Sligo Oyster Experience

10 Stephen St, Rathquarter, Sligo, F91 V2XR, Ireland
+353 71 914 1883
$$$ Cafe
(42 Reviews)

Welcome to the Sligo Oyster Experience, nestled in the charming Rathquarter area of Sligo, Ireland. This delightful café does more than just serve food; it offers an unforgettable journey into the world of oysters, where freshness and flavor meet passion and expertise.

From the moment you walk into this cozy establishment at 10 Stephen St, Rathquarter, Sligo, F91 V2XR, you are greeted by the warm, inviting atmosphere, punctuated by the friendly faces of Aisling and her dedicated team. The walls echo with the laughter of patrons delighted by the distinctive culinary adventure that awaits them, as well as the lively discussions surrounding local culture and oyster farming.

The centerpiece of this experience is, of course, the oysters. Guests rave about the unparalleled freshness, with many reviews spotlighting the unique pleasure of slurping on oysters just harvested that very morning. As noted by Jeff Haden, guests can enjoy “amazing” oysters, freshly shucked right at their table, while Aisling and her husband enhance the experience with their genuine hospitality. Here, every bite is infused with the essence of the sea, aided by zesty lemon blueberry mignonette that perfectly complements the briny delight of raw oysters.

For those who might shy away from the raw variety, options like the superbly cooked oysters are a revelation, striking the perfect balance of flavor and texture, as shared by Dennis. This flexibility ensures that everyone leaves satisfied, regardless of their palate preferences. And if you're after a unique educational experience, don’t miss the opportunity to join one of the oyster farm tours, often highlighted by visitors like Luke Brown, who appreciated not just the history and processes behind oyster farming, but also the beautiful views that accompany the tasting sessions.

Whether you're a local or a visitor exploring Sligo, the Sligo Oyster Experience is a must-visit. With its unique blend of food, education, and stunning scenic views, this café captures the very essence of the region’s maritime culture. Be sure to arrive early, as their oysters are so popular they often sell out for the day!

Experience the warmth of Irish hospitality with a fresh taste of the ocean at the Sligo Oyster Experience. Come for the oysters, stay for the memories!

From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Service options
Outdoor seating
Dine-in
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Popular for
Breakfast
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Coffee
Quick bite
Small plates
Wine
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Amenities
Gender-neutral toilets
Toilet
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Family friendly
Groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Tourists
Transgender safe space
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
High chairs
42 Reviews
Aisling Keenan

13 Sep 2025

We had a weekend of planned activities in Sligo for our visitors from the four corners of the world. This Sligo Oyster Experience, was the highlight of the weekend. It was so well presented by Aisling. The knowledge and experience of oysters that Aisling has is the key to why this experience was so good for all of us. It is a wonderful thing to have something so good to bring our guests to in Sligo. The oysters were delicious and in particular the one with whiskey was exceptional to taste. So many different options. Thank you Aisling. Cannot recommend this experience highly enough.

Jeff Haden

13 Sep 2025

The oysters are so fresh and amazing. We had 4 dozen and they were just taken from the oyster farm in the morning. Aisling was so friendly and her hospitality was off the charts.Her husband was shucking oysters at our table. What an experience!!!!! A+

Dennis

30 Aug 2025

I didn't do the tour but I did walk in for oysters! Very good oysters, and for those who can't handle the brine-y taste like me, the cooked oysters are super fresh and delicious. Warning - They can run out for the day so come early if you can

Luke Brown

13 Aug 2025

We did the Sligo Oyster Experience tour of the oyster farm with Ashley and it was a really cool and unique experience. They gave us the full history of the farm and walked us through the process for farming, harvesting, processing, and shipping oysters. We got a lesson on shucking and got to slurp down some fresh oysters at the end with a beautiful view. Would recommend!

Cait F

31 Jul 2025

Great fresh raw oysters. Really good lemon blueberry mignonette to go with them.

Shannon Hicks

17 Jul 2025

We used to live in New Orleans, La. USA which is renowned for its oysters and I have to say that Sligo Oyster Experience has the best oysters we have ever had anywhere in the world! We had the raw, herb baked and cheese baked oysters. This is a MUST stop if you are anywhere near Sligo. PS, the vegetable soup is divine!

Northwest Sherpa Tours

04 Jul 2025

I took a group on the private oyster farm tour in Strandhill yesterday. They had such an amazing time. Set in one of the most scenic parts of Ireland, Aisling was a wealth of knowledge about the fine art of oyster farming and provided the group with plenty of world-class yet locally sourced cuisine to sample. I'll definitely be recommending visitors to enjoy this one of a kind experience.

Scott Britton

02 Jul 2025

We can not express in words how great Aisling, Glenn and there team at Sligo Oyster Experience are. Our group traveled all over Ireland for 11 days, and this was by far our favorite time, and I would say it was due to Aisling's love for her job and lifestyle. She took us in later than normal for the start of our time, due to we went on a fishing excursion that am. She started off with history of herself, family and the farming process, and you can tell with her excitement, she loves what she does. They had a warm fire started for us table side, with a complete spread of crackers, cheese, wine, and condiments for the oysters laid out for us at the end, and noted as many oysters as you could ever imagine shucked by Aisling and Glenn. Our group even gave her a little something that she stated she never had before, we roasted oysters for her on her fire pit, and yep, she stated she loved it. Make time for this one, you will get the best of the best of oysters, fellowship, and a new friendship that will last a lifetime. #lovewhatyoudo

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