Kinvara Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Kinvara

September 7, 2017 Lean Nau

Kinvara (Irish: Cinn Mhara, meaning "head of the sea"), also spelled Kinvarra, is a sea port village located in the southwest of County Galway, Ireland. It is located in the civil parish of Kinvarradoorus in the north of the barony of Kiltartan. Kinvarra is also a District Electoral Division (DED).
Things to do in Kinvara

1. The Pier Head

The Quay, Kinvara, Ireland Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi Irish, Seafood, European, Pub, Soups, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night +353 91 638 188
Excellent
49%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 608 reviews

The Pier Head

Located on the quay in the village of Kinvara, breath taking views overlooking the bay and Dunguaire Castle. We cater for all tastes. Daily lunch menu served from 12, a la carte from 5. Large upstairs room overlooking bay can be used for private parties.

Reviewed By adenkelly - St. Albans, United Kingdom

I've eaten I. Yet Pier Head many times over the years whilst visiting Clare and Galway and have always been impressed. It seems to get better and better. It can be busy at weekends, especially during the summer and it's probably best to book at those times, I have never failed to get a table after a few mi utes. The seafood is stunning, why wouldn't be with Galway Bay outside the window?
The town is so beautiful and unspoilt. I highly recommend the area and this establishment.

2. Morans Oyster Cottage

The Weir, Kilcolgan, Ireland Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Private Dining, Accepts Credit Cards Irish, Bar, Seafood, European, Soups, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night HK$196 - HK$487 +353 91 796 113
Excellent
73%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1 reviews

Morans Oyster Cottage

Moran's Oyster Cottage Seafood Restaurant Galway, The Weir, Kilcolgan, Co. Galway, is a traditional thatched cottage that dates back over 250 years. Today Morans is run by the 7th generation of the Moran family in the business. It is renowned the world over for its superb seafood and Galway oysters which attracts people from the five continents, and is open all year round

Reviewed By CrazyPenguin - Dublin, Ireland

Moran's might just be my favourite restaurant in Ireland. Continues to be excellent with the freshest seafood and delicious dishes that make you want to come back time and time again. Staff are also excellent. Highly recommend the steamed clams, garlic mussels and crab claws, with lots of brown bread and the obligatory pint!

3. Linnane's Lobster Bar

New Quay | Burren, New Quay, Ireland Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar Irish, Bar, Seafood, European, Pub, Soups, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks, Late Night +353 65 707 8120
Excellent
60%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
5%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 539 reviews

Linnane's Lobster Bar

Reviewed By PatNor - Dublin, Ireland

Great to find Linnanes open in November when some other places had closed for the season. As always, the food and service was excellent. It was quite busy on a Saturday evening so I'd recommend making a reservation, although you can always wait at the bar for a table to free up.

The Square | The Square, Gort, Ireland Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Outdoor Seating Irish, Cafe, European, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night +353 91 630 630
Excellent
67%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
6%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 228 reviews

Gallery Cafe

Reviewed By realtoggalway - galway

I've been meaning to write a review for the Gallery Café for years, I've never been disappointed with a meal in this café period! The menu is always interesting, seasonal. inventive and uses decadent ingredients. The food looks beautiful on the plate, always creative in its presentation and fresh ingredients are always used. A salad will look bejewelled and springy and crispy.. the plates will have swirls of bright colours contrasting and zingy. You are guaranteed to be surprised by your meals and the accompanying drinks menu... prosecco and rosemary. The desserts are lush and you only wish you could manage to eat more then one and there is always gluten free choices..On a final note the décor Is cosy, artistic and fun, always changing its an ongoing visual feast, you never know what new little addition will be different in the space each time you visit. And as for the staff , they are lovely and warm efficient and professional. Its a gem

5. O'Gradys Bar & Restaurant

The Square, Gort, Ireland Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Parking Available Irish, Bar, Pub, European, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner HK$94 - HK$196 +353 91 631 096
Excellent
47%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 136 reviews

O'Gradys Bar & Restaurant

Family friendly bar & restaurant

Reviewed By cathalmacdomhnaill

A typical no fuss,no frills irish pub that does food,,,good selection of choice on menu,,,I choose chicken curry,chips,rice,,,it arrived hot and plentiful,,,the female staff were friendly and welcoming,,atmosphere was warming ,a place I would return again to again if I found myself in the area,

