The best restaurants in Galway

03/03/2026: We loved everything. Mango Lassi and mango cheesecake was delicious.

03/02/2026: Food was okay, but some dishes very hit or miss.

08/04/2026: Great, convenient place to stay.

19/03/2026: Really beautiful old school hotel. All the staff are lovely, from the two ladies who checked me in to the young man who served me breakfast. Had a great night sleep in a very comfortable room and overall a great experience.

05/05/2026: "Craughwell's Chef's Cafe is definitely worth a visit if you're looking for authenticity from this delightful cafe, located off the R446." This Chef's Cafe is ready to impress. The individual team members behind this 'eatery entreprise' are excepțional for their positivity, perfection and patience. They absolutely ❤️ what they do. The main ingredient here is TLC because everything is Prepared, Cooked and Served - to be Tasty to eat, Lovely to look at, and Competivitely Priced. Knowledge and experience of this establishment deserves to be shared - its bonus point is gifting a positive experience. Whether you dine in or take out - you'll remember the Quality & Presentation - because this Chef's Team know all about the art of attracting loyal customers. Loyal customers are created when hard work is valued and looks easy. Being consistently impressed places The Chef's Cafe, Unit 8, Craughwell as my #1 favourite Cafe. 🎯

05/05/2026: Stopped in for a quick bite, ordered the kebab, and was delighted. Got a generous portion, and one of the tastiest meals I have had recently. Will be back

20/04/2026: It has a wonderful "home kitchen" feel, and the decor is absolutely beautiful very clean and comfortable. The staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming, making us feel right at home. The vegan dishes are so good. They are so flavorful and unique. I initially thought it might be overpriced since it's located near a tourist attraction, but the prices were actually very reasonable. Highly recommend this cozy spot!

19/04/2026: I had the pleasure of visiting this cafe in 2024 while on a trip, and I was thrilled with the entire experience! The location is stunning, the atmosphere was everything I could ask for! I am not a fan of raspberry anything, but the Raspberry cake that I had here was absolutely delectable! Paired with a fresh Guinness and a local island pup to keep me company was everything I needed to experience to know that this will be my first stop next time I visit the island.

07/04/2026: Lovely food catered for a large group reordered the food no problem good value

05/04/2026: Best garlic pizza bread in town😋

27/10/2025: Good pints well organised staff.

03/09/2025: Absolutely amazing little gem. We stopped here on our way through and it was absolutely amazing. Very good value for money, amazing cakes, scones and exquisite crepes. The name tells it all, its small and cosy and has loads of character. The coffee was amazing and the service was absolutely top notch. Would 100% recommend to anyone passing through or staying in Athenry.

25/08/2025: We stopped here on the way back home from Westport and I have to say one of the best cafes I have been to. Coffee massively on point it was epic hot chocolate epic and a special request for an iced chocolate was not problem. The crepes were out of this world I had the streaker wife had the nookie and the kids had the ham and cheese all were amazing and the boss lady and locals in the cafe were so nice and welcoming. Definitely recommend stopping here if you're ever in athenry I know we will be back

12/04/2026: We had a wonderful stay at Mary and Gerry's. Their welcome was very warm, and they did everything to make us feel at home. The rooms are comfortable, and the breakfast is delicious and homemade. A truly wonderful experience. Sophie and Denis K.

26/03/2026: True b&b Experience. Awesome host.

28/03/2026: I spent 1 month in cuan Mhuire in coolarne, I got out due to bad mental health of heavy trauma that needs phycology first before I can continue. The staff are absolutely brilliant they are so incredibly understanding and want the very best for each and every resident. Ann boland is such a kind empathetic woman and truly helped me understand my situation when I could not make sense of it. It really is about how much you want to help yourself, they can give you the tools but you gotta put in the foundation and really take it serious 💯.. I will definitely return after my treatment on the outside.. id like to extend my deepest gratitude to all the staff and nurses but a very few that truly helped me understand myself. Mary t. Ann, Martin, kevin and James thank you all very very much and a wonderful thanks to everyone of the councillors facilitators and staff. Keep up the amazing work you do. Also the 2 woman in finance thank you so much too 💘💘

21/02/2026: I spent for months in the ladies unit and every member of staff was exceptional. One member of staff in particular was Evelyn this woman was a power house and should be running the whole thing. She made me stronger made me believe I was worthy. She was tough but brilliant. Thanks to her I have my life back. The only down side to Cuan mhuire athy is the garden centre and how it is run. The managers (so called) are not adapted to early recovering addicts and it was slave labour. Which I now now I could have run it with my eyes closed. in addiction there must be empathy. No one is above anyone. I’d like to thank every member of staff in the ladies unit.

09/11/2025: I can’t recommend Cafe Rea enough! The owners are a super friendly and funny couple Gosia & Marcin who make everyone feel welcome the moment they walk in. They serve the best coffee in Ireland — no exaggeration! If there’s anyone who truly understands every step of the coffee journey, from roasting to brewing, it’s definitely Marcin. You can enjoy a perfectly brewed, aromatic coffee on the spot or take home a bag (or two!) of freshly roasted beans. There’s also a lovely outdoor garden where your dogs are always welcome and can enjoy a bowl of water while you relax with your coffee.

05/09/2025: Stopped of for a cappuccino on my way home from Galway, an absolutely beautiful place to sit and relax, both indoors and outdoors. Not forgetting, Excellent Coffee ☕

30/10/2025: Lovely place, lovely food, and lovely staff. I will defo return to try other food items on the menu. The lentil soup was delicious 😊

30/10/2025: Absolutely loved this place!! Amazing staff and food. Cant recommend this place enough.

10/04/2026: Delicious fish and chips served by a very kind hostess. 🙏 Thank you for the warmth from the stove in the restaurant! It made the wet, dreary day more bearable!

29/03/2026: Great daily soup with delicious home made soda bread 😍 good portion too

23/11/2025: Very lovely food. Highly recommend

22/10/2025: Delicious food and great service! The pizza was perfectly baked with a rich flavor, and the chicken tikka was juicy and well-seasoned. Highly recommend this place

19/02/2026: Had a delightful breakfast here with a pint of coors, slugged it back quick and my server Niamh was most complimentary! 😮‍💨😮‍💨 The breakfast was delicious hit that spot I was looking for a felt like a fat pig rolling out of the gaff!! The Service was top class not too long but also not too quick so I knew it was fresh 🌶️. Don’t even get me started on them beans 🫘 All the best a very happy customer 😜😜

16/02/2026: A very cozy place with great staff and service. Good Irish coffee. We liked it. So I can recommend it. A great restaurant on the side of a busy road.

10/10/2025: Maldron Hotel Oranmore has a lovely vibe. Very clean, friendly and competitively priced. Busy bar/cafe very well managed. Restaurant well managed too with a great offering. Great team spirit all round. The restaurant manager Ann has a wealth of experience, and a pep in her step with warmth and a genuine interest in staff and guests. From arrival to departure we felt very welcomed. Kudos to the management and staff for all your hard work. We'll definitely be back..!

06/10/2025: Stayed many times a few years ago and still a lovely hotel