Vegan in Galway, Ireland: A Plant-Based Dining Guide to Galway

Vegan in Galway: Vegan and Vegan-Friendly Restaurants

Galway is spoiled for choice when it comes to vegan and vegan-friendly restaurants. While there's only one entirely vegan restaurant in Galway and a handful of vegetarian ones, there's no shortage of yummy plant-based eats.

Greens & Co

Greens & Co is a 100% vegan breakfast and lunch spot with a very enticing menu. Choose from a shakshuka, tofu scramble on sourdough, pancakes, bowls or wraps for breakfast.

On the lunch menu, there's tofu ribs, smokey seitan, loaded sweet potato, curry noodle soup, a Buddah bowl and more. They also have a variety of protein bowls, coffee and espresso beverages and delightful pastries.

This is the only vegan restaurant in Galway and it has amazing reviews. It will be the first place I visit upon my return to Galway.

RÉ NAO

Re Nao is an Asian restaurant in Galway that has an entirely vegan menu. Ask for the separate vegan menu. They have a vegan lunch menu and a vegan dinner menu.

Some delicious starters include the deep fried sushi roll, spicy crispy mushroom, sweet potato noodle and wakame salad, vegan spice box, crispy tofu jiamo, and tofu jiaozi.

For main dishes, there are specialty noodles, traditional satay, Thai curry, sizzling vegan "duck", Singapore noodles and so many more.

The Dough Bros

The Dough Bros is a well known and popular joint in Galway. Starting in a food truck, they're now serving up pies in a restaurant where the line-up filters out of the doorway at times.

Trust me, pizza from the Dough Bros is well worth the wait. Besides, once you place your order, the pizzas are prepared very quickly. They don't need much time in the traditional Italian wood-fired oven in order to cook to perfection.

I fell in love with the restaurant decor as it stirred up some nostalgia. There are pictures of Nintendo favourites, Mario and Luigi (the original "Bros") on the wall, along with a classic Nintendo Entertainment System on a shelf.

One of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles peers down from a shelving unit. Even if I wasn't a massive pizza fan, I'd be nerding out over the paraphernalia from my childhood. But...who doesn't love pizza?

The pizza is absolutely delicious. Here's an updated list of their vegan and vegan-friendly pizzas:

• Hey Pesto (vegan available): House basil pesto base, balsamic red onion, semi sun-dried tomatoes, fresh rocket
• Legalise Marinara (vegan): Double San Marzano tomato sauