Food was cold and poorly cooked/presented. Plate swimming in blood. Starters were mostly cold and flavourless. Only the tart was worth ordering again. Service was good until received complaint. Didn't eat my main and was accosted until I paid for the main. Had to call the gardai out so I could leave. Horrific AVOID at all costs. read more

Waiter took time to explain the very limited menu. Do not come during large parties as that does throw off the cook line. Monkfish was dry and leathery. The green sauce was just not for me. Side salad and Gratin potatoes were delicious. Beef of Filet was tough and undercooked. Recommended a reasonable and expensive wine. The reasonable wine was just fine. Pear and almond tart is YUMMY read more

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the waiter semi rushed us. however the bus boy was so friendly and nice. the food was good, very limited menu though. the place was cute and clean. read more

Loved our Spanish waitress /manager.. food was good too. We went early and it wasn't busy so we really enjoyed the atmosphere and everything. read more

We went out for a nice dinner and we're supposed to have the table from 5:30 to 7:30 per the confirmation the restraunt sent me. I had asked for a 6 oclock time, but was OK going a little early. We arrived at 5:30 sharp. At 6:45 the hostess (manager) Ariana comes over and tells us we have to leave our table in 15 minutes. Never have I been asked to leave before you even offer desert and coffee. My evening had been planned as we had tickets to see Trad on the Prom at 8:30. This was to be our special night our for dinner and a show. I stead we are put out I to the rain. After I stated my reservation was until 7:30 she then offers to sit us on a couch for our desert. Somehow her booking error became my problem. She blamed us. I would have loved to try desert. read more

This place is perfect! I loved every element of this restaurant from the amazingly Parisian feel (with French wait staff and even a live accordion player) to the brilliantly simplistic menu: Steak, Fish or Vegetarian. The starters were tasty if small, which for me wasn't a problem, although the soup was a little under seasoned if I was being very critical. We went for a bottle of Bordeaux with our steaks which was beautiful, especially considering it came in under €20 for the bottle and the steaks themselves were served on a side plate which was warmed and our selected sauces (mine a red wine joux and Tim's a garlic butter were served with and not on them which is in my opinion the best way. All in all I'm devastated this place is so far away from home, with a price tag under €60 for a meal of that quality I'm not at all shocked that they are so busy, book well in advance and thank me later! read more

Wow, this was a surprise. We arrived in Galway late in the evening looking for a restaurant for a proper sit down dinner. Rouge is open till midnight and there were few options in the area. The atmosphere is wonderful in the vein of a rustic french country house. The menu is super limited and somewhat pricy with prefix mains. We weren't expected too much and were pleasantly surprised. They brought us palette opening small dishes to start which were wonderful. I had a filet of hake that was so tender melt in your mouth with an herb butter sauce on the side. Amazing. My wife had a salad and my daughter had the steak frites which was also excellent. Really enjoyed this experience. read more

Appallingly mediocre service tried hard to make up for a terrible cut of steak in the l'entrecote. The manager heard our complaint and told us that if we didn't like it we could always go elsewhere. Steer clear of this one. There are a number of other, better options for great meals on Lower Dominick. read more

Lovely ambiance and staff were friendly. Food was very ordinary to the point of bland and tasteless. Steak was burnt, tough and difficult to cut not to mind eat. When the waiter returned it to chef it was sent back to us with comment "this is what you get when you ask for well done". There is much better food available when eating out in Galway. read more

We got in late to Galway yesterday and had reservations at Dela that we had missed. We arrived at Dela and changed the reservation for tonight and they kindly recommended Rouge for some late night dining. We had the sparkling wine of the week for 34e and I got the filet with the four apps included for 24e and my husband got the cheese and meat platter for only 9e. Everything was delicious and the service was superb. We wish we had room for dessert- they had a sampling platter that looked divine. They had live piano music as well that was an added bonus to the already lovely atmosphere. read more

