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Kirbys  - Kirby's, Galway, Galway

Kirby's

4.2
4.2
127 reviews
€30 and under
European
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 generalmanager@buskerbrownes.com .

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2 people

19:00


Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    European
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (091) 569 404
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual

What 127 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Connacht

    Best Overall

  • Connacht

    Best Food

  • Connacht

    Best Service

  • Connacht

    Best Ambience

  • Connacht

    Best Value

  • Connacht

    Good for groups

  • Connacht

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Connacht

    Healthy

  • Connacht

    Great for fine wines

  • Connacht

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Connacht

    Lively

  • Galway City

    Most Booked

127 Reviews
  1. PamelaO

    Connacht

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 15 September 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Booked a table downstairs (we normally eat upstairs) and it was definitely a good idea - better service and much more lively. Staff were very efficient and service was excellent. My trio of fish from the specials menu was superb & the burger was also very good. Would recommend this restaurant to anyone.

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  2. GWal

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Varied menu - fish was delicious. Would revisit again

    Kirby'sResponded on 7 September 2023

    Hi GWal, Many thanks for taking the time to post your review which we have shared with our team. We look forward to hosting you on another occasion. Kind Regards The Kirby's Team

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  3. AnthonyR

    Jacksonville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 29 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Staff were super friendly and did not seem to mind that we stayed a long time

    Kirby'sResponded on 7 September 2023

    Hi Anthony R, Many thanks for your review, we are delighted to read that you enjoyed your visit to Kirby's. Kind Regards The Kirby's Team

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  4. ShirleyS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 August 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Good food not a huge selection but nice menu and staff very nice

    Kirby'sResponded on 7 September 2023

    Hi ShirleyS Thank you for your review. We appreciate all feedback. Kind Regards The Kirby's Team

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  5. Marie

    London

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 August 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Very busy so glad we went early. Best burger ever

    Kirby'sResponded on 7 September 2023

    Hi Marie, Thank you Marie for your very kind review which we have shared with our team. We greatly appreciate your feedback & look forward to hosting you on another occasion. Kind Regards The Kirby's Team

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Brisbane

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 20 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A lovely experience. Close to the action of the Latin quarter but not the crazyness. Food the best so far in Ireland after a week of average food experiences

    Kirby'sResponded on 23 August 2023

    Thank your for your very kind review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your visit to Kirby's and we look forward to hosting you again. Kind Regards The Kirby's Team

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  7. CJ2903

    Dublin

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 19 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff were so helpful & patient! I was there with my partner & in-laws, who don't speak English. We were very well liked after & the food was amazing! Everyone was impressed!

    Kirby'sResponded on 23 August 2023

    Hi CJ2903 Many thanks for your very kind review. We greatly appreciate the feedback & look forward to hosting you again. Kind Regards The Kirby's Team

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  8. MichaelG

    London

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 August 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience2
    Second time here and both times it has been really cold. Staff and service just ok. Would not return.

    Kirby'sResponded on 23 August 2023

    Hi MichaelG, Thank you for your review. We appreciate all feedback. Kind Regards The Kirby's Team

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  9. Sarah

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely bar and restaurant in the Latin Quarter of Galway. Excellent food and service. Highly recommend.

    Kirby'sResponded on 23 August 2023

    Hi Sarah, Thank you for taking the time to post your review, we greatly appreciate the feedback & the recommendation. We look forward to hosting you again. Kind Regards The Kirby's Team

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  10. EloF

    Dublin

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 11 August 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Food was really good, couldn't fault it. Service was a little slow but staff were very nice

    Kirby'sResponded on 23 August 2023

    Hi EloF, Thank you for your review, we appreciate all feedback and look forward to hosting your again. Kind Regards The Kirby's Team

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  11. LorraineS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really nice food good variety. Great service, I would definitely go again

    Kirby'sResponded on 23 August 2023

    Hi LorraineS, Thank you for taking the time to post your review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your visit to Kirby's and we look forward to hosting you again. Kind Regards The Kirby's Team

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really enjoyed the evening, friendly staff, beautiful food and cocktails 🍸 Will definitely be back

    Kirby'sResponded on 23 August 2023

    Thank you very much for your kind review which we have shared with our team. We look froward to hosting you again. Kind Regards The Kirby's Team

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  13. MaureenC

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 22 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a large group but made reservations by family. We had a great evening dinner and so appreciate the patience and accomodations of the staff ! The food was delicious and the cocktails were also. We highly recommend Kirby's for a lovely dinner and atmosphere !

    Kirby'sResponded on 2 August 2023

    Hi MaureenC, Thank you for taking the time to post your review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your visit to Kirby's & we greatly appreciate the recommendation. Kind Regards The Kirby's Team

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  14. Pamela

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely evening, great food and very attentive staff.

