For 30 years, King Sitric has been serving its customers with the best fish in Ireland. Established in 1971, Aidan and Joan MacManus have earned an international reputation for fresh seafood in their harbour-side restaurant in the picturesque fishing village of Howth. The restaurant is 20 minutes from the bustle of Dublin City and Dublin Airport.
Fresh fish is landed daily on Howth Pier, oysters and mussels come from the West Of Ireland, lobster and crab claws are caught by the restaurants own fishermen in Balscadden Bay.
History
Aidan and Joan MacManus' striking harbourside restaurant is named after an 11th century Norse King of Dublin who had close links with Howth and was a cousin of the legendary Brian Boru. It is one of Dublin's longest established fine dining restaurants - and, from its East Pier site, chef-patron Aidan MacManus can keep an eye on his lobster pots in Balscadden Bay on one side and the fishing boats coming into harbour on the other. Completely re-built in 1999, this traditional restaurant has blossomed into a fine contemporary space, with first floor dining to take full advantage of the views (notably at lunch, which is especially good value too).
Directions From Dublin City Centre
Make your way to either O'Connell Street Bridge or Butt Bridge. Immediately you cross either bridge in a Northwards direction, you should pick up signs to Fairview and Howth (R105). It is a straight road, approx. 9 miles. On entering Howth Harbour, come all the way across the Harbour Front, King Sitric is the big red building at the top of the far pier.
Restaurant Awards
The Good Food Guide Outstanding Wine list 1999 and 2000.
Winner of the Best Wine List Award in the Bushmills Malt Irish Restaurant Awards 2002/2003.
Menu
Lunch Menu
Dinner Menu
(All Beef served in the restaurant is Irish)
Special Value Menu:
Two Courses & Coffee: €30.00
Three Courses & Coffee: €35.00
Available All Evening
Monday - Thursday
They do not have a Service Charge except for parties of 8 or more, where an optional charge of 12.5% will apply; Gratuities welcome.
Wine List
House Wine
Half Bottles (White)
Half Bottles (Red)
Champagne and Cava
Chablis
Around The World
Cote Rotie from Guigal and many more...
• The meal was truly wonderful, the wines fantastic and your hospitality exceptional. We have waxed lyrical to all our friends about the King Sitric and have recommended it left, right and centre! We certainly hope to come back..!
Alison & Michael Booth, Yorkshire, 2003.
King Sitric is by no means cheap, but it is remarkable value for money. The quality of the food, the cooking and the service is remarkable, and for a special occasion the restaurant is well worth visiting. You can also now stay in the guest accommodation. King Sitric has eight bedrooms with sea views. Dinner is 6.30pm to 10pm Monday to Saturday. Go on and treat yourselves! You deserve it.
Irish Independent, October 2002.
Accommodation
They also have 8 fabulous bedrooms in the King Sitric, all named after Irish lighthouses and with lovely sea views.
They appreciate advice of arrival time. The rooms are as follows:
• Maidens
• Baily
• Kish
• Mine Head
• Hook Head
• Tuskar Rock
• Rockabill
• Fastnet
Food Style
Seafood
Game
Facilities
Private Dining for 15-30 Persons
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Reservation
Online reservation is available.
Capacity
Restaurant Capacity 70
Opening/Closing Time
Lunch: Monday - Friday: 12.30 - 2.15
Dinner: Monday - Saturday: From 6.30pm
Closed on Sundays and Bank Holidays
Credit Card
Visa, Amex and Access
OUT OF CONSIDERATION FOR OTHERS, THE RESTAURANT HAS A NO MOBILE PHONES IN THE DINING ROOM POLICY.
CIGARS & PIPES IN LOUNGE ONLY.
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