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Caribou

Bar

😠 Disgraceful staff behaviour! We waited almost an hour for our food, when it finally arrived, it was good but cold but said nothing as we were ravenous. The bill arrived and was incorrect with nearly €18 more than what we ordered. The attitude and behaviour of the manager Nikki was horrendous. When a... People often mention staff, good, great, Galway, cocktails, selection, burger, friendly, beers, Caribou,


Address

31, 30 Woodquay, Galway, H91 T6NH, Ireland

Website

www.caribougalway.com

Contact

+353 91 534 854

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (1.1K reviews)

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  • 5/5 Eliza M. D. 1 year ago on Google • 131 reviews
    Wonderful place. Great music, super awesome bar staff, and cocktails...wow! Above that great selection of craft beers and well thatugt menu. It's a must in Galway!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 saoirse c. 5 months ago on Google
    Disgraceful staff behaviour! We waited almost an hour for our food, when it finally arrived, it was good but cold but said nothing as we were ravenous. The bill arrived and was incorrect with nearly €18 more than what we ordered. The attitude and behaviour of the manager Nikki was horrendous. When asked to correct the bill she had a terrible attitude. When she finally arrived to the table, she was rude and short and THREW the receipt across the table. When questioned about her attitude she said she was spoken to rudely all evening. This was a blatant lie as the only interaction we had had with her was when we asked for the bill to be checked and once previously when she asked if we were ok. We were served by two other lovely girls all evening. I have worked in, managed and owned businesses in the service industry for over 20 years and never seen such unprofessional behaviour. Will not be recommending Caribou to my friends or clients. Can't believe what happened to Gillian
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 charmmy k. 3 months ago on Google • 202 reviews New
    Delicious food, great vibes and lovely staff 10/10 recommend.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mary M. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely fantastic experience. Delicious craft beer and excellent recommendations of same. The food was out of this world. The Nashville chicken burger was one of the best burgers I've ever had. The garlic parmesan fries also divine. Service was exceptional. Was able to book a table online which was so handy. 5 stars all round.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nikki D. 1 year ago on Google
    Best burgers we've ever had!😍 very lovely place with tremendous staff and a great choice of craft beers 🍻 We're definitely visiting again when we're back in Galway. Love from the Netherlands
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kevin F. 5 months ago on Google • 91 reviews
    Easily my favorite bar in Ireland. The most incredible selection of taps, phenomenal cocktails and food. The staff are so nice too. Always one my first stops whenever I'm in Galway
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Loyes D. 1 year ago on Google • 78 reviews
    Fantastic food/burgers, friendly staff and clean facilities. Parmesan cheese fries are incredible. Double cheeseburger was exceptional. Great atmosphere/ music playing. Cool wee joint. Different beer from the norm to try. Well well worth a visit
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nicole 1 year ago on Google • 77 reviews
    Amazing place. A great variety of craft beer (and many other unusual drinks). Staff so friendly and helpful, very knowledgable and give great recommendations. You can sample the beer before you buy it. Food here is great too. They mostly have burgers, really great burgers. I ordered the vegan burger and it was the best vegan burger I have had in Galway hands down. My friends ordered chicken burgers which they said were really good too. Loaded fries were excellent too. Can’t recommend Caribou enough, great music and vibes, great food and drink.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Debora F. 1 year ago on Google • 127 reviews
    If you stay in Woodquay hostel it's definitely a place you must go. You get a very good deal: 1 burger of your choice with a pint of lager, this one is for free. Beside that, I actually got a Galway beer (session ipa) and a Nashiville chicken burger. Both of them excellent. My brother got a double cheeseburger with a pint of lager to get the deal. He was very satisfied as well. The vibes are super good, music a bit loud for my ears, but of course it's a pub, what should I expect? Other two plus: staff smiling and gaming board you can get! Super recommended!!

