Guidebook for Barna
Places to eat in Galway
Cosy corners, trendy, variety of beers, good wine, cocktails. Bar food is reasonably priced, suitable for all palettes, pizzeria and bakery onsite too. Large screen TV for sports, The Twelve Hotel is recommended by guests who visited Barna.
42 residents recomanen
The Twelve Hotel Galway
Barna RoadCosy corners, trendy, variety of beers, good wine, cocktails. Bar food is reasonably priced, suitable for all palettes, pizzeria and bakery onsite too. Large screen TV for sports, The Twelve Hotel is recommended by guests who visited Barna.
Situated in Barna village, only 8 minute walk from my home, Donnelly's is a traditional local pub, great variety of wholesome food. Enjoy a pint while tapping to Irish musicians on Saturday nights. Chat with locals, learn some Gaeilge!! Recommended by guests as being a highlight of their visit.
28 residents recomanen
Donnelly's of Barna Bar & Seafood Restaurant
Situated in Barna village, only 8 minute walk from my home, Donnelly's is a traditional local pub, great variety of wholesome food. Enjoy a pint while tapping to Irish musicians on Saturday nights. Chat with locals, learn some Gaeilge!! Recommended by guests as being a highlight of their visit.
Award-winning fish restaurant, 10 minute walk from my home. Wonderful views of the Atlantic, enjoy a variety of locally caught fresh fish cooked to perfection! A bit pricey, but a real treat!
54 residents recomanen
O'Gradys on the Pier
Award-winning fish restaurant, 10 minute walk from my home. Wonderful views of the Atlantic, enjoy a variety of locally caught fresh fish cooked to perfection! A bit pricey, but a real treat!
Menu has good variety, casual place, friendly service, reasonably priced. 3kms from Barna.
18 residents recomanen
Capones Galway
Kingston RoadMenu has good variety, casual place, friendly service, reasonably priced. 3kms from Barna.
McDonagh's
22 Quay StBest Fish n Chips in Ireland!!
For those on a budget, lovely authentic Asian food.
15 residents recomanen
Lana Salthill Asian Street Food
224 Upper Salthill RdFor those on a budget, lovely authentic Asian food.
Best Pizza in Galway! Busy though, they don't do pre-orders or take bookings, so get there early or you'll have to queue. Worth it though!
62 residents recomanen
The Dough Bros
1 Middle StBest Pizza in Galway! Busy though, they don't do pre-orders or take bookings, so get there early or you'll have to queue. Worth it though!
Vegan and Gluten free menus but also meat eaters. Fresh home cooked food, friendly staff, reasonably priced. Lovely for lunch.
Food for Thought
Abbeygate Street LowerVegan and Gluten free menus but also meat eaters. Fresh home cooked food, friendly staff, reasonably priced. Lovely for lunch.
Friendly staff, good service, good menu, something for everyone. Busy restaurant but will accommodate walk in off the street.
25 residents recomanen
McSwiggans Restaurant & Café Bar
3 Eyre StFriendly staff, good service, good menu, something for everyone. Busy restaurant but will accommodate walk in off the street.
Newly opened, just around the corner from the Bus Station and beside the Tourist Office, Hyde is a must visit! Very trendy and quirky decor, excellent food and service. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. My new favourite, for a drink or food ( a Gin bar for those who partake) Highly recommended!
Hyde Bar Galway
Forster StreetNewly opened, just around the corner from the Bus Station and beside the Tourist Office, Hyde is a must visit! Very trendy and quirky decor, excellent food and service. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. My new favourite, for a drink or food ( a Gin bar for those who partake) Highly recommended!
