Corrib House Tea Rooms is an irish restaurant in Spanish Arch, Galway.
Corrib House in Woodquay Galway is a Georgian townhouse on the River Corrib, serving freshly baked cakes and light plates in a serene riverside setting.
Signature dishes: Buttermilk pancakes, Homemade cakes and scones
Must order: The buttermilk pancakes at weekend brunch; the daily cakes are different each visit
Tip: Garden seating in summer is the best outdoor eating spot in the city; arrive early to claim a table.
Address: 3 Waterside, Woodquay, Galway, H91 T3V2
Oscar's Seafood Bistro in Galway champions under-used Atlantic species; chef Michael O'Meara sources sustainably from local West of Ireland trawlers.
Signature: Sustainable Atlantic seafood, Daily fish specials
Order: The daily catch; ask the staff what arrived that morning and let them suggest the preparation
Tip: Reservations are confirmed directly; booking a few days ahead for Friday or Saturday is advisable.
Bierhaus on Henry Street Galway has held 24 rotating craft-beer taps since 2005; a small food menu with vegetarian options makes it a reliable Westend stop.
Signature: Craft beer selection, Vegetarian plates
Order: Ask the bar team what is freshest on tap; the Irish craft tap selection rotates with the season
Tip: The kitchen keeps sensible hours; a useful spot for a quick bite alongside good craft beer any day of the week.
Lena's Rooftop on Crown Square Galway has panoramic Bay views; weekend brunch and seasonal dinner use the city centre's only elevated outdoor dining terrace.
Signature: Brunch cocktails, Seasonal rooftop menu
Order: The rooftop brunch on a clear day; book the outside terrace table specifically
Tip: The weather matters here; check the forecast before committing to the outdoor terrace.
HYDE on Forster Street Galway runs all-day brunch with bottomless cocktails and bank-holiday disco brunches that made it the city's most-booked weekend event.
Signature: Themed disco brunch, Bottomless cocktail brunch
Order: The themed bottomless brunch on Bank Holidays is the experience; book at least two weeks ahead
Tip: Standard brunch is walk-in friendly on weekday mornings; the weekend service needs a booking.
Cava Bodega on Middle Street Galway has served regional Spanish tapas since 2008, with over 70 small plates using Irish-sourced fish and Atlantic meat.
Signature: Regional Spanish tapas, Pimentos de padron, Seafood tapas
Order: The seafood tapas change with what local boats landed; order broadly and share across the table
Tip: Weeknight evenings offer more breathing room; Friday and Saturday fill up fast.
Il Vicolo in Galway's Bridge Mills has the only riverside terrace in the city, with a nightly-changing Italian menu and an all-Italian wine list.
Signature: Seasonal pasta, Risotto, Italian wine selection
Order: The seasonal pasta or risotto; the terrace table with river views is the room's defining feature
Tip: Request a riverside terrace table when booking; the interior is fine but the terrace is the reason to come.