It's closed. Fortunately other options were available in the area. The tourist center directed us…read moreto a couple of other choices

Great lunch in a very cute cafe…read more Places like the Hungry Monk are easy to love: comfort food with with locally-sourced ingredients in a very charming little town. Just by looking at the menu and the way the food is served you can tell that the owners take pride in what they do. I have a nice piece of leek quiche with a side salad and a piece of their homemade brown bread. It was great and I wish I had the chance to try more. Warp technology should be real so that I could head over to Cong on a daily basis for a lovely lunch. Visiting Cong? Do consider this place for lunch. It will make you happy.

The stars are for the guys working there today who helped when I burned my hand very seriously…read moreafter they didn't put the lid properly on a very scalding hot Americano. Thank you to them. A lady working there gave my husband a rude lecture about how Americanos are made with boiling water, no apology, no kindness. We know that. Also note that as a person who has had thousands of americanos in my life, this one with oat milk was way hotter than normal. If you go there please be aware that the way they don't put the lids on drinks properly and you may be injured. I get that accidents happen but saying sorry and being decent go a long way.

Apr 9, 2025 Great breakfast, highly recommend, if you have…read moretime. This place gets very busy and seems popular with the locals. Coffee was delicious and the very welco

Fabulous cute spot on Eyre Square with fast and friendly service and huge delicious portions and…read moregreat coffee! - scramble with sourdough - 5/5 four eggs! Ordered side of bacon and made myself two open faced breakfast sandwiches enough for two people to share (I almost ate 2/3) - wild mushroom fried egg on Irish soda bread - 5/5 my partner finished this one by himself Great music great vibe great food! Definitely check out Esquires when in Galway (all day breakfast too!)

Outstanding scrambled eggs and coffee. Yes there are lines and it is hard to get a seat but one…read morevisit and you will understand why.

Really prompt friendly service. Had a great breakfast here recently - €8 for 2 sausages, 3 slices…read moreof bacon, beans, fried potatoes, toast and a cup of coffee. For that price you really can't go wrong.

Our friendly driver suggested Puddleducks for breakfast or lunch and I am so happy he did. We…read moreenjoyed a couple meals here at lunch time and I am happy to report that the sandwiches we ordered were very appealing to the eye and the palate. I also enjoyed a pot of tea with what I would have to suspect was homemade lemon meringue. Delicious! I also have to make note that they do also offer ice cream here. I was pleasantly surprised that they had bubble gum flavor. I have been looking for this flavor back home in the states with no success. Who would have guessed I would find it deep in the Irish countryside.

What a cute little coffeeshop on the border of County Mayo!…read more My tour group stopped in Cong for a 45-minute breather with the option to meander around the tiny village. Puddleducks was the closest shop to the bus. Usually I'd wander a bit to find the "best" coffee option, but I was enchanted by this business' adorable name and didn't look any further. I wasn't the only one with the idea. While I was second in line, many more tour goers queued behind me. Only a couple girls were working at the time and looked somewhat frazzled by the sudden crowd. They suggested we grab seats to be served efficiently. However, I mentioned that I was looking for a takeaway rather than dine in and was served immediately. I ordered a vanilla latte without looking at the menu in advance. It was 2.50 euro and served fast and hot. It was so nice walking around in the slight chill and drizzle with the drink in hand. I'd recommend a stop to Puddleducks if you're in the area or your tour makes a pit stop.

