Best Nightlife in Loughrea

"More than just a hotel dining room, the formal and fashionable AA Rosette Award-Winning Restaurant Gigi's is one of the top places to dine in Galway. Despite Gigi's unique and cool location, in the stunning g Hotel. it's the quality of food that comes from the kitchen, that really captures guests’...See More"

"Milliner Philip Treacy, a native of Galway, turns hotel designer at the G, a five-star property with 101 rooms and suites on the edge of the city. The location, at the front of a retail park, is unusual, and the décor not to everyone’s taste, but many guests are won over by the food and comfortable rooms."

"If you’re the kind of person to abide by the motto “go big or go home,” this bar will probably suit you just fine. The Front Door Pub, often called just “Sonny’s” (named for Sonny Molloy, a local choir singer who once owned the building), is a huge Galway pub with a dual-street entrance (accessible both from High Street and Cross Street). Like many pubs in Ireland, it’s an older building, but modern renovations have expanded it, and it now encompasses five bars across two floors (yes, you read that right!)."

"Galway is a haven for some high-quality pub grub, and The Front Door is up there with the best. The super crispy fish and chips, the mouth-watering steaks, the sublimely sticky BBQ ribs- are all highly recommended. There is always an electric atmosphere in this place."

"Brasserie on the Corner is known for their seafood but they also do really tasty sandwiches for under a tenner if you’re looking for a cheap lunch. In fact, they have lots of yummy dishes for under €10, check out their lunch menu, it has a really interesting selection of starters, open sandwiches and cheese boards here if you want something that feels upmarket but is inexpensive. Book yourself a table at Brasserie on the Corner here."

"While pancakes aren’t a usual item on Brasserie’s menu, for one day only you can much munch down on as many as you like. Brassiere on The Corner’s Pancake Party is taking place this Pancake Tuesday from 10am-12pm. The event is in aid of Galway Sick Kids Foundation, so as well as enjoying the sugar rush, you’re also contributing to a good cause."

"Corner of Eglington & Mary Street | Galway, Galway, IrelandWaitstaff, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Reservations, SeatingIrish, European, Pub, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free OptionsLunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night+353 91 530 333"

"Galway’s artsy crowd always seems to make its way straight to Tigh Neachtain. The wood-lined pub is built inside the former home of Irish animal right’s activist Richard Martin and attracts free spirits of all types. The pub is well known to support local musicians and artists and serves its own brand of creativity in the form of home-brewed beer (though it also has Irish favorites and craft beer on tap, as well)."

"We’ve said it once and we’ll say it a thousand times, there’s no better place to do some quality people watching than outside Tigh Neachtain. Whether you go for chowder and a pint of plain or a cheese board and glass of red, their menu is packed with tempting dishes to keep you warm. 17 Cross Street, The Latin Quarter // MORE HERE"

"This pub was first opened in 1894 and has been most well-known for hosting a wide variety of musicians including Brian Lennon and Sharon Shannon. This is one of the best pubs in Galway for music as it offers some of the best live music in the city. It’s a budget-friendly pub that is homey and comfortable inside."

"O’Connell’s Bar is situated on the east of Eyre Square and is known for its quirky and unique features and for being home to one of the best beer gardens in all of Galway City. The outside beer garden is decorated to resemble an old-style street and is complete with cobblestones and shop and pub fronts which line the walls. This design makes this particular beer garden very unique and one well worth visiting."

"O’Connell’s has one of the best locations in Galway – set right in the heart of the city on Eyre Square. Inside the large pub is decorated to look like an old-timey general store with vintage packages of food on the wall. However, the pub is most popular on warm days when crowds flock to the enormous beer garden."

"Right on Eyre Sq, this traditional, garrulous pub has a great, huge heated beer garden, which is home to two outdoor bars and regular music events. Original floor tiles, stained-glass windows and a pressed-tin..."

"Menlo Park Hotel is found in a private property, conveniently within walking distance from Downtown Galway, and even nearer to Galway Shopping Center. It is one of the top choices for tourists who like shopping, sightseeing, and city walks. Once done with a full day of exploration, come home to your air-conditioned and WiFi-ready room in this four-star hotel that also has on-site dining with special diet menus waiting for you."

"Located in its own private grounds, this 4-star hotel offers spacious, elegant rooms. It is only 20 minutes’ walk from Galway’s centre and 5 minutes' walk from the nearest shopping centre. The property is within easy access from main roads, and free parking and free WiFi are available."