6. The Gentian Cafe and Wine Bar

The Quay, Kinvara Galway, Ireland Outdoor Seating, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi Irish, Cafe, European, International, Contemporary, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch HK$47 - HK$369 +353 91 637 934
Excellent
56%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 246 reviews

The Gentian Cafe and Wine Bar

Our 'Gentian @ St Georges' is a brasserie with a twist: serving dishes to share with robust, sunny flavours, typically from a contemporary Irish, European palette with good old comfort food thrown in, The Gentian's ethos is one of quality, innovation, freshness and abundance with comfort and friendliness thrown in. Our coffee already has a reputation.....We will be looking after you all day, with substantial breakfast, lunch and dinner menus.The setting is informal with local stone and splashes of colour; Burren and south Galway, blended with funky london, has a relaxed cosy, curl up feel, with windows looking out over the Kinvara bay - colour and comfort, space for Reading chatting, meeting up or getting way from it all.

Reviewed By Chris G

I called in here for breakfast yesterday and for under 8 euro it was great value. The place was busy with Atlantic Way tourists but that didnt affect the quality if food or the excellent service.

7. O'Loclainn's Pub

R477, Ballyvaughan, Ireland Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar Pub Late Night, Drinks +335 65 7077006
Excellent
87%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 211 reviews

O'Loclainn's Pub

Reviewed By Donal F - Tralee, Ireland

nice old fashioned pub with great displays of whiskeys plus no TV.
opens only in the evenings
cons: slightly over drama on whiskeys, I asked for Tullamore and was informed it wasn't socked due to lack of promotional support. Easier if they suggested alternative, don't need to hear history lesson

8. Oran Tandoori

Unit 2 Howley Court | Unit 2, Howley Court, Oranmore, Galway 0091, Ireland Buffet, Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Credit Cards Indian, Asian, Balti, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner HK$31 - HK$110 +353 91 792 066
Excellent
83%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 495 reviews

Oran Tandoori

Experience the finest Indian cuisine served in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.We have been serving the finest Indian cuisine to the people of Oranmore. Keeping our reputation as being one of the best Indian restaurants in Oranmore is important to us, so we work hard to ensure we maintain the highest standards in food preparation and service. Each guest of Oran Tandoori Restaurant is welcomed individually and with great enthusiasm. We will always take great care that a novice Indian diner, a seasoned foodie and of course our precious regulars experience true Indian hospitality. Our promise is that every guest on every occasion at Oran Tandoori will enjoy the choice of dishes, the appropriate wines, the history of our regions and the overall restaurant experience. We take immense pride in our spices created daily to accentuate our range of dishes. We mix, roast and grind spices & herbs daily to create the diverse flavours that our patrons love to enjoy. We are committed to the use of the freshest ingredients down to our lemons that are freshly squeezed daily for maximum flavour. Commitment remains fast at Oran Tandoori to the wonderful authenticity of Indian cooking.We look forward to welcoming all you discerning foodies to the Oran Tandoori restaurant experience!

Reviewed By MKE1 - Ballina, Ireland

This is a top class Indian Restaurant.
Ratings from previous Trip Advisor reports were very good and we were not disappointed. The waiter gave a very brief explanation of each dish as we ordered, which was helpful. The food was really excellent. There was 4 in our party and everyone raving about what they got.

9. Strawberry Hedgehog Cafe

The Quay, Kinvara, Ireland Seating, Waitstaff, Outdoor Seating Cafe, Irish, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch +353 91 638 129
Excellent
67%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 92 reviews

Strawberry Hedgehog Cafe

Reviewed By oisa - New York City, New York

I could sit in the Strawberry Hedgehog Cafe for hours while watching people come and go. The cafe is a colorful laid back kind of place with fun art on the walls, knick-knacks on shelves and a delectable assortment of scones, croissants, wraps, fresh smoothies, and outstanding latte,

10. Breacan Cottage Bed & Breakfast

Parkmore , Doorus, Kinvara, Ireland +353 91 638 266
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 3 reviews

Breacan Cottage Bed & Breakfast

Reviewed By SallyCT - CT

Nice accommodations with very accommodating hosts, Geraldine and Noel, in just a gorgeous, unique setting. Quiet, on the water, with thatched roof houses down the street!! Excellent omelette and fruit served for breakfast!

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