4 different meals ordered and not a bad bite in the bunch. Truly fresh great seafood, our only complaint was we could not figure out which was better the seafood chowder, the scallops or the seafood pasta.... read more

By far my favorite meal while on vacation in Ireland was in this restaurant. The restaurant was really busy on the night that I went, but I was seated right away. When I return to Galway I will make an effort to dine here again. read more

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Great spot! There were a number of gluten-and-dairy-free members of my party, and they were extremely accommodating. I had the Seafood Risotto, which was excellent. It had a great combination of flavor and presentation, with some greens and seaweed on top. The table shared the main dish of calamari, which had a crunchy outside and chewy inside, just like it should be. To round it off, I had the daily crème brûlée, which was as excellent as the rest of the meal. Worth the slight walk out of central Galway! read more

Remarkably fresh, creative ingredients for an astoundingly good value amidst friendly service. Best oysters in town!

We stumbled upon hooked as it was across from our Airbnb. We were trying to find a place with fresh raw oysters... and this place popped up as a 5/5 recommendation! If you like the freshest seafood YOU NEED TO VISIT! Oysters were the freshest I've ever had in my life-- they still had ocean water in them and green plants from the ocean growing on the outside of the shell! They were sooooo good! We had crab and chorizo croquettes that we're Smokey with a slight spice to them with a great aioli sauce and slaw; and we had a vegetarian platter with 2 quinoa croquettes, 2 falafel, hummus & grilled pita, and an apple red cabbage slaw with cilantro, red onion and sesame seeds. Everything was fresh, colorful and the taste had layers of flavor. We also had the Galway Hooker IPA (local brew) and it was delicious. The restaurant is family run and full of friendly staff, and the adorable sea side side decor. I wish this restaurant wasn't halfway across the world from where we live, we'd frequent it often!!! read more

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Perfect little fish shack! The monk fish cheek app was too die for. We contemplated licking the plate. Nice place for seafood off the beaten path! read more

My friend & I are traveling Europe-first stop Ireland. Before heading off to London we ate at hooked. It was so good we went back the following day!! Seafood risotto was amazing, tacos are a good size with amazing flavor! Wish they had a bit more beers to choose from but one can't be picky when the food is worth coming for two days in a row! read more

You MUST go here. It's just a bit outside of the downtown area, so you have to go off the beaten path a little bit (it's really not far at all). We (2 of us) arrived early (6 PM or so) on a Saturday and were seated right away, though a wait formed shortly after. We ordered the calamari, oysters, shellfish bowl, and fish and chips. Everything was phenomenal! The fish and chips truly were the best I had in all of Ireland. I cannot recommend this place enough. It's also very cute inside! read more

fish and chips & fish and chips & fish and chips & i think you get the point. very friendly staff. nice location. read more

Fish is really nice. The starters also lovely. Only have had it as take away but I'd imagine eating inside is even better. Thanks guys will be back after lockdown. read more

I am forever 'hooked' on this restaurant's fish and chips! While studying abroad in Galway I was fortunate enough to live just a few minutes walk from this charming restaurant. The service is incredibly quick and friendly and the interior is modern and clean especially after their new renovation. One of the biggest things I miss about Galway is Hooked's fish and chips!! For only 10 euro a plate, you need to try these fish and chips if you're in the area. read more

The meal we had here was amazing! We started with tuna ceviche with beets as an appetizer, and were surprised at how good the combination was. We had the mussels for our entree. They were incredibly tender, fresh and flavorful. We would definitely go back if staying another day. read more

The best seafood I've had in Ireland! And the service was awesome as well. Very friendly and comfortable environment and the food was divine read more

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Super solid hole-in-the-wall seafood. We were looking for a place to grab semi-inexpensive food and Hooked popped up, and I am glad it did! Their seafood tagliatelle is insanely good, I did not want to stop eating it! The only thing I wish we knew before coming is the limited space inside. We saw that it was good for groups, but with ten people we were pushing it. If you are in Galway it is worth the trip! read more

Great seafood I had the brill special and it may have been the freshest seafood I've ever had at a restaurant. It was super busy so I suggest you come prepared to wait. Trust me it's Worth it! Also definitely try their parmesan truffle chips. Amazing is an understatement read more

Hooked Seafood Restaurant - Brill special - Seafood Near Me - Galway, G

This is a great little place to get fresh seafood! Delicious... the fish and chips are great and the ceviche is amazing. The service is fast friendly and very pleasant. read more

Came for the oysters but the hostess would not seat a solo traveler at the communal table. Perplexing, to say the least.

