1
The Kings Head
Restaurant
Relaxed spot hung with chic modern art, serving locally-sourced dishes with a global twist.
$$ $$
4.40 (3.9K reviews)
2
McDonagh's
Fish & chips restaurant
Traditional, family-run chippy, cosy maritime-themed dining room & a deli, trading since 1902.
$ $$$
4.30 (3.8K reviews)
3
An Púcán
Gastropub
Traditional pub featuring all-day dining & hefty meals, plus a large whiskey list & sports on TV.
$$ $$
4.50 (3.6K reviews)
4
The Skeff Bar
Bar & grill
👍👍 The whiskey bar was amazing, we came for one whiskey and stayed for 10 because of Rory the barkeeper! Rory could tell us a story about each whiskey we tried. The music was of high quality. The drinks were amazing. Unfortunately the food was the worst of our trip, so avoid that at all cost! The nacho...
$$ $$
4.30 (3.5K reviews)
6
The Front Door Pub
Pub
Laid-back, long-standing watering hole with 5 bars across 2 floors and cosy nook-and-cranny seating.
$$ $$
4.50 (3.1K reviews)
7
Monroe's Tavern
Gastropub
😠 Almost beyond belief.... we had an absolutely shocking experience with Monroes on Saturday night. We reserved an area for 20 odd people for my sister's hen on Saturday night but were advised on Monday last that the area would be an outdoor and not an indoor area. On Saturday, we asked in advance i...
$$ $$
4.50 (2.6K reviews)
8
The Huntsman Inn
Hotel
Posh hotel featuring warm rooms & a modern Irish restaurant, plus a lively sports bar.
4.40 (2.4K reviews)
9
McSwiggans Steak + Seafood Restaurant
Irish restaurant
😐 Disappointed to be honest, I've heard good things and It was just an ok dinner. The service was good but we felt the food quality wasn't really worth the prices. All my friends said they'd had cheaper and better food in Galway. I will go again as I've heard good things and so it may have just been...
$$ $$
4.40 (2.4K reviews)
11
The Dáil Bar
Gastropub
Cocktails and craic in a vibrant bar with live bands, DJs and late serving until 2am at weekends.
$$ $$
4.50 (2.3K reviews)
12
O'Connell's Bar
Bar
👍👍 Get the white hag. It's an IPA specially brewed for this pub. One of the best ones I tasted in Ireland. Fries place in the back is amazing as well, especially the peanut butter satay sauce.
$$ $$
4.70 (2.1K reviews)
13
O'Connor's Famous Pub
Pub
Cosy bar, opened in 1942, with bric-a-brac on the walls and ceiling, outdoor seating and live music.
$$ $$
4.70 (2.1K reviews)
14
Salthill Hotel
Hotel
Contemporary rooms in an upscale hotel with dining & ocean views, plus an indoor pool & a hot tub.
4.20 (2K reviews)
15
Tigh Chóilí
Irish pub
👍👍 We stopped for a pint and stayed for a couple because the music and atmosphere were great. After dinner we stopped again for another pint and more music. It’s the best place in Galway for traditional Irish music (at least today!)
$$ $$
4.70 (2K reviews)
16
Park House Hotel
Hotel
Elegant rooms & suites in a traditional hotel with an upscale restaurant and a carved-oak bar.
4.60 (2K reviews)
17
Flannery's Hotel Galway
Hotel
Casual hotel with simple rooms, classic dining, and a relaxed bistro with a lunchtime carvery.
$93/night
4.20 (2K reviews)
18
Róisín Dubh
Live music venue
Bar and club with two separate stages showcasing local and international live music and comedy acts.
4.40 (1.9K reviews)
19
Taaffes Bar
Pub
👍👍 A wonderful Irish Pub! One of my favorites and probably the best for live music in Galway. Prices are reasonable and the pours are proper. The waitstaff is attentive and friendly. I pine for a quick return.
$$ $$
4.50 (1.9K reviews)
20
Tigh Neachtain
Pub
Cosy, all-wood pub with food from a stylish restaurant upstairs, open fireplaces and live music.
$$ $$
4.60 (1.9K reviews)