Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Spiddal

"A longstanding Galway restaurant that's been highly rated for years - this is an all-day spot that serves up super breakfasts and brunches, before switching to a seasonally focused a la carte for lunch and dinner."

"Temple Cafe is another little place that knows how to engage consumers of all tastes, vegan, vegetarian or otherwise. They view the human body as a temple and certainly their food is worthy of such a title, with everything and anything on offer, from a full Irish fry, to wholesome vegan desserts. Mostly a breakfast/lunch kind of place, they know their market and they do it right, even supporting the local community and beyond by using local, organic and fair-trade products."

"Hailed as one of Galway’s best cafes, Temple Cafe emphasises charity and community with their business model. A chunk of the profit made by this business is donated to charitable initiatives that are as wide-ranging as the menu, which many locals insists boasts the best breakfast Galway has to offer!. Highlights at Temple Cafe include the vegan breakfast option as well as the veggie breakfast, which features local eggs."

"Set on helping people see the value in what they eat and drink, they choose fresh, local, organic produce wherever possible. Right by Charlie Byrne’s Bookshop, stop in to Temple Café and bury your nose in your latest purchase. Described as a ‘social business’, part of the café’s profits give back to local charities."

"Take a trip back in time as you enter through the doors of the Corrib House Tea Rooms, a beautifully restored Georgian Townhouse overlooking the Salmon Weir. Every Saturday from 9.30am-4pm and Sundays from 10.30am-3pm, their weekend brunch menu comes into full effect and it contains some serious highlights. Granola and waffles, scrambled eggs and smashed avocados appear alongside traditional fries and there are even brunch specials to be found on their in-house boards."

"Another hidden gem located in the in the Waterside area of the city, overlooking the Corrib, is this quaint little place that has again the most fab breakfasts, weekend brunch, lunch, cakes and coffees that are home baked in house. I recommend the scones and a lovely pot of tea. Brunch is such a treat and a lovely way to meet up with fellow students at the weekend."

"I reckon Corrib House has some of the most glorious pancakes in all of Galway. I've raved about them to almost everyone I know, they're that good. What makes them so special?"

"Builín Blasta is a friendly kind of place, offering a truly Irish Céad Míle Fáilte to everyone who wanders through their doors. They offer award-winning vegan options such as their lentil spaghetti bolognese with cashew “parmesan” and their super tasty vegan sandwich with chermoula, roasted mushroom, tomato and caramelised onion on homemade sourdough rye bread. If you’re looking for a sweet fix, treat yourself to one of their delicious vegan desserts and a warm cuppa."

"If you like your outdoor dining to have those scenic seaside vibes, take a trip out to Spiddal and treat yourself to something tasty from Builín Blasta. They have an amazing range of baked treats, whether you prefer sweet (like a mango cheesecake!) or savoury (like a black pudding and blue cheese jambon!!). Loads of outdoor seating, doggy-friendly, wheelchair accessible and with a cute craft village next door to browse around."

"Baristas brew up fairtrade coffee in this sleek dark-wood-floored cafe in a historic stone building. There are other branches scattered throughout Galway city."

"This Westend café’s always got top-notch coffee, homemade pastries and healthy sambos on the go, and this Pancake Tuesday will see them add some sweet and savoury deliciousness to their offering. How does lemon ricotta with berries sound?. Or perhaps some buckwheat pancakes with baked ham, Wicklow brie and sundried tomatoes might be more to your taste?"

"Creative hub Urban Grind whips up fantastic breakfasts (cinnamon porridge; organic ciabatta with grilled chorizo and poached egg) and lunches (black- and white-bean tortilla with avocado and lime mayo; glazed... Top ChoiceTapas in Galway City"

"This intimate Italian restaurant provides one of the city’s most idyllic outdoor seating spaces. Take a seat by the waterside and watch the River Corrib flow as you enjoy the rustic flavours and authentic Italian wine of Il Vicolo’s magnificent menu. Bridge Mills, O’Brien’s Bridge // MORE HERE"

"Dún Aonghasa on Inis MorInis Mor The easiest way to get to Inis Mor is by taking a ferry from Ros a' Mhíl/Rossaveal, which is located about 50 minutes from Galway. You can either drive yourself to Rossaveal, or take advantage of the shuttle bus that leaves from central Galway about 1.5 hours before sailing in the morning."

"Almost hanging over a 100-metre cliff edge on Inishmore, one of the Aran Islands, Dún Aonghasa is thought to be at least 2000 years old. It consists of four concentric circles, their walls sometimes as much as 4 metres thick. Yet for all its obvious defensive might, the fort is thought to have been largely ceremonial."

"The longest stalactite in the northern hemisphere, measuring 7.3m, is the draw of the Doolin Cave, 3.5km north of Roadford. Tour times vary seasonally, but are usually on the hour. Glacial clay from deep within the cave is used by on-site potter Caireann Browne, who sells her works here. The property also has a 1km-long farmland trail featuring rare animal breeds, and a cafe."

"Baristas brew up fairtrade coffee in this sleek dark-wood-floored cafe in a historic stone building. There are other branches scattered throughout Galway city."

"For ethical comfort food and a selection of goods from artisan producers, you’re going to want to check out Vegano Delicatessen’s hot food counter. Filled with a whole lot of grain meats, dressings and cheeses, they put together a tasty array of vegan pastries and sandwiches fresh each day. They’ve got shelves filled with all kinds of vegan sweet treats like jellies and chocolate and since it’s Galway’s first vegan deli, we’ve gotta support it!"