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    Quays Bar

    3.8 (147 reviews)
    ModeratePubs, Irish
    Closed 9:00 am - 12:30 AM (Next day)

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    QUAYS BAR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Casual
    Loud
    Outdoor seating

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    Gus F.

    Solid Irish pub and restaurant! Stopped in for some pints of Guinness and to hear some Irish music. Decided to have dinner in the attached restaurant downstairs, glad we did. It was fantastic! I ordered the mussels and my hubby got the roasted chicken. The mussels and the broth were amazingly tasty, fresh. The chicken was crispy outside and juicy inside. An excellent evening in the Latin quarter.

    Emily F.

    Nice staff, yummy food, decent drinks, great music!!! Amazing energy. Really loved it here, it was one of my favorite places that we went to during our trip.

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    Holly W.

    The ambience is perfect for an Irish bar. The service was quick and efficient. The cider was ice cold. I'm not a seafood eater so I was pleasantly surprised to find curry on the lunch menu. The flavor was perfect. The rice was cooked perfectly. The naan was flavorful and cut in the perfect shape to scoop more curry. The pineapple on the rice was lovely as it gave me a pop of sweet in the midst of the curry.

    Hayley H.

    This is the perfect spot in Galway for a pint and some live Irish trad music! We didn't try the food - but the drinks were great. The place is often packed, but we were able to find a seat each time. Such fun vibes and the highlight of our time in Galway!

    Curry
    Steve S.

    Gather around and let me tell you the tale about a burger I once ate in Quays Bar in Galway. It was a delicious morsel. Rather unique in that it had a very strong char. The center defied physics and somehow remained juicy and melty. There was a tangy sauce to accompany it, all sandwiched in a delicious bun to die for. I was in shock! What culinary wizardry had I unexpectedly encountered on my travels? Definitely an all-time ranked burger on my list. With some coaxing, I was able to convince the wife to go with me again on a second night. Sad to report, the coveted burger was not as well-executed in its encore appearance, but still good. At least one of the cooks knows exactly what they are doing with that burger, so good luck on your night. In seriousness the bar and restaurant are excellent. The live music beautifully sets the scene. The food was all very high quality. The service was attentive and they genuinely cared whether you were having a nice time and enjoying the food. A must-stop for the traveler through Galway.

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    Shaun T.

    Can't help but like this spot. In the middle of the action, easy during the day to get a pint, great wings, and no rush to move out! Service is like I experience in Ireland, friendly but need to flag down! The background music is all Irish classics and pub tunes etc. This is one of the few late night pubs.

    Cider!
    Wanda H.

    Delicious Fish & Chips! The breading is so light and crispy compared to American fried fish. Service was quick and friendly, which we truly appreciated because we were on a schedule. A nice pub-like atmosphere. Worth the money.

    Ireland bucket list trip! This place had best food! So much fun! Irish experience

    Ireland was on my bucket list. This place had the best food Definately a fun place to visit

    Goat Cheese wrapped in Filo with honey and nuts
    JT V.

    We had the Goat Cheese wrapped in Filo appetizer and the oysters. Both were good. The service was slow to start but after the pint of Guinness was delivered, it made the waiting much easier. The place is really neat with a good Irish vibe.

    Fish Cake
    Ann C.

    Loved the food and pints. Horse races were on, and it was fun to chat about. Would definitely visit again -- very cool pub.

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    Yes. Light good batter over the fish and chips and great Irish stew. God seating in and out and a famous statue in front

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    Quality, well-prepared food and drinks. Good service and nice ambiance. Very large bar, live pop/rock music, with restaurant downstairs.

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    2 years ago

    Great music and atmosphere! I only had the Guinness, so can't really comment on more.

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    The beef and Guinness stew is a bit salty, but so good! We also enjoyed the fish and chips. Very nice breading.

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    2 years ago

    Only had drinks - but service was so friendly. Fun talking to the locals. Great authentic pub!

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    We stopped by for lunch and I had the traditional Irish stew while my friend had the beef and Guinness stew.

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    O'Connell's Bar

    O'Connell's Bar

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    O'Connell's Bar is an absolute must when in Galway! We popped in on a recommendation and it was…read moreeasily one of the best recommendations we received while in Galway! O'Connell's Bar, which has been famous for years in its own right, rose to international prominence thanks to ole Ed Sheeran's "Galway Girl". It was pretty cool to see the spot where the video was filmed and it only added to the allure and story of the place! When you walk in off the street, you may just think it is a small cozy Irish pub and for the most part, you would be correct. However, go through the doors in the back and you are transported to a large, open-air beer garden featuring store fronts, stages, booths, heaters and more! While the inside is classic and uniquely Irish, the outdoor space is its own vibe! It honestly feels like two different spaces, but they also feel connected. All in all, easily the best beer garden in Galway! We grabbed a few pints at the inside bar and spent most of our time outside. It was a tad chilly, but they have self-controlled and regulated heaters over several of the seating alcoves, so we were comfortable an ended up hanging around for a few pints. Location is stellar, directly on Eyre Square, which is a main hub for Galway. Easy to wander in while walking around or popping off a bus, as the main bus stop of the area is directly across the street. Overall, we absolutely loved our time at O'Connell's Bar!

    I visited twice during my 3-day stay in Galway, O'Connell's is a must! This is your classic Irish…read morebar with a bit nicer finish. Whether you want to watch a match on the tele or converse with your friends, you can do either here. I recommend the beer garden even if it's cold, because it's open air with plenty of heaters even my mother approved the temperature. And they have a nice bar out there with plenty of seating or standing room. Don't forget to grab a few slices of pizza down the alley from the beer garden. Cheers!

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