    Kirby'sResponded on 19 July 2023

    Hi Pamela, Many thanks for your very kind review. We greatly appreciate the feedback. Kind Regards The Kirby's Team

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  15. KaytlynF

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 July 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience2
    We went to Kirby's on our first night in Galway. It was a lovely spot to eat. We were seated upstairs towards the back, the air con was on and was quite chilly. The service was amazing, I didn't get the name of the girl serving us but she was tall with blonde hair. Very pilote and constantly had a smile on her face. Thank you!

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  16. Penny

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 1 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food, great service. Yes, I would recommend!

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  17. ClareM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 June 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    So the seafood platter was rather disappointing.... more garnish than seafood.

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  18. MarkH

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 June 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Very good service and food. The staff was very attentive. Would go back there again.

    Kirby'sResponded on 28 June 2023

    Hi MarkH, Thank you for taking the time to post your review. We greatly appreciate the feedback. Kind Regards The Kirby's Team

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  19. VikD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 May 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was just a great experience overall. The food is better there then some places much more expensive around town. The service was impeccable, lovely server we had. Just overall really great.

    Kirby'sResponded on 22 May 2023

    Hi, Thank you for your kind review! We are delighted to hear you had a great dining experience and that you were pleased with our standard of service here in Kirby's! We look forward to welcoming you back. Kind regards, The Kirby's Team

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  20. NatalieT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 May 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went with our two kids and it was amazing. Very nice restaurant atmosphere with an upscale pub feel. The food was amazing - we almost went to another place because it was a little more kid friendly, but I went with this place because I just got a great feeling. It was just perfect. A meat eater, two vegans and two kids and it was everything we could have hoped to find. The wine was also delicious.

    Kirby'sResponded on 17 May 2023

    Hi, Thank you very much for your kind review! We are delighted to hear you had a great dining experience with us here in Kirby's and that we were able to cater to all! We look forward to welcoming you back. Kind regards The Kirby's Team.

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  21. HazelC

    London

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 April 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Service very poor. Food sent back as chicken was pink. Curry was tasteless.

    Kirby'sResponded on 3 May 2023

    Hi, it is always our intention to do our very best to look after our customers. In this matter we did offer two solutions to rectify the matter to which both were declined. Thank you for taking the time to post your review. - we greatly appreciate all feedback. Kind Regards The Kirby's Team

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  22. Corniallius

    London

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 22 April 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience3
    The food was terribly bland, tasteless more or less and just seemed to be of such poor quality. First time here and I'll never go back.

    Kirby'sResponded on 25 April 2023

    Hi, Thank you for taking the time to post your review. - we greatly appreciate all feedback. Kind Regards The Kirby's Team

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  23. louisem

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 April 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Great place to dine, seated straight away, service was outstanding, food was delicious and ambience was great. Will definitely return and 100% recommend to everyone.

    Kirby'sResponded on 25 April 2023

    Hi, Thank you very much for your kind review! We are delighted you enjoyed your meal and the service with us here in Kirby's and we look forward to welcoming you back. Kind regards The Kirby's Team

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  24. AnneM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 April 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    The food was delicious. My daughter is a vegetarian and she also said it was fantastic meal. We would definitely go back. 😋

    Kirby'sResponded on 25 April 2023

    Hi, Thank you for your kind review. We are delighted you had a great dining experience here with us in Kirby's and that we could cater to you and your daughter. We look forward to welcoming you back! Kind regards The Kirby's Team

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  25. KenD

    Adelaide

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent meal. Best crème brûlée I ever had ( am 70 yrs old !) Staff couldn’t have been more helpful Good value for money .

    Kirby'sResponded on 25 April 2023

    Hi, Thank you for your kind review! We are delighted you had a great dining experience with us here in Kirby's. We look forward to welcoming you back. Kind regards The Kirby's Team

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  26. PamelaO

    Connacht

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 25 March 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    Kirby's is a lovely restaurant in the middle of Galway city centre. The food is always very good with beautiful fish dishes. Unfortunately the service is hit and miss with some of the staff being excellent and some staff being incredible inefficient.

