Key Post: Restaurants in Galway

Hello

Would anyone recommend a good restaurant in Galway, that isn't too pricey? Any kind will do! Preferably in the City Centre or on the way to Salthill (where I'm staying).

Many thanks in advance for any replies!

food in Galway

The Malt House (laneway after the Kings Head pub)
KC Blakes (Quay Street)
Kirbys (Cross Street)
Park House Hotel (Forster Street)

These would be some of the top restaurants in the city centre. If you'd prefer some Indian cuisine then both Eastern Tandoori and Tulsi are excellent.

For seafood check out McDonagh's (Quay Street).

There is also alot of other good places to eat (many cheaper) than the list above. Quay Street is a good starting spot.

All the above are easily accessible (less than 5 min) from the city centre (Eyre Square).

restaraunts in galway

Harza,
I take it your a galwegian or at least living there? Where the quays bar is, theres a side lane, at the bottom of that lane theres a restaraunt right on the corner opposite some new public building, I was in there recently and found it quite tasty and good value, you wouldnt happen to know the name of it?
Ta,
C.

restaraunts in galway

[broken link removed]...it does alot of Tex-Mex food. The public building opposite it is the Revenue I think.

Westbound,
[broken link removed] gives a good deal of info on places to eat around the city.

Re: restaraunts in galway

Yes, it is called Cactus Jacks. It is on Courthouse Lane, a narrow street off Quay Street, down the side of the Quay's pub.

Yes, that is the back of the Revenue's Custom and Excise building in Galway. During building work, they discovered old parts of the walls of Galway, so the new building incorporates them, allowing passers-by to see in through large glass windows. Good job, no harm having a walk down there even if you aren't going to Cactus Jacks.

Nice restaurant, I was in it last Sunday evening. I had the smoked bacon and cheese homemade burger. I was happy with it. Relaxed environment, not formal. Guinness 3.30.

The Druid theatre is on the same lane.

Contango10

Re: Restaurants in Galway

I also like:

Nimmos - Spanish Arch
The Lemongrass - Spanish Arch
Kirwin's Lane - Kirwin's Lane (off Quay St)
Oscars - upper Dominic Street

Oh and I must not forget Milano

If you're in town in the afternoon, go for coffe and cake to Goya's (it's in Kirwin's lane.) The chocolate cake is divine!


Marion :hat

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Try 'Buon Appetito' on Abbygate street for delish italian style food, and other goodies. It is non smoking, and has a wine license.
Expect to pay around 10 euro for a main course. Their carbonara is out of this world, yummy!

Enjoy!

Re: food in Galway

The Lemongrass is nice alright. I hear that Oscars is well worth a visit but never seem to make it that far down the town. Milano is the same as Pizza Express (just look at the stamp on their cutlery!) and definately worth a visit if you're looking for pizza. Don't forget Fat Freddy's on Quay st. for pizza too.

For the best breakfast in Galway (in my opinion) you should check out The Left Bank Cáfe on Dominic Street. They also do good dinners at great prices.


As regards 'Buon Appetito' I find that their pizzas are laced with salt (or something)!

Try Scotty's (directly opposite Milano) for a good American Grill and brilliant desserts (in particular the sundaes).

Marion
They do a nice chocolate mud cake (as do Milano).

Re: I love chocolate cake!

Hi Harza

I haven't tried the mud pie in Scotty's, but I will. I think Goya's will be a hard act to follow though.

Marion :hat

Galway Restaurants

Many thanks for the replies - I look forward to adding to my ever increasing waistline!!

restaurants in galway.

westbound. Dont try and book scottys as the original in town is now closed. They have re opened, but on the east side of town, away from the centre. Oscars is great, but they have doubled the prices since they first opened and isnt good value any more. KC Blakes in my mind is the best of the rest, fab food, 10-20 euro for main courses, and lots of choice, fast service, but you cant keep the table all night, and they have a couple of sittings.

Scotty's

Dont try and book scottys as the original in town is now closed. They have re opened, but on the east side of town, away from the centre.

When did all this happen and where is the new location? I know there is always talk about Scotty's being either "up for sale" or "just sold" and so perhaps owners have changed but the location...?

The Scotty's I am referring to is on Middle Street and has been for the last number of years just in case there is any confusion.

Restaurants in Galway

Try McSwiggan's for nice food and a decent enough pint.

re

Scotty's is not closed on Middle Street, but they have opened another branch of the restaurant near the GMIT. Best sandwiches and potato skins I've ever had!

Antons cafe on the road out to Salthill is delish too - but only a daytime option. Fantastic homemade salads, breads, cakes etc. Well worth a look I think.

Re: re

There are a few nice places in town; The Quays do a nice lunch(7 days afaik). Or for a nice Chinese try Ming Gardens across from Brown Thomas on Eglington Street is very nice.

If you are heading out towards Salthill, The Galleon is very good, but can get quiet busy. There is also a new restaurant opened over the Aquarium which is meant to be very good, haven’t sampled it myself yet.

A friend and I stopped at a little gem in Clarinbridge on Sat afternoon. We had intended to have coffee, but they also had 4 lovely salad menus - usual suspects - smoked salmon and crab, smoked chicken, homebaked ham and cheese and one other. We had one of these each and we ordered a half bottle of wine. The owner apologised and said that she didn't have a wine license, but would be delighted to give us a glass each on the house :eek Shock horror!

