Moville’s The Bank restaurant receives special licence

A special restaurant licence has been granted to The Bank restaurant in Moville.

Judge John Aylmer approved the application for the 55‑seater eatery, which occupies the former Bank of Ireland building on Main Street. The property was purchased by Louise and Paul McElvaney and converted into a restaurant.

According to an architect’s report to barrister Ivan Toner BL, the ground floor is open to the public and includes a back extension that serves the dining area. Toner told the court the premises are fully compliant with planning permission.

The licence stipulates that the bar area may only be used for staff to serve drinks to guests; direct service to customers at the bar is prohibited. Head chef Sean Harrigan, formerly of Derry’s award‑winning Sooty Olive, will oversee daily operations and confirmed the menu will feature a “Little Bankers” option for children.

Harrigan affirmed his knowledge of liquor‑licensing rules, including opening times and age restrictions, and said staff will receive appropriate training. The licence will be issued once a Fire Officer confirms the premises are in order, allowing the restaurant to sell all types of alcohol while providing non‑alcoholic drinks such as water.

Source: Donegal Daily. Photo: Adrien Olichon / Pexels.