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    Oscars Seafood Bistro

    4.6 (107 reviews)
    PriceySeafood
    Closed 6:30 pm - 9:30 PM

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    Intimate
    Romantic
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    William C.

    Dinner at Oscar's in the West End of Galway was a memorable meal. For my wife, she said it was the best meal in Ireland so far. We ordered drinks to start, my wife has taken to Port wine. I had a Guinness in the bottle, not as good as on draft. The feature wine more than beer and the beer choices are limited. My starter was a grilled sea trout with roasted potato. Excellent in every way. The fish was delicious and the preparation was superb. We both chose a special entree: she enjoyed the grilled Aran plaice while I selected the seabass. They were both superb. Dessert was also the special, apple and blueberry crumble. It was just great. Our server was Ilija. Hevhas worked there for 14 years having come from Serbia. He was a fantastic server. The ambience is upbeat, international and informal. It was a bit loud but didn't interfere with conversation.

    1/4 dozen Oysters
    Lalala L.

    Overall - 3.5/5 Service - 4/5 Ambience - 3.5/5 Food - 3/5 Value - 3.5/5 The food was just so so. Sauce was too strong overall and could not really enjoy the taste of the seafood. The oysters were too small. Servers were friendly.

    SeeingElvis K.

    Lovely, intimate space with absolutely top-notch seafood, beautifully prepared. Excellent service. Best meal we had in Galway by considerable margin.

    The oysters were perfect!
    Katie G.

    The food at Oscar's was fantastic. Oysters, monkfish, and the fish of the day. Perfection! We only had water to drink. We were parched. My only slight complaint would be the service. It wasn't bad, per se, but it was not warm and friendly. Luckily, however, we were seated next to a very warm and friendly bunch of older gentleman. They were absolutely in love with their meals and their wine selection. They made the experience more fun.

    Raw and steamed oysters
    Christina C.

    Amazing restaurant just across the bridge from Quay Street. This area is super popular and it completely transforms at night to a really hip outdoor dining area. We got here right around the time they opened, so there was no wait. But by the time we left things were packed! We ordered a half dozen of raw oysters, half dozen of steamed oysters, the monkfish with mussels, and the lobster spaghetti. Everything was fantastic! My favorite was probably the monkfish, it was very tender and went really well with the sauce. Highly recommend coming here for dinner when you're in Galway!

    Fresh local oysters with house special ginger Tabasco sauce were a jumping jack mouth surprise I will try at home! We also had the potted brown crab, scallops and blue cheese and pear and the Hake all divine! The staff is knowledgeable and professional with warmth and good stories. Overall 5 stars This place is a gem!!!

    This is called a Seedlip and it is a non alcoholic gin drink but I got it with Irish gin and it was money in the bank. So I had 3...
    Autumn I.

    THIS PLACE IS AMAZING!! Drinks, atmosphere, appetizers, main courses, deserts, staff, music! It's all fabulous. Just go. This is hands down some of the best food I've had in mylife.

    Cheers from a happy Irish family!
    Mark C.

    As a seafood lover, I should have known an island nation would not disappoint! I guess I just thought we were headed for a week in Ireland eating lamb stew and corned beef. WRONG!!!! The seafood in Galway and Kinsale was INSANE!!! Among the best seafood meals I've had in my life. So glad, we explored culinary Ireland! This place is first rate!

    Steamed Rock Ousters with ginger sauce

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    Friendly service, great ambiance and scrumptious food was just what we needed at the tail end of long day of travel!

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    Great food and service. Showed up when it opened and was able to get a reservation. Staff made excellent recommendations.

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    Amazing service and flavorful food! Highly recommend reservations- they were turning people away.

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    Delicious, had the famous Galway oysters, a glass of wine, a salad, and the custard dessert. Sweet folks, good food, quaint street.

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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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    Kirwans Lane Restaurant - Interior of the first floor back tables.

    Interior of the first floor back tables.

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    Table of food

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    Entrance to restaurant.

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