Testimonials

Some opinions and comments from our customers.


Great food, great service, great value! Thank you

"We had a lovely meal yesterday. There’s now a #veganmenu with a good selection of dishes. Everyone was very attentive. #arklowveganfriendly"

Claire O'Connor | February 4, 2018

Congrats to the catering staff.

"Regularly have lunch in the Old Ship. Always excellent and very good value. Can't resist the trifle to finish."

Philip Kavanagh | November 26, 2017

Best pot of coffee in Ireland.

"Great food and friendly service"

Joe Delaney | November 21, 2017

We'll Definitely be back

"We celebrated our baby girls christening here yesterday. From start to finish it was a wonderful day. The room was spacious and fab. Food was gorgeous. All my family and friends commented on how lovely the room and food was. Geraldine,Sean and the gang couldn't do enough for us throughout the day and we are truly gratefull. We would highly recommend the old ship for any function."

Sinead O Reilly | November 13, 2017

Great atmosphere brilliant music lovely food

"I was there on Friday night for a suprise party such a brilliant place."

Joan Lee | November 11, 2017

Do not pass through Arklow without a visit, I don’t!

"Fresh scrumptious home cooked food which is great value for money. The desserts are to die for so leave room, they are very generous portions. The staff are delighted to see you and nothing is too much. The Olde Ship also offers live music along with a lively, friendly, atmosphere."

Imelda Riley | October 30, 2017

Definitely will be back.....

"Had the Day's Special: Haddock. Absolutely recommended. Very welcome atmosphere, can't fault it whatsoever. They don't skimp on coffee either, big cups. Very good value for money."

Pieter Jellema | October 29, 2017

The service and quality of food was 1st class

"We called in and had the most amazing roast beef dinner with all the trimmings."

Tracey and Rob Van Der Veer | October 29, 2017

The friendliest pub ever

"Staff lovely ..thank you Rose you always have a smile and the Arklow people are so welcoming thanks guys."

Rita Crowe Power | October 28, 2017

Deffo be back

"Excellent food, piping hot and very tasty, staff lovely, ever so friendly."

Caroline Coughlan | October 18, 2017

Will be back !

"Best environment for lunch... the staff are very friendly...."

Joe Carlow | October 17, 2017

Love the Ri Sessions

"Nice Thursday night out, few drinks and good music, great musicians"

Margaret Barlow | October 6, 2017

Always a pleasure to pop in

"For great food and top quality service."

Lenisa Myler Doyle | September 27, 2017

Best pub in Arklow

"Food is always fantastic also great for sports and live bands ."

Don Thompson | September 20, 2017

Great House

"The Ri sessions are special."

Jimmy Myler | September 16, 2017

Welcoming atmosphere

"Excellent food, excellent service, very homely."

Helen Power | September 11, 2017

What an amazing place.

"Brilliant music and unbelievable food."

Franko Doyle | August 26, 2017

An atmosphere that cant be matched

"Great food, brilliant live music at weekends, perfect venue for parties. The friendliest staff in town."

Joe Keogh | August 16, 2017

Best spot in Arklow

"Great live music and great to host events."

Eoin O'Scannail | August 15, 2017

Would recommend

"Just stopped in, 4 young kids, had a really nice meal , staff were really friendly"

P.J. Mulcahy | July 28, 2017

Excellent ..

"Can't believe the function room out the back.. amazing space, lovely layout and made our party perfect!"

BT NIbhriain | July 16, 2017

A huge thanks to the staff of The Old Ship

"For a fab venue and excellent service last night x The back bar is stunning and would recommend it for any event x."

Jackie Lambert | July 2, 2017

Lunch today was great...

"Chicken stuffed with mushroom and chorizo .... nice chat and a few laughs.... Its a hard act to follow... Well done to everyone at The Old Ship"

Peter Kinsella | June 1, 2017

We'll definitely be back, thank you

"Big thank you to Geraldine and Sean for making our family meal so special, they went the extra mile and made the day great! The food and service were fantastic, great menu."

Sandra Byrne | May 17, 2017

Brilliant Bar

"Lovely food and an overall great atmosphere!."

Paul Quinn | April 23, 2017

Wonderful food

"30 people for dinner to celebrate the life of a great man (Derek). Wonderful food, the Pork Belly was amazing."

Niall Walsh | April 23, 2017

Looking forward to coming back

"Had an excellent night at the Ri sessions. Thanks for having me and thanks to the bar for getting me a pint for performing. Looking forward to coming back over and playing again."

Steven Nixon | April 7, 2017