Papa Rich is an asian street food restaurant in Latin Quarter, Galway.
Papa Rich brings Malaysian street food to Galway with no dish over ten euros; the yaki soba, har mee broth and wok plates come on a four-flame heat scale.
Signature dishes: Yaki Soba, Rich Har Mee, Malaysian dishes
Must order: The Rich Har Mee at three flames is the defining bowl; the yaki soba is a crowd-pleaser
Tip: Probably Galway's best-value full meal; bring cash for slightly faster service.
Address: 3 Cross Street Lower, Galway, H91 T6T4
High Cafe above the Latin Quarter on High Street is Galway's Moroccan address; tagines, mezze platters and sweet mint tea make it the city's most.
Signature: Moroccan tagine, Mezze platters
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.
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.
High Cafe above the Latin Quarter on High Street is Galway's Moroccan address; tagines, mezze platters and sweet mint tea make it the city's most.
Signature: Moroccan tagine, Mezze platters
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.
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: Buttermilk pancakes, Homemade cakes and scones
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.
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.