    Kirby'sResponded on 5 April 2023

    Hi PamelaO, Thank you for taking the time to post your review. - we greatly appreciate all feedback. Kind Regards The Kirby's Team

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  27. EmilyM

    Leinster

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 26 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    A lovely place with great quality food. The staff were lovely

    Kirby'sResponded on 1 March 2023

    Hi EmilyM, Many thanks for your kind review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your visit to Kirbys. Kind Regards The Kirbys Team

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Connacht

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice service was good and food came relatively quick. Lovely staff I’ll be bsck again

    Kirby'sResponded on 1 March 2023

    Hi Thank you very much for taking the time to post your review. We are delighted to read that you enjoyed your visit to Kirbys. We look forward to welcoming you back. Kind Regards The Kirbys Team The Kirbys Team

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  29. JohnC

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 18 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Great service. Couldn’t fault it. Will definitely come back when in Galway. Thank you

    Kirby'sResponded on 1 March 2023

    Hi JohnC, Thank you very much for taking the time to post your review. We are very happy that you enjoyed our food & service. We look forward to welcoming you back. Kind Regards The Kirbys Team

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Leinster

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 17 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a lovely experience. Superb food and treated so well. Looking forward to the next time already

    Kirby'sResponded on 1 March 2023

    Hi, Thank you for your very kind review - a regular by the sounds of it. Thank you for your custom & we very much look forward to welcoming you back. Kind Regards The Kirbys Team

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  31. SuzM

    Dublin

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 11 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Really good food . Service good,staff very nice . Good value for what you’re getting

    Kirby'sResponded on 14 February 2023

    Hi SuzM, Thank you for taking the time to post your review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your visit to Kirbys . Kind Regards The Kirbys Team

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  32. Nicolle

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious, such good quality 5 stars! Service was fantastic, always noticed when drinks or water was low and came to ask if we needed anything- friendly staff and lovely restaurant

    Kirby'sResponded on 14 February 2023

    Hi Nicolle, Many thanks for your very kind review. We greatly appreciate the feedback. Hope to see you again. Kind Regards Mary Ann

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  33. DeirdreS

    Connacht

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 February 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Great welcome. Very good service. We enjoyed the food. Had fish and chips, and the trio fish special which was great. Will return next time we are in Galway.

    Kirby'sResponded on 14 February 2023

    Hi Deirdre, Many thanks for taking the time to post your review. We greatly appreciate the feedback and look forward to welcoming you back. Kind Regards The Kirbys Team

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  34. Sean

    New York Area

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 February 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience2
    Food was good but service very underwhelming. received starter and main course before any drink was served which is over a 40 minute wait. Whereabouts of drinks were enquired about however they still did not arrive until after main course was delivered. Sides that were ordered also did not arrive to the table until meal was nearly finished. Disappointing service otherwise over shadowed good food.

    Kirby'sResponded on 14 February 2023

    Hi Sean, Thank you for your review. We appreciate all feedback. Could we ask you to make contact with us directly on the following email please sales@westbrownholdings.co Kind Regards The Kirbys Team

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    Connacht

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 December 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Food we ordered came quite fast, but it was mediocre. Portions were quite small. Nothing special for this price.

    Kirby'sResponded on 29 December 2022

    Hi Thank you for taking the time to post your review - we appreciate the feedback. Kind Regards The Kirby's Team

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    34 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on 23 December 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    We reserved our table through OpenTable but Kirby's did not have our reservation so we had to eat in the bar, which was a nice change of pace. The steak and lobster was excellent, as usual, and the service was very good. Next time we will bring a copy of our reservation from OpenTable.

    Kirby'sResponded on 29 December 2022

    Hi Thank you for posting your review. Delighted to read that you enjoyed both the food & your time in Busker's despite the mix up with the reservation. We look forward to looking after you in Kirby's next time. Kind Regards The Kirby's Team

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  37. ColletteH

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 December 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    a very enjoyable experience. food exquisite . Staff very friendly and welcoming. Thank You.

    Kirby'sResponded on 10 January 2023

    Hi ColletteH, Many thanks for taking the time to post your review. We are delighted to read that you enjoyed your visit to Kirby's. Thank you for choosing Kirby's Kind Regards The Kirby's Team

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  38. AnieB

    Connacht

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 December 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Lovely food and service ... decorations for Christmas very festive! we were heading to a concert in nearby St Nicholas Church so it was a wonderful start to the evening and a great location. A wonderful beginning to our Christmas celebrations. Just one point which was really beyond the staff, the fire alarm was activated by an event in a nearby premises, & the doors were open - so at the beginning of our visit the staff were distracted by this noise & the restaurant was very cold due to the doors being open. Overall a very pleasant and enjoyable evening. Well done!!

    Kirby'sResponded on 6 December 2022

    Hi AnieB, Many thanks for your very kind review. Our apologies for any inconvenience caused due to the alarm. We look forward to welcoming you back to Kirby's at some point. Thank you for choosing Kirby's & we wish you a very Happy Christmas Kind Regards The Kirby's Team

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Munster

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 November 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was lovely. Service was prompt and cocktails were fab 👌🏼

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  40. Mully

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 November 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had dinner with 4 friends here sat night. Shared a starter platter, we all had different mains Food was Fab.

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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
    • Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

Kirby's is rated 4.2 stars by 127 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

19:00


Google Map for Kirby's

3/5 Cross Street Upper, Galway, Galway H91 DV52

Additional information

  • Area
    Galway City Centre
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking Details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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