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<p>If your day is divided between counting down the minutes until it’s acceptable to nip out for lunch and are already planning what tomorrow’s midday meal might be, look no further. Discover the best spots to visit in Galway for a bit of lunch below…</p>
<h4>Gourmet Food Parlour</h4>
<p>There’s nothing like enjoying a delicious lunch by the seaside, so the next time you get a chance to book yourself in for a midday meal out at <a href="https://thisisgalway.ie/eat-galway/gourmet-food-parlour/">Gourmet Food Parlour</a>. Their menu is guaranteed to suit every taste, options include their famous roast chicken sandwich, superfood salads, curries and the essential dessert to keep you fueled throughout the rest of your day. A lunch out at Gourmet Food Parlour is always a treat for the senses.<br />
14 Lenaboy Gardens, Salthill / <a href="https://www.gourmetfoodparlour.com/cmsfiles/Lunch-Salthill.pdf">more here</a></p>
<h4>Kai Restaurant</h4>
<p>One of Galway’s most popular lunch spots, <a href="https://thisisgalway.ie/eat-galway/kai-cafe-restaurant/">Kai Restaurant</a> should be on every Galway visitor’s bucket list. With an atmosphere that is as wholesome as the people who work there you are certain to fall in love with this Galway’s Westend eatery as soon as you step in the door. The menu here is constantly changing in order to showcase the best seasonal local produce so rest assured you are in for a treat no matter whether it’s your first time at Kai or your umpteeth.<br />
22 Sea Road, Galway’s Westend / <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kai_galway/">more here </a></p>
<p><a href="https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/kai-1.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-102571" src="https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/kai-1.jpg" alt="" width="820" height="820" srcset="https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/kai-1.jpg 820w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/kai-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/kai-1-410x410.jpg 410w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/kai-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/kai-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/kai-1-100x100.jpg 100w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/kai-1-200x200.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px" /></a></p>
<h4>Rúibin Bar &amp; Restaurant</h4>
<p>Specialising in contemporary Irish food, <a href="https://thisisgalway.ie/eat-galway/ruibin/">Rúibin Bar &amp; Restaurant</a> is the perfect place to enjoy a laid-back lunch with an unbeatable view of the historic Galway Docks. Their lunch menu appeals to every palate and if you are feeling in need of an alcoholic boast, their menu also includes the hangover cure classic &#8211; Bloody Mary and Breakfast Martini. For amazing food that will never disappoint it has to be Rúibin.<br />
1 Dock Rd, The Docks / <a href="https://www.ruibin.ie/copy-of-bar-snacks-2">more here </a></p>
<h4>Mr Waffle</h4>
<p>The amazing selection of both sweet and savoury options on <a href="https://thisisgalway.ie/eat-galway/mr-waffle/">Mr Waffle</a>’s menu and their ideal location, makes them one of the best spots in Galway to enjoy your lunchtime. Offering a wide varying menu of fair-trade coffee and teas, breakfast crepes, quesadillas, sandwiches, healthy salads, and of course their signature waffles. &#8211; no matter if you’re in the mood for something sweet or savoury, there’s something for every taste at Mr Waffle.<br />
Newcastle Rd, Newcastle / <a href="https://www.mrwaffle.ie/">more here</a></p>
<p><a href="https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Mr-Waffle-Pancake.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-73846" src="https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Mr-Waffle-Pancake.jpg" alt="" width="820" height="820" srcset="https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Mr-Waffle-Pancake.jpg 820w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Mr-Waffle-Pancake-150x150.jpg 150w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Mr-Waffle-Pancake-410x410.jpg 410w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Mr-Waffle-Pancake-768x768.jpg 768w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Mr-Waffle-Pancake-300x300.jpg 300w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Mr-Waffle-Pancake-100x100.jpg 100w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Mr-Waffle-Pancake-200x200.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px" /></a></p>
<h4>McCambridges of Galway</h4>
<p>Ordering yourself a delicious custom made to order sandwich and coffee from <a href="https://thisisgalway.ie/shop-galway/mccambridges-of-galway/">McCambridges of Galway</a> is a Galway lunchtime favourite. With a variety of fillings to choose from, no two sandwiches have to be the same. So, you get to enjoy new flavours every time you dine at McCambridges. If you’re not in a rush, we recommend sitting out in their outdoor area and partaking in a bit of people watching while you tuck into your delicious custom made sambo.<br />
38-39 Shop St, City Centre / <a href="https://www.mccambridges.com/">more here</a></p>
<h4>The Kings Head</h4>
<p>A popular choice for all the seafood lovers, <a href="https://thisisgalway.ie/drink-galway/the-kings-head/">The Kings Head</a> has built up an incredible reputation for their food menus and their lunch menu is no exception. What better way to treat the senses than enjoying a scrumptious midday seafood feast of crab claws, chowder, oysters and their famous Galway beer battered fish and signature chips. Paired with their own exclusive Blood Red Ale, trust us when we tell you that lunchtimes at The Kings Head is an experience not to be missed.<br />
15 High St, Latin Quarter / <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thekingsheadgalway">more here</a></p>
<p><a href="https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/kings-head-1.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-102573" src="https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/kings-head-1.jpg" alt="" width="820" height="820" srcset="https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/kings-head-1.jpg 820w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/kings-head-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/kings-head-1-410x410.jpg 410w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/kings-head-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/kings-head-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/kings-head-1-100x100.jpg 100w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/kings-head-1-200x200.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px" /></a></p>
