The Distillers Arms

Wanted to celebrate our first dinner in Ireland but didn’t want too heavy or large a meal. They have a 2 course with glass of house wine for £16 from 5pm to 6:30. Both the selection and time suited us perfectly. We ordered the crumbed Brie as a starter which we shared. Mr had the pork 3 ways, which he enjoyed. It came with green beans and a side dish of roast potatoes. My Maryland chicken was nicely crumbed and came with hot battered banana, a creamed corn garnish and a side of chips. We shared an apple crumble with ice cream and custard. Definitely value for money.

The experience here is truly reflective of Irish hospitality. Greeted on entrance to this old and authentic Irish building by good drinks and the smell of beautiful food.
I had the smoked salmon to start followed by amazing seabass thermidor. Both were beautifully prepared and presented.
This is a hidden gem on the north coast, buried in historic Bushmills, The distillers arms is somewhere to hunt out.

Seemed like a nice place.
My sister and I walked in hoping to be served at the bar but as we pulled out our stools we were informed that they were only a restaurant. I was perplexed, as there were people sitting with drinks in a lounge directly adjacent and the aforementioned conversation was taking place directly in front of a bar with a bartender standing right behind it, but whatever — we took the hint.

The BEST food I’ve had in Ireland. Anything on the menu seems to be a delight. The only problem is deciding what to order and what to leave for another day!

This is a great place to stop for a bite before or after a tour of the neighbouring Bushmills distillery. The meals are generous and really tasty. The atmosphere was comfortable and warm. The service is warm and friendly. My only complaint was that it was a bit slow.
BF and I made it in just at the edge of the Sunday brunch price break. We didn’t have anything to drink besides water, but even that was classy, served with triple citrus wedges. The soup was warming and lovely, and my lamb shank was falling-​off-​the-​bone tender. Served on a bed of champ, with extra potatoes on the side. We finished with a Baileys crème brûlée which was spot on. BF’s coffee was served with a minty chocolate. Prices were very reasonable for the quality and quantity of food we got.
It was a chilly Sunday and they had every reason to take their time; as soon as we told them we were in a bit of a rush at the end, the servers got us the bill quickly and we were able to be out of there fast.
If you like potatoes with your potatoes, lovely food, a warm atmosphere with art and jazz, and a crackling wood fire while you wait for a table, choose the Distiller’s Arms.