Paddy Frawleys in Lehinch Co Clare is one of those reliable pubs where good honest everyday food is served. Although Lehinch has never been a favourite of mine I have I have over the last number of years been a frequent visitor and I suppose like most things in life if it becomes a regular feature in your life it will grow on you. Long strolls on the beach can be quite relaxing or is you are the more sporty type a spot of surfing could be your thing. Many people just sit along the promenade eating ice cream , Perry Winkles or indeed that super of super foods , a bag of dillisk. If you are of a more leisurely sporting type a round of golf will surly pass the morning of afternoon and the 19th hole is an option not an obligation says he in amusement.
All this activity , be it energetic or leisurely builds an appetite and a sea air appetite always seems to be more ravishing then normal. Now there are several good establishments in Lehinch to eat from restaurants and hotels to pubs and cafes but we always return to Paddy Frawleys , now onw might say we are creatures of habit but the simple fact is for me, the Seafood Chowder. I have tasted Chowder in all its shapes and forms in may countries and a couple of continents but nothing has ever compared to Paddy Frawleys Chowder. For me it has hidden flavors and depth and a silkiness that is just sheer pleasure on the senses. Chunks of Salmon and cod are abundant and with that hint od smokiness from the haddock this is simply gastronomy in a bowl. At times I suppose its impossible to accurately transcribe a culinary experience into words and now is such a time but some indication of how good this Chowder is I recently spoke with he manager and he told me that the volume of Chowder they sell is incredible and that is testimony to it popularity. Paddy Frawleys has a variety of meals on it menus to cater to every taste and also a selection of daily specials soo no matter how particular you ae about your food they will have something to please you but if you are truly wise a bowl od Chowder here is your only man. Enjoy.
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