The Lighthouse Cafe
8 Abbeygate Street UpperSelection of Vegan and Vegetarian food
Kai was voted in the top 5 restaurants to dine in Galway. Top class chef, varied menu to suit every palette, a treat for you and those you love. Booking essential
123 residents recomanen
Kai Restaurant
22 Sea RdKai was voted in the top 5 restaurants to dine in Galway. Top class chef, varied menu to suit every palette, a treat for you and those you love. Booking essential
Delicious food, vegetarian options, Aniar comes highly recommended by locals and visitors to the city. Booking essential
36 residents recomanen
Aniar Restaurant & Boutique Cookery School
53 Dominick St LowerDelicious food, vegetarian options, Aniar comes highly recommended by locals and visitors to the city. Booking essential
Handsome Burger
49 Dominick St LowerBest burgers in town!
Dela Restaurant
51 Dominick St LowerAmazing food, reasonably priced
Coming into Galway, running late to check in.. The Huntsman is located on the outskirts of the city, excellent food, lots of parking
26 residents recomanen
The Huntsman Inn
164 College RdComing into Galway, running late to check in.. The Huntsman is located on the outskirts of the city, excellent food, lots of parking
Wonderful selection of Irish food, especially the exquisite lamb shank! Located in the heart of Quay Street
11 residents recomanen
The Quay Street Kitchen
1 Quay StWonderful selection of Irish food, especially the exquisite lamb shank! Located in the heart of Quay Street
Brasserie On The Corner
25 Eglinton StreetRecommended by guests
Beautiful location, on the beach, a traditional Irish bar, very good food, music Friday and Saturday nights..only 10 minutes drive from Barna... away from the hustle bustle of Galway city.
23 residents recomanen
Pádraicíns Seafood Bar & Restaurant
Beautiful location, on the beach, a traditional Irish bar, very good food, music Friday and Saturday nights..only 10 minutes drive from Barna... away from the hustle bustle of Galway city.
Hooked Barna
closed Monday and Tuesday. Highly recommended for excellent selection of fish.
Situated on the Salthill shoreline, the food and service are excellent. A wonderful ambience with views across Galway Bay
Blackrock Cottage
Situated on the Salthill shoreline, the food and service are excellent. A wonderful ambience with views across Galway Bay
Drinks & Nightlife
Enjoy a wide variety of bars and restaurants in Quay Street. Live music, entertainment, buskers,, it has it all!
53 residents recomanen
Quay Street
Quay StreetEnjoy a wide variety of bars and restaurants in Quay Street. Live music, entertainment, buskers,, it has it all!
Gather for that all important match, especially Rugby! Cool bar, good food, music, spot of dancing too!!
27 residents recomanen
An Pucan
11 Forster StGather for that all important match, especially Rugby! Cool bar, good food, music, spot of dancing too!!
Traditional Irish music played on weekends. Saturdays 5.30pm and again at 9.30pm . Wonderful atmosphere, city centre location.
60 residents recomanen
Taaffes Pub
19 Shop StTraditional Irish music played on weekends. Saturdays 5.30pm and again at 9.30pm . Wonderful atmosphere, city centre location.
Just 3 kms from Barna, Sheridan's is a bar/restaurant, has a couple of big screen TVs for watching matches, good bar food, wide selection of cocktails and beer. Enjoy a warm friendly welcoming atmosphere, a good pub to meet local people.
29 residents recomanen
Tom Sheridan’s
Clybaun RoadJust 3 kms from Barna, Sheridan's is a bar/restaurant, has a couple of big screen TVs for watching matches, good bar food, wide selection of cocktails and beer. Enjoy a warm friendly welcoming atmosphere, a good pub to meet local people.
Music venue, great lively atmosphere, live music gigs, check out their website.
90 residents recomanen
Roisin Dubh Comedy
8 Dominick St UpperMusic venue, great lively atmosphere, live music gigs, check out their website.
Great pub, good food, live music upstairs, full every Saturday night! Salsa night every Wednesday.Check out their website for upcoming artists.
64 residents recomanen
Monroe's Laughter Gaff
14 Dominick St UpperGreat pub, good food, live music upstairs, full every Saturday night! Salsa night every Wednesday.Check out their website for upcoming artists.
One of the biggest beer gardens in Galway, great atmosphere, summer BBQ, good pub!