Meh... We came here for my birthday the other night .... I guess I'm just not that jazzed on soggy stuff... I really don't wanna be like this ...but the food was just not very good ..first the tables are so close together I basically have someone's butt in my face when they get up ...or someone's breathing down my neck...not very intimate...which wouldn't matter if the food was amazing... The waitress was fine and all just not that interested ...which is fine..a bit of a bummer.. I ordered the salmon and my hubs ordered the fish and chips (which they are known for) Both came out drippy and sorta soggy .... I just wasn't into that it .. Neither was my husband ... We just didn't want to be the Americans that complain ... Maybe it was a bad night ...who knows ... It was just a let down because it was the one day of the year that I wanted a great meal..... Oh well .... We won't be back ...we live on the other side of the world... read more

Nice staff, nice ambience, fair prices. Had the calamari with salad, small fries on the side. 9,95+2,70. The calamari could have been two or three more, but with that fries, i was completely full. Everything was fresh and tasted very good, easpecially that chili mango dip! If i woldn't have to leave galway tomorrow, i'd definitely come back and try some other meals. read more

Super fresh delicious oysters. And the seafood tagliatelle was the best past I have ever had. Period. Don't walk, run.

My husband and I ate here this evening for dinner, we both got the fish pie and agreed it was the best we'd ever had.

Couldn't wait to leave the restaurant to leave this review. So, from the dining room, I just had to share how amazing this meal was. Take the 10 minute walk across the bridge and make your way to Hooked. Hands down the best food we ate in Ireland. I ordered the seafood tagliatelle, and all the seafood was cooked to perfection. My boyfriend ordered the fish and chips and it was so light and flaky without being greasy or oily at all. Such a pleasant surprise!! read more

We ate here on our first night in Galway. Delicious, fresh, great service. The oysters we're amazing. Great fish and chips. Gluten free options. Highly recommend! read more

The best oysters I have ever had!!! Mussels were also delicious and the catch of the day is certain to be a hit as well since it is right next door to a fish market. I recommend getting there early because it is a small dining room and seems to be very popular with both locals and travelers. read more

Very good! In a secluded part of town but worth the walk! My dad said "best fish tacos ever" and I loved the crab claws. 10/10 would definitely go while in Galway! read more

Rude, rude, rude! Went there last night shortly after eight looking for a nice seafood meal. Was told it would be a forty minute wait. Based upon what we heard about the food, we agreed to wait. We stood outside in the cold. We did ask four an update, and was told soon. Eventuality someone came out and told us that we will not be seated, this was about 9:20 over an hour we stood there on the street in the cold. We went to another restaurant and told them what had happened and our server said that her experience was that the staff was nasty. Obviously they do not care about their customers, only their money. Well, they will not get a second chance to get mine. read more

All I can say this is the best fish and chips I've ever had in Ireland I would highly recommend it to anyone it's a hidden gem.

I just stumbled on this new place and what a fantastic surprise. I'm spoiled in Galway with the wonderful fish restaurants and would not normally veer from the tried and trusted but by golly I am very glad I did. Succulent freshly cooked fish, perfect non greasy real chips, service with a friendly smile and although I was getting take away the sit down menu looked lovely and I will definitely be back for some of that. It's a little off the beaten track, maybe a seven minute walk from the city centre, but on the plus side there's parking around there. I have a new first choice for whenever I fancy some fish. Just great stuff, I really hope they do well and that this place garners the reputation it deserves. read more

Service was charming and excellent. Super small, but the decor and ambience wouldn't work in a bigger place. It was definitely en pointe. We had the spicy wrap, mussels, fish pie, and fish cake and all was delicious. Would definitely recommend this place and hope to come back again. read more

My wife and I were on our last night in Ireland and we're heading to a show later. She wanted Seafood so I searched around and saw this place. Started with a delicious and lovely roasted red pepper soup. She had some prawns and sweet potato fries. I had the seafood tagliatelle. Everything was delicious! Great place and would come here again. read more