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O'Connors Pub
4.5
354 reviews
#6 of 90 Nightlife in Galway
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19:30 - 23:30
Monday
19:30 - 23:30
Tuesday
19:30 - 23:30
Wednesday
19:30 - 23:30
Thursday
19:30 - 23:30
Friday
19:30 - 01:00
Saturday
19:30 - 01:00
Sunday
19:30 - 23:30
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See what other travellers are saying
  • Shanelle
    Santa Monica, California2,715 contributions
    Popular spot for tourists and locals alike
    We obviously had to go to the pub where Ed Sheeran filmed the Galway Girl music video, and we’re glad we did. It was a quick bus ride from the Latin Quarter but you can easily walk it as well. There were a lot of seats inside and they had live music with a really great singer. Credit cards and cash accepted. The atmosphere was casual and the decor was fun. The crowd was varied in ages and the overall scene seemed to be a mix of tourists and locals.
    Visited January 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written 9 February 2023
  • bd1209
    Jannali, Australia325 contributions
    Great night out
    Went to O'Connors Bar twice during our stay in Salthill - loved it. Great (but v different) musicians both times we visited. Very eclectic decor - if you are a clean freak it would probably not be your cup of tea. Would have been happy to stay all night people wathcing and listening to the very fine tunes,
    Visited September 2022
    Written 22 April 2023
  • Almostgreynomad
    Sydney, Australia1,037 contributions
    Well worth a visit !
    Old style pub ...... lots of quirky decorations, sawdust on the floor. Friendly staff .... one of them was the owner's son. It was a rainy Monday night in November, so no music or craic, but I bet this place is lively in summer !
    Visited November 2022
    Written 25 November 2022
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David C
Weaverville, NC442 contributions
Fun place for some drinks and music
Sep 2023 • Couples
Our airbnb host recommended this place and we're glad we went. Very interesting interior with lots of stuff to look at. Some comfortable seating if you get there in time and close to the music so we could enjoy both the drinks and the music in comfort. I'd be a regular if I lived in the area.
Written 23 September 2023
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steven r
1 contribution
Terrible
Sep 2023 • Friends
Doorman was extremely rude and horrible to be honest refused me and a Friend entry said we had too much drink in us and we only had 2 pints at that point had no problem getting into any other bar afterwards.that particularly Doorman has no people skills whatsoever and needs trained up how to talk to people politely as we just ask is it OK to go in ..we will never be back and will advise others to stay away
Written 1 September 2023
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EP1232
New York11 contributions
My favorite!
Jul 2023
As a frequent visitor to Galway I've been to many different bars and have to say that Oconners is my favorite by far. The staff is consistently great, the atmosphere could not be more fun and they serve what is perhaps my favorite pint!
Written 25 July 2023
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Leanne W
1 contribution
No stars! They watered down my Scotch because they didn’t have enough to fill my order.
Jul 2023 • Family
0 stars! Watered down drink right in front of me! I ordered a double whisky of Glenmorangie I saw on the shelf, while I was standing there, the young bartender called to the owner for another bottle because he didn’t have enough and the customer (me) ordered a double. But there wasn’t any more. The owner turned his back to the bar and soon after I received “a double” that was watered down. Maybe because I am American, and they thought I wouldn’t be able to tell the difference? But for over €16, this is LESS than one star. Such a poor taste and impression for “authentic” Irish pubs.
Written 12 July 2023
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O'Connors Bar
I totally get it – people have the right to speak their minds on review sites, and we respect that. But the problem is, sometimes false information spreads like wildfire, and it doesn't just affect us; it impacts everyone involved. You should know that we've been in this business for three generations, since way back in 1942. We've faced all sorts of challenges and appreciate feedback, even the negative kind. It helps us improve and grow. But there's a big difference between honest criticism and outright lies. I feel like I owe it to my family's legacy – both those who came before and those who will carry it forward – to address this accusation head-on. It's not fair to question the integrity and trust we've built over the years with baseless accusations. "the young bartender called to the owner for another bottle because he didn’t have enough and the customer (me) ordered a double. But there wasn’t anymore." Yes, he did call me and ask me if we had anymore and I said no. However, I did specifically instruct him to pour whatever was left in the bottle and, in the event it didn't fill up a full shot, to charge you only for a single measure.There were two full shots poured, which I watched and confirmed. At no stage do I touch your drink or the bottle it is poured from. So, to provide total clarity on what really happened during your visit, I've decided to share the CCTV footage directly on our website: oconnorsbar dot com. (button called cctv 12/7/23 password 123) Now, before you worry about privacy, let me assure you that I will blur out all faces in the video – yours and everyone else's – to protect everyone's privacy rights. This way, you can still see for yourself what truly happened without compromising anyone's confidentiality. I hope this approach clears things up and helps resolve any doubts. My aim is to be transparent while being respectful of everyone's rights. Karma is trusting that our actions, whether good or bad, will eventually bring corresponding consequences into our lives. Regards Tom
Written 19 September 2023
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Shauna A
6 contributions
Nice bar, great atmosphere.
Jun 2023 • Friends
Nice old style bar, good atmosphere with live music on the night , busy but not packed but I guess this was normal for a weeknight. Service at the bar was friendly and quick. Good selection of beers on tap .
Written 1 July 2023
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MsMeter2018
Boston, MA23 contributions
Cool bar!
Jul 2023 • Family
Fun night out with family while visiting Galway Bay. Pros: cool decor, super friendly staff. Cons: we were specifically looking for traditional Irish music and could not find any info online about that night’s musicians. We wanted to call ahead to check but couldn’t find a phone number anywhere! We decided to go anyway. While the musicians were fun, they were not what we were looking for so it was disappointing. But all in all, a fun bar. Check it out!
Written 1 July 2023
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pgallagher130
New York City, NY4 contributions
Great pub, beautifully decorated
May 2023 • Friends
Beautiful pub with something interesting to look at wherever your eyes go to. Our group stopped in for a pre-dinner drink and had no trouble finding a comfortable table.
Written 13 May 2023
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Ray S
Waterford, Ireland62 contributions
Perfect Pints, Rocking Atmosphere
May 2023 • Couples
Great pub with superb atmosphere and wonderful decor.

Pints of Guinness were top notch and the night we were there, the music was superb - a great guitarist who had the crowd rocking.

Can't wait to get back there.
Written 10 May 2023
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bd1209
Jannali, Australia325 contributions
Great night out
Sep 2022
Went to O'Connors Bar twice during our stay in Salthill - loved it. Great (but v different) musicians both times we visited. Very eclectic decor - if you are a clean freak it would probably not be your cup of tea. Would have been happy to stay all night people wathcing and listening to the very fine tunes,
Written 23 April 2023
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Shanelle
Santa Monica, CA2,715 contributions
Popular spot for tourists and locals alike
Jan 2023 • Friends
We obviously had to go to the pub where Ed Sheeran filmed the Galway Girl music video, and we’re glad we did. It was a quick bus ride from the Latin Quarter but you can easily walk it as well. There were a lot of seats inside and they had live music with a really great singer. Credit cards and cash accepted. The atmosphere was casual and the decor was fun. The crowd was varied in ages and the overall scene seemed to be a mix of tourists and locals.
Written 10 February 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
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  • Fri - Sat 19:30 - 01:00
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