I'm in Galway for the Saturday street market some of which runs along the street in front of…read moreSheridans. And I was hungry. You know how you're not supposed to shop when you're hungry. Oops. So I waited in the (fast moving) queue inside Sherdans, looking over the crackers, cured meats, sauces, jams and the other treats before I was helped by a very pleasant young woman behind the counter. I provided my wants - a firm or hard cheese not from cow milk - and she instantly knew what was available. A sample of the first one and a sample of the second one, and I took a small wedge of each. Reasonably priced and wrapped properly. They lasted in the bag for about an hour or so until I shared them with my friend for a picnic in Eyre Square. [Review 1936 of 2024 - 118 in Republic of Ireland - 22958 overall]

Simply amazing. If you're a fan of cheese and charcuterie, welcome to your wonder land. The staff…read moreare very knowledgeable and friendly. Tons and tons of Irish and local cheeses, along with meats, sweets, crackers, olives, all that you need for the perfect picnic. It's so well done inside, fitting so many foods in a rather small shop. Pure joy and Irish cheese!

Lovely wine bar! A…read moretrue oasis for wine lovers escaping from the busy streets below. The selection included mostly light wines from Austria to New Zealand. The bottle of Australian Pinot Noir we purchased for 40ish Euro was young and didn't open much even after being open awhile. But we should have chosen differently. They offer tastes before purchase on wines available by the glass. It would be nice to see a few bolder options such as from California. Friendly staff, cozy and inviting environment. I would definitely return if in town.

Service was excellent! Location is right in the middle of it all. Small menu but the food was…read moregreat! Small outside seating area. Live musicians played right outside the bar all day and night.

Ard Bia was one of the absolute highlights of our time in Galway. The staff here are incredible --…read moregenuinely warm, friendly, and so welcoming from the moment you walk in. The space itself is small and cozy, with just a handful of tables and a private room, which gives it that intimate, tucked‑away feel. I'd 100% go back. They offer two specialty cocktails and a wine list, and while the cocktail selection is limited, the wines are unique and fantastic -- definitely worth exploring. The food was outstanding across the board. The monkfish scampi isn't what you might picture, but it's fantastic -- super crispy and full of flavor. And you have to get the bread: tomato focaccia or brown bread, then topped with the fennel, thyme, and maple butter were all unforgettable. The bavette steak was delicious, and the mashed potatoes were truly out of this world. The sea trout was incredibly fresh; just a heads‑up that the gremolata is spread over the whole dish, so it ends up almost poached in olive oil -- worth noting for anyone sensitive to that, but the flavor itself was excellent. Definitely end the night with the affogato and the shortbread cookies (chef's kiss). Who doesn't like to dunk their dessert? Highly recommend, would absolutely come back.

I came as a solo diner on Saturday evening. They sat me at…read morea cozy table next to a window. So, I got to watch the water. The vibes are homey and rustic. It reminds me of a country home by the water. The service was friendly and young. I got the plum salad, fallow deer, and roasted peach/caramel ice cream. The salad was spectacularly tasteful and fresh. I felt like the deer was a little too salty for my taste, but presentation was good. I was disappointed by the dessert. My ice cream was partially melted and the peaches were cold. I would give the environment/ambiance 5/5, service 5/5 and food 3.5/5. Overall 4/5.

Good mussels, although a bit thin and small. Fantastic Atlantic chowder was amazing, thick, creamy,…read morelarge bits of meat and veg... I could've eaten another bowl happily! I was seated quickly at a table right by the door, perfect for 1 person, although might be tight for two, since you can really only sit on the side facing the bar with the traffic going by around you. Overall nice place to duck into for a late lunch/early dinner.

Delicious food and a friendly family restaurant atmosphere. I really enjoyed the lamb shank and the…read moreseafood chowder. Very fresh and great ingredients. Highly recommend!

A simple salad with roasted chicken and avocado was surprisingly delicious, fresh, and unique. The…read morebrown bread was the best I've had so far in Galway.

Went for brunch here this morning to try a traditional Irish breakfast for the first time! It was…read moredelicious as well as a beautiful spread on the plate. In addition, the atmosphere was a cute, trendy with light colored wood and pendant lighting. It was a great place for a brunch date :) The servers were very nice and I also got a pot of tea that was a great addition to my meal. Overall a great experience!

Hands down the best dining experience we've ever had! We were in Galway for the day and had booked…read moreLoam pretty far in advance. We were the only ones in the restaurant for about an hour and the staff was just exceptional. We had the 7 course tasting menu which is really about 9 courses with snacks and finishers and every single one of them was amazing. Super knowledgeable and friendly sommelier who was a joy to chat with. Super attentive and timely staff. We do not have one complaint!

My husband and I enjoy trying local Michelin Star restaurants when we travel. Even though the…read moreservice was outstanding, the taste of the food from the 9 course tasting menu needs much improvement. The presentation was excellent, however 5 of the main tasting items were incredibly salty. We kept the mood light and made some jokes of how our blood pressure will rise after this extremely salty meal. The atmosphere is modern and spacious, the sommelier was extremely knowledgeable and the staff were professional and exceptionally polite. I'm quite genuine, easygoing, grateful and normally write positive reviews . I'm writing this review in hopes that this Michelin Star restaurant becomes aware of this issue. Hopefully Loam improves their tasting menu by reducing the amount of salt they use in their ingredients.

We had a great meal ,simply one of the best dining experiences I have ever had ,great service,…read morelovely helpful staff I cant say enough good things about Martine's Wine bar.

From the owner: Dry Age Irish Angus Beef, Local Seafood, Extensive Wine…read morelist, Beef on Draught

I was really upset by my experience here. Being a vegan, I was really excited about their vegan…read moreoptions and decided to order their "vegan quesadillas." When I first asked if I could have no vegan cheese, the waiter responded that it would not be possible to do that because the quesadillas would not stick together. Understandingly, I got it with vegan cheese. But, when my meal came out, the cheese was unmelted, the rice was in the shape of a plastic container (it had clearly been microwaved and slapped on the plate), and my salad had wilted, brown lettuce. Overall, it was a very disappointing experience, especially considering how much my meal costed.

Friday night at 635p...super busy inside and kind of a pain to order at the bar (fighting through…read morethe crowd). We ordered two Irish Coffees and they were great! Maybe the best in Ireland!!

Simply the best pint of Guinness we've had anywhere. Brightly lit, little atmosphere. But don't…read morelet that stop you. Best pint ever.

Fantastic little find in Galway in Dominic St. The plates…read morehere are unbelievably good. Dressy local product in a true farm to table style. The stuffed zucchini flowers are to die for, as is the beef tartare.. sooooo good. A definite local delicacy for great food and a small but worthy wine selection.. and they have Yelp discounts when you check in..

Tartare was a wonderful treat in Galway. The spot is pretty small and cozy, with an open view of…read morethe kitchen. The menu consists of a pretty large selection of small plates and all of their food is locally sourced. They pay a high attention to detail to allergens. My friend I was dining with has several allergies and Tartare was more accommodating than any restaurant in the US. The beef tartare is certainly worth it as are the oysters. I have never had such unique oyster pairings before.