"Found in the trendy area known as Galway’s West End, Bierhaus is where youthful owners Jack Considine and Conor Lynam keep the city’s largest beer selection – with more than 60 options available. Opened in 2005 to satisfy Galwegians’ cravings for craft and speciality beers, this modern haunt also serves a crowd-pleasing cocktail menu, has its own restaurant and hosts the Entrepans sandwich stall, whose pork banh-mi has been described as the best sandwich in Galway."

"There is something undeniably charming about Galway’s traditional Irish pubs but Bierhaus offers a welcome modern addition to the city’s bar scene. Found in Galway’s West End, the craft beer and cocktail bar offers a departure from the usual pints of Guinness being served at the other pubs around the city. The bar has 24 taps with a rotation of Irish and international craft beers, as well as an impressive selection of local gins."

"In central Galway, the Park House Hotel blends the warmth and personality of a boutique hotel with 4-star luxury. It offers an award-winning restaurant and air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi. Rooms are decorated in warm colours, natural wood furnishings and luxurious fabrics."

"This traditional hotel located in the heart of the city centre is a great place to use as your base when staying in Galway City as it’s only minutes from the train station, a proper Irish bar, and has luxurious rooms. Prices: Average €150 per night. CHECK AVAILABILITY NOW"

"Halo Nightclub is Galway’s award winning Club for the discerning over 23 audiences. With over ten years in business as a premium nightlife destination you will not find a better VIP experience in Galway. Comfortable, elegant, spacious and spread over two floors, Halo offers a beautiful setting for an unrivaled nightlife experience."

"Halo nightclub is the perfect place to let loose and dance the night away and is very popular for all types of parties such as birthdays, work do’s and hen parties. Address: 36 Abbeygate Street Upper, Galway, Ireland"

"To escape the hustle and bustle of Galway City, travel 7km west, past Salthill, and you will uncover a quiet woodland that is perfect for a lovely stroll. Accessible from Cappagh Park (see below) or the Barna Road (Coastal Road – R336). Just note there are no facilities or amenities in these woods."

"If you need a break away from everything, the calm surroundings of Barna Woods is the perfect spot. You can listen to the wind in the trees and observe the spectacular flora that adds colour to this beautiful and natural area. Website: www.galwaybarnawoods.com"

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"A post shared by Rebecca Pardess (@heybeccahey) on Dec 19, 2017 at 9:26am PST. Pies may not usually be associated with a romantic meal, but they are certainly comfort foods which will help to get you and your date more relaxed.The Pie Maker creates hearty, handmade pies which are accompanied by large portions of mashed potatoes, mushy peas, and gravy. The Slow Braised Beef and 8 Degree Stout Pie is sure to get that warm feeling going in both you and your partner."

"The Pie Maker is known for its popular handmade sweet and savoury pies. All pies are made with Irish meats, organic vegetables and organic spelt flour. With the cosy atmosphere, you’ll fall in love with their products – how can you not smile while eating the best pie you’ll ever have?"

"As the name suggests, the only food on the menu is in the form of handmade pies – both sweet and savory. High-quality Irish meats, organic veg, and pies made from organic spelt flour. Ohhh, my mouth is watering."

"Firstly, make sure you have your pronunciation correct: “Dawl” Bar, also the name of Ireland’s parliament. After opening its doors in 2008, this pub has already become beloved venue amongst Galwegians. The pub dominates the corner of Cross St and Middle St with a beautiful public clock located above the main entrance."

"Start with the chili calamari rings or goat cheese spring rolls before moving onto the main event: the grill. You can get roast chicken or grilled strip steak—but the burgers are really some of the best in Galway. Can't decide what to get?"

"Tucked away behind Spanish Arch, this quirky spot serves many key brunch dishes with a twist. Ard Bia at Nimmos’ buttermilk pancakes come with mascarpone, which is certainly not your typical topping."

"Imagine a clear view overlooking the Corrib while you sit back and enjoy a home baked treat with something yummy to drink. Sounds like heaven, right?. Ard Bia will answer your prayers!"

"An iconic piece of Galway’s history, the Claddagh ring features two hearts and a crown and can symbolise romantic availability or otherwise, depending on the direction that the crown points. Some firms that make the city’s ring date back to the 18th century. It’s associated with the Joyce Tribe and has spread far and wide in recent years, but several Galway shops (the museum, naturally, is also one) have cornered a local market steeped in tradition."

"A symbol of Irish heritage, the famous Claddagh ring actually originated in Galway. In the nearby neighbourhood going by the same name, which was once a fishing village. At the Claddagh museum and workshop you’ll discover the legend of ring and may even see some being made."