is very popular with the locals & tourists alike. Excellent food served daily from 9am – 9pm using locally sourced produce. With nightly entertainment be it Traditional Irish Music, Live Bands or Djs there is certainly something to suit everyone.
A visit to Dan O’Connells offers a memorable & authentic experience & is the perfect stop on anyone’s visit to Ennis.
Our good food philosophy is simple…….if its fresh, local & seasonal it goes on the menu! Some of our specialities include ‘Atlantic Seafood Chowder’, ‘Dans Mussels Bowl’, ‘St. Tolas Goats Cheese Parcel’, ‘Fresh Fillets of Fish’ & ‘Homemade Chicken & Beef Burgers’.
Sample Brunch Menu
Full Irish
2 Sausage, 2 bacon, black & white pudding, hash brown, 2 fried eggs, beans, tomato & mushrooms Served with tea/coffee & toast or brown bread9.50 €
Mini Breakfast
2 Sausage, fried egg, bacon, Hash brown & beans Served with tea/coffee & toast or brown bread7.00 €
Veggie Breakfast
Tomato, hash brown, 2 fried eggs, mushrooms & beans Served with tea/coffee & toast or brown bread6.90 €
3 Egg Omelette
• Veggie: peppers, mushrooms, tomato, onion & cheese • Breakfast: bacon, cheese, tomato, mushroom Served with tea/coffee & toast or brown bread8.90 €
Homemade Soup of the Day
Served with our homemade Guinness brown bread4.80 €
Atlantic Seafood Chowder
Served with our homemade Guinness brown bread6.90 €
Smoked Salmon
Irish smoked salmon served on homemade Guinness brown bread with mixed leaves, capers and lemon & dill aioli9.90 €
Open Shrimp Cocktail
Mixed with marierose sauce & served on homemade Guinness brown bread 9.90 €
The Classic BLT
Bacon, lettuce, tomato & mayo served on a ciabatta bread6.90 €
Toasted Special
Ham, cheese, onion & tomato served on brown or white bread5.50 €
Fish ‘n’ Chips
Lemon breaded hake goujons served with mushy peas, tartar sauce, chips & salad12.90 €
Cajun Chicken Burger
Topped with smoked bacon, cheddar cheese & tomato relish in a brioche bun11.90 €
Dan’s Homemade Burger
8 oz Prime Irish Beef topped with smoked bacon, brie cheese & onion rings in a brioche bun12.90 €
Dans Seafood Platter
Irish smoked salmon, shrimp cocktail, spicy floured calamari rings and tiger prawns served with a mixed leaf salad and lemon aioli14.50 €
Rocket Pizza
Homemade pizza topped with basil pesto, rocket and sun-dried tomatoes 11.90 €
Sample Evening Menu
Starters & Light Bites
Homemade Soup of the Day
Served with our own homemade Guinness brown bread5.50 €
Atlantic Seafood Chowder
Served with our own homemade Guinness brown bread7.90 €
Calamari
Spicy floured calamari rings served with lemon & dill aioli7.00 €
Rocket Pizza
Homemade pizza topped with basil pesto, rocket and sun-dried tomatoes10.50 €
Goats Cheese Parcel
Apple & blackberry filo pastry parcel served with mixed leaf salad and balsamic reduction8.00 €
Chicken Wings
Choice of BBQ or hot sauce and served with a Cashel blue cheese dip & mini Caesar salad8.50 € / 12.50 €
Dans Mussels Bowl
Steamed local mussels with a smoked bacon & leek velouté9.00 € / 12.90 €
Main Dishes
Chicken Curry Madras
Served with steamed basmati rice and crispy pompadours14.00 €
Baked Hake
Baked fillet hake on a tomato, chickpea & chorizo ragout, dressed with basil pesto15.90 €
Goats Cheese & Rocket Pizza
Homemade pizza topped with St. Tolas goats cheese, basil pesto, rocket, caramelised red onion and sun-dried tomatoes14.50 €
Dan’s Homemade Burger
8 oz Prime Irish Beef topped with smoked bacon, brie cheese & onion rings in a brioche bun14.90 €
Fish ‘n’ Chips
Lemon breaded hake goujons served with mushy peas, tartar sauce, chips & salad14.50 €
Cajun Chicken Burger
Topped with smoked bacon, cheddar cheese & tomato relish in a brioche bun14.50 €
10oz Sirloin Steak
Cooked to your liking with a choice of garlic butter / pepper sauce & served with sautéed mushrooms, onions & onion rings23.90 €
Pan-fried Chicken Fillet
Stuffed with black pudding and wrapped in smoked bacon, served with savoy cabbage, crushed baby potatoes & thyme jus15.50 €
Gallery
If a picture says a thousand words, then you can imagine how long it would take to describe all our mouthwatering selections.
Party With US
Celebrate your special occasion at Dan O’Connells Bar & Restaurant. Our friendly staff will ensure your party is organised to perfection arranging a reserved area for you and your guests.