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Gaslight Brasserie, Galway, Co. Galway

Gaslight Brasserie

4.1
4.1
111 reviews
€30 and under
Irish
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 Lunch menus from 12.30 and Dinner Menus from 17.00.

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 Brasserie Lunch Menu is served from 12.30 till 4.30pm daily
Our Gaslight Evening menu is served from 5.00pm till 9.30pm daily

Meet 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.

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2 people

19:00


Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Irish

  • Hours of Operation

    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–10:30 am Lunch Daily 12:30 pm–4:45 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:15 pm

  • Phone number

    (091) 564 041

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive Chef

    Jonathan Mannion

Experiences

  • Father's Day

    €38.00 per person

    18 Jun 2023 only
    Celebrate in style this Father’s day and treat your loved one to Lunch in our beautiful Gaslight Brasserie with views of Eyre Square. Our Group Lunch Menu is 2 Courses €30 and 3 Courses €38

What 111 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Connacht

    Child Friendly

  • Connacht

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Connacht

    Healthy

  • Connacht

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Connacht

    Romantic

  • Connacht

    Good for special occasions

  • Connacht

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Connacht

    Most Booked

  • Galway City

    Best Overall

  • Galway City

    Best Food

  • Galway City

    Best Service

  • Galway City

    Best Ambience

  • Galway City

    Best Value

  • Galway City

    Good for groups

  • Galway City

    Lively

  • Galway City

    Most Booked

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  1. GregW

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Food and service fantastic, acoustics lead to a noisy dining experience interrupting the ambiance.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 May 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service and food were over and above what l expected, awesome is all l can say👌
  3. MaryB

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 April 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Terrible food taste unappealing looked like muck. We had the lamb last Monday night

    Gaslight BrasserieResponded on 29 April 2023Dear MaryB, I'm sorry to see such a low rating, if you would like to discuss your dining experience further please don't hesitate to contact me at astarnes@thehardiman.ie. Kindest regards, Alanna Starnes

  4. JackieR

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Food and a good wine menu. Staff very polite.
  5. VikkiW

    London

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 3 April 2023

    overall3food5service3ambience3
    Great food but not enough time in between courses to enjoy. The starter was very filling and no sooner had we finished the main was served, shame to waste such lovely food, but a rest between serving each course would be much better. Lovely food and setting otherwise.
  6. CimbaS

    Seattle

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 31 March 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Really expected more. The food was OK but nothing special. Limited choices for starters & entrees.
  7. cristina

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 31 March 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Very tasty meal in a beautiful hotel restaurant overlooking eyre square. I had the steak frites which was very good though I suspect the chips may not have been homemade. The mushroom and fried onion garnish, on the other hand, were delicious and done perfectly. The duck salad I started with was alright though the duck could have been less chewy. Vegetables were delicious and the perfect amount of oil and vinegar were used to dress. My husband had the beef which he absolutely enjoyed. It was tender and came with lovely vegetables and mash. Our service was good and we were never lacking in anything. I was a bit surprised that we were never served bread but other than that the service was familiar, friendly and thoughtful. The desserts were fabulous. The ice cream, fresh but not too sweet and the assortment of pastries exceptional. Lovely meal included in our hotel package and worth every penny.
  8. Annglod

    Connacht

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 March 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Our group of five had a very good meal including starters and main courses in the Gaslight Brasserie. The stand-out starter was the duck-salad and all of the main courses were very good with high praise for the prawn pasta, the venison dish and the fish and chips. The service was excellent and the staff were so helpful and pleasant. We all agreed to make a return visit very soon.
  9. WilliamD

    Connacht

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 March 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Generally very happy with everything except the rashers (bacon) which were over cooked or may have been under a heating light for a while before being served...
  10. DonN

    Munster

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 March 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    A la carte menu was varied to suit all tastes The dishes were full of flavour and cooked exactly as requested The only (minor) downside was that the soft minerals were 'flat' Even though not cheap, we would consider that the meal was value for money Staff are excellent Location and atmosphere were excellent
  11. JenF

    Connacht

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was fabulous as was the atmosphere. The gift for all of the mothers was such a nice touch
  12. MICHAELL

    Connacht

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 March 2023

    overall2food4service1ambience2
    Dinner served cold.returned to kitchen but had to wait ages for a heated replacement dinner.
  13. AMJMC

    Austin

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 March 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    We had breakfast there. Food was good and fairly quick to arrive after we ordered it. Enjoyed the unique atmosphere.
  14. AlanD

    Connacht

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Attentive staff. Excellent food with generous portions. Reasonably priced.
  15. Michael

    Dublin

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 13 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very impressed with Braised Daube of Beef. Very tender and well presented. Loved the Australian Shiraz. Three different restaurant staff were at our table at different points and we were very impressed with their professionalism and cheerful courtesy. Well done to all 👏
  16. Claire

    Connacht

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 January 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were exceptionally surprised by the level of service and quality of the food. The decor is very much relaxing. You would be quite happy to be here on your own and not feel as if you are out of place.
  17. DorothyF

    Dublin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    If I had a problem at all….. Food excellent Portions a little too big for me…. Staff excellent
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Connacht

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 December 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience2
    Overall a good experience just lacked a New Year’s Eve atmosphere…
  19. CGcgcgcg

    N. Ireland

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 31 December 2022

    overall3food4service2ambience2
    Good food. Expensive coffee, paper napkin, staff not smiling, good location
  20. 123eat

