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    Hooked Seafood Restaurant

    4.5 (111 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Fish & Chips
    Open 1:00 pm - 9:30 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Kyah S.

    Classic and satisfying. I had the fish sandwich and chips. Tasty and well-cooked (sauce has some flavor to it) and the chowder was good (no bacon in chowder which is a great thing for me). I arrived near to opening and afterwards a large group came in, the server was nice and took my order but I notice that the larger group who ordered after me got their main meal before me. Feels like a popular spot. Good fish n chips place in Galway.

    Prawn Greek salad
    Emma H.

    It was tough to get a reservation, just like anywhere in Galway, but we were seated within 10 minutes of our booked table. Staff was efficient and friendly, but took quite a while to come and take our food order. There aren't many options for non-fried or non-creamy dishes, but we enjoyed the prawn feta salad and the seafood soup with a clear broth. They have a decent wine list, although were out of a couple of our top picks. Not a fast meal, but decent and tasty.

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    Joshua Y.

    Was recommended to try by a local and it was a delight. Seafood is fresh and affordable. Comfortable design with a nautical theme. Easy to walk to but away from the crowds of the Spanish quarters. Service was attentive but not over bearing.

    Seafood pasta in red sauce
    Bruski N.

    Great find and a great Italian restaurant in the middle of mostly pubs in Galway. The place is bright and clean. You need to book a reservation in advance because this place is always packed. The foods were excellent especially the sauces and fresh seafood. They were able to accommodate my lactose intolerant with a nice red sauce. Our server was very nice and proud of its elevated Italian offerings in Galway. We are definitely go here again the next time we are in Galway.

    Highly recommend the fish burger!
    Jazzy D.

    This was some of the best fish I've had to date! The food was very fresh and flavors worked wonderfully together. The service was pretty fast as we were one of the few people in the restaurant. I loved the nautical decor is was very aligned with the area. I can't wait to visit again!

    Zach H.

    Seafood was delicious. The pan seared octopus starter had great flavor and is great for two. The half dozen oysters were fresh and not too fishy at all - one of the better ones I've had so far. Fish and chips weren't too heavy and flavor was nice. Has a few bites of the Seafood Linguine and that was seriously amazing - the sauce was perfect and lots of seafood to pick from. We went at 6:15pm on a rainy Friday evening and were able to sit immediately. It started filling out later in the evening and their take-out seemed like a popular option too.

    Risotto
    Phoutt H.

    There was already a full restaurant and a few parties on the wait list when my husband and I arrived. It took a while before we weren't able to flag staff down to add our name on the waiting list. Once we added our names, we went down the street to have a couple of beers at a nearby bar. The restaurant is small, so the only place to wait is outside. We were seated after returning, which was about 45 minutes later. After being seated, the service was attentive and quick. We ordered three starters, which were all delicious. The butter kissed octopus tentacle portion is probably more fir one, but 2 people could share a couple of pieces each. The raw oysters were Pacific, which confused me a little sinceIrelandis on the Atlantic side. They were fresh and delicious. Food in Ireland has been on the blander side but not at Hooked. The fisherman Stew was full of seafood and flavor, and so was the risotto. I recommend it if you are looking for fresh, flavorful food.

    Gluten free cider, gluten free chowder & toast
    Sarah S.

    Was on the hunt for the best gluten free fish & chips in Ireland and Hooked is top of the list. Was a bit off the beaten path but gluten free chowder & fish was delicious & staff was great. A bit off the beaten path but worth the walk. My travel partner also said this was their favorite fish & chips of the trip (they are not gluten free).

    Tasty ale
    Kelli T.

    Quaint place with very affordable prices, fresh seafood and excellent service. Our server was very attentive and friendly. A few menu items are listed separately since the fish of the day changes. The fish (halibut) and chips were delicious; so crispy! Galway Bay oysters were a bit fishy tasting but Tabasco sauce and lemon helped. Limited seating so get there early or be ready for a wait.

    Risotto + Truffle oil and Parmesan chips
    Michael B.

