I stopped in here while in Galway on a tour. When I first walked in I was a little put off by the…read moreinterior but decided to give it a try. I ordered the seafood chowder and a Bailey's Coffee. The chowder especially was excellent. I would for sure give this place 5 starts except that it was a little awkward as I was the only person there and so I felt a bit funny. Otherwise the service and food was great!

Do not miss this jewel tucked into the heart of the shopping district in Galway! The prices are…read morereally competitive and the quality of food and service are worth the visit too. The wait staff is personable and truly made our meal worthwhile!

Tell your gluten free people to go here for legit Fish and Chips and Shepards Pie. Finding gluten…read morefree Irish standards in Ireland was spotty. The Front Door Pub was a great find. The pub is a large 2 story series of bars and seating areas. I think they shift their focus from food to drinks throughout the day. We ate through around lunch time, and ended up going back the day before we headed back to the airport. It was so good. The fish was perfectly fried, hot and crisp. They said they used rice flour. My wife was thrilled to find Sheppards Pie she could try. They have a lot of beer on draft, including a local IPA. The atmosphere felt like a polished authentic pub. Our service was friendly and attentive. I'd like to go back at night when the live music kicks in. The play appeared lively at night after they shift to a drinking venue.

I came for the Shepherd's Pie and I did not leave disappointed. Super thick and meaty and flavorful…read moreon the bottom with nicely mashed and toasted mashed potatoes on top! The ratios were spot on! Come get some! I'll be dreaming of this meal for months and years after. That's it!

Had a delicious dinner last night at Kai. 8:30pm reservation and the place was quite busy still…read more Service was terrific, glad we took a taxi from town Centre as it wasn't clear where one would park otherwise. Cozy and interesting interior and noise level fine for conversation. The food was fabulous, especially after several nights of pub food. - Hapi bread and butter - 5/5 three kinds of bread all delicious and it is true, hard not to eat it all and get full before the very large main dishes arrive! - sole with samphire and cherry tomatoes - 5/5 outstanding fish on the bone, delicate flavors and a HUGE portion that I could not finish - strip steak - 5/5 my partner thoroughly enjoyed his steak - Steve's leaves - 5/5 this was a very delicious collection of slightly dill cucumber pieces, lettuce leaves, pomegranate seeds, cherry tomatoes, fennel, dill with a light dressing - refreshing! - side potatoes - 4/5 solid offering but nothing special - coconut and apricot sorbet with black and white sesame brittle - 5/5 a light and tasty way to finish off a very filling meal! Had to take the sesame brittle to go Kai just came out with their cookbook this year which is a very good read. I highly recommend both Kai when in Galway and the cookbook for when you're not!

After several nights of pub food, we were ready for something special, and Kai absolutely…read moredelivered. Opened in 2011 by chef Jess Murphy and her husband, Dave, Kai has become one of Galway's most celebrated restaurants. While it doesn't have a Michelin star for fine dining, it has earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand and Ireland's only Michelin Green Star, recognizing both its outstanding food and commitment to local, sustainable ingredients. What impressed me most wasn't just how delicious everything tasted. Every plate looked like it belonged in an art gallery. We started with the Kelly oysters and Kai's signature Cupla Crab. The crab looked more like a modern sculpture than dinner, and the flavors were every bit as impressive as the presentation. The rainbow carrots may have been the best carrots I've ever eaten. And when a restaurant serves bread as good as Kai's Hapi Bakery loaf with incredible butter, it's easy to fill up before the entrées even arrive. For the mains, Brady's Strip Steak was perfectly charred and incredibly tender, while the signature Black Sole was outstanding. The Andarl pork chop was the only dish that didn't quite reach the same level, as we found it just a touch dry. The oregano potatoes made a hearty side for the table. Dessert finished the evening on a high note. Mum's Pavlova was almost too beautiful to eat, and my Smokey Teeling Whiskey Fudge & Espresso was the perfect ending.

Our large family (5 adults, two children, 6 and 4) stopped for something to eat after a walk in the…read moreBurren. We were made welcome and the staff immediately set up seating for us . The menu had options for all of us and we tucked right in. Our family had been in Ireland for over a week and we had an unofficial contest to see who has the best seafood chowder and brown bread. Keoghs won hands down. The chowder allowed the taste of each ingredient to come through and the broth itself wasn't gummy or too thick. It was wonderful. The brown bread was very flavorful and had just the right amount of moisture, not being dry or crunchy. The King burgers, calimari, fish and chips were all very flavorful.The staff were very friendly and helpful in making recommendations helpful with the children. We came back the next morning for breakfast and were not disappointed! Give keogh's a try, you won't be disappointed.