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 31 December 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We were one of very few diners for a brunch lunch on Christmas Eve day but the atmosphere was festive warm and welcoming. We had the beetroot starter and chicken wings both good. Then the beef which was delicious and prawns with marinated salmon also good. A perfect brunch choice.
  21. MichaelM

    Connacht

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 December 2022

    overall2food3service3ambience1
    So disappointing. The menu did not match the menu online, nor did it match the menu on display outside the front door so the dishes we wanted to order were not available to us. The second disappointment was the fact that we were the only diners in the restaurant. When I booked on the website the only vacancies available to us were, I think, 5.15, 6.30, 8.30 and 8.45. Yet when we arrive there was nobody dining. It was like a morgue.
  22. MaryL

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 December 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is a charming and elegant dining venue. The menu was attractive and the food was delicious.
  23. AnnMarie

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Most of my party had the curry and it was lovely, I had the steak and it wasn't great, expensive. The drinks service wasn't good unfortunately, delays. Coup cocktails weren't gr8.
  24. MargaretBurns

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 December 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We booked the santa experience and I will definitely be booking it for next year. Santa is the nicest man, the staff and the lovely elf. We had a great afternoon.
  25. Martinm

    Connacht

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 December 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely hotel wonderful staff was my partner's birthday they went over and beyond to make his day very special
  26. LindaM

    Connacht

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 December 2022

    overall2food3service1ambience2
    Was left waiting on someone to get us a drink I had to go to the bar after 40 minutes, very badly ran staff all over the place.
  27. CarolS

    Connacht

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 December 2022

    overall4food2service5ambience5
    Breakfast was poor, full Irish bacon was not great, avacado was not fresh, no beans, extra cost for omelette for 3 vegetarians on trip
  28. LevyL

    Connacht

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 December 2022

    overall2food1service2ambience2
    We were on a package with the hotel and dinner was included otherwise there is absolutely no way I would have paid €50 each for a very tasteless inadequate meal. My supposedly crispy duck starter was neither crispy or tasty and we both had turkey and ham which was utterly disappointing. Meat slices too thick, tiny bit of mash and 4 brussel sprouts. Dessert only just saved the meal, crumble was nice.
  29. CiaraR

    Dublin

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 December 2022

    overall2food3service1ambience3
    Good food but service was poor with a 40 minute wait for main course.
  30. ClaireG

    Connacht

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 December 2022

    overall4food3service4ambience5
    Beautiful place and good quality food. The only complaint I have is that the portions where tiny and my family were hungry after paying 20 euros per main dish. The waitress also took some of our plates away before everyone was finished which is unsettling. They should wait until everyone is finished.
  31. ElaineB

    Connacht

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 December 2022

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    I understand it was peak time and a busy Sunday, but service was very slow, had to ask a few times for sauces, water, no toast. Simple things. Food quality was OK, but for a good hotel standard was disappointing.
  32. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    8 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2022

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    Food was poor, starters quality poor duck salad was not edible Main courses of Turkey/Ham, Beef was acceptable. Service was good with staff very pleasant and replaced Duck starters immediately when asked.
  33. ShaneD

    Connacht

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 November 2022

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    The food was very average. Breakfast which was full Irish, white pudding and hash browns were Luke warm and cold.
  34. Linh

    Connacht

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 November 2022

    overall3food4service1ambience4
    The biggest issue was with the service. We had to ask several times for the same things. The service was incredibly slow. I waited so long for a coffee after our meal, I ended up cancelling it. They hadn’t even started making it at that stage.
  35. NiamhO

    Dublin

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 November 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a gorgeous setting in the heart of Galway overlooking Eyre Square, the staff are always attentive even when the venue is busy, food was delicious. The Hardiman is so festive at Christmas time, a real treat!
  36. MadisonS

    Portland

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for the Thanksgiving dinner and were not disappointed! The food was fab and a great deal for the amount we got. Definitely going back.
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Connacht

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 November 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    As usual, the Hardiman did not disappoint! Between aperitifs in the Oyster Bar served by chatty and humorous staff to the delicious lunch in Gaslight Brasserie! The group lunch was superb and since it was a graduation celebration, the welcome glass of Prosecco for the graduate was a lovely gesture!! A small point and only because the person himself is an avid fan, but the pint of Guinness could have been better ….no froth on the inside of glass for one!! Knowing the Hardiman, they will take this on board as constructive criticism and aim for perfection!😋
  38. PatriciaM

    Orlando

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 November 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Food at night brilliant, breakfast was great, a fantastic choice . All in all the food was very good, staff were excellent and I would highly recommend it
  39. LELE

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2022

    overall3food2service2ambience3
    convenient to have a breakfast in your package but wish you could just order eggs and a meat - not many choices included unless you wanted to pay extra
  40. ChristopherG

    Connacht

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 November 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent. Could not fault it in anyway

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waiting staff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Gaslight Brasserie is rated 4.1 stars by 111 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

19:00


Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Gaslight Brasserie

14/15 Eyre Square, Galway, Co. Galway H91 NFD2

Additional information

  • Area

    Galway City Centre

  • Hours of Operation

    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–10:30 am Lunch Daily 12:30 pm–4:45 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:15 pm

  • Cuisines

    Irish

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking Details

    None

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Jonathan Mannion

  • Additional

    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace

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