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Denotes genuine Irish food culture, ie special Irish food products/companies/producers, and highlights the best places to shop for regional and artisan foods; the selection excludes obvious 'non-Irish' elements regardless of quality, eg ethnic restaurants and specialists in coffee, wine and other drinks, unless relevant to local production or history. Eat & Stay establishments are chosen for their commitment to showcasing local produce and Irish hospitality. Outstanding Location, building or atmosphere Serious About Seafood Previous Georgina Campbell Guides Award Winner The "Best of the Best" - Only the very best establishments across various categories have been chosen for this accolade

O'Grady's on the Pier

In a stunning position, with views over the harbour and beach to distant mountains, Michael O’Grady’s charming seafood restaurant is a favourite destination among Galway diners.
Seats 85 (+ 25 outdoors). L daily 12.30pm-3pm, D 6pm-10pm. A la carte. Children welcome (highchair, children’s menu. Air conditioning. Closed over Christmas. Amex, MasterCard, Visa. abbreviations
Georgina Campbell

In a stunning position, with views over the harbour and beach to distant mountains, Michael O’Grady’s charming seafood restaurant is a favourite destination among Galway diners. It is a lovely spot on a fine summer’s day, with tables set up outside the restaurant, and old boats around the harbour adding to the atmosphere.


Inside, a low key interior with simple table settings and nautical and seafood-related décor has character; there are some contemporary elements (especially on the first floor), but tradition has also been allowed its place - the old fireplace has been retained, for example - and Michael’s aim is for his seafood to be “simply prepared and very fresh as my father did it years ago”.


This he and his kitchen team, headed up by Sligo chef Keith Carden, are doing very well, although world cuisine is given a little space too, notably among the daytime blackboard specials. Interesting dinner menus offer a wonderful choice, plus perhaps nine or ten extra daily special fish dishes.


Recent visits have found this charming place consistently on top form - the cooking skill and style is impressive, and attentive, helpful staff back up the kitchen well, ensuring that the laid back atmosphere is genuinely relaxing.


The ubiquitous tiger prawn may make a surprising appearance, but most of the wide range of fish and seafood is fresh local produce, delivered daily – among them Cleggan crab, Rossaveal clams, Galway oysters (in season), Galway Bay lobster, local mussels, Aran salmon, locally caught mackerel, and sea fish landed at nearby Rossaveal.


And the best dishes are the simplest: a starter of 12 oysters; Galway Bay lobster served with lemon & salad, perhaps, and main course of grilled whole Dover sole on the bone with lemon & parsley butter. The cooking is skilfully judged, and you should enjoy some of the most delicious seafood dishes you are likely to encounter anywhere. (Ever innovative, Michael was winner of our Creative Seafood Dish Award in 2001, and more recent awards include GCG/BIM Seafood Restaurant of the Year.)


There should be a good choice for non-seafood eaters; interesting dishes might include wild rabbit terrine among the starters and main courses such as Connemara lamb, and game - such as Dromoland venison - in season.  Desserts, such as a zesty pistachio & olive oil cake, with roasted strawberries and clotted cream, are worth saving some room for too, and there's an interesting mainly Irish cheeseboard.


Service, under the direction of the Restaurant Manager, Fiona Kenny, is always friendly and attentive, and the wine list is well chosen to match the menu.


*Kirwan's Lane, a sister restaurant in Galway City, also has a strong focus on seafood.

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  • Family Friendly
  • Location - Beach <1km
  • Location - Beach on site
  • Location - By the sea
  • Location - Peaceful
  • Location - Scenic
  • Location - Waterside
  • Open New Year
  • Outdoor Dining Avail. (summer)
  • Private Parties
  • Wedding Venue
  • Seafood
  • Atmospheric
  • Attractive Views
  • Business Meal
  • Buzzy Atmosphere
  • Coeliac Friendly
  • Romantic
  • Sunday Dining
  • Vegetarian Friendly (always at least 1 starter & 1 main course)
2001 Award Winners Creative Use of Seafood Award
2008 Award Winners Seafood Restaurant of the Year 2008
Last Updated: 08-11-2022
Author: Georgina Campbell
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