Had soup today for.lunch, big portions but not home-made, tasted like packet soup, how hard is it to make a nice homemade soup?. Staff are lovely and their deli sandwiches are good though their grilled stuff
is way over-cooked, sausages and bacon and hash browns all shriveled and dried up
American · Letterkenny, Co. Donegal
Route 56 Restaurant Letterkenny
Closed now Opens tomorrow at 09:00 3.7 on Google · 3 reviews
Opening hours
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| Monday | 09:00 – 15:00 |
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| Tuesday | 09:00 – 15:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 – 15:00 |
| Thursday today | 09:00 – 15:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 – 15:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 – 15:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00 – 15:00 |
Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.
Full hours & directionsLetterkenny, Co. Donegal
- CuisineAmerican
- Price€€
- AccessWheelchair friendly
About Route 56
Among the places to eat in Letterkenny, Route 56 stands out as an American restaurant. American-style comfort food — burgers, wings and ribs — dominates the menu.
It is one of 129 places to eat we list in Letterkenny. Nearby, McGettigan's is only 80 m down the road.
Facilities recorded for this venue include wheelchair access. Doors are open daily, 9am to 3pm. Its public Google rating stands at 3.7 stars (3 reviews).
Key facts
| Cuisine | American |
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| Type | Restaurant |
| Price guide | €€ (mid-range) |
| Google rating | 3.7 / 5 from 3 reviews |
| Address | Letterkenny, Co. Donegal |
| Wheelchair access | Yes |
| Open | 7 days a week · 42 hours in total |
| From Dublin city centre | 200 km |
| Coordinates | 54.94398, -7.69675 |
At a glance
Services & amenities at Route 56
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
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 Route 56
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€8.50
Loaded Fries
Cheese sauce, bacon, scallion
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€13.50
Veggie Burger
Plant-based patty, vegan cheese
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€14
Bacon Cheeseburger
Smoked bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato
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€20
BBQ Ribs
Half rack, fries, slaw
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€15
BBQ Burger
Onion ring, BBQ sauce, smoked cheddar
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€17.50
Double Trouble
Two patties, double cheese, bacon
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 noon on Thursdays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for american venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 09:00 – 15:00
- Sunset in Letterkenny today: 19:07
- Best time for a quieter table: noon or after 2pm
- One of 129 places to eat in Letterkenny
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Reviews
Got a beautiful small breakfast there on Saturday morning
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Where is Route 56?
Route 56 is located at Letterkenny, Co. Donegal. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
Is Route 56 open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays the listed hours are 09:00 – 15:00.
What time does Route 56 close tonight?
It is currently closed. Opens tomorrow at 09:00.
Is Route 56 wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the venue is recorded as wheelchair accessible.
What other restaurants are near Route 56?
The closest alternatives are McGettigan's (80 m), Clanree Hotel (110 m) and Alieach Restaurant (130 m).
How is Route 56 rated?
Route 56 has a rating of 3.7 out of 5 on Google, based on 3 public reviews.
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