Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Newcastle

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Galway City

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BearnaGalway City CentreGalway’s West EndSalthill

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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A photo of Sophie's @ The Dean Galway restaurant

1. Sophie's @ The Dean Galway

4.3

Awesome(765)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• European • Galway City Centre

Booked 15 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

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.

3. 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.

4. 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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5. Gourmet Food Parlour - Salthill

4.4

Awesome(526)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Salthill

Booked 4 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.

6. 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.

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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.

8. Blackthorn

new

4.3

Awesome(15)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Grill • Bearna

Booked 2 times today

Offering a one-of-a-kind dining experience, Blackthorn will bring together the artistry of charcoal grilling, the finest locally-sourced ingredients, and a beautifully refurbished space designed to complement the natural beauty of the West of Ireland.With a menu focused on expertly sourced, high-quality ingredients, Blackthorn offers a fresh take on traditional Irish cuisine, featuring dishes cooked over a Mibrasa charcoal grill. The restaurant’s commitment to sustainability and support for local artisan producers is a cornerstone of its ethos. Blackthorn's warm, light-filled dining space creates an inviting atmosphere where guests can experience the very best of the West of Ireland.

9. 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.

A photo of Beef & Lobster - Galway restaurant

10. Beef & Lobster - Galway

3.7

Very Good(76)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Galway City Centre

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!

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Nicole
New York City •6 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Suzanna was a terrific server. Beautiful rooftop restaurant with great views.
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Sophie's @ The Dean GalwayPrice: Moderate• European• Galway City Centre
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4.3
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Nadine
Connacht •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Food was absolutely delicious I had to go twice last week. Healthy filling lovely atmosphere and staff super friendly
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Gourmet Food Parlour - SalthillPrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Salthill
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4.4
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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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JamesVIP
Saskatoon / Saskatchewan •11 reviews
4.0
Dined on Jun 7, 2025
Great pizza. Smoke from Smoking area intrudes into the main restaurant.
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Queen StreetPrice: Moderate• International• Galway City Centre
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3.5
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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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