Getting a Table for Six in Dunmore East
If you're bringing a group of six or more to Dunmore East, you'll want to ring ahead. The Spinnaker Bar on the harbour welcomes walk-ins most days, but for groups of six or more—or if you're coming Friday or Sunday evening—you need to book. Ring Peter on (051) 383 133 and he'll sort you out. Peter runs the kitchen and the bar himself, so he knows exactly what's happening on any given day.
Why You Need to Ring for Six or More
Peter runs The Spinnaker Bar, Lower Village, Dunmore East himself. He's in the kitchen and behind the bar. For a table of six or more, he needs to know you're coming so he can prep properly and hold space. Walk-ins work fine for two or four on most days, but six people without warning can stretch a working harbour pub that's already busy with locals and day-trippers.
Ring (051) 383 133 and Peter will tell you straight whether he can take you that day or what time works better. Friday and Sunday evenings book out fastest because that's when the village fills up—weekenders down from Dublin and Cork, locals in for the live music on the deck, groups watching the match on the big screen. If you're planning Friday or Sunday dinner for any size group, ring first.
What Peter's Serving for Groups
The menu at The Spinnaker is built around fresh local seafood off the day-boats and solid pub classics. For a table of six, you'll likely see orders for the beer-battered fish €22.50, seafood chowder €13.50, mussels €14 (chorizo, sherry, cream, garlic bread), lamb shank €27, and the 8oz striploin steak €37. Pizzas run €13.50-€21 if anyone in your group wants something lighter. Sunday roast is on the day—ring Peter that morning to see what he's doing.
Peter doesn't publish a full menu online because what's fresh changes with what the boats bring in. If your group has dietary needs or you want to know what's on this week, ring (051) 383 133 or email spinnakerbardunmore@gmail.com. He'll talk you through it.
Friday and Sunday Evening: Ring Early
Friday evening and Sunday evening are the two slots where you absolutely must ring ahead, even if you're a smaller group. Friday catches the weekend surge—people arriving in the village for two or three days, hitting the pub straight off the road. Sunday evening is roast day, live music on the deck when the weather holds, and the tail end of the weekend before everyone drives home.
If you're planning a table for six on either of those nights, ring Peter on (051) 383 133 at least a day ahead. He'll tell you what time he can take you and whether he's got space inside or if the deck is open. Peter posts the week's hours and any music schedule on The Spinnaker's Facebook page, so check there first if you're planning around live music.
Walk-Ins Work Most Other Days
Monday through Thursday, and Saturday lunchtime, walk-ins usually work fine for groups under six. The Spinnaker is a working harbour pub—it's built for fishermen, sailors, walkers coming off the Doneraile cliff path, and locals popping in for a pint. If you're a group of six or more, though, ring even on quieter days. Peter needs to know so he can manage the kitchen and make sure you're not waiting an hour for food.
The pub sits right on the harbour in Lower Village, Dunmore East, so if you arrive and there's no space, you can walk the village, check the boats, hit the strand, and come back. But ringing (051) 383 133 saves you the guesswork. Peter will tell you straight whether he can take you now or what time to come back.
How to Book: Ring, Email, or Message Peter
Three ways to book: ring Peter on (051) 383 133, email spinnakerbardunmore@gmail.com, or message him on Facebook. Phone is fastest—Peter answers himself, so you'll know in thirty seconds whether he can take you. Email and Facebook messages work if you're booking a few days out or if you're coordinating a bigger group and need details in writing.
Peter's brother-in-law Mike English hosts this site, but all bookings go straight to Peter. He's the one running the pub, so he's the one who knows what's happening on any given day. If you're bringing six or more, or if it's Friday or Sunday evening, ring first. For everything else, check this week's hours on Facebook and head down.
Book a table — go straight to Peter
Peter is the new owner of The Spinnaker Bar in Dunmore East. He runs the kitchen and the bar himself, so booking goes direct to him — no app, no fee, no middleman.
Or message Peter on the Spinnaker Facebook page — he checks it daily.
Quick questions
Do I need to book for a table of six at The Spinnaker Bar?
Yes. For groups of six or more, ring Peter on (051) 383 133 so he can hold space and prep the kitchen. Walk-ins work most days for smaller groups, but six people need a heads-up. If you're coming Friday or Sunday evening, book ahead regardless of group size.
What's the best way to book a table for six in Dunmore East?
Ring Peter directly on (051) 383 133. He runs The Spinnaker Bar himself, so he'll tell you straight away if he can take you and what time works. You can also email spinnakerbardunmore@gmail.com or message him on Facebook, but phone is fastest.
Can I walk in with a group of six at The Spinnaker?
Not reliably. Walk-ins work for smaller groups most days, but six or more people need to ring ahead. Peter runs the kitchen and the bar, and he needs to know you're coming so he can manage the space and the food. Ring (051) 383 133 before you head down.
When is it hardest to get a table for six in Dunmore East?
Friday evening and Sunday evening. Those are the busiest slots at The Spinnaker—weekenders, live music on the deck, Sunday roast, and the big match on the screen. Ring Peter on (051) 383 133 at least a day ahead if you're planning either of those nights.