Rip off Ireland is dead and buried in Claire's café.

The salad was excellent as was the chocolate fudge cake

Marion :hat

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AmandaC
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Restaurants in Galway City

I've got the January blues like everybody else, so myself and himself are going to take ourselves off to Galway for the weekend to cheer ourselves up.


Can anyone recommend a decent restaurant?

Thanks

AmandaC

decembersally
Unregistered User
Nemos!

Check this place out! It's in Galway city centre, make sure to ring and book in advance cos it gets v. busy! You won't be disappointed!

shnaek
Registered User
Re: Nemos!

If you like Italian check out Da Robertas in Salthill. You will more than likely need to book as it is always packed. The food is good value, and excellent.

Puffy
Unregistered User
Oscars

Try Oscars, its just off Dominic St - near Roisin Dubhs - it is gorgeous!!!!

bluebean
Registered User

I'd agree with Da Robarta's in Salthill - def book ahead though! The number is 091 585 808.
Other than there, Oscars is good or if you want to go outside of town then try the White Gables in Moycullen.

(I have no association with any of the above businesses)

Hope you have a great time!

Westbound
Unregistered User
Lemongrass

I thought Lemongrass was very nice. Sort of Thai kind of place. It's beside The Spanish Arch and they have a website, which I can't remember the name of. Was v popular 6 months ago, so you need to book.

Janeom
Unregistered User
Thai Garden

Thai Garden behind Lemongrass is also good. I think its more authentic than Lemon grass. You probably need to book ahead to ....non smoking section is quite small also.

I see some shredded wheat packages have a voucher offering a main course for €2 in Lemongrass. so if you like shredded wheat buy 2 boxes before you go and you save yourself a few quid on dinner.

Janeom

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ckc1
Registered User
How about lunch in Galway?

I frequently have to go to Galway for afternoon meetings and I am looking for some advice on places for lunch - I have been to Anton's - love it!! Goya's is great for dessert/coffees but I have not been impressed with the lunches I have had there....any suggestions?
Thanks.

Shauna
Unregistered User
lunch

I had lunch last week in the Huntsmans Inn it is at the roundabout on the way to Bon Secure hospital coming from city (someone might have better directions) it was really good also it has table service which makes a nice change from carvery

propertynewbie
Registered User
Re: lunch

ckc1,

Busker Brownes is just around the Corner from Goya's, across from the Front Door, this is also pretty good for lunch or you could try Lynch's Cafe above Zhivago on Shop Street, though its pretty packed in there at lunch, its where most town goes for lunch, it seems!

Shauna, The Huntsman is just at the end of the Dublin Road as you come into Galway. Its pretty nice in there, but can get busy as there aint alot of places up that side of town.

harza
Long time poster
lunch

Carvery at McSwiggan's is very nice and costs about €7.50 a plate. They are good portions and it's a nice place to eat. Try and beat the rush around 1pm if possible.

If you're hungry and can handle Indian food at lunch time then try The Bombay Palace on Eglington St. (opposite church). They do an all-you-can-eat buffet for about €8.50.

blowIn
Unregistered User
Okay, here are another few ideas:

Revive - near Roches Stores. Nice choice of sandwiches, wraps, etc, with some originality!

Delight - gourmet sandwich bar on Abbeygate Street. Might not be suitable though, as only about 4 stools to sit in and eat, but food is to die for if you can find somewhere quiet to sit and eat outside!

Scottys - see previous posts

Food for thought - a nice change, does baked potatoes, baps, rolls etc. Gets very busy.

Anyone else know some hidden gems that I should visit?!

harza
Long time poster

The Home Plate on Mary Street is worth a look (across from AudioVision).
Spud Murphy's (Abbeygate St.) for a baked potato with some original fillings.

Delight is great alright, but you can't expect to get a stool.

Someone mentioned KC Blakes.

I was there recently.

The service throughout was too quick, bordering on rushed.

At the end, as we sipped our coffees, the bill arrived, unsolicited. A few minutes later, the lady on front of house picked up the bill and made to walk off with it, assuming we had paid. We told that her we hadn't paid it as were still finishing our meal; she replied that there were people waiting for the table and walked off. In response to that unwarranted rudeness we decided to order another round of coffees. Wen we told the waiter this, he looked very uncomfortable, and mumbled that he would go an check. We got the coffees. When we were finished, in our own time, my wife gave yer one a piece of her mind. She didn't even have the manners to look at my wife as she talked to her, and wasn't apologetic at all.

When I made the booking, there was no problem with the time I requested, and nobody mentioned that would be any time limit.

KC Blakes is not a cheap restaurant by any means, and neither is it supposed to be fast food joint.

I definitely won't be going back.

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KC Blakes — squashed into seats on top of each other. Food not bad.

Lemongrass and Oscars — completely over-rated. You wouldn't want to have a big appetite with their tiny portions.

Scotty's in Middle St — Gone. Yes, it is. Scotty doesn't own it anymore.

McSwiggans (Woodquay) at night is fantastic, although I wouldn't eat their carvery during the day.

In Salthill, there's only one place — Da Roberta's, but make sure to book in advance. It's always packed.