McDonagh's Seafood House

McDonagh's Seafood House has served Galway from Quay Street since 1902, splitting its premises between a no-frills fish-and-chip counter and a sit-down seafood restaurant next door. The menu keeps things simple and focused on quality: fish and chips, Galway Bay oysters, and seafood chowder are the dishes it is known for, all prepared with the same straightforward approach that has kept the business running for over a century. The atmosphere is casual and often loud, filled with locals and visitors alike, and there is little pretension to the decor, with the focus squarely on fresh, well-cooked seafood. There is no formal wine list to speak of; most diners pair the food with a pint. It operates on a walk-in basis, and queues, particularly at the takeaway counter, are common in the evenings.