East Pier closed due to dangerous waves

East Pier closed due to dangerous waves

There were dramatic scenes here in Howth over the weekend with the Coast Guard closing the East pier for safety reasons. Huge waves were seen sweeping over the pier causing safety issues to walkers and passers by.

The Coast Guard warned: "If you see the spray of the waves reaching on the pier, don’t walk it. Waves can be unpredictable, a lull of ten minutes can be followed by intense waves powerful enough to knock you over and cause injury or wash you off the pier wall." 

The Coast Guard added: "We ask the public to call the Coast Guard at 112 or 999 if they see people who are likely to get into difficulty, don’t expect someone else to make the call."

Read more about the dramatic weekend of nature's force here.

https://www.rte.ie/news/2017/0213/852238-howth-coast-guard-warning/

Grub Spy in Howth

Grub Spy in Howth

The Grub Spy gang from the Sunday World were out in Howth. The cleverly made their way to The Brass Monkey and had a slap up feast of seafood and the like.

We're delighted to say we passed all the tests! They enjoyed our prawns Pil Pil, scallops and monkfish scampi. They enjoyed portion of mussels & felt they were good value at €8. It seems no one can resist our sticky toffee pudding. A firm favourite with everyone young and old. 

So if you're coming to Howth in the next few weeks be sure to call to the Brass Monkey on the West Pier for a great time, every time.

Best seafood restaurant in Howth.

Best seafood restaurant in Howth.

We got a lovely write up by The Culture Trip.com. Howth has for many years evolved as a fantastic food destination for locals and tourists. With it's beautiful walks, boat trips and seal spotting it certainly whets your appetite for great seafood, oysters, beer battered fish & chips and creamy chowder.

We love what we do here at The Brass Monkey. We are very lucky to have such incredible fresh produce on our doorstep such as local smoked salmon from Nicky's Plaice via the West Pier, Doran's seafood and great Irish producers. 

The Dublin Bay Prawn Festival during the summer was a huge success and thousands flocked to Howth for some great food, music and family fun. So next time you are thinking about what to do with the family, hop on the DART and give Howth a try!

Gardaí raid fishing trawlers in Howth over probe into illegal workers

Gardaí raid fishing trawlers in Howth over probe into illegal workers

Members of the dedicated Garda Immigration Unit were searching trawlers in Howth Harbour recently. Gardai searched a ­number of fishing trawlers in ports across the country as part of an investigation into the use of unregistered migrant workers. The latest raid was in Howth and followed similar inspections of vessels in Cork, Galway, Kerry, Louth and Donegal. 

It is understood the primary focus of the probe was the movement of undocumented workers from countries in Africa and South East Asia. A number of individuals in the fishing industry were questioned by detectives following raids on specific trawlers. Gardai say they received full co-operation from the fishing industry operatives they contacted.

Never a dull moment in Howth.

 

 

 

Whole lot of shaking going on...

Is Howth becoming a trendy, music destination? Can we hold our own and draw a crowd to lil ole Howth or do we lose out to the big smoke for a good night out?

Here's a good place to start... Bring out the Chimp plays The Bloody Stream 9pm Saturday October 22nd. 

Morrissey and The Smiths fans were in for a treat when 'These Charming Men' played The Abbey Tavern, October 1st. 

We had the Howth jazz & blues festival over the August bank holiday weekend which was a huge success. 

Wrights Findlater House has regular live music. 

So get your glad rags & your dancing shoes on, catch the DART to Howth Station and boogie your night away!

Don't forget to book dinner at The Brass Monkey, West Pier.

See you soon party people.

Autumn in beautiful Howth

Autumn in beautiful Howth

HEY, WHAT'S HAPPENING?

Our Good pal Shane over at Shane's Howth Hikes brings you on inspiring cliff walks with world class views. Howth is well served by a fine old harbour, medieval castle and a warm hospitable village. Autumn is a great time for wildlife spotting & nature walks with family, colleagues and friends. 

If you are visiting Howth we offer a tasty 10% discount off your bill with any same day excursion ticket such as Shane's Howth Hikes or Dublin Bay Cruises

We don't take bookings via email, but we love to talk so please pick up the phone! 01-806-3746.

We can arrange set menus for group bookings, outside catering, communions, confirmations, surprise parties or any special occasion. email info@brassmonkey.ie for details.

We change our menu four times per year to coincide with seasonal changes & new updates on old favourites. We love our seafood and are constantly improving and testing new variations. Come and try some!

All our menus are subject to a 10% service charge.