  • 5/5 Janette S. 4 years ago on Google • 8 reviews
    The food is amazing. Really great staff. Really good chill vibes in the bar. The cocktails are to die for and the music is just ideal. Love this place, its definitely my favourite bar in Galway.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Maaike 2 years ago on Google
    A lot of nice craft beers from tap as well as cans! Local and international! Food is also really good and the staff is friendly and helpful.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shuttermaniac P. 11 months ago on Google
    Caribou is a cozy and inviting bar that offers an impressive selection of classic cocktails, including the old-fashioned. The bar has a relaxed and vintage atmosphere that immediately transports you to another era. The old-fashioned cocktails at Caribou are a real treat for anyone who appreciates a well-crafted drink. Made with care and attention to detail, each cocktail is a true masterpiece. The bartenders at Caribou use premium ingredients to create the perfect balance of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. What sets Caribou's old-fashioned cocktails apart from others is the attention to detail and the quality of the ingredients. James take great pride in their craft and ensure that each cocktail is made to perfection. Overall, if you're a fan of classic cocktails and enjoy the finer things in life, then Caribou is the place for you. The old-fashioned cocktails are simply outstanding, and the atmosphere is perfect for a relaxing evening with friends or a romantic night out. I highly recommend Caribou for anyone looking for a top-notch bar experience.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 marie b. 3 years ago on Google
    What a fabulous spot. Loved the food and the divine cocktails. loved the atmosphere of the place and the staff were so helpful. Would definately go back for another visit. 10 out of 10 to this place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michał S. 11 months ago on Google • 86 reviews
    Beautiful inside, service ok, prices acceptable 👍 Meals tasty 🤪 wings perfect but celery was missing 🤷‍♂️ General recommend 💯

  • 5/5 Naoise b. 5 months ago on Google • 14 reviews
    Fantastic food and staff here. It has got to be one of the best burgers and wings in not just Galway, in the whole of Ireland. I have been to many places across the country and none of them comes as good as here.

  • 5/5 Ted T. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing cocktail selection. Try the hive mind. Had the Bacon Jam fries and Korean Chicken both amazing with generous portions.

  • 5/5 Frank F. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice staff, gorgeous stuff. A place you should go, at least once.

  • 5/5 Ryan 2 years ago on Google
    Get the fried chicken burger. Amazing staff and lovely craft beers.

  • 5/5 Cian O. 2 years ago on Google
    Visited Caribou last week with my girlfriend. First off, the staff are super friendly and helpful. They made excellent suggestions on food and cocktails. The food we both ordered was delicious, as were our drinks, and the selection of beers on tap is really good also. The restaurant/bar has a very warm and relaxed atmosphere. Can't say enough good things about this place. Will definitely revisit next time we are in Galway.

  • 5/5 Niamh L. 2 years ago on Google
    The food here is a must if you come to Galway! The nicest burger I've ever had. The staff are sooo friendly. We had family with two young kids and everyone enjoyed it. Really good experience we will definitely be coming back!

  • 5/5 ant “Anto” c. 1 year ago on Google
    Super friendly staff and a brilliant selection of ales and lagers. Tried the lager - it was the nicest pint I've ever had! Went in mainly for vegan food - didn't disappoint. Truffle fries were ridiculously tasty and the burger was really good. Get here early as it fills up pretty quickly!

  • 5/5 luigi R. 1 year ago on Google
    Popped in here for a bite and a beer, and was not disappointed. Double bacon cheese burger was very tasty, and huge selection of fries- try the Hangry Fries!! Staff were super friendly and there was a lovely vibe to the place, it's much bigger than it looks from the outside, will definitely be coming here more often!!

  • 5/5 Stephen W. 2 years ago on Google
    Best selection of beers in Galway. Great staff, atmosphere, customers and food in Galway. My favourite bar in Ireland.

  • 5/5 Hitesh P. 2 years ago on Google
    Superb pub but menu is very limited to appetizers and burgers

  • 5/5 Vik D. 8 months ago on Google
    I always get the same food there. I basically go there for that. They always have a good selection of our beers and the staff is great there!! The staff is accommodating most of the time, they really try to make things work for customers. The place is also very warm and welcoming.

  • 5/5 Nirish W. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice friendly staff and good service....nice place to hang out....

  • 5/5 Ellen M. 2 years ago on Google
    Really nice bar with great atmosphere along with a good selection of food and drinks. Staff are all round lovely. Very welcoming, engaging, funny, friendly and genuinely want to help unlike other obnoxious bars around Galway. Definitely worth a visit.

  • 1/5 jordie j. 5 months ago on Google • 1 review
    My wife's boyfriend type of bar . Craft beers, Nintendo switches and more. Millennials who can't pay rent , because the meme has not been done to death. 0/10 might check out what opens up afterwards.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍


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  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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