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Il Vulcano, Westport
Italian food typical of Il Vulcano
Italian food typical of Il Vulcano
Italian food typical of Il Vulcano
Westport, County Mayo

Italian · Westport, Co. Mayo

Il Vulcano Restaurant Westport

Open now Closes at 22:00 4.5 on Google · 626 reviews

Opening hours

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Open now Closes at 22:00
Weekly opening hours for Il Vulcano
Monday16:00 – 22:00
Tuesday16:00 – 22:00
Wednesday16:00 – 22:00
Thursday today16:00 – 22:00
Friday16:00 – 22:00
Saturday16:00 – 22:00
Sunday16:00 – 22:00

Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.

Full hours & directions

Apt 1, Il Vulcano Restaurant, Prenty Apartments, 9 High St, Cahernamart, Westport, Co. Mayo, F28 T229

  • CuisineItalian
  • Price€€€
  • Phone+353 98 24888
  • Nearest stationWestport Station · 880 m
  • ServiceTakeaway

About Il Vulcano

On Apt 1, Prenty Apartments, 9 High St in Westport, Il Vulcano is an Italian restaurant serving locals and visitors alike. The kitchen leans Italian, so pasta, risotto and wood-fired favourites are the natural picks.

Westport House is around 880 m away, so it pairs well with a visit there. Public transport is handy: Westport Station station lies roughly 880 m from the door. It is one of 58 places to eat we list in Westport. It shares the spot with Sage, which is just next door.

Facilities recorded for this venue include takeaway and table reservations. There are vegetarian choices, which is useful for mixed groups. You can eat here seven days a week, from 4pm to 10pm. On Google it holds 4.5 out of 5 from 626 reviews, with recent reviewers most often mentioning friendly staff, tasty food and seafood. Budget about €20–30 per person.

Key facts

CuisineItalian
TypeRestaurant
Price guide€€€ (upscale)
Typical spend€20–30 per person
Google rating4.5 / 5 from 626 reviews
Good for kidsYes
AddressApt 1, Il Vulcano Restaurant, Prenty Apartments, 9 High St, Cahernamart, Westport, Co. Mayo, F28 T229
EircodeF28 T229
Phone+353 98 24888
TakeawayYes
ReservationsYes
Wheelchair accessNo
Vegetarian optionsYes
Wi-FiYes
Open7 days a week · 42 hours in total
Nearest stationWestport Station (880 m)
Nearby landmarkWestport House (880 m)
From Dublin city centre221 km
Coordinates53.79766, -9.52315

At a glance

Services & amenities at Il Vulcano

Service

  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Dining

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

On the menu

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Coffee
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible seating

Amenities

  • Toilet
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking

Details as published on the venue's public business listing; they can change, so confirm anything essential with the restaurant.

Menu highlights

What to order at Il Vulcano

Full menu
  • Garlic Bread

    Wood-oven garlic bread with rosemary

    V

    €7.50
  • Penne Arrabbiata

    Tomato, garlic and chilli sauce

    VGS

    €18
  • Cannoli Siciliani

    Crisp shells filled with sweet ricotta and pistachio

    V

    €8.50
  • Prosciutto e Rucola

    Parma ham, rocket, parmesan shavings

    €19
  • Risotto ai Funghi

    Arborio rice, wild mushrooms, truffle oil, parmesan

    VGF

    €21
  • Ravioli Ricotta e Spinaci

    Handmade ravioli, sage butter

    V

    €20

Typical dishes and approximate prices for this style of restaurant. The restaurant's own menu and prices may differ.

Estimated busy times

Usually busiest around 7pm on Thursdays.

Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for italian venues — not live data.

Good to know

  • Today is — hours: 16:00 – 22:00
  • Sunset in Westport today: 19:15
  • Best time for a quieter table: 5pm or after 9pm
  • One of 58 places to eat in Westport

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Reviews

4.5/5 on Google · 626 reviews

What recent reviewers mention most:

Friendly staffTasty foodSeafoodPasta

Jaylene FlashaApril 2026 · via Google
★★★★★

Absolutely incredible dining experience at Il Vulcano! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The mussels were hands down the best I’ve ever had — perfectly cooked and served in the most delicious, flavorful broth that I honestly could have eaten on its own with a spoon. Just outstanding.

Then came the lasagna… wow. I was completely blown away. Rich, comforting, and layered with so much flavor — easily one of the best I’ve ever tasted.

To top it all off, the service was truly impressive. Attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience feel special from start to finish.

I can’t recommend Il Vulcano enough — I’ll definitely be bac

Saundra L.R.2025 · via Google
★★★★★

The food was absolutely delicious. The linguine carbonara was the best my husband had. My pasta arrabiata gluten free was very good too, we had the special,
Linguine in garlic sauce with mussels was the best. The house salad was also fabulous!! Definitely do not miss this restaurant while you are in Westport! It doesn’t look like much from the outside, but once you open the second door, it comes alive

BitofRedFanApril 2026 · via Google
★★★★★

Was the first customer of the evening. Staff were so friendly and beyond attentive.

Food was delicious.

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Questions & answers

Where is Il Vulcano?

Il Vulcano is located at Apt 1, Il Vulcano Restaurant, Prenty Apartments, 9 High St, Cahernamart, Westport, Co. Mayo, F28 T229. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

Is Il Vulcano open on Sunday?

Yes. On Sundays the listed hours are 16:00 – 22:00.

What time does Il Vulcano close tonight?

It is open right now and closes at 22:00 (Irish time).

Does Il Vulcano do takeaway?

Yes, takeaway is available.

Is Il Vulcano wheelchair accessible?

It is recorded as not wheelchair accessible.

Can I book a table at Il Vulcano?

Yes. Reservations are accepted — call +353 98 24888 to book.

What other restaurants are near Il Vulcano?

The closest alternatives are Sage (10 m), Woodfire (30 m) and La Bella Vita (50 m).

How is Il Vulcano rated?

Il Vulcano has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 on Google, based on 626 public reviews. Reviewers often mention friendly staff, tasty food and seafood.

How much does a meal at Il Vulcano cost?

Most diners report spending about €20–30 per person.

Is Il Vulcano good for children?

Yes — it is listed as family friendly and offers a kids' menu.

What is the nearest train station?

Westport Station is about 880 m away, roughly 11 minutes on foot.

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