NEW FACES

This June/July take the opportunity to go and meet the new places that have opened their doors in the last few months. Within this feature discover the latest additions to Galway’s growing repertoire of must-visit spots. Extend a céad míle fáilte to...

Alma Restaurant

A name meaning soul in Portuguese, Alma Restaurant is the new venture of João & Márcia, owners and the original team behind the famed Apoema Bistro. They pursued a new project in Wine Land (the Douro Valley in Portugal) in 2022, and now are back to reintroduce Galway the delicious Portuguese flavours they are famous for. They now own two restaurants in two countries united by the same dedication and love for good food and excellent service.

Now Open at Unit 1, Lydon Court, Bothar Irwin

Polka Polish Cuisine

Introducing all of the exceptional tastes and flavours of Polish cuisine, Łukasz and Iwona have created a new culinary sensation with Polka Polish Cuisine. The very definition of a hidden gem, this intimate space should be on every foodie’s bucket list.

Now open at Unit 8, Kilkerrian Park, 1 Liosban Industrial Estate

Magpie Bakery

Magpie Bakery is the exciting new collaboration between the people who brought you Éan and skilled baker Cian James Mooney. They’ll be serving tasty sourdough baked goods, takeaway pastries, lunches, speciality Calendar Coffee and loads more good stuff.

Now open at Cornstore, Middle Street