Ate here on our first night in Galway - arrived in town a bit late after flying in from Edinburgh and driving from Dublin. The last food orders here have to be placed by midnight and even though it was only 8pm this info served to instantly sooth and properly set the mood for Galway (who's streets will do the opposite if you happen to be driving on them). Frenchy - prix fix 2 courses for 17.50 euros. The first course is an amuse bouche selection (incl a very small soup) and the main course is either a steak with 4 sauces to choose from or the fish of the day, plus a side (potatoes, salad, or veg). We had an excellent bottle of bordeaux that was middling in price (32 euros) plus an extra couple a glasses of something else. You can't eat your dinner dry now can you? The service was great and the steak (with gorgonzola sauce, thoughtfully served on the side) was amazing - a little overcooked for medium rare, but not terribly so. The salad was lightly, but well dressed and my husband's boiled potatoes were buttery/salty and delicious. Didn't try his fish. We sat on one of the couches after we'd finished eating to drink the rest of our wine. Candles, live guitar music, great atmosphere - an Angela favorite. read more

Ate here last night, and they've apparently only been open for the last 14 days so I reckon it's early days yet. Lovely interior - very french "cave" style. Impressive wine list as you'd expect, with an especially lovely cote du rhone for just €3.50/glass and served at a perfect temp too. We were desperate for late night food, and they serve till midnight, and stay open till 1.30. We only had the cheese and meat platters, with a side salad, so I can't comment on the full menu, but these were nicely presented, good value and reassuringly authentic. Staff looked super tired, but were pleasant and smily, if a little over stretched. Based on our experience I'd recommend this place for sure. read more

A great French restaurant. Very accommodating we had three vegans and they were able to accommodate us. In addition they made us a custom desert which I really appreciated. read more

Great friendly service in quaint ambiance. The food was good but nothing to write home about with a limited menu.

Rouge is quality! When you come there, immediately, even before you order, a stylish bottle of water, very fresh bread, brilliant Irish butter and olives with spices appear on your table. Lil wee brilliant snack even before you get a starter.:-) The staff is helpful and the food is simply delicious. I like the idea of surprise starters. The one I got was tiny, but full of taste. A very good taste. It's important to book though, as quite soon after opening the restaurant is full. No wonder, as it's a place you just want to come back to!:-) read more

Great service. Delicious food. Cool atmosphere. Serving dinner late for weary travelers!!!

First thing I didn't like is the set menus. If I'm paying for a starter, I'd at least like to know what I'm ordering. Turns out I didn't like it. Soup basically with bread. Steak was really nice but the fries were so salty I had to keep the water bottle close by. The other 2 choices was vegetarian dish or fish. Overall disappointed with the food considering the price tag, however the French atmosphere was really good, complete with some live French music. read more

Love the ambiance in this place. The few times we've been there there has been live Music in the background. Very atmospheric. Love the simplicity and quality of the menu.. 3 choices only. One meat, one fish and one veggie. Not used to this but if you go with it (and get the tasters starters and desserts), there's plenty of flavour and taste. Lovely night out. V reasonably priced and no bullshit. read more

This is, by far, my favorite restaurant in Galway. First of all the atmosphere is perfect for the setting. The live musicians (I've dined there with a guitar player, a piano player, and an accordion player) create a lovely ambiance in the room. The service is (I think surprisingly is the wrong word to use) amazing. The servers are all French, which is very refreshing to see in a French restaurant. The menu is extremely straight forward, which is much appreciated because I generally spend a good 15 minutes looking over the menu before I can decide what sounds nice, much to the dismay of everybody else in my party. You simply decide if you want Steak, Fish, or Vegetarian and then a side. Seriously get the gratin. You will not be upset. The bread seems very fresh and is always very tasty. The starter is a plate with a soup, a pastry, and another item. They change (I'm assuming) every night but they are always delicious. The soups are generally a really nice creamy vegetable, and the pastry is always delicious as well. The steak comes with three sauce choices: mushroom, pepper, or blue cheese. I have to say (I've tried all three) the mushroom sauce is absolutely unreal. The fish is always extremely fresh, and the vegetarian option always sounds amazing. The only vegetarian meal I tried was a puff pastry stuffed with cheese and vegetables, I only had a bite off a friend's but it was delicious. Again, let me reiterate to get the mushroom sauce and gratin if you get the steak. It's very rich but it all goes very well together and is just so nice. We usually get the dessert platter to share and that is different every time, as well. Everything I've had is lovely. I know it seems like I'm just over exaggerating and completely blowing smoke up their hole, but this is genuinely a really great restaurant. The price, the food, the service, everything has always been lovely. Whenever I'm in Galway I always make sure I get to have dinner in Rouge because it is, by far, my favorite restaurant. read more

