5 british gastropub rooms worth the trip across Ireland, editor-ranked. All cuisines in Ireland.
The Old Spot ★ 4.4 · Dublin
ranelagh-ballsbridge · 14 Bath Avenue, Dublin 4, D04 Y726
The Old Spot on Bath Avenue in Dublin 4, Brian O'Malley and Stephen Cooney's Loyola Group gastropub serving the southside the city's most consistent Sunday.
Tip: Sunday lunch books two weeks ahead; the bar runs walk-ins on the lighter menu Monday to Saturday from 17:00.
John Keogh's ★ 3.9 · Galway
westend · 22 Dominick Street Lower, Galway, H91 DY93
John Keogh's on Dominick Street Lower is Galway's award-winning gastropub with a carefully kept Guinness and honest Irish dishes from local suppliers.
Tip: A reliable fallback when Westend restaurants are full; the kitchen keeps longer hours than most.
John Keogh's ★ 3.9 · Galway
westend · 22 Dominick Street Lower, Galway, H91 DY93
John Keogh's on Upper Dominick Street is Galway's award-winning gastropub with a carefully kept Guinness and honest Irish dishes from local suppliers.
Tip: The pub fills with locals after 20:00; arrive earlier for a table if you want to eat.
Oslo Bar ★ 3.9 · Galway
salthill · 226 Upper Salthill, Galway, H91 PN56
Oslo in Salthill is the home of Galway Bay Brewery, with the full tap range and rotating craft beers alongside a food menu in a large Galway beer hall.
Tip: The taproom at Oranmore plans to open for guided visits in 2026; check galwaybaybrewery.com for updates.
Massimo ★ 3.7 · Galway
westend · 10 William Street West, Galway, H91 C2X3
Massimo on William Street West has been a Galway Westend fixture since 2001; burgers and pizza from noon pair with cocktails keeping the bar open until 2am.
Tip: The kitchen is more consistent earlier in the evening; the bar stays open until 2am on weekends.