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This tour leads food enthusiasts around Galway's finest food destinations. Along the way, you will sample fresh sushi, the finest cheese, oysters, mouth-watering bread...
What to order at Oscar's Seafood Bistro
- Must order
- The daily catch; ask the staff what arrived that morning and let them suggest the preparation
- Signature dishes
- Sustainable Atlantic seafood, Daily fish specials
- Editor tip
- Reservations are confirmed directly; booking a few days ahead for Friday or Saturday is advisable.
CuisineSeafood
Price€€€
Neighborhoodwestend
HoursMon-Thu 17:30-21:30, Fri-Sat 17:30-22:00
Phone+35391582180
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Signature dishes: Sustainable Atlantic seafood, Daily fish specials
Must 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.
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