Jungle Cafe is a quirky, relaxed spot right in the heart of Galway's bustling streets, somehow…read moreseamlessly blending tropical inspiration with cozy European café energy. From the outside, colorful signage and lush plant accents give off an inviting, sunshine-meets-Galway vibe; inside, the décor leans into greenery and relaxed seating that feels friendly and laid-back. There's a full, lush garden area within the actual restaurant, complete with bamboo barriers, palm fronds, wicker seating, and plush couches. At around 11:30am on a Sunday, my party of eleven was looking for a cute brunch spot close o the Galway train station as we arrived for a day trip. Thanks to the courteous staff and some table rearrangement, they were able to seat our large party almost immediately, despite the space being almost full. The menu isn't too extensive, but has a variety of brunch dishes (there's a bit of a conundrum in that they serve brunch until 12:30pm, but they don't begin serving lunch after 1pm; I wonder what they do in the meantime?). They've essentially taken brunch classics and added their own fun, tropical twist, such as their "Mojo Rojo Toast" and Huevos Rancheros with a Brazilian twist. There's also a comprehensive drink menu, with coffee/tea, smoothies, and fresh-pressed juices. I began with their Double Espresso (€2.80), which came in a tiny, cute cup, with homemade sugar cubes on the side. I will say that as a group, we found their espresso overly acidic as compared to others we've sampled in Ireland, but it did the job in getting me sufficiently caffeinated. Others in my group enjoyed their Chai Lattes (€4.50)! For my main dish, I opted for their Cinnamon & Orange French Toast (€14), which consisted of two hearty slices of crusty bread soaked in custard, topped with creamy mascarpone, tangy pineapple salsa, and a crunchy oat crumble. This was a lovely variety of flavors and textures, and I love how the unsweetened mascarpone provided a richness to the dish without any sweetness. There was also fresh orange slices and passionfruit on the side, which provided a tropical touch! I also enjoyed the small drizzle of caramel syrup and powdered-sugar dusting over the top, which was a thoughtful touch of sweetness. My one note is that I do wish the toast itself were soaked a bit longer in the custard, as I found it a bit dry. According to my group, other standout dishes included the Overnight Oat Jar (€7.50), the Huevos Rancheros (€16), and the Smashed Avocado on Toast (€14.50). We truly enjoyed our time at Jungle Cafe; service was kind and efficient, the food was tasty, and it strikes that sweet spot between café casual and just a bit out-there. In general, Jungle Cafe sits in the moderate price range for Galway; while I usually wouldn't pay €14 for French toast, the creativity and fresh ingredients made it feel worth the spend when you want a fun, vibrant meal. It's the perfect place for brunch with friends or a casual lunch after exploring the city.

Such a great spot for a coffee and bite to eat! Food was delicious and sitting in the back room…read morewith all the plants was such a fun vibe

Don't bother. Seems it's closed for good. Google maps can't find it and when driving through the…read moretown it is nowhere to be found.

Good carvery selection for lunch…read more Long lines move quickly; they can easily feed a lot of tourists in a hurry! Good pre-fab carvery selection of hot foods; for carnivores like me - and they also have vegetarian options. Full bar selection available at the bar, or from the cafe-food line. Food prices are reasonable, but the drink orices can skyrocket quickly. $$$. Watch your bar tab; these drinks are a little pricier than at most pubs. Food is good though!

If you are looking for really fantastic, locally sourced food then you should try Ginger Lou's. The…read morecafe is really nice and spacious and I got an instant homey vibe. Lou herself greeted us with a big smile and some menus to peruse. They have a really great selection, with daily specials to boot. I went for the BLT which comes with a cup of soup, butternut squash in this instance. I also got a flat white coffee. The BLT was lovely. The bacon was crispy and I could get that smokey taste. It came with a handful of crisps. The cup of soup was a really nice accompaniment. I wish I had of left room for cake because they looked lovely. Ginger Lou's is a must, great food and great service. Definitely worth stopping by for food and to support a fantastic local business. Tip: They have free WiFi. Can this place get any better.

Great healthy food, good selection and daily specials, all day breakfast from local produce…read more Veggie sandwiches with side salad is delicious. Amazing chicken wings!with blue cheese sauce on side to dip. Stuffed mushrooms, bacon and cabbage in pasty really tasty and filling. Banana spilt vanilla pod with sprinkle of nuts and jam and quality coffee to finish!

Very eclectic atmosphere! A little bit rustic and little bit artsy. Service was great and staff…read morewere friendly. The food was great and menu changes depending on time of day. The place can get a little cozy, and there can be a wait. Recommend making reservations.

Reservations were really easy to book from their website. This is one of the more popular…read morerestaurants so if you don't have a reservation be prepared to wait. It's very cute and homey inside. And the staff is very attentive. The menu does change throughout the day and they serve breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. I recommend getting the pea risotto which was creamy and comforting with the perfect crunchy bits of bacon. The sea trout was also delicious. Crispy skin on the fish and the freshness from the gremolata brought the dish together well. The cod and mussels were a miss for me. I found them both to be a bit too salty for my pallet. The side of broccoli & cauliflower was just roasted veggies with a dollop of curry butter on top nothing fancy.

Actual location called Mama Rich on Apple Maps!…read more Mama Rich was an incredible restaurant and truly a hidden gem in Galway's city center. When we arrived we were seated promptly and helped virtually immediately. The food was so delicious- I got the salt and pepper chicken with fried rice and my partner got the Malay Kung Po Beef. Highly recommend this place to anyone in the area!

It's been 10 days and I needed a break from meat and potatoes, so i trekked through the rain and…read moreheaded to this random thai place in Galway. On google maps, it's called Mama Rich so I don't know if this place is called Mama Rich or Papa Rich, but it's good thai food and friendly welcoming service. I didn't have much time so I ordered some Tom Kha Gai (warning: mildly spicy) , egg rolls, and steam buns, which turns out are more of a steam bun taco than a round sealed bun I'm used to. It was more food than I was expecting but curbed my cravings for something that wasn't Irish food.