Restaurants near Nuig

43 restaurants available nearby

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1. Sophie's @ The Dean Galway

4.3

Price: Moderate

• European • Galway City Centre

Booked 21 times today

Rooftop Dining in Galway City Centre Soak in the views whilst you dine at Sophie’s rooftop restaurant, complete with amazing panoramic views of Galway City, whatever the weather. Blazing sun, howling gales, she’s just beautiful. And fun. And friendly. And tasty.Our chefs pack every mouthful with international and Irish flavours. We’ve also got a range of cocktails so good you’ll wanna work your way through the entire menu.We serve breakfast and dinner 7 days a week. We do lunch on weekdays and brunch at the weekend.If you haven't found your desired time please get in touch with us at bookgalway@sophies.ie

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2. Elephant & Castle - Galway

4.0

Excellent(247)

Price: Moderate

• American • Galway City Centre

Booked 7 times today

The West of Irelands first Elephant and Castle is finally here! Located less than a minute walk from Galway’s City Centre, Eyre Square, you can find the restaurant on the ground floor of the newly built Dean.A beautiful large island bar is the centrepiece of this space, with specially commissioned hand-crafted stitched leather panels. It is a local gathering place for family and friends.With an innovative menu that brings together old world flavours and contemporary international cuisines. Every plate is packed with fresh, honest, tasty food, created with the very best Irish produce. From the fluffy omelettes, Caesar salads and juicy burgers and world famous Chicken WingsWe focus on friendly, laid-back service; tasty as ever food and a relaxed atmosphere - everything Elephant & Castle lovers have come to expect we’re bringing to the Dean Galway.

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3. Gourmet Food Parlour - Salthill

4.1

Excellent(507)

Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Salthill

Booked 29 times today

The first Gourmet Food Parlour outside of Dublin, sitting just west of Galway city in the bustling townland of Salthill overlooking Galway Bay. Serving up a range of delicious dishes for breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, as well as a range of wines and cocktails to top off your visit!*A discretionary service charge of 10% will be added to the bill for parties of 8 or more. 100% of tips go to our staff.

4. Kirby's

4.6

Exceptional(184)

Price: Moderate

• European • Galway City Centre

Booked 2 times today

Kirby's offer a relaxed dining experience in modern surrounds. Savour the best of local produce cooked with a modern twist. An extensive wine list is available with and emphasis on New World wines. Assured of a warm and friendly welcome and value for money, Kirby's is the ideal venue for a night out with friends or when celebrating that special occasion. Indoor & outdoor seating is available ( subject to the Irish weather )Our booking platform accepts reservations up to 6 people, should you wish to make a booking for more people please email us with your enquiry on events@buskerbrownes.com .Come to eat , Stay to party!

5. MacNeill's Bar

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3.7

Very Good(25)

Price: Moderate

• Irish • Galway City Centre

Booked 1 time today

A classic and timeless Gastropub offering delicious food, a selection of whiskeys, quality wines, select craft beers, bespoke cocktails and great service in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Come on in for lunch, dinner, small plates or book your celebrations with us.

6. Queen Street

3.7

Very Good(122)

Price: Moderate

• International • Galway City Centre

Booked 1 time today

LUNCH MENU 12-4pm, DINNER MENU 4-8.30pmQueen Street, Galway's new Gastro bar located in the corner of Eyre Square within the Victoria Hotel. Our bar offers delicious food, an impressive selection of cocktails, beers, wine and spirits with a wonderful atmosphere to ensure all your needs are catered for.At Queen Street, we take pride in our freshly prepared dishes cooked to order. This commitment ensures that every customer experiences QueenStreet at its very best.Lunch is served from 12.00 to 16.00 and Dinner is served from 16.00 to 20.45 throughout the week and on bank holidays. Our bar service is also available after this time, serving until late. (See January - February opening times)

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7. Merchant bar and Restaurant

3.0

Good(34)

