Best Lunch Restaurants in Galway City Centre

13 restaurants available nearby

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1. Merchant bar and Restaurant

3.8

Excellent(31)

Price: Moderate

• International • Galway City Centre

Booked 1 time today

Discover Merchant Cafe & Bar, a gem nestled in the heart of Galway. Adjoining the Eyre Square Hotel, Merchant Cafe & Bar combines the charm of a classic cafe with the liveliness of a modern bar, our venue offers a distinct and engaging experience.Sample our menu, carefully curated to meld international flavours with locally sourced ingredients. Our chefs' expertise shines in dishes that beautifully blend innovation with tradition. From a bustling daytime cafe to a vibrant lunch and dinner spot that transitions seamlessly into a lively nighttime bar, we cater to diverse tastes.Our ambience reflects our dedication to creating lasting memories. The fusion of contemporary design and rustic elements in our decor provides an inviting setting, perfect for intimate gatherings or joyous celebrations. Join us at Merchant Cafe & Bar and experience a space where style meets comfort.

2. Caprice

4.2

Awesome(80)

Price: Moderate

• Cafe Dining • Galway City Centre

Booked 5 times today

✨Discover the charm of Caprice Restaurant in downtown Galway! We serve up delicious brunch and lunch every day, and our weekend dining is a treat you won't want to miss. Come enjoy tasty dishes in a cozy atmosphere that'll make your dining experience special every time.✨

3. Queen Street

4.0

Excellent(116)

Price: Moderate

• International • Galway City Centre

Booked 6 times today

Queen Street, Galway's new Gastro bar located in the corner of Eyre Square within the Victoria Hotel. Our bar offers delicious food, an impressive selection of cocktails, beers, wine and spirits with a wonderful atmosphere to ensure all your needs are catered for.At Queen Street, we take pride in our freshly prepared dishes cooked to order. This commitment ensures that every customer experiences QueenStreet at its very best.Our doors open at 11am every morning, serving barista-style coffee and freshly made café options. Food is served from 12pm throughout the week and on bank holidays, with last seatings at 8:30pm every evening. Our bar service is also available after this time, serving until late.We cater to all dietary requirements and offer an exciting menu that includes vegetarian and vegan options. Our team is always on hand to make your experience as enjoyable as you deserve.Come and experience QueenStreet, where great food, cocktails, and a wonderful atmosphere await you!

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4. Gaslight Brasserie

3.8

Excellent(175)

Price: Moderate

• Irish • Galway City Centre

Booked 5 times today

The Gaslight Brasserie is the perfect dining venue, located at the Hardiman Hotel overlooking Eyre Square. Breakfast is served daily from 07.00am. With excellent Dinner Menus from 18.00.Our head chef is Dominique Majecki, originally from France, Dominique has previously worked in The G Hotel, The Lodge at Ashford and Glenlo Abbey.As you enter our Gaslight Brasserie, you are greeted with warm white walls and mirrors - enriched with burgundies and teals. This is a luxurious relaxed Dining space.Our Gaslight Evening menu is served from 6.00pm till 9.30pm dailyMeet your friends, celebrate with colleagues or enjoy a date night at The Gaslight safe in the knowledge you are choosing delicious food and high quality service, with our famous welcome.

5. Kirby's

4.6

Exceptional(178)

Price: Moderate

• European • Galway City Centre

Booked 3 times today

Kirby's offer a relaxed dining experience in modern surrounds. Savour the best of local produce cooked with a modern twist. An extensive wine list is available with and emphasis on New World wines. Assured of a warm and friendly welcome and value for money, Kirby's is the ideal venue for a night out with friends or when celebrating that special occasion. Indoor & outdoor seating is available ( subject to the Irish weather )Our booking platform accepts reservations up to 6 people, should you wish to make a booking for more people please email us with your enquiry on events@buskerbrownes.com .Come to eat , Stay to party!

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6. The Hardiman - Oyster Bar

3.4

Very Good(38)

Price: Moderate

• Irish • Galway City Centre

Booked 1 time today

The Oyster Bar in Galway is located at The Hardiman and features Victorian sash windows with views of Eyre Square. Enjoy a quiet reprieve and relax in the stylish surroundings with your favourite tipple.