I love this restaurant. It has the perfect atmosphere for a catch up with friends. The menu is simplistic yet you get an range of different flavours to suit all palates. The starter of amuse bouche is delicious and always very well presented. The steak has always been cooked to perfection and the potato dauphinois is some of the best I've ever tasted. The sauce is served on the side which is also a nice touch. I love the Parisian theme and the French staff are so kind and helpful. The only thing that lets this place down is the conveyor belt feeling. read more

Stumbled upon this place when most restaurants had closed and a local recommended. What a treat. Charming atmosphere, great wine, and amazing food at a great value. One of the surprise highlights of our trip to Ireland. Will definitely be my first stop if I return to Galway. read more

I believe this is one of the best Restaurants in Galway !the food was delicious all of us had the filet served with four different steak sauces really enjoyed ever bite !We had the chocolate fondant for desert it was melt in your mouth wonderful! Yummy delicious! I can't wait to come back on my next visit to Galway from California! read more

This is perhaps my favorite restaurant in Galway - a simple premise of steak, fish or vegetarian being the full menu but reasonably priced at 15 euros. A reasonably priced wine list. The French staff is friendly (for a French staff) and efficient. I sat at the bar last visit for a couple of hours, with a good bottle of red and a beautiful steak and au gratin potatoes. If you are traveling this is a good visit with a nice mix of locals and visitors from many countries. There are some very expensive restaurants along Dominick Street but this is a great experience that won't break the bank. read more

Went here last week for dinner and sat at the wine bar. The meal was crazy good - the best steak I have had in a long time! The prices are great and the staff really know the wine. The gratin potatoes are delicious and the starters are great too. Highly recommend! read more

Food was delicious. Don't miss the amuse bouche. Price is very reasonable. Service was friendly and professional.

I always love to go out to dinner in Rouge. It feels like I m away on holidays for a few hours somewhere in France as all the people working their are French so it s a really authentic and nice and the food is always really good and the piano is also very relaxing and lovely as not many restaurants in Ireland bother for those extras that make the difference. Definitely worth a trip!!! read more

I am a regular at this restaurant. I like the simplicity of the menu and the ambience is very relaxing. The menu is very paired down to only three options for mains. Steak, fish of the day, or vegetarian option of the day. All mains are 15 euro. They come with a starter included which is a selection of bruschetta, soups, small salads etc.. Service is excellent. Atmosphere is bustling but not overbearing. The decor is great. It's always busy. More so than most restaurants in Galway it is always difficult to get a reservation at short notice. And when you eat there you'll understand why. Great value for money, lovely wine selection, decor is quirky. The lighting is inobtrusive. Service with a smile. It is the new jewel in Lower Dominick St. Please ignore the other 2 star review. I have eaten here many times since it has opened and it is always consistently good. read more

Arrived at 11.30 looking for a bite to eat. Walked 25 mins in the rain to get a nice meal. was told they had closed early because it was quiet. I am sorry but that is not good enough! Ye advertise last orders at 12am, not whenever ye feel like closing. Ended up having to get Supermacs! After walking that distance read more

19 menu is decent value. The staff are lovely (and French) but the food just misses the mark from being really great. Just a little bland perhaps. But certainly worth checking out. read more

Probably my favourite restaurant in Galway. The atmosphere is great, the décor, the French servers and the music make it feel like a little slice of Paris. I love the simplicity of the menu steak, fish or vegetarian, all with small bites for starters. Steak is always perfectly cooked. 5/5 read more

Visited Galway a couple of summers ago and enjoyed this little Gem of a restaurant. I'm back in Galway for a few days and made a point of per-booking Rouge on line. Just as well as the restaurant was working to capacity. Delightful meal, very well priced and obviously popular with both locals and tourists. Well worth a visit. Has all the buzz about it that you would typically expect from a restaurant along a side street in Saumur ! read more

This is a great spot for an inexpensive meal for two, or many. Few food options but very tasty. Great selection of wines at good prices. Lovely atmosphere, perfect for a casual catch up. Have been around ten times. I have brought friends visiting Galway to Rouge as late kitchen opening (11pm, I think) is so handy if you haven't gotten round to booking somewhere... read more