Price: Moderate

• International • Galway City Centre

Booked 1 time today

Discover Merchant Cafe & Bar, a gem nestled in the heart of Galway. Adjoining the Eyre Square Hotel, Merchant Cafe & Bar combines the charm of a classic cafe with the liveliness of a modern bar, our venue offers a distinct and engaging experience.Sample our menu, carefully curated to meld international flavours with locally sourced ingredients. Our chefs' expertise shines in dishes that beautifully blend innovation with tradition. From a bustling daytime cafe to a vibrant lunch and dinner spot that transitions seamlessly into a lively nighttime bar, we cater to diverse tastes.Our ambience reflects our dedication to creating lasting memories. The fusion of contemporary design and rustic elements in our decor provides an inviting setting, perfect for intimate gatherings or joyous celebrations. Join us at Merchant Cafe & Bar and experience a space where style meets comfort.

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8. Gaslight Brasserie

3.7

Very Good(178)

Price: Moderate

• Irish • Galway City Centre

The Gaslight Brasserie is the perfect dining venue, located at the Hardiman Hotel overlooking Eyre Square. Breakfast is served daily from 07.00am. With excellent Dinner Menus from 18.00.Our head chef is Dominique Majecki, originally from France, Dominique has previously worked in The G Hotel, The Lodge at Ashford and Glenlo Abbey.As you enter our Gaslight Brasserie, you are greeted with warm white walls and mirrors - enriched with burgundies and teals. This is a luxurious relaxed Dining space.Our Gaslight Evening menu is served from 6.00pm till 9.30pm dailyMeet your friends, celebrate with colleagues or enjoy a date night at The Gaslight safe in the knowledge you are choosing delicious food and high quality service, with our famous welcome.

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9. Beef & Lobster - Galway

3.9

Excellent(74)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Galway’s West End

What you see is what you get with Beef and Lobster and that’s why people choose it time and time again. We serve exceptional grass-fed Irish beef and wild Irish lobster and shellfish; cooked the way you like it! Beef and Lobster goes the extra mile to create a laid back atmosphere where you can be yourself, with the ones you love. Love what you eat, eat where you love!

10. Caprice

4.1

Excellent(81)

Price: Moderate

• Café • Galway City Centre

✨Discover the charm of Caprice Restaurant in downtown Galway! We serve up delicious brunch and lunch every day, and our weekend dining is a treat you won't want to miss. Come enjoy tasty dishes in a cozy atmosphere that'll make your dining experience special every time.✨

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Diarmuid
Connacht •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
On the night of the tenth of January myself brothers and a friend went out for dinner and everything was amazing the girl who’s name I can’t remember unfortunately was kind and seemed to actually care about the service she was giving
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Sophie's @ The Dean GalwayPrice: Moderate• European• Galway City Centre
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4.3
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MauraVIP
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Kirbys was good. Great service. The food wS wonderful
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Kirby'sPrice: Moderate• European• Galway City Centre
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4.6
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Siobhán
Connacht •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
I had lunch with my daughter and I had the grilled haloumi salad. It was so good. It's difficult to get decent salads, particularly warm salads in galway but this was delicious. My daughter had chicken pieces which were also really good. Service was very quick and staff were lovely.
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Gourmet Food Parlour - SalthillPrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Salthill
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4.1
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Elaine
Dublin •2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 27 Dec 2024
Great food and location and atmosphere. The service was good but we think the waiter was new so didn’t really know what he was doing!
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Elephant & Castle - GalwayPrice: Moderate• American• Galway City Centre
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Noel
Connacht •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 Dec 2024
Really good, while the menu is not massive the food was really good and the staff were great. The bar area was lovely also.
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MacNeill's BarPrice: Moderate• Irish• Galway City Centre
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3.7

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1. Sophie's @ The Dean Galway

2. Elephant & Castle - Galway

3. Gourmet Food Parlour - Salthill

4. Kirby's

5. MacNeill's Bar

6. Queen Street

7. Merchant bar and Restaurant

8. Gaslight Brasserie

9. Beef & Lobster - Galway

10. Caprice

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