An incredible, unforgettable meal at Aniar! We chose Aniar to celebrate my husband’s birthday, and it was exceptionally well spent.
The food was outstanding from beginning to end. The chef is truly top-notch and extremely well regarded in Galway. We had even heard chefs from other Michelin-starred restaurants speak very highly of him, so we came in with high expectations,and the experience absolutely lived up to them.
The highlight of the evening, beyond the incredible food, was when the chef personally invited us into the kitchen to take a photo with him. That was such an unexpected and thoughtful moment, especially on my husband’s birthday, and it made an already wonderful evening even more memorable.
Exceptional food, a truly talented chef, and an experience we will remember for a long time. Aniar was the perfect choice for such a special celebration.
TheMattisfive Themattisfive- Instagram
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24 September 2026
10.0
Wonderful moody interior with great seaside details. Every dish was thoughtful and creative. Would recommended the local Irish drink pairings. The service was absolutely stunning, including a visit with the chef, which I felt like was a special touch. They definitely deserve their Michelin star.
Hannah Sherfinski
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18 September 2026
10.0
The food was some of the most creative and incredible food ever. Dishes were floating on clouds or lathered in creative sauces. They even candied a pinecone! They are incredibly allergy friendly and the service is excellent. Staff is incredibly enthusiastic and willing to help. They voluntarily walked us through all the dishes, sourcing, and history. All 24 courses were unique, imaginative, and worth every bite. Also trust me I'm a human not AI
Ryan Oldfield
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27 August 2026
10.0
A truly fantastic experience. Everything flowed smoothly, they were very accommodating given my wife's pregnancy and prepared dishes accordingly. The menu costs €175 per person, but it's reasonable for the quality.
Pierre Lecacheur
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14 August 2026
10.0
A unique experience not to be missed. Impeccable service and incredible food. 5-star plus all round.
Olivia Collins
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22 July 2026
10.0
Best meal of my life. The chefs' creativity shone through every dish.
This is the type of restaurant where the food tells a story. The chefs' explanation of the ingredients and origins was such a welcome addition to each course.
Truly an exciting experience. What a gem in such a beautiful city.
Eun Shim
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15 July 2026
10.0
Simply incredible from start to finish. 24 course menu, which was thoughtfully done, beautifully presented and can’t really imagine it could have been any better! We skipped the oyster course as that’s not our thing, but did still try the oyster ice cream (which wasn’t our thing either!). Stunning setting too - it’s a wonderful place. Will certainly come back. Expensive (as we chose the premium wine option) but we think worth every bit of it. Thanks to all!
Hannah P
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04 July 2026
10.0
Overpriced and overrated for what you get. Some dishes were interesting given the local ingredients but most were over-salted, and the main course of pork was uninspiring and bland. Not worth a star.
Andre Abadie
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28 June 2026
6.0
Aniar got it right from the first bite! Imaginative creations from beautiful local produce, which stretches to exciting pairing options that include also exquisite Irish wines as well as nonalcoholic concoctions. Cosy, murky venue and most welcoming hospitality from all the team members. A clear winner!
Justas Pipinis
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26 June 2026
10.0
Moving towards 2 stars. Great local focus, knowledgeable and friendly staff.
Sly Wombat
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14 June 2026
10.0
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