Award-winning gastropub in Carrick-on-Shannon combining traditional hospitality with innovative cuisine. Locally sourced ingredients, craft beers, and warm atmosphere create memorable dining experiences.
The Oarsman is an award-winning gastropub on Bridge Street in Carrick-on-Shannon, combining traditional Irish hospitality with a more ambitious kitchen than the typical small-town pub. Lough Melvin trout and a well-regarded seafood pie are dishes that reflect the kitchen's use of regional and locally sourced ingredients. The pub retains a warm, traditional character, exposed beams, a working bar, and a genuinely local crowd, while the food operates at a noticeably higher standard than standard pub grub. Craft beers feature alongside a modest wine list. Reservations are recommended, particularly at weekends, though the bar area can accommodate walk-ins for a more casual meal.
Signature dishes
- Lough Melvin trout — $22
- Irish beef burger — $16
- Seafood pie — $24
Good to know
- Hours
- Daily 12:00-9:30 PM
- Reservations
- Recommended
Location
Bridge Street, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim, N41 P586
53.9478, -8.0917 View on map
Highlights
- Award-winning gastropub in Carrick-on-Shannon
- Lough Melvin trout, a regional specialty
- Warm, traditional pub interior with elevated food
- Craft beer selection alongside pub classics
Tips for visiting
- Book ahead for weekend dinner in the restaurant area
- The bar area is a good option for a more casual walk-in meal
- Try the Lough Melvin trout for a regional specialty
- Pair the meal with a local craft beer
Accessibility
The pub has level, street-front access on Bridge Street.
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Frequently asked questions
Is The Oarsman a pub or a restaurant?
It functions as both -- a traditional pub with a more ambitious, award-winning kitchen.
Should I book ahead?
Reservations are recommended, especially at weekends, though the bar area often welcomes walk-ins.
What is a signature dish?
Lough Melvin trout, reflecting the kitchen's use of regional Irish ingredients.