<h4>Busker Brownes</h4>
<p>Ideally located in the Latin Quarter, Galway’s popular party venue <a href="https://thisisgalway.ie/drink-galway/busker-brownes/">Busker Brownes</a> is also a brilliant spot for enjoying some delicious lunch time treats in a cosy atmosphere. They’ve got all the classic lunch options from toasted sandwiches and salads to soups and chowders, so you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing your lunchtime dish.<br />
5 Cross St Upper, Latin Quarter / <a href="https://www.buskerbrownes.com/bar-lunch-menu">more here</a></p>
<h4>The Lighthouse Café</h4>
<p>With locations in both the City Centre and Terryland, <a href="https://thisisgalway.ie/eat-galway/the-lighthouse-cafe/">The Lighthouse Café</a> is the place to go for a taste of yummy vegan and vegetarian goodies. Almost everything you will find on their menu has been made in-house by their incredible team. Lunchtime offerings include a variety of salads, hotpots, sandwiches, soups, pastries and much more. Remember to pay them a visit on your next lunch break and check out what they’ve got to offer for yourself.<br />
8 Abbeygate St Upper, City Centre / <a href="https://thisisgalway.ie/eat-galway/the-lighthouse-cafe/">more here </a><br />
Unit 3, Terryland Retail Park, Headford Rd / <a href="https://thisisgalway.ie/eat-galway/the-lighthouse-cafe-terryland/">more here</a></p>
<p><a href="https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/The-Lighthouse-Terryland-3.png"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-75258" src="https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/The-Lighthouse-Terryland-3.png" alt="" width="820" height="820" srcset="https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/The-Lighthouse-Terryland-3.png 820w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/The-Lighthouse-Terryland-3-150x150.png 150w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/The-Lighthouse-Terryland-3-410x410.png 410w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/The-Lighthouse-Terryland-3-768x768.png 768w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/The-Lighthouse-Terryland-3-300x300.png 300w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/The-Lighthouse-Terryland-3-100x100.png 100w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/The-Lighthouse-Terryland-3-200x200.png 200w" sizes="(max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px" /></a></p>
<h4>The Skeff Late Bar &amp; Kitchen</h4>
<p>Serving up their amazing lunch menu seven days a week from 12pm, <a href="https://thisisgalway.ie/drink-galway/the-skeff-late-bar-kitchen/">The Skeff </a>will never disappoint when it comes to high quality delicious food for exceptional value. With a menu that consists of all your bar favourites and a cocktail menu that’s to die for, if you plan to catch up with friends over a delicious lunch, this might just be the spot for your midday rendezvous.<br />
27 Eyre Square / <a href="https://www.theskeff.ie/kitchen/">more here </a></p>
<h4>1520</h4>
<p>If you’re the person who always struggles picking just one option off menus, then lunchtime tapas at <a href="https://thisisgalway.ie/drink-galway/1520/">1520</a> is just what you need. Their menu offers a variety of innovative small plates which are perfect for sharing with friends and also includes a wide choice of non-meat and vegan options. With an emphasis on showcasing the best West of Ireland produce, the small plates at 1520 combine traditional Irish dishes with a Mediterranean influence and they are every bit as delicious as they sound so be sure you and your friends get to enjoy a tapas lunch out at 1520.<br />
14 Quay St, Latin Quarter /<a href="https://1520.ie/menus/"> more here</a></p>
<p><a href="https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/1520-tapas-1.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-75106" src="https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/1520-tapas-1.jpg" alt="" width="820" height="820" srcset="https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/1520-tapas-1.jpg 820w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/1520-tapas-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/1520-tapas-1-410x410.jpg 410w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/1520-tapas-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/1520-tapas-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/1520-tapas-1-100x100.jpg 100w, https://thisisgalway.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/1520-tapas-1-200x200.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px" /></a></p>
<h4>The Cellar</h4>
<p>Located just off Eyre Square, the famous food menu at <a href="https://thisisgalway.ie/drink-galway/the-cellar/">The Cellar Bar</a> is well worth checking out. Packed full of exquisite flavours, they have everything from burgers and main courses to wraps and baps so you are certain to find something to suit you at this City Centre spot. We recommend their famous Hellmann’s All Ireland award winning The Cellar Cajun chicken sandwich which really does taste as good as it sounds.<br />
12 Eglinton St, City Centre / <a href="https://thecellar.ie/">more here </a></p>
<h4>Rouge</h4>
<p>When it comes to enjoying a lunchtime takeaway, the deli counter at the French restaurant <a href="https://thisisgalway.ie/eat-galway/rouge/">Rouge </a>has everything you need. Stocked with everything from fluffy quiches and Croque monsieurs to sandwiches and salads. You’ll even find fully-prepared dishes such as ragout, chowder and tagine ready for takeaway in recycled glass jars. If you’re after a lighter meal, Rouge also offers a huge range of crispy pastries filled with light custard, smooth chocolate and zingy fruits. So no matter what you’re in the mood for, you are certain to find something you’ll love at Rouge.<br />
38 Dominick St Lower, Galway’s Westend /<a href="https://thisisgalway.ie/eat-galway/rouge/"> more here</a></p>
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