Top Best Seafood Restaurants in Galway

"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."

"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"

"Squid stuffed with black pudding at Oscar's Seafood Bistro, Galway|© Michael O’Meara. Oscar’s has long been a favourite of those who truly love seafood. The inventive creations of Head Chef Michael O’Meara – a bona fide connoisseur of all things edible that come from the ocean – have earned this restaurant a place in the Bridgestone Guide Top 100 Restaurants in Ireland list no less than six times."

"Located on Dominick Street in the West End of the city where there are numerous pubs and restaurants. This area for me has so much character and only a short walk away from the Spanish Arch and Claddagh two of my favorite places in Galway. Oscars embraces the locally sourced seafood and brings it to another level incorporating sea vegetables and literally brings a taste of the sea to every dish."

"The menu changes daily at this outstanding seafood restaurant but it might include monkfish poached in saffron and white wine and served with cockles, seaweed-steamed Galway Bay lobster with garlic-lemon butter,... Fish & Chips in Galway City"

"A distinctive black and white three-storey building in downtown Salthill, just a stone’s throw from the Atlantic Ocean, Joanna Paszkiewicz and Chef Leon Mellsop's Black Cat has been a casual dining destination of choice for discerning Galwegians ..."

"Popular Spanish-style tapas restaurant serving dishes made from local ingredients. It could make for a cute, quirky first date. This tapas restaurant in Salthill is the perfect place for a romantic date."

"Another place in Galway that is named after one of the 14 tribes. Kirwan’s Lane in the Latin Quarter of the Galway City is a medieval lane with some fabulous examples of 16th and 17th century architecture. There’s cute craft shops, stylish cafes, great restaurants and of course some good old classic Irish pubs."

"According to them: “The first of its kind in the city, The Seafood Bar @ Kirwans offers a full seafood menu offering delights such as Prawn Cocktail, Seared Carna Bay Scallops and Kirwan’s Fish and Chips”. Visit their Facebook page for more info: The Seafood Bar @ Kirwan’s"

"In the heart of medieval Galway, The Seafood Bar at Kirwan's specialises in seafood as well as the essential companion red or white wine."

"This quaint, inviting restaurant is perfect for a night of wine, music and conversation over some seriously delicious French food. Swing jazz, classical guitar and piano can heard of a night throughout the week which just adds to the warm, buzzing atmosphere. The small menu means everything on it is cooked to perfection, from the striploin steak with blue cheese sauce (highly recommended) to the half-lobster, cooked fresh with garlic butter."

"Dominick Street has become quite the foodie spot in Galway, and it’s no wonder when you have such great choices, with French restaurant Rouge among its line up. Diners can enjoy fine cuisine that tastes great, is full of character, and bursting with beaucoup de bon vin."

"Hidden away off the beaten track, Pádraicíns offers outstanding views of Furbo Beach, sensational seafood dishes and a relaxed maritime theme. Kick off your dining experience with Pádraicíns selection of sea food platters. It's a seafood bonanza!"

"According to them: “A true hidden gem on Ireland’s romantic west coast, O’Grady’s on the Pier in Barna is uniquely situated on the shores of Galway Bay. Located right down on the Pier in Barna Village, O’Grady’s offers a stunning, relaxed location in which to enjoy the freshest, locally sourced and well prepared seafood and meat dish.”. Visit their Facebook page for more info: O’Gradys on the Pier"

"The drive to the seaside area of Barna is well worth the trip to enjoy fresh seafood at O’Grady’s on the Pier. The country-style dining has a warm, rustic charm, while the terrace offers some of the best views of Galway Bay. Start with the local Castletownbere Bay crab claws or fresh steamed mussels with chorizo, paprika, and leeks."

"This super fish restaurant was the first place chef Aidan McGee (now Head Chef at Corrigan's Mayfair) worked. The biggest selling point is its glorious views over Galway Bay - but the seafood-heavy menu is also full of delights. More about O’Gradys on the Pier"

"Now open in the heart of Galway's Latin Quarter, the new seafood restaurant -  The Galway Oyster House is supporting local fishermen by serving up their sustainable, fresh farmed fish and Dooncastle Oysters. Delivered fresh each morning, each visit offers a new range of dishes to enjoy. If you're passing by Quay St. be sure to drop in to say hello and try some of their exquisite seafoods."

"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"

"Elegant, stylish and refined, Hyde is known to many as an extremely classy destination for top-notch drinks but their brunch offerings are the height of sophistications. With light bites and sweet offerings, salads and mains making up the menu, you’re sure to find something that will tingle your taste buds. Served until 5pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday, a fine selection featuring the likes of brioche French toast, wild mushroom bruschetta and super salads await you."

"Hyde is a dream for the eyes as well as the stomach, the food is divine, and there’s a gorgeous bar to sit at while you wait. Hyde ensures a memorable first date venue; on Saturday, prime date night, they have a live DJ and a professional photographer for their social media coming around taking pictures on Saturdays only. If things work out, you could have a professional-quality photo of your first date to show your grandchildren."

"Property Location With a stay at Nox Hotel in Terryland, you'll be convenient to Galway City Karting and South Park. This hotel is within close proximity of Galway Shopping Center and Galway Greyhound Stadium. Rooms Stay in one of 102 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions."

"A step away from the more traditional style of Irish pub this eclectic venue boasts one of the most comprehensive spirit collections in Galway. Drop in for a few lively whiskies while enjoying the live music on offer. If you don’t fancy that, you can always drop in to the Penney Bar at the back of the venue where you’ll find big comfortable seats and a warm and welcoming atmosphere."

"The bar 1520 will be serving up the tasty goods to satisfy your pancake needs!. All proceeds made from pancakes will be going to ACT for Meningitis, with pancakes being served from 10:30am-2pm. Join us for our charity Pancake Tuesday event in 1520 Bar tomorrow in aid of Act for Meningitis from 10:30am pic.twitter.com/ulw4TsEbAU"

"Located in the heart of the Latin Quarter is one of Galway’s hot spots for tourists and visitors alike. It’s got everything: live music, two bars and great food!. The 1520 is eclectic and different, with a touch of traditional Irish pub and a dash of everything else!"

"Monkey Business is Galway’s best indoor adventure centre for kids. Your little ones are guaranteed to have a fun-filled day exploring 3 stories of climbing frames, slides, ball ponds, bouncy castles and much more. There’s also a popular toddlers section available and it caters for kids parties, tour groups and school tours."

"Indoor Adventure Centre for Kids - 3 stories of climbing frames, slides, ball ponds, bouncy castles and dedicated toddlers section. They cater for kids birthday parties, communions, confirmations, tour groups and school tours. Full coffee shop available."

"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."

"The Claddagh ring has become iconic the world over thanks to the spread of the Irish across the globe. Delve into the history and lore of this iconic ring at the Legend of the Claddagh Ring museum and visitor centre, where you can learn where the ring first came from and what it has come to represent."

"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."