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Do Irish Ferries have food on board?

Serving freshly made sandwiches, pastries, hot and cold beverages. Vibrant menu offering a wide range of hot and cold freshly made food. Beside Cafe Lafayette, a place where younger kids have a soft play area to keep themselves entertained.



Yes, Irish Ferries offers extensive dining options across its fleet, ranging from casual snack bars to full-service restaurants. On their premier vessels like the W.B. Yeats or the Ulysses, passengers can choose from several distinct outlets. The Boylan’s Brasserie serves a variety of hot meals, including the legendary "Full Irish Breakfast," fish and chips, and hearty stews, making it a favorite for families. For a more refined experience, some ships feature the Lady Gregory Restaurant, which offers a table-service menu with higher-end ingredients. There are also "Café Lafayette" outlets for lighter bites like sandwiches, pastries, and barista-made coffee. In 2026, the company has increasingly focused on catering to dietary restrictions, offering a wider range of vegan and gluten-free options than in previous years. Additionally, for those traveling in the "Club Class" lounge, complimentary light snacks and drinks are included in the ticket price, providing a quieter environment to enjoy a meal while crossing the Irish Sea or the English Channel.

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Simply Great Food. Two local hen's eggs cooked the way you like, Hodgins award winning Irish sausage, grilled bacon, roasted vine tomatoes, hash browns, sautéed mushrooms, Batchelors baked beans, West Cork black & white pudding, selection of toast or artisan bread.

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Ferry Concessions Please drink responsibly. Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages can be brought and consumed on board the ferry. Due to state law, alcoholic beverages that are not purchased on board the ferry cannot be consumed on the ferry. Please see our current COVID-19 rules related to masking.

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The Ferry ride is free. All passengers are required to comply with applicable U.S. Coast Guard Security Regulations regardless of which level they board from.

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Cabins are available in two-bed (side by side) and four-bed (upper and lower) layouts. Features include: Linens, duvet, and pillow. Private washroom with shower, sink, and toilet.

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Cruise in style across the Irish Sea With plenty to do onboard, including 2 cinema screens, bars, shops and lots of dining options, you're sure to have a good trip. See what our Club Class lounge has to offer, where you can relax, dine and enjoy a panoramic sea view, or book a cabin for your trip.

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Prohibited items
  • Hazardous materials (CFR Title 49, Parts 170-180)
  • Explosives or incendiary devices (CFR Title 33, Part 6)
  • Chemical, biological or radiological agents or devices (CFR Title 33, Part 6)
  • Unlawful or illegally possessed firearms (RCW, Chapter 9.41)
  • Illegal fireworks (RCW, Chapter 70.77)
  • Acetylene tanks.


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What types of security procedures should a traveler expect? By entering the Ferry property, people agree to searches of their baggage,vehicle, person or property and to provide a photo ID upon request.

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How many bags can I bring on the ferry? Walk-on passengers are allowed up to 100 pounds of hand-carried baggage. Passengers are responsible for the handling and safety of their own bags. Baggage carts are driven from terminals and parked on the vessel car deck to offer assistance.

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Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages can be brought and consumed on board the ferry. Due to state law, alcoholic beverages that are not purchased on board the ferry cannot be consumed on the ferry. Please see our current COVID-19 rules related to masking.

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All ferries have toilet facilities including at least one wheelchair accessible toilet.

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What you'll get with Priority Boarding: You'll arrive and check in at the same time as everyone else but get a designated Priority Boarding lane, reducing your queuing time before boarding. You'll be among the first vehicles to board the ferry and then to disembark on the other side.

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On all ships, there are public WCs that can be used by passengers throughout the crossing. Additionally, conventional vessels and international routes also offer public shower facilities. Recreation: Conventional vessels that travel on international routes typically provide a range of amenities for passengers to enjoy.

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