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7. Sophie's @ The Dean Galway

4.3

Awesome(701)

Price: Moderate

• European • Galway City Centre

Booked 18 times today

Rooftop Dining in Galway City Centre Soak in the views whilst you dine at Sophie’s rooftop restaurant, complete with amazing panoramic views of Galway City, whatever the weather. Blazing sun, howling gales, she’s just beautiful. And fun. And friendly. And tasty.Our chefs pack every mouthful with international and Irish flavours. We’ve also got a range of cocktails so good you’ll wanna work your way through the entire menu.We serve breakfast and dinner 7 days a week. We do lunch on weekdays and brunch at the weekend.If you haven't found your desired time please get in touch with us at bookgalway@sophies.ie

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8. Elephant & Castle - Galway

3.9

Excellent(234)

Price: Moderate

• American • Galway City Centre

Booked 18 times today

The West of Irelands first Elephant and Castle is finally here! Located less than a minute walk from Galway’s City Centre, Eyre Square, you can find the restaurant on the ground floor of the newly built Dean.A beautiful large island bar is the centrepiece of this space, with specially commissioned hand-crafted stitched leather panels. It is a local gathering place for family and friends.With an innovative menu that brings together old world flavours and contemporary international cuisines. Every plate is packed with fresh, honest, tasty food, created with the very best Irish produce. From the fluffy omelettes, Caesar salads and juicy burgers and world famous Chicken WingsWe focus on friendly, laid-back service; tasty as ever food and a relaxed atmosphere - everything Elephant & Castle lovers have come to expect we’re bringing to the Dean Galway.

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9. Gourmet Food Parlour - Salthill

3.9

Excellent(498)

Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Salthill

Booked 15 times today

The first Gourmet Food Parlour outside of Dublin, sitting just west of Galway city in the bustling townland of Salthill overlooking Galway Bay. Serving up a range of delicious dishes for breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, as well as a range of wines and cocktails to top off your visit!*A discretionary service charge of 10% will be added to the bill for parties of 8 or more. 100% of tips go to our staff.

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10. The g Hotel – Signature Lounges

3.7

Very Good(92)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Galway’s West End

Booked 2 times today

The g Hotel & Spa extends across three Signature Lounges & a beautiful Cocktail Bar, each designed by world-famous milliner to the stars Philip Treacy. While each of these stunning guest areas have their own individual personality, all of them provide a beautiful location for bites, meals & Afternoon Tea, with friends, family or colleagues.In our iconic Grand Salon, you can relax under an incredible mirrored lighting display created in collaboration with infamous lighting designer Tom Dixon. Alternatively, you can go through to our famous Pink Room and sit beside bright paneled walls that look down on monochrome geometric rugs. Or perhaps you might prefer lying back and unwinding in our elegant Gentlemen’s Lounge.Wherever you end up, you can wait in complete comfort as our large team of industry-leading chefs uses the finest local produce to perfection. When your food is ready, our highly-trained waiters are on hand to deliver it with the 5-star service

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Maria
Connacht •1 review
5.0
Dined on 12 Nov 2024
Beautiful Gastro Bar right in the city centre but without the hustle and bustle. Very spacious and relaxing so you can enjoy your lunch without being bothered by other tables around you. Love the decor. Very reasonably priced lunch menu with a good selection to choose from. Food was fresh and tasty and served in a timely manner. Great service
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Queen StreetPrice: Moderate• International• Galway City Centre
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4
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Aideen
New York City •2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 26 Oct 2024
Lovely decor, spacious and not noisy. Staff were very friendly and helpful . Food is delicious. Overall a really lovely and relaxed night out
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CapricePrice: Moderate• Cafe Dining• Galway City Centre
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4.2
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Adam
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 Oct 2024
The services was great. The staff was very attentive to our dining needs. The food was delicious. I’m very happy we went there for dinner.
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Kirby'sPrice: Moderate• European• Galway City Centre
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4.6
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John
Connacht •1 review
4.0
Dined on 26 Sept 2024
Delicious food. Great, friendly service. Our waitress was very good. Kevin was particularly good and a young male waiter who is a student was very good.
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Gaslight BrasseriePrice: Moderate• Irish• Galway City Centre
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3.8
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MariaS
Berlin •1 review
4.0
Dined on 31 Aug 2023
A nice and quite place. Good food ( I really liked the pear salad with goat cheese) service slow but the staff is kind
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Merchant bar and RestaurantPrice: Moderate• International• Galway City Centre
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3.8

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13 restaurants available nearby

1. Merchant bar and Restaurant

2. Caprice

3. Queen Street

4. Gaslight Brasserie

5. Kirby's

6. The Hardiman - Oyster Bar

7. Sophie's @ The Dean Galway

8. Elephant & Castle - Galway

9. Gourmet Food Parlour - Salthill

10. The g Hotel – Signature Lounges

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