Our wedding officiant brought us here for some café americano and sweets, following our little tour with him around Galway. I loved the outdoor seating that allows you to take in the air, the narrow streetways, the buildings that have stood here for centuries. While we could only do outdoor seating at the time due to the COVID-19 lockdown measures, this turned out to be quite the good fortune. Where we sat was a nice spot to see the various people walking down the street, engage in conversation, all the while enjoying a cafe Americano and some tasty baked goods like brownies and shortbread with chocolate on top. If you know where to walk from the Eyre Square, it's a great find, moderately priced, and very tasty eats. Hopefully, the next time I can have some of the hot dishes they also offer when we return to Galway. read more

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Was roaming around the Saturday market and discovered this cafe nearby. Ordered a vegetarian breakfast platter (+ avocado) and a Chai latte (with oat milk since they were out of soy). Both were excellent and very filling. The cafe is located just off the busy street and has some some outdoor seating. The window seating is great for people-watching. They have both books and newspapers as decorations/available for reading around the cafe. There's also two small restrooms (men and women, but they're individual rooms anyways). The staff were nice and the place was very comfortable. Highly recommend! read more

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Delicious. Love family run restaurants with homemade food at the counter. Yummy. Very welcoming.

I really like this little place! I wandered for absolutely ages to find something exactly like this-- a cafe with single seats and a good menu of food. I was so delighted to find this. I had the pancakes which are actually crepe style but thicker with the syrup and bacon, and a mocha. Also got a lemonade and it was all about 9 euro I think. The service was really good and my food came out pretty quickly but it was quiet when I got there. Became quite busy around lunchtime so I'd be aware of that. There's one place by the door that definitely has a socket but I forgot I needed one until I'd sat down and been served. I'll definitely be back here next time I need to get some work done though. read more

Food 4 Thought - Cappuccino & Maple/Bacon Pancakes - Vegan Near Me - Galway, G

Strolled past walking through Galway. Had a sandwich and a Rose Latte. Both were tasty. :)

Nice cozy place with vegan options. Food is very delicious. Very friendly staff. Few sittings outside. read more

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After a week mixing stodgy hotel fare with pub grub in the evenings, I was delighted to get to slip away and try somewhere veggie-friendly. Food for Thought (the "4" needs to go I think) is a cosy but capacious spot near to all of the hustle and bustle of Shop street and is pretty conveniently located for most of the downtown goings on in Galway. There's a general easy-going vibe and I didn't feel like I was ever in a rush to get out. Interestingly, the walls were covered in photos from a recent Instagram photography competition. The menu is quite varied and offers a range of categories, more inclined towards lunches and breakfasts. It's worth noting that it's not all vegetarian stuff - there's something to keep the grumbling carnivores in your life satisfied, as well as cakes and scones. In a refreshing rarity for Ireland, the menu lists not only calories, but what dishes are vegan-friendly. Since giving up on meat, I've long lusted for a replacement for the fry-up. I've yet to find a proper one, but Food for Thought certainly filled the craving somewhat. The breakfast consisted of fried potatoes, a fried egg, baked beans, fried mushrooms and (most interestingly) a hash of sorts that contained seasoned courgettes, onions and peppers. I was very well satisfied by the end. The coffee was fine, nothing to blow my mind but I've had much worse. If I ever find myself back in Galway I'll be sure to stop in again. read more

Food 4 Thought - Vegetarian breakfast, with its constituent coffee and toast. - Vegan Near Me - Galway, G

My mistake was searching on yelp for a sandwich shop in Galway. We were running to catch the train back to Dublin and food 4 thought is 5 minutes from the station. This is the highest rated sandwich shop in Galway but it is not a place you drop into for a sandwich to take away. It is a small cosy cafe that sells rustic, home-cooked and mainly vegetarian food. A previous reviewer mentioned a sign that apologised for the slow speed of preparing food as they make sandwiches from scratch. I didn't notice such a sign but it is true that they move incredibly slowly. We watched as our sandwich maker put time, care and thought into each stage of preparation. He unfortunately made each hot sandwich separately which meant by the time we received them, the first sandwich was cold. I don't to be too harsh about this place, I just mean it as a warning for anyone else who is looking for a quick meal. I'm also surprised that a professional would make food so slowly. The sandwiches themselves were fine, not mind blowing but they were made with good quality ingredients and the bap was wonderfully soft and fresh. The menu board lists the calories for each sandwich which is a nice touch for the calorie conscious. I'd say they really shine on their hot food and their breakfasts look tasty. A previous reviewer mentioned instant coffee being the only choice. They now have an espresso machine and offer a variety of espresso drinks. Babychinos are free! A nice place to wile away an afternoon nursing a bowl of hot soup. Not great for take away sandwiches. read more

Very good dishes... We've chosen a vegetarian lasagne and a blackened Cajun chicken panini. Both were very good and tasted fantastic... The choices were very hard to take because the options are enormous. Vegans and vegetarians are warmly welcomed and the salads are fresh and well done. If we are close we will join a second time or more... read more

Great 'full' Irish breakfast minus the puddings - shame! Very well cooked, fast friendly service. read more

We came out of the way to get here based on an online review and must say it far exceeded our expectations. We visited from San Diego, California so we didn't know what to expect. First I need to point out that the man in charge is incredible. He's so kind, and willing to chat with the patrons. The food was great! I had the vegan porridge, and the vegan Shepherds Pie. Both were awesome! My partner had a baked potato covered in the special of the day, Chili con Carne. He said it was delicious, so I assume it's great because he's quiet the chili lover. If you're ever on this side of Ireland I can't recommend this place enough!! read more

Great spot for delicious, gourmet, healthy food. Vegetarians, vegans, and gluten free folks should especially check it out. They had delicious vegan entrees and desserts, a rare find in Ireland! Cute little cafe and friendly owner too. read more

What a nice break from pub food! When visiting Ireland, it's very easy to get wrapped up in pub food, fish & chips and meat-heavy meals. Food 4 Thought has a wide selection of veggie & vegan friendly meals (lunch & breakfast) with some meat options for those who wish to have something lighter without sacrificing their need for meat. They don't have any fresh juices or smoothies, so if that's what you're looking for this wouldn't be the place. But if you want a light, yet filling and delicious breakfast/lunch definitely give this a try! read more

Deadly little spot right in the heart of abbeygate st. They cater to almost all eaters. Veggies, vegans and celiacs. Their scrambled egg bacon on GF bread is very tasty and their club BLT on GF is also delicious..sometimes I get their soup of the day with a side of GF bread too. It's satisfying and the last day I got it was tomato and it filled me up for the day and I had very little money on me so that goes with the whole value for money aspect. Staff are all accomodating and welcoming and hugely hospitable..always obliging and friendly and willing to give free refills on tea. Never greeted with ignorance, always served with a smile..easily in my top tens around galway. read more

Had the full Irish breakfast very tasty best way to start today. Staff is very friendly and the service was good could not ask for more.

Charming little cafe with wraps, salads, soups and paninis. Decent portions and reasonable prices with friendly service. I didn't try the desserts but they look yummy. Not a good place for a large group, as seating is limited. read more

Fabulous meat and vegan pies filled out with salads. Wonderful flavors in balance with the ingredients. Quick lunch for us and I highly recommend for lunch/coffee/te! read more