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What to order at High Cafe
- Must order
- The tagine of the day with flatbread; the mezze platter as a starter for two
- Signature dishes
- Moroccan tagine, Mezze platters
- Editor tip
- The kitchen can move slowly; allow time if you have somewhere to be after eating.
CuisineMoroccan
Price€
Neighborhoodlatin-quarter
HoursMon-Thu 16:00-22:30, Fri 15:00-22:30, Sat 13:00-22:30, Sun 12:00-21:00
Phone+353 91 532 648
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Signature dishes: Moroccan tagine, Mezze platters
Must order: The tagine of the day with flatbread; the mezze platter as a starter for two
Tip: The kitchen can move slowly; allow time if you have somewhere to be after eating.
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Address: 2 High Street, Galway
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