51 residents recomanen
O'Connell's Bar
8 Eyre SquareOne of the biggest beer gardens in Galway, great atmosphere, summer BBQ, good pub!
Traditional Irish music from 7pm weekends. Recommend to get there early! Or sit outside late afternoon, sip a pint of Guinness while watching local entertainers dance and play music in the street!
92 residents recomanen
Tig Coili
Mainguard StreetTraditional Irish music from 7pm weekends. Recommend to get there early! Or sit outside late afternoon, sip a pint of Guinness while watching local entertainers dance and play music in the street!
A traditional Irish bar loved by locals, cosy corners, trad sessions, Guinness!!
131 residents recomanen
Tigh Neachtain
17 Cross Street UpperA traditional Irish bar loved by locals, cosy corners, trad sessions, Guinness!!
Taylor's Bar & Beer Garden
7 Dominick St UpperOld style pub, beer garden, good vibes
Sightseeing
Take a trip on the Corrib, view the city and relax. Check it out!
32 residents recomanen
Corrib Princess
WoodquayTake a trip on the Corrib, view the city and relax. Check it out!
A visit to Aran Islands is a must when in Galway. Aran Island Ferries will help you choose which island to visit and help you get there. Then, on yer bike!! Cycle around at your convenience or take a pony and trap ride around the area. Your driver will speak Irish, so you might learn a few words (cupla focal). Views, spectacular!! New ferry to the Cliffs of Moher from Galway docks..brings you to the Aran Islands and the Cliffs!
35 residents recomanen
Aran Island Ferries
37-39 Forster StA visit to Aran Islands is a must when in Galway. Aran Island Ferries will help you choose which island to visit and help you get there. Then, on yer bike!! Cycle around at your convenience or take a pony and trap ride around the area. Your driver will speak Irish, so you might learn a few words (cupla focal). Views, spectacular!! New ferry to the Cliffs of Moher from Galway docks..brings you to the Aran Islands and the Cliffs!
Situated in the heart of Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Garden is steeped in history, has wonderful walks through woodland and lakeshore. Visit the Gothic Church or have coffee and sample the local produce of the Benedictine Nuns. A lovely day out.
67 residents recomanen
Kylemore Abbey
Situated in the heart of Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Garden is steeped in history, has wonderful walks through woodland and lakeshore. Visit the Gothic Church or have coffee and sample the local produce of the Benedictine Nuns. A lovely day out.
View the two arches of the famous Spanish Arch, built in 1584 to protect the city quays. A stroll along The Long Walk is a must when visiting Galway city.
98 residents recomanen
Arc Espanyol
2 The Long WalkView the two arches of the famous Spanish Arch, built in 1584 to protect the city quays. A stroll along The Long Walk is a must when visiting Galway city.
The best way to view the Cliffs of Moher is by boat. Trips to the Cliffs take about 40 minutes, parking is 2 euro. You can also visit the Cliffs and Aran Islands ( Inis Oir) in one day before travelling to Galway. Book online www.doolinferries.com or call +353 (0) 65 707 5555 to get information and discount.
22 residents recomanen
Ferry de Doolin
The best way to view the Cliffs of Moher is by boat. Trips to the Cliffs take about 40 minutes, parking is 2 euro. You can also visit the Cliffs and Aran Islands ( Inis Oir) in one day before travelling to Galway. Book online www.doolinferries.com or call +353 (0) 65 707 5555 to get information and discount.
Parks & Nature
Short distance from the village, wonderful for a stroll with someone special, take a photo, have a cuddle!! Or have fun with the family, watch out for Bears! (?)
47 residents recomanen
Barna Woods
Cappagh RoadShort distance from the village, wonderful for a stroll with someone special, take a photo, have a cuddle!! Or have fun with the family, watch out for Bears! (?)
Only 20 minute walk from Barna village, a safe and sandy beach.
27 residents recomanen
Silverstrand Beach
Only 20 minute walk from Barna village, a safe and sandy beach.
