Best Date Night Restaurants in Galway’s West End

10 restaurants available nearby

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1. Sophie's @ The Dean Galway

4.3

Price: Moderate

• European • Galway City Centre

Booked 13 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

2. Queen Street

3.9

Excellent(117)

Price: Moderate

• International • Galway City Centre

Booked 7 times today

LUNCH MENU 12-4pm, DINNER MENU 4-8.30pmQueen 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.Lunch is served from 12.00 to 16.00 and Dinner is served from 16.00 to 20.45 throughout the week and on bank holidays, with the last seatings at 10:30 pm 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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3. Elephant & Castle - Galway

3.9

Excellent(235)

Price: Moderate

• American • Galway City Centre

Booked 9 times today

Elephant & Castle in Galway offers a perfect date night experience. With its relaxed atmosphere, it's a local gathering place for friends and family. The restaurant is loved for its innovative menu that brings together old world flavours and contemporary international cuisines. Reviews highlight the 'lovely atmosphere', 'great service' and 'excellent food'. The chicken wings are particularly praised. Whether you're celebrating an anniversary or just want a cozy night out, Elephant & Castle is a must-visit.

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4. Gaslight Brasserie

3.9

Excellent(175)

Price: Moderate

• Irish • Galway City Centre

Booked 6 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.

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5. Merchant bar and Restaurant

3.7

Very Good(31)

Price: Moderate

• International • Galway City Centre

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.

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6. The Hardiman - Oyster Bar

3.3

Good(38)

Price: Moderate

• Irish • Galway City Centre

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.

7. Caprice

4.2

Awesome(80)

Price: Moderate

• Café • Galway City Centre

Booked 3 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.✨

8. GEO

4.7

Exceptional(191)

Price: Expensive

• International • Galway’s West End

Booked 3 times today

Welcome to GEO our newly designed restaurant. Experience ‘Never Ordinary’ dining.Geo means earth. It can also mean the world.Our inspiration comes from around the globe, but our ingredients come from just around the corner.Ireland has an embarrassment of culinary riches, with some of the world’s best seafood and produce pulled from our local farms and coastlines,just minutes and miles away from where you sit right now, and when you sit down at our table, that’s what you’ll get. In a more cheffy mood,we might use words like “provenance” and “terroir” to talk about our menu.But what we really mean is food that captures the energy and excitement of being right here, right now, in this exact place.Savoring the moment, the experience, the taste, and the company.

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9. The g Hotel – Signature Lounges

3.8

Excellent(93)

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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10. Renao Bar & Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(242)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Galway City Centre

Booked 4 times today

Renao Bar & Restaurant is a perfect date night spot, as per the reviews. With its sophisticated decor, tasty food, and good service, it creates a lovely atmosphere for a romantic evening. Many patrons highly recommend it for its great choices of food and drinks, friendly staff, and good value for money.

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Aisling
Sligo •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Very nice ambience but lounge menu could have a few more choices overall service and food was brilliant
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The g Hotel – Signature LoungesPrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Galway’s West End
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3.8
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Karen
Dublin •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Gorgeous dining area love the colour scheme. Food was great reasonably priced. Great location and great service staff were lovely and the manager gave us a treat for my friends birthday. Would recommend!!
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Queen StreetPrice: Moderate• International• Galway City Centre
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3.9
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Carol
Connacht •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 25, 2024
We arrived later and there was no problem, we’re seated beside window with fantastic view of the city, staff were excellent, food was delicious and desert came with a chocolate congrats on desert plate which was a lovely touch! Highly recommend
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Sophie's @ The Dean GalwayPrice: Moderate• European• Galway City Centre
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4.3
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Aideen
New York City •2 reviews
4.0
Dined on Oct 26, 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• Café• Galway City Centre
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4.2
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John
Connacht •1 review
4.0
Dined on Sep 26, 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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3.9

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. Sophie's @ The Dean Galway

2. Queen Street

3. Elephant & Castle - Galway

4. Gaslight Brasserie

5. Merchant bar and Restaurant

6. The Hardiman - Oyster Bar

7. Caprice

8. GEO

9. The g Hotel – Signature Lounges

10. Renao Bar & Restaurant

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