Best Casual Restaurants in Claregalway

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AmericanSteakhouseChineseSpanishTapas / Small PlatesComfort Food

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Galway City

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AthenryGalway City CentreGalway’s West EndSalthillThe Claddagh

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A photo of Renao Bar & Restaurant restaurant

1. Renao Bar & Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(253)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Galway City Centre

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to RÉ NAO, a traditional Chinese restaurant based in the heart of Galway, Ireland. Using only the finest locally sourced produce we lovingly recreate delectable Chinese dishes that have withstood the test of time.Vegan, Gluten Free and Halal Options.

2. MacNeill's Bar

3.8

Excellent(34)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Irish • Galway City Centre

Booked 3 times today

Nestled beneath the iconic Hardiman, MacNeill’s is a gastropub brimming with charm and character, offering a warm and intimate haven in the heart of Eyre Square, Galway. With its rich history and inviting atmosphere, MacNeill’s boasts a timeless Irish pub ambiance, enhanced by dark wood panelling, stained glass windows, and cosy nooks perfect for unwinding. Over the centuries, MacNeill’s has been a favourite spot for locals and it continues to blend tradition with a modern twist, making it the go-to destination for food, drink, and camaraderie.For Private parties or tables of 20 + please email us or call 091 564041.Live music every Thursday (Trad Session), Friday and Saturday evening.Live sports shown also each day.Serving Pub Food – lunch, dinner and small bites with the best pints and cocktails!Enjoy the best pub food around!

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3. Elephant & Castle - Galway

3.7

Very Good(260)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Galway City Centre

Booked 1 time 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.

4. The Universal Bar

4.7

Exceptional(14)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Irish • The Claddagh

Booked 5 times today

Welcome to The Universal Bar we look forward to serving you.

5. Kirby's

4.5

Awesome(206)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• European • Galway City Centre

Booked 6 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 8 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!

6. Queen Street

3.5

Very Good(126)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• International • Galway City Centre

Booked 1 time today

LUNCH MENU 12-4pm, DINNER MENU 4-8.30pm, BRUNCH available upon request. 12.00-15.30pmQueen 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.

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7. Gaslight Brasserie

3.1

Good(186)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Irish • Galway City Centre

Gaslight Brasserie is a buzzing hive of activity. Overlooking Eyre Square, its high ceilings and impressive sash windows are a nod to the Hotel’s glorious past as a meeting point for Galway High Society. You’ll find flavour-packed brunches and soul-warming classics, from aged Irish beef to delicious Galway Bay prawns. With our warm, personal service you’ll feel right at home. The Gaslight Brasserie is the perfect dinner location for Galwegians and those visiting alike- its ideal for soaking up the vibrant atmosphere of Galway City. The Brasserie Menu is delicious menus are flavoursome and wholesome using much-loved recipes and fresh produce, ideal for dinner in Galway. Alongside honestly priced and innovative cocktails is an expertly selected wine list created to compliment the seasonal menus. Synonymous with great food and drink, exceptional service and stylish surroundings, the Gaslight also offers group dining options for dinner in Galway.

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8. Gourmet Food Parlour - Salthill

4.4

Awesome(526)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Salthill

Booked 2 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.

9. La Viña

5.0

Exceptional(2)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Galway City Centre

Booked 4 times today

EXPERIENCE A CULINARY JOURNEY AT LA VIÑA, WHERE THE HIGHEST QUALITY LOCAL INGREDIENTS AND OLD WORLD WINES ARE TRANSFORMED BY OUR CHEF.

10. The Lane Winebar

new

5.0

Exceptional(2)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Galway City Centre

The Lane is a neighbourhood wine bar and restaurant run by two friends with a serious passion for food and wine. We wanted to create a cosy and relaxed place where people could meet friends and like-minded fellows to discover great food and beautiful wine — something in the style of the Continental Enotecas and neighbourhood bistros we know and love.

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Josh
Connacht •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Delicious selection of dishes with so many vegetarian & vegan options (the noodles with seitan & dandan sauce were terrific!) Great service and ambiance, and terrific location with a scenic view of the Spanish Arch. Highly recommend!
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Renao Bar & RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Galway City Centre
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4.5
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Nuala
Connacht •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 14, 2025
We are local Galway people who are regulars to the Universal. We love the atmosphere, the cocktails, the food. We love that we often dump into people we know there, it's very unique to Galway and definitely is known more by the locals, who love it then by tourists I would say
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The Universal BarPrice: Expensive• Irish• The Claddagh
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4.7
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John
Los Angeles •20 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 6, 2025
The food here was delicious! The best seafood I have ever had.
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Kirby'sPrice: Moderate• European• Galway City Centre
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4.5
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Mariusz
Connacht •1 review
5.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
Very nice place I recommend to everyone. Great food
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Elephant & Castle - GalwayPrice: Moderate• American• Galway City Centre
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3.7
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Eileen
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida •1 review
5.0
Dined on May 22, 2025
We did the small plates and had the chicken wings, which were outstanding the goat cheese. One was the best. We were lucky enough to be there on a Nike where they had traditional music playing during dinner love the whole atmosphere.
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MacNeill's BarPrice: Moderate• Irish• Galway City Centre
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3.8

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