Set on Crowley's Quay, Fishy Fishy is a seafood restaurant in the heart of Kinsale, Co. Cork. Fresh fish and shellfish shape the menu, true to Ireland's coastal tradition.
If you are sightseeing, Desmond Castle is only 440 m away. Kinsale has 68 restaurants, cafés and takeaways in our guide, and this is one of them. It shares the spot with The Blue Room, which is just next door.
Facilities recorded for this venue include wheelchair access. You can eat here seven days a week, from noon to 9pm. On Google it holds 4.4 out of 5 from 2,193 reviews, with recent reviewers most often mentioning friendly staff, tasty food and busy at peak times.
Key facts
Cuisine
Seafood
Type
Restaurant
Price guide
€€€ (upscale)
Google rating
4.4 / 5 from 2,193 reviews
Address
Crowley's Quay, Kinsale, Co. Cork, P17 CY80
Eircode
P17 CY80
Phone
+353 21 470 0415
Wheelchair access
Yes
Open
7 days a week · 63 hours in total
Nearby landmark
Desmond Castle (440 m)
From Dublin city centre
238 km
Coordinates
51.70396, -8.52151
At a glance
Services & amenities at Fishy Fishy
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Details as published on the venue's public business listing; they can change, so confirm anything essential with the restaurant.
Photo: David Monniaux / CC BY-SA 3.0Photo: I99pema / CC BY-SA 4.0Photo: Nikodem Nijaki / CC BY-SA 3.0Photo: Christopher Michel / CC BY 2.0
Reviews
4.4/5 on Google · 2,193 reviews
What recent reviewers mention most:
Friendly staffTasty foodBusy at peak timesSeafood
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Albert BaginskiJuly 2026 · via Google
★★★★★
Fishy Fishy is a fantastic restaurant in Kinsale. Despite being a lovely, busy place, everything runs incredibly smoothly. The service was attentive and welcoming throughout, and the wine list had some really interesting choices.
I had the scallops for lunch, and they were absolutely delicious - perfectly cooked and full of flavour. It’s easy to see why this restaurant has such a great reputation. I’ll definitely be back and would highly recommend it 👌
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Frank CJuly 2026 · via Google
★★★★★
We visited Kinsale and Fishy Fishy on the advice of a friend: Kinsale is unbelievably beautiful and picturesque. Fishy Fishy was equally memorable and enjoyable. Ali, our server, provided wonderful and welcoming service, which made our experience special. The food was incredible, which was definitely a highlight of our visit to Kinsale. We had oysters, lobster, fish, and other appetizers. Each dish was delightful and delicious. We will be back in the future, for special occasions.
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David TruongJune 2026 · via Google
★★★★★
After a full day of touring Ireland’s coastline, we ended our evening in Kinsale and chose Fishy Fishy for dinner.
We started with the multigrain bread and house-made butter, which was a simple but tasty way to begin the meal. The lobster bisque followed and was rich, creamy, and hearty. While the lobster flavor became a bit overpowering toward the end, it was still well worth ordering.
For our mains, I had Jody Hurley’s Wok Fried Crab Claws with white rice, and my wife ordered the Baked Local Lobster with spring onion mash and salad. The crab claws were tossed in a creamy lemon sweet chili sauce that was packed with flavor, and the rice balanced the richness perfectly. The generous portion was an added bonus. The standout, however, was the baked lobster—fresh, perfectly cooked, and topped with a delicious mustard cream sauce. Paired with the mash and salad, it made for an excellent meal.
Fishy Fishy delivered fresh seafood, generous portions, and flavors that made it a memorable stop in Kinsale.
Fishy Fishy is located at Crowley's Quay, Kinsale, Co. Cork, P17 CY80. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
Is Fishy Fishy open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays the listed hours are 12:00 – 21:00.
What time does Fishy Fishy close tonight?
It is currently closed. Opens tomorrow at 12:00.
Is Fishy Fishy wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the venue is recorded as wheelchair accessible.
What other restaurants are near Fishy Fishy?
The closest alternatives are The Blue Room (10 m), Bruno's (20 m) and Kinsale Coffee (50 m).
How is Fishy Fishy rated?
Fishy Fishy has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 on Google, based on 2,193 public reviews. Reviewers often mention friendly staff, tasty food and busy at peak times.