Arts & Culture
Free entry, learn about the history of Galway. Have a coffee in the cafe on the way out.
141 residents recomanen
Museu de la Ciutat de Galway
Spanish ParadeFree entry, learn about the history of Galway. Have a coffee in the cafe on the way out.
Christmas Panto, Galway Art's Festival, Baboro. local and visiting artists perform here,, check out their website for upcoming shows. www.tht.ie
74 residents recomanen
Town Hall Theatre
1 Courthouse SquareChristmas Panto, Galway Art's Festival, Baboro. local and visiting artists perform here,, check out their website for upcoming shows. www.tht.ie
Shopping
Not just a clothing store, Standun has everything from hats to socks, art, jewellery, glassware, pottery.. all Irish made. Buy that someone special something special in Standun. Coffee shop on site, serving homemade foods.
15 residents recomanen
Standun
Not just a clothing store, Standun has everything from hats to socks, art, jewellery, glassware, pottery.. all Irish made. Buy that someone special something special in Standun. Coffee shop on site, serving homemade foods.
Arts and crafts from local craftspeople, everything from glass, pottery, jewellery, wool, painting, sculptures.. it has everything. Beautiful homemade food in coffee shop on site.
23 residents recomanen
Spiddal Craft Village & Café
Arts and crafts from local craftspeople, everything from glass, pottery, jewellery, wool, painting, sculptures.. it has everything. Beautiful homemade food in coffee shop on site.
A wonderful and unique store, not just for pottery, but you can find knick knacks, little presents that can be packed easily into a bag, hand made jewellery, paintings, clothes, hand painted scarves, gloves, handbags.... it's a gem of a store! One of my favourites!
20 residents recomanen
Judy Greene Pottery
Kirwan's LaneA wonderful and unique store, not just for pottery, but you can find knick knacks, little presents that can be packed easily into a bag, hand made jewellery, paintings, clothes, hand painted scarves, gloves, handbags.... it's a gem of a store! One of my favourites!
One of Galway's famous and oldest bookstores, you'll find new, bargain and secondhand books on a wide variety of subjects. Very helpful and informed staff to guide you to whatever subject you are looking for. Or just browse, it could take hours!! A beautiful store for book lovers.
49 residents recomanen
Charlie Byrne's Bookshop
Middle StreetOne of Galway's famous and oldest bookstores, you'll find new, bargain and secondhand books on a wide variety of subjects. Very helpful and informed staff to guide you to whatever subject you are looking for. Or just browse, it could take hours!! A beautiful store for book lovers.
Essentials
Open until 9.30pm, Clarke's is your one stop shop for all your essential needs, groceries, cosmetics, drinks,selection of readymade meals etc. Friendly service, ATM in store too.
11 residents recomanen
SuperValu Barna - Clarke's
Open until 9.30pm, Clarke's is your one stop shop for all your essential needs, groceries, cosmetics, drinks,selection of readymade meals etc. Friendly service, ATM in store too.
Open 24 hours, fill up your car with petrol or diesel, buy the newspaper or magazine, ice-cream or Costa coffee to go! Self-service laundrette attached.
Texaco Service Station
Barna RoadOpen 24 hours, fill up your car with petrol or diesel, buy the newspaper or magazine, ice-cream or Costa coffee to go! Self-service laundrette attached.
ALDI
Seamus Quirke RoadOpen until 9pm.
Convenience store, food, drink, toiletries etc.
High-end convenience store, food, drink, toiletries, clothing etc.
12 residents recomanen
Dunnes Stores - Knocknacarra Galway
Bóthar StiofáinHigh-end convenience store, food, drink, toiletries, clothing etc.
Open Mon to Fri until 9pm
Saturday open until 6.30pm
Sunday and Bank Holidays until 6pm
University Late Night Pharmacy
Newcastle RoadOpen Mon to Fri until 9pm
Saturday open until 6.30pm
Sunday and Bank Holidays until 6pm
Lidl
Western Distributor RoadFor all your essentials