Best Authentic Restaurants in Shantalla

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SteakhouseFrenchIndianJapaneseChinesePizzeria

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County ClareCounty LimerickCounty MayoGalway City

Areas

BunrattyCongGalway City CentreGalway’s West EndLimerick CityWestport

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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A photo of McSwiggans Steak & Seafood restaurant

1. McSwiggans Steak & Seafood

4.7

Exceptional(100)

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• Steakhouse • Galway’s West End

Booked 43 times today

For over forty years, McSwiggan’s has been at the heart of Galway life. Nestled in historic Woodquay – where land once met sea and market boats delivered produce to its door – this building has evolved from Cosgrove’s Pub in the 1920s to Patrick O’Flynn’s grocery store, and today stands as Galway’s award-winning gastropub.Here, exceptional food and crafted drinks meet genuine Irish hospitality. Whether you’re settling in for oysters and a pint by the fire, sharing a steak dinner with friends, or celebrating life’s milestones in our private rooms, McSwiggan’s offers a warm welcome and an atmosphere rich with character and community.

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2. Renao Bar & Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(286)

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• Chinese • Galway City Centre

Booked 4 times today

Renao Bar & Restaurant is authentic in its Chinese cuisine, sourcing local ingredients to recreate traditional dishes. Reviewers often mention the 'authentic dishes' and 'great food'. The decor and ambience are also noted to be 'lovely' and 'sophisticated', adding to the overall authenticity of the restaurant.

3. WA SUSHI

4.8

Exceptional(16)

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• Japanese • Galway City Centre

FROM JAPAN TO THE WORLDWe serve award winning healthy, well balanced & homemade fresh dishes locally sourced and cooked in Japanese traditional way. We are open for takeaway, indoor dining, omakase fine dining and sushi workshop. Please enjoy our sushi and activity with your way!

4. MacNeill's Bar

3.5

Very Good(67)

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• Irish • Galway City Centre

Nestled beneath the iconic Hardiman, MacNeill’s is a gastropub brimming with charm and character, offering a warm and intimate haven in the heart of Eyre Square, Galway. With its rich history and inviting atmosphere, MacNeill’s boasts a timeless Irish pub ambiance, enhanced by dark wood panelling, stained glass windows, and cosy nooks perfect for unwinding. Over the centuries, MacNeill’s has been a favourite spot for locals and it continues to blend tradition with a modern twist, making it the go-to destination for food, drink, and camaraderie.For Private parties or tables of 20 + please email us or call 091 564041.Live music every Thursday (Trad Session), Friday and Saturday evening.Live sports shown also each day.Serving Pub Food – lunch, dinner and small bites with the best pints and cocktails!Enjoy the best pub food around!

5. The Lane Winebar

4.8

Exceptional(15)

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• Wine Bar • Galway City Centre

Booked 4 times today

"Welcome to The Lane Wine Bar, a place where fine wine, quality cuisine, and warm hospitality come together in a single experience.Carefully selected wines from across Europe are paired with dishes prepared with care and inspired by local flavors, creating an experience designed to be shared and remembered.Whether you’re here for a relaxing evening, a wine tasting, a special celebration, or simply a good glass of wine in excellent company, our goal is to make every visit unique.At The Lane, passion, atmosphere, and attention to detail are at the heart of everything we do.Lorenzo looks forward to welcoming you and letting you experience this for yourself"

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6. Aryan s Pizza and Persian restaurant

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4.0

Excellent(1)

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• Persian • Galway City Centre

Small but absolutely unique, Aryan’s Persian restaurant and Pizzeria is one of Galway’s hidden gems bringing the rich flavors of Persian cuisine to Ireland. A warm, intimate place where saffron, pomegranate, fresh herbs, slow-cooked stews and authentic kebabs create a culinary experience rooted in one of the world’s oldest food traditions. Passionate, homemade and deeply authentic, this is comfort food with centuries of history behind it. All the food is homemade and we offer gluten-free, lactose-free, vegetarian and vegan options.

