Terrific market. This is the place to get your top notch Irish chocolate to take with you as a…read moresouvenir. They carry Bean & Goose, Gra, Skelligs, Lorge, Áines and much more. Friendly folks as well.

Awesome little grocery steps from Eyre Square…read more Perfect for some snacks or elevated snacks and liquor.

We stumbled into the Connemara Greenway Café & Restaurant purely by chance, and wow... what a gem…read more Our group of four adults absolutely loved every bite. We had two spicy beef casseroles that were packed with flavor, along with two sandwich-and-salad combos that hit the spot perfectly. I grabbed a cup of the ginger carrot soup, and it was fantastic. Do yourself a favor and save room for dessert -- the cinnamon apple piece is an absolute must-try. And honestly, the lattes and coffees alone are worth pulling over for. If you're in the area, please give this family-run place a visit. You won't be disappointed. It's such a treat when you unexpectedly discover a treasure like this one.

Our last meal in Ireland turned out to be one of the best. I ordered the grilled fish of the day,…read morewhile my husband ordered the pickled herring(?) salad. The fish was cooked perfectly and tasted so fresh. Loved the side of root veggies. This restaurant is owned by a husband and wife-- wife does all the cooking! The host (husband of chef) was extremely friendly and interesting to talk to-- I am so glad we stumbled upon this restaurant on our last night in Ireland. I'd certainly recommend eating here if you have the chance to explore outside of Galway.

Just an impromptu stop during our trip up to Galway for a cup of coffee to shake off the sleepies…read more This darling little restaurant is tucked into the hillside & so pretty from the outside (& inside!!). Our coffee run turned into coffee & a slice a cake...with a dollop of fresh cream (we couldn't resist, the cake stands at the register are enticing!!!). We ended up eating our delicious coffee cake inside while chatting with the lovely lady there. Some of my favorite stops during our Ireland trip have been ones like these: unplanned & perfect.

I'm in Galway for the Saturday street market some of which runs along the street in front of…read moreSheridans. And I was hungry. You know how you're not supposed to shop when you're hungry. Oops. So I waited in the (fast moving) queue inside Sherdans, looking over the crackers, cured meats, sauces, jams and the other treats before I was helped by a very pleasant young woman behind the counter. I provided my wants - a firm or hard cheese not from cow milk - and she instantly knew what was available. A sample of the first one and a sample of the second one, and I took a small wedge of each. Reasonably priced and wrapped properly. They lasted in the bag for about an hour or so until I shared them with my friend for a picnic in Eyre Square. [Review 1936 of 2024 - 118 in Republic of Ireland - 22958 overall]

Simply amazing. If you're a fan of cheese and charcuterie, welcome to your wonder land. The staff…read moreare very knowledgeable and friendly. Tons and tons of Irish and local cheeses, along with meats, sweets, crackers, olives, all that you need for the perfect picnic. It's so well done inside, fitting so many foods in a rather small shop. Pure joy and Irish cheese!

The Bottom Line: A very cute, out of the way tea and garden room with unique dishes and a home-y…read moreatmosphere. I'd love to recommend what you should try, but it is all based on seasonality and availability. Regardless, you'll enjoy their fresh, creative dishes. I highly recommend it.

Absolutely wonderful pretty and charming Tea Rooms in the village of Ballyvaughan, Co Clare, just…read moreopposite the main pier on the road to Fanore - in fact just before you come to the famous Monk's Pub. What a beautiful setting, looking out on Galway Bay, but you can also eat at the back of the restaurant which overflows into a conservatory style eating area looking out on a gorgeous cottage style garden, packed with herbs, flowers and plants of all descriptions. The food is absolutely delicious, from the array of open sandwiches to the huge selection of mouth-watering cakes, scones and cheesecakes on display - all freshly made and so hard to resist - biggest difficulty is trying to decide which slice of cake to choose. The crockery is all old style and mostly Victorian vintage which adds to the charm of the place. Downside is it can be very busy if you arrive midday/lunchtime and we had to wait about 20 minutes for a table, plus I feel it is a little bit pricey but the quality of the food is probably worth it.

I'm not sure if I can say enough nice things about this place. Any review will fall short in how…read moremuch we loved this place. We stayed here for 4 nights and loved every moment. The kindest people, nicest rooms, and seriously.... The best breakfast I've ever had in my life. This b and b and restaurant will forever live in my heart.

stayed 3 nights at the barracks inn! ate here every morning with no hesitation among my group. Do…read moreyourself a favor and do not underestimate the bagel. I love bagel sandwiches. This bagel beat out every other i've had, new york included. The mini fry was also awesome. loved th white pudding and hash and bacon and all of it! not pictured but the waffles are real good too! not as jawdropping but a good belgian waffle nonetheless. But go with the bagel or the fry. It'll change you. Every morning i drank a whole tea and it was always incredible. Strongly recommend this place to any and every traveler. Great atmosphere, music selection, kind staff, and wonderful rooms if you're staying overnight. :)

Two lattes, pear and almond tart, and a cinnamon crumble cookie for me and my ladyfriend…read more Everything was great. Sat outside. Service was friendly and quick.

Coffee was amazing and the baristas were even sweeter…read more There was a very long line when I arrived so it took about 30 minutes before I received my coffee. However, I loved looking at the postcards and pictures on the first floor as well as the extra seating and gallery on the other two floors. The barista explained the notes of my coffee which was wonderful and educational.

My family and I were spending time at the beach when we met the friendliest locals with their dogs…read more We mentioned we were looking for a quick lunch break to grab something small and sit down for a bit of a break when they quickly recommended Ground & Co. So glad we took the advice because this place was great! Quick and easy lunch options to refuel, delicious sweet treats and excellent coffee! It's clean and comfortable on the inside with big windows providing great views of the bay. Friendly service and helpful staff was an added bonus! Parking is plentiful nearby and bathrooms were clean! They also have kids menus available for breakfast and lunch!

Great place to take a break for a coffee and pastry when exploring Salt Hill. There is plenty of…read moreseating inside and outside for groups and kids. The iced latte is solid and there is a wide selection of pastries to choose from. However, the best part is the views of the water while you sip your coffee