This award-winning restaurant offers diners a scrumptious selection of fresh seafood, served in an elegant setting with a view over Galway Bay. O'Grady's on the Pier has come to be a popular favorite since it first opened its doors in the year 2000. Choose from a menu packed with delicious options like steamed mussels, pacific oysters and crab, served alongside tender steaks, duck and vegetarian dishes that are no less divine. The dessert and wine selections are worth a try as well, however, it is seafood that O'Grady's does best. Prepared using the day's fresh catch, every dish on the menu is packed with authentic flavor. Stop by O'Grady's on the Pier for a casual family lunch or a romantic dinner with that special someone.
Under the guidance of executive chef Jonathan Keane, Wilde's at the Lodge has made a name for itself in the vicinity. They serve delicious Irish cuisine with an upscale setting. The ingredients are locally sourced and hence they are fresh as ever. They specialize in Irish beef, lamb and seafood. The staff here are professional and the service is impeccable.
A family run restaurant in the quaint city of Galway, Martine's Restaurant has been the neighborhood's most loved eatery, since day one. Replete with dark-wood furniture, dim lighting and a lively atmosphere, this typical Irish pub never fails to produce an enjoyable experience. The menu honors traditional Irish cuisine with its collection of classic dishes that perfectly replicates the true Irish spirit. Treat your palate to a scrumptious helping of the signature Claddagh Fish Stew or Slow-Cooked Oxtail and top it off with a heavenly Chocolate Torte. Along with its extraordinary food, Martine's also boasts a remarkable collection cocktail and wine, with the Vesper Martini and Aperol Spritz topping the popularity chart.
Cullen's at the Cottage serves delectable Irish as well as other International cuisines. The staff here are friendly and advise on the roster of meals available on the menu. They also serve beer and wine which go well with the meals served here. The restaurant gives you a classy feel with decor the encompasses wooden elements. Their famous dish is the Chicken Peri Peri which though being spicy, is sold the most.
McDonagh's Seafood House is simply one of the best seafood restaurants in Ireland. Located in the old medieval section of the city, it's divided between an upmarket fish and chip shop and a seated restaurant. The seafood has been recognized with a range of awards and favourable reviews in the New York Times, Le Guide Du Routard and the Irish Press. The catch from the local fishermen is bought by McDonagh's, only hours after leaving the boat and the fresh smoked salmon is famous worldwide.
Goya's is one of the nicest places to sit in Galway, and they offer some of the best baked goods. This airy cafe is located in the lovely medieval quarter of the city, and the scent of freshly baked cakes fills the air when you enter. A wide range of cakes, pastries and other treats abound, served with teas or fine freshly ground coffee. This cafe is also completely non-smoking, a rare thing in Ireland.