Powers Thatched Pub & Restaurant
Traditional Irish Restaurant in Oughterard 🍴
Powers Thatched Pub and Restaurant has recently undergone restoration and has been lovingly brought back to life. The original bar was repaired with recovered materials and remains as it was throughout the life of the bar.
There are open fireplaces with the aroma of peat smoke, decorated with warm lights and all kinds of unusual curios. Tall stools, barrel tables and dark wooden furniture only enhance the traditional ambience. Several picture-perfect scones and cakes are displayed on embroidered linen behind a polished bar. Through the tiny original windows, a sunny courtyard with trestle tables makes for a wonderful quiet dining area in Summer.
Head chef Cillian Hanrahan approaches his meals with a provinance-led, wild, and free-range philosophy. The incredibly skilled Jess Murphy of Kai in Galway has helped conceive concise and popular menu.
Seafood chowder with Dillisk scones and ling fingers in buttermilk and panko breadcrumbs are two delectable options. In the sun-trap courtyard, you could have local charcuterie or chicken liver paté. You could also order a lamb burger on flatbread with preserved lemon, stormy port, and apricot chutney, as well as courgette chips. Vegetarians will be pleased by the specials, which include quinoa cakes with smokey roasted romeneso, caramelized onions, and grilled asparagus.
Old and new world wines from France, Italy, Spain, Argentina, and New Zealand are available on the wine list, however this bar is best known for its Guinness. Additionally, evening Trad sessions occur regularly.
Opening Hours
Monday to Sunday: 12:00 pm – 12:00 am
Note: Food is typically served daily until 8:30 pm or 9:00 pm. Weekend service often begins at 11:00 am for coffee and pastries.
*Note: While walk-ins are welcome for lunch, dinner reservations are highly recommended, especially during the summer season and on Sundays during live music sessions.
Contact
Phone: +353 (0)91 557 597
Email: [email protected]
FAQs about Powers Thatched Pub & Restaurant
When can I catch live music at Powers Thatched Pub?
Powers is famous for its live traditional Irish music sessions. These typically take place on Sunday evenings, creating a fantastic atmosphere that attracts both locals and tourists. It’s best to arrive early to secure a seat near the fire.
Is Powers Thatched Pub dog-friendly?
Yes, Powers is pet-friendly in their outdoor areas. They have a lovely covered and heated courtyard/terrace where you can enjoy your meal or a drink with your dog alongside you.
What are the must-try dishes on the menu?
The standout signature dish is the Atlantic Seafood Chowder, often cited in reviews as the best in the region, served with their homemade Guinness brown bread. Other favourites include the Killary Fjord Mussels and their range of locally sourced gourmet lamb and beef burgers.
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