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Dawros Bay House & Joe’s Seafood Bar Situated at the top of the Rosbeg peninsula in Co. Donegal, this bar & restaurant enjoys unrivalled scenic beauty. The nearest beach is just one minute walk away. Nature has provided the spectacular setting, and the Molloy family provide the excellent service and homely surroundings necessary to enjoy these gifts to the fullest. Our panoramic conservatory commands the majestic view of Dawros bay and the surrounding cliffs and coves.
Sit back relax and enjoy a combination of serene sunsets and wild Atlantic waves rolling in, while savouring a warm bowl of chowder and home made bread, fresh Gweebarra oysters, and fresh Rosbeg crab & lobster (when in season) and of course our “Traditional Irish Coffee“, and to finish off your evening, you might be treated to a session of traditional and folk music.
In addition to relaxing surroundings, excellent seafood from the bay and the personal attention of the “Molloy Family”, we offer you all the magnificent gifts nature has lavished on this idyllic part of Ireland.
“Creative seafood in a panoramic setting”
Contact Details
Phone: 074 954 52
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E-mail:DawrosBay@eircom.net
Address: Dawros Bay House & Joe’s Seafood Bar, Rosbeg, Co. Donegal
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Local Attractions
Rosbeg is a beautiful unspoilt area in west Donegal, close to Portnoo, and 10 minutes drive from the heritage town of Ardara. Rosbeg beach, which is a few minutes walk from the house is perfect for small children. It is a very safe bay, ideal for swimming, kayaking and shrimping. 10 minutes’ walk or 2 minutes drive away is Tramore beach, a large beautiful area that shouldn’t be missed.
Tramore Beach – Located in a very peaceful setting Tramore Beach, Rosbeg, County Donegal. Ideal for all watersports, particularly surfing. The beautiful sandy beach is 1km long, lovely to walk on and we have a nature reserve and the Owenea estuary nearby. There is fishing, golf, pitch and putt, horse riding, a wildlife sanctuary and many pre-historic monuments within 5km.
Narin & Portnoo Golf Club -Narin and Portnoo Golf Club, is situated in a beautiful seaside resort in southwest Donegal. It is considered one of the finest natural and scenic 18-hole links courses in Ireland, with sweeping views of Gweebarra Bay.A warm and friendly welcome awaits visitors and societies to Narin and Portnoo Golf Club and due to its links terrain, it is ideal for year-round golf. Portnoo Golf Club Website
Sheskinmore Nature Reserve – Sheskin More is regarded as one of the most important Nature Reserves in Ireland. It encompasses an area of approximately 1,000 acres, and is situated near Kiltoorish, Rosbeg. Sheskin More is open to the public all year round and offers families and nature enthusiasts all the beautiful wonders of nature only to be found in Ireland.
The John Sayles Film: “The Secret of Roan Inish” was shot on location at Rosbeg in 1993. 10-year-old Fiona is sent to live with her grandparents in a small fishing village in Donegal, Ireland. She soon learns the local legend that an ancestor of hers married a Selkie – a seal who can turn into a human.




Dawros Bay House & Joe's Seafood Bar - A Donegal Good Food Tavern