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7. Pat Cohan's Gastro Pub - The Quiet Man Bar

4.6

Exceptional(71)

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• Irish • Cong

Booked 10 times today

Pat Cohan’s Public Bar and Dining Room, the backdrop for the multi-Oscar-winning 1952 film, welcomes you to our Public Bar, Dining Room and Collection to enjoy authentic Irish food, drink, produce and crafts.Serving lunch and dinner made with fresh local produce together with a wide selection of drinks including craft beers and fine wines, we welcome you to enjoy delicious Irish food and drink in our relaxed historic setting. Take home some memories or a personal token from our Giftware Collection and Gallery, where you can make your own special connection to our unique past, place and film of this little piece of heaven in the West of Ireland.

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8. George V at Ashford Castle

4.5

Awesome(161)

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• Irish • Cong

Booked 3 times today

Ashford Castle has been hosting distinguished guests for almost 800 years – one of the most prominent being the Prince of Wales, who subsequently became George V of England. In honour of his visit in 1905, the Guinness family built a special dining room that still bears his name proudly to this day.The graceful setting, with rich, panelled walls and twinkling Waterford Crystal chandeliers bestows a grand sense of occasion. Our fine dining restaurant offers an expression of culinary expertise from the Estate reflecting Chef Liam Finnegan's flair for excellent produce and perfectly executed plates. Our dishes are complimented by a fine selection of wines from Head Sommelier Paul Fogerty.Choose from dishes such as our signature beef which is served from our carving trolley table side or, our daily catch of the day sourced from Irish waters. Please note a dinner jacket is required for gentlemen in the George V Dining Room.

9. MJ Hobans

4.4

Awesome(15)

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• Irish • Westport

Booked 4 times today

Welcome to MJ Hoban’s of Westport.Situated a stone’s throw from the iconic Octagon Monument, MJ Hoban’s Bar is a historic landmark Westport pub best known for a friendly welcoming atmosphere, good food and traditional Irish music entertainment.

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10. Olde Bridge Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(9)

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• Indian • Westport

Booked 3 times today

Located on charming Bridge Street in Westport, The Olde Bridge Restaurant offers a mouth-watering fusion of Indian and Thai cuisine crafted by Chef Pradip Shaw, who brings over 30 years of international culinary expertise to your plate. From rich tandoori curries to fragrant Thai stir-fries, each dish is freshly made with the finest ingredients. Known for generous portions, friendly service, and authentic flavours, The Olde Bridge Restaurant is a local favourite for couples, families, and groups alike.📞 098 27721 | 🌐 oldebridge.ie

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JulieGold
South Carolina •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 Jun 2026
After a busy few days at the Pubs it was nice to have a relaxing night with exceptional food, service, & ambience at McSwiggans!
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McSwiggans Steak & Seafood €€€€• Steakhouse• Galway’s West End
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4.7
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Ciara
Dublin •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 Jun 2026
Absolutely amazing the food was incredible and so reasonable and the staff were so attentive and friendly the cocktails were fab it was a 10/10 all round very pleased I would highly recommend!!
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Renao Bar & Restaurant€€€€• Chinese• Galway City Centre
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4.3
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Susan
New York City •34 reviews
4.0
Dined on 5 Jun 2026
We had a very good experience here on a rainy chilly evening. It was quiet, less of a scene, with good pub fare and great service.
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MacNeill's Bar€€€€• Irish• Galway City Centre
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3.5
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Julian
Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined on 31 May 2026
Outstanding and memorable experience from beginning to end. Sushi quality was 10/10 and the chef was a great host for our experience. Watch him work and always order more when prompted, you won’t regret a thing.
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WA SUSHI€€€€• Japanese• Galway City Centre
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4.8
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OpenTable Diner
Munster •1 review
5.0
Dined on 18 Feb 2026
This place came recommended by a friend. We really enjoyed our dining experience here. The food was very nice, the service was perfect too. We had a wine recommendation from server/owner which paired perfectly with our food. We will definitely be back…every time we are in Galway I hope. Vegan & Vegetarian options…yum.
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The Lane Winebar€€€€• Wine Bar• Galway City Centre
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4.8

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