What to order at Oslo Bar

Must order
A core Galway Bay Brewery beer from tap; the food menu is reliable pub fare done without pretension
Signature dishes
Craft beer selection, Pub food plates
Editor tip
The taproom at Oranmore plans to open for guided visits in 2026; check galwaybaybrewery.com for updates.
CuisineBritish gastropub
Price€€
Neighborhoodsalthill
HoursSun-Thu 12:00-00:00, Fri-Sat 12:00-01:00
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Signature dishes: Craft beer selection, Pub food plates

Must order: A core Galway Bay Brewery beer from tap; the food menu is reliable pub fare done without pretension

Tip: The taproom at Oranmore plans to open for guided visits in 2026; check galwaybaybrewery.com for updates.

Location

Address: 226 Upper Salthill, Galway, H91 PN56

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Gourmet Food Parlour Salthill Galway is a busy all-day venue on the promenade, running breakfast through dinner with consistently sourced Irish produce.

Signature: Full Irish breakfast, Weekend brunch

Order: The weekend brunch menu is the kitchen's best expression; the full Irish breakfast year-round

Tip: Multiple Galway locations exist; the Salthill branch has the best natural light and proximity to the sea.

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Order: The Rich Har Mee at three flames is the defining bowl; the yaki soba is a crowd-pleaser

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Signature: Buttermilk pancakes, Homemade cakes and scones

Order: The buttermilk pancakes at weekend brunch; the daily cakes are different each visit

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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

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