Ate dinner here twice while in Galway because the food was so exceptional, as was the service. I…read morehad the Oxtail risotto the first time and the Spaghetti with langoustine on the second visit. The spaghetti were likely the best noodles I've had, and then the langoustine were also perfectly prepared. Our seats on the second night were overlooking the river and my family could not stop commenting on how scenic it was. I will return to Galway so I can eat here again. You should go too.

Fantastic spot for an elevated Italian dinner. Service was fine, the ambience was quite romantic,…read moreand the food was divine. The bread in the beginning was lovely, the focaccia was well done! The cacio e Pepe was perfection, and the risotto with ossobucco was out of this world. The apple dessert is a MUST and was the best dessert I think I've ever had - and the lemon curd here was also delightful!

Found this place on yelp and decided to give it a try. I had a latte with almond milk and the…read moreeggs Benedict and I was not disappointed. My friends also enjoyed their coffees and meals, but I forgot what they ordered. The service was also amazing.

We were seated very quickly. The staff were very attentive. We had a traditional Irish breakfast…read moreand a Mexican influencde dish. Good breakfast and atmosphere.

It's closed. Fortunately other options were available in the area. The tourist center directed us…read moreto a couple of other choices

Great lunch in a very cute cafe…read more Places like the Hungry Monk are easy to love: comfort food with with locally-sourced ingredients in a very charming little town. Just by looking at the menu and the way the food is served you can tell that the owners take pride in what they do. I have a nice piece of leek quiche with a side salad and a piece of their homemade brown bread. It was great and I wish I had the chance to try more. Warp technology should be real so that I could head over to Cong on a daily basis for a lovely lunch. Visiting Cong? Do consider this place for lunch. It will make you happy.

Another superb meal during our trip to Ireland, this time for brunch. Bit of a line but worth the…read morewait. I had the Dela Fry, which was a ton of food but 100% delicious and worth it ...especially paired with their outstanding house roasted coffee. I basically didn't eat the rest of the day. Mom had the Bacon pancakes which was also a lot and she's tiny but she went after those like a champ. I was impressed. I tried a bite and they were also outstanding. Service is lovely... great vibe and decor, super nice folks here. Would visit again without a second thought.

Had dinner here with the family on a recommendation from a local. A lovely place that was easy to…read morewalk to from our accommodations through the bustling and vibrant Latin quarter. Ambience was muted and elegant, wait staff were friendly and patient and the food was superb, truly. An unexpected gift to find creative and delicious appetizers and entrees after a few days of solid but predictable soda bread, seafood chowder, and chicken fillet rolls in the Aran Islands. We tried two crazy sounding appetizers and they were both out of this world good. Shiitake donuts yeah?? Wish we'd had a chance to try brunch for some breakfast burritos and Bennie's eggs. Also dig their philosophy on food and farms, our family in Taiwan are organic farmers and the care and work that goes into producing food with that ethos is no joke.

This restaurant is tucked away on the main strip of Galway. Food was amazing. Highly recommend!read more

The food was excellent. One of our favorite stops in Galway, Ireland. I highly recommend eating…read morehere. Excellent menu. Everything was delicious!

We were wandering around Galway trying to find somewhere to eat for lunch and we stumbled upon Cafe…read moreExpress. It looked like a great little cafe to get a sandwich. There were 6 of us during lunch rush hour and were seated immediately - which was great since we were so hungry. All of us ordered a sandwich with fries. Also, the Coke is so much better in Ireland than it is in the states! I had the Chicken and Bacon sandwich with fries and slaw. My sandwich had chicken, smoked bacon, sun-dried tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil mayo on it. SO good. Irish slaw is also so much better than it is in the states. I was a little skeptical since it was purple - but it did not disappoint.

Food is good, portions are huge, and they do iced coffee. A little expensive and always really…read morebusy, but it's often worth the crowds.

Freddie's brings a fun Italian neighborhood feel to Galway's food scene. The exterior has bright…read moreorange eaves blending into the lively Quay Street around it; once inside, you'll find a relaxed, slightly bohemian space with artful décor and comfortable seating that feels like a polished local favorite. The vibe is upbeat and casual, loud but not overly so: great for group dinners, laid-back evenings, or a hearty meal after a day of sightseeing. At around 6:30pm on a Sunday night, our group of eleven needed a dinner option close to the station before our bus back to Dublin. There was no seating inside the restaurant, but plenty of space on the heated patio outside. The menu has something for everyone, with small plates, sandwiches, pizzas, and pastas, and there's also daily specials and a fairly affordable drinks menu. I ordered their Beetroot & Goats Cheese Salad (€15), which was a fresh salad of mixed leaves, beetroot, vinegary-pickled onions, acidic-sweet marinated tomatoes, rich warm goat cheese, mixed nuts, and extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze. This was a wonderland of textures and flavors, with crunch and softness, acidity and earthiness; for me, the true standout was the generous portion of two sizable pieces of melty, creamy goat cheese with just a slight hint of tang. I also appreciated the fact that the salad wasn't drenched in dressing, but thoughtfully drizzled with a light EVOO and mild balsamic glaze. I initially thought it was a bit pricey, but it was a large portion, and I found the goats cheese made a great substitute for a more traditional salad protein; additionally, the freshness of the vegetables made me willing to pay more of a premium. Other great dishes included their Spicy 'Ndjuja Pizza (€16 - a thin crust pizza topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, spicy 'nduja sausage, Cashel Blue cheese, and a drizzle of honey), Primavera (€16 - pasta with roasted chicken, sundried tomatoes, and red onion in a creamy Parmesan sauce), and their Bailey's Tiramisu (€8 - the classic Italian dessert spiked with a splash of Bailey's...it was absolutely as delicious as it sounds). I will note that the pizzas seemed to be a better value than the pastas, as they were larger portions at similar prices. All in all, Freddie's is a fun Italian-inspired (if not entirely authentic) restaurant in a heavily-flocked area of Galway, service is friendly (if a bit slow when it gets busy), and prices are reasonable for the location, portion sizes, and tasty food. It's an easy pick for anyone in the area wanting an enjoyable night out!

In rainy Galway today. We were all chilled due to the wind and rain when we found (Fat) Freddie's…read more Just FYI they aren't using the adjective Fat any longer. The food options were amazing and the wood fired pizza was fantastic!! I had the carbonara with chicken and gluten free pasta which was outstanding!! My only disappointment was no gluten free pizza...there are other places in Galway that offer gluten free pizza so we will try those next time!!

Very eclectic atmosphere! A little bit rustic and little bit artsy. Service was great and staff…read morewere friendly. The food was great and menu changes depending on time of day. The place can get a little cozy, and there can be a wait. Recommend making reservations.

Reservations were really easy to book from their website. This is one of the more popular…read morerestaurants so if you don't have a reservation be prepared to wait. It's very cute and homey inside. And the staff is very attentive. The menu does change throughout the day and they serve breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. I recommend getting the pea risotto which was creamy and comforting with the perfect crunchy bits of bacon. The sea trout was also delicious. Crispy skin on the fish and the freshness from the gremolata brought the dish together well. The cod and mussels were a miss for me. I found them both to be a bit too salty for my pallet. The side of broccoli & cauliflower was just roasted veggies with a dollop of curry butter on top nothing fancy.