    A lovely lunch experience. I wanted seafood and this truly delivered. I went in with high expectations -- got the risotto and truffle oil chips -- and those expectations were met. Friendly staff and moderate prices resulted in a pleasant time. Would absolutely recommend this place and would return. Only thing is nothing on the drink menu really jumped out at me, but that's alright, there's plenty of pubs in Galway for that.

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    Friendly crew very educated on GF cooking and serving. Best GF fried fish! Nice neighborhood and close to the river

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    Fabulous simple seafood. Long wait for a table but worth it! Service was attentive even though the joint was jumpin'!

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    Great: Fresh, perfectly cooked seafood, friendly attentive service, appropriate prices!

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    4 years ago

    Fish and chips were good. Enjoyed the Irish bread. Fun place good stop when in Galway

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    3 years ago

    Great little place over the bridge from Eyre Square. 8 minute walk. Fantastic seafood

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    We were in Galway for 3 days, and the best seafood we found was at Hooked. Great Fish Pie, and Seafood Stew. Highly recommend!

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    Oscars Seafood Bistro

    4.6(107 reviews)
    0.2 km
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    We literally ran into Oscars during a rain storm one evening. Having no transportation beyond our…read morefeet (we enjoy walking cities and towns to experience them) we were soaked to the bone. But the staff gracious sat us at our reserved table and handed us a few hand towels to notionally dry ourselves. We ordered the hake with mussels, scallops and the trio of crème brûlée. It was all absolutely delicious. I highly recommend this bistro if you're in Galway and looking for a nice mealtime experience. The venue was packed. So we're not the only ones to think so.

    The food looked better than it tastes and the red flag should've been the empty salt shakers at…read moreeach table. We ordered the crab dip (very small portion, and it tasted like imitation crab meat), the steak was overcooked with little flavor; the side of veggies tasted like they cooked them in butter and oil (no hint of salt). The drink was horrible and I'm not one to send things back, but I'm not sure how a lemon drop martini ends up tasting like watered down lemonade. The oysters were okay and they make a good home made mignonette, but there was no hot sauce or horseradish provided. Maybe it's an Irish thing, but room temperature oysters are off-putting. The service was terrible, but our waitress was likely working the bar as well. She definitely forgot about us for a solid 20 minutes after she took our plates and verified that we didn't want anything else. I do not recommend this place. Pros: The ambiance was beautiful and it's quiet enough to have a conversation. I gave 1 star for the aesthetic.

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    Oscars Seafood Bistro
    Oscars Seafood Bistro - Grilled sea trout

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    Kirwans Lane Restaurant

    4.5(48 reviews)
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    Located in the Latin Quarters off a little side street. My husband and I taxied from our hotel…read morewhich made it easier to enjoy some cocktails. We didn't have reservations but the restaurant was able to seat us at the bar. For drinks, it's wine and beer. They do have some liquor. Reading previous reviews highlighted an amazing cocktail, but the manager said they do not serve cocktails. They can do things like gin and a bottle of tonic. We opted for a bottle of Riesling. We started off with complimentary soda and Guinness bread and butter. You could taste the freshness! My husband and I ordered the seafood chowder. One of our favorites in Ireland. For dinner, my husband ordered the seared tuna which was a special for the evening. I ordered the pan seared seabass. Our meal came with a side of potatoes too. His seared tuna was so good! There was calamari along with a vegetable. My seabass was so good. It came with potatoes and corn. Most fish we have come across in Ireland was fried so it was nice to have so many pan seared options. The dessert menu looked great but we were pretty full. I took a peek just in case. Chill vibes which is way different compared to the rowdiness of the Latin quarters.

    Loved all the food here. It's a little tricky to find in the alleyway. Cute tables inside and…read moreout. Outside they have heat lamps. Service was friendly and nice. Ordered the oysters loved. Sea bass was very tasty. Caesar salad very good.

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    Interior of the first floor back tables.

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    Table of food

    Kirwans Lane Restaurant - Entrance to restaurant.

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