Garavans Bar
Garavans Bar
4.5
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Adina H
Alon, Palestinian Territories1 contribution
Sept 2020
So we actually were there in September of 2019. It was def the best part of our trip to Galway. My husband and I are living in Israel but Im from theUS and my husband from England. We met some really cool people and I happened to wander off and ended up talking to 2 of the bar owners for half my time there. They were really cool people to talk to and even talked about Israeli politics and Brexit. Super fellows for sure!! my only regret was not remembering to take a single picture of that night.
Written 5 January 2021
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Galway couple
Galway, Ireland99 contributions
Aug 2021 • Friends
Visited here midweek to meet friends who were holidaying in Galway. Fully Covid compliant. All staff wearing masks. We all had to produce Covid Digital Certs and IDs so we could sit inside. Great pints of Guinness and very friendly and efficient staff throughout the evening.
Written 7 August 2021
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Abigail L
Denver, CO139 contributions
Sept 2022 • Friends
Had such a great night listening to music and dancing and drinking. Hands down one of our favorite pub experiences from our Ireland trip.
Also - after we returned home, I ordered a whisky glass for my husband for his birthday. I never received any tracking info so I was very concerned my order wasn’t received. The person(s) helping me on the garavqns side went above and beyond. I can’t say enough good things about this place. I really hope we’re able to go back one day!
Also - after we returned home, I ordered a whisky glass for my husband for his birthday. I never received any tracking info so I was very concerned my order wasn’t received. The person(s) helping me on the garavqns side went above and beyond. I can’t say enough good things about this place. I really hope we’re able to go back one day!
Written 11 April 2023
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Cia1995
4 contributions
Sept 2020 • Family
Do not eat here!!! I completely understand that some pubs have had to start serving food to open there doors during this pandemic, but please it needs to be done the right way! We stopped for lunch, the menu had 5 items on it...my partner was told that he couldn’t have any bread with his soup and it was just soup by itself....all the sandwiches are served on a brown wholegrain bread, I asked could I get one of the sandwiches on white bread As I cannot tolerate high amounts of bran - the girl advised me no as they are all pre made! I ended up having nothing to eat and when my partner got the soup it was on a small container and pipping hot that he couldn’t eat it! Won’t be returning
Written 18 September 2020
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JMB Family of 3
Voorheesville, NY30 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
While we've been coming here every summer given their focus on Irish whiskey, I would no longer recommend Garavan's. The staff seem overwhelmed and the bar seems to have lost its focus and expertise on Irish whiskey. Today when we ordered a whiskey flight - which they're known for - we were told they wouldn't make a flight. Very different experience than our past visits when the staff were welcoming and knowledgeable.
I'd suggest heading to Sonny Molloy's instead. Where we got this from a very helpful, knowledgeable and friendly bartender.
I'd suggest heading to Sonny Molloy's instead. Where we got this from a very helpful, knowledgeable and friendly bartender.
Written 16 August 2023
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jsilverman83
Oakland, CA409 contributions
Aug 2024 • Solo
They claim to have the Best Irish Coffee, and it was very good! The pub is dark, chill, and has an amazing selection of whiskey. The Irish coffee was nicely mixed and an awesome flavor. It came with a weird bent spoon that rested on the edge of the glass and also a customized piece of chocolate with the bar's logo on it. Very cool presentation.
Written 6 August 2024
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BrunswickFisherman
Brighton and Hove, UK207 contributions
Mar 2020
Our last night in Galway and as the shops started to close we decided we'd find ourselves a pub..
Garavans situated right on the strip of Galway proved perfect. I Ordered two Guinness a gin and tonic and a whiskey and coke.
We sat outside and reflected on our trip to Galway and what a great craic we'd had. It was spitting but it was covered which was good.
After a few minutes, our drinks were drained so I ventured in to get another round. Before I could even place my hands on the bar I heard " two Guinness, 1 gin and tonic and a whiskey and coke". I smiled and said yes and he made them quickly but efficiently.
After that round, the pub had started to pick up for Saturday night and get busy so I headed in and headed to the busy bar which was busy. The man that knew my order looked at me and nodded and I nodded back and before I knew it I got to the bar and the drinks were there waiting. That's top service..
We drained our drinks and decided we'd head to one last pub before we called it a night.
Garavans situated right on the strip of Galway proved perfect. I Ordered two Guinness a gin and tonic and a whiskey and coke.
We sat outside and reflected on our trip to Galway and what a great craic we'd had. It was spitting but it was covered which was good.
After a few minutes, our drinks were drained so I ventured in to get another round. Before I could even place my hands on the bar I heard " two Guinness, 1 gin and tonic and a whiskey and coke". I smiled and said yes and he made them quickly but efficiently.
After that round, the pub had started to pick up for Saturday night and get busy so I headed in and headed to the busy bar which was busy. The man that knew my order looked at me and nodded and I nodded back and before I knew it I got to the bar and the drinks were there waiting. That's top service..
We drained our drinks and decided we'd head to one last pub before we called it a night.
Written 12 March 2020
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IzzyT
Galway, Ireland11 contributions
Oct 2022 • Solo
I’ve moved to galway in Septmeber, and love nothing more than sitting outside of Garavans on a busy evening, with a hot whiskey in hand and watching the crowds go by. A beautiful spot, central to galway, with affordable prices and lovely staff. A spot that remind me of home, you can meet anyone from any walk of life here, ready to have a chat.
Written 4 January 2023
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Expedition752126
1 contribution
Feb 2020
My friends and I from NH visited Garavans on our last night in Ireland and had a great time. The staff was super friendly and the local crowd made us feel at home. If I ever make it back to Galway, I will certainly stop by Garavans. I give it five, bold stars!
Written 19 February 2020
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GoLeinster
Dublin4 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
Great bar, great staff...big shout out to Gordon & Emily!
Had some lovely pints, good food (not all sandwiches!) & great whiskey tray. Bar has done so well with keeping in line with C19 guidelines. Really relaxing atmosphere in a lovely traditional Irish pub. We’re on our way back! 😀
Well done guys!
Had some lovely pints, good food (not all sandwiches!) & great whiskey tray. Bar has done so well with keeping in line with C19 guidelines. Really relaxing atmosphere in a lovely traditional Irish pub. We’re on our way back! 😀
Well done guys!
Written 27 August 2020
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