The food is absolutely delicious and I was grateful they were so accommodating with my making the…read morepizza vegan. Loved how friendly and helpful the staff were and the fact that the owner is obsessed with Elvis!

Went for brunch here this morning to try a traditional Irish breakfast for the first time! It was…read moredelicious as well as a beautiful spread on the plate. In addition, the atmosphere was a cute, trendy with light colored wood and pendant lighting. It was a great place for a brunch date :) The servers were very nice and I also got a pot of tea that was a great addition to my meal. Overall a great experience!

A simple salad with roasted chicken and avocado was surprisingly delicious, fresh, and unique. The…read morebrown bread was the best I've had so far in Galway.

Wanted go to a local pub to watch the World Cup match England vs France…read more Walked in right before the kitchen closed. No problem, we ordered Fish Stew, Roast of the Day (brisket) and Fish and Chips. All local ingredients and all made at the restaurant. Check out my pics of the food and yes it was delicious. True pub food and good to the last bite. In fact our waitress shared about the local match and to make sure if we wanted dessert- homemade apple pie with cream, ice cream and custard. Yep we shared it as we were stuffed but I'm not sure all parties were happy to share. Thanks to the staff and Trappers for making us welcome and putting in the game for us. Looking for a pub outside the downtown area, this will punch your ticket.

Great neighborhood bar with food! Everyone is friendly and the prices are good! Come here to avoid…read morethe tourist crowd. The bartender Colm is very friendly and helpful. We had a great time talking to him. They have numerous beer on tap-even the American Budweiser-which I would never drink-when in Rome-so why not some Irish favorites??

We arrived too late to Galway to get reservations at the place I had researched for our vacation,…read moreso we just went exploring and found Tosnu. What a find! We were presented with a clever and pretty amuse bouche while we reviewed the menu. Then we started with an appetizer of Donegal crab claws in a perfectly seasoned scampi-style butter. My wife had the salmon and I had the hake, both obviously fresh that day. There was also an 8-hour porkbelly confit and a braised beef shoulder that I hope to try someday. My wife finished with a vol-au-vent pastry with fresh local strawberries and cream; I had no room left for dessert. The service was attentive, efficient, and friendly but unobtrusive. The seating was comfortable and the restaurant is located on a quiet side street away from the hustle and bustle of the main strip.

Our meal started off strong, and finished on a rather meh note. After wandering around for about an…read morehour trying to decide where to eat dinner, we finally decided on Tosnu. The place itself is a casual cafe with a solid menu with very Irish items. Initially there was only one other table seated, and one server working, but this quickly changed and slowed the entire evening down. Once we ordered, the server brought us a complimentary amuse bouche-- focaccia topped with goat cheese, pesto, and a tomato and pepper relish that was really yummy. We decided to share the Crab Claws in Garlic Butter as a starter, while I gravitated towards the Pork Belly, and he got a braised beef dish. The Crab Claws were delicious and really set us up to believe our meal was going to end on a high note, but it basically stopped there. We ended up waiting a very long time for our entrees (the place was fully booked at this point, and there was still only one guy working) and when we finally got them, they were both equally dry/overcooked which was a huge disappointment. We skipped dessert, and waited on our check, which took about another 15 minutes for the server to bring it over. All in all, there is probably a lot of potential considering how wonderfully the meal began, but I don't know if I'd chance it ever again if I was hungry.

Closed kept looking for it no luck. Walked around looking for it. Closed or it's invisibleread more

We lucked out with patio seating at 7pm on a Saturday night. We were in the mood for seafood and…read moreGemelle's looked like a great spot for local mussels. Unfortunately they were already sold out but we got a dozen local oysters, seafood chowder and fillet of hake. Paired with a 12-year Redbreast, a single pot still Irish whiskey. The chowder was packed full of fish including hake and salmon. It's a bit thinner than American chowders but made with local cream and no potatoes. It's a hearty bowl packed with seafood and no fillers. The oysters are Kelly Gigas, and many connoisseurs claim the west coast of Ireland produces the best oysters in the world. It was €36 per dozen and they were indeed excellent. The Fillet of Hake, Grilled and served with sweet potato puree, green vegetables and a coconut ginger, chilli and coriander sauce. This was outstanding. The house made Irish brown bread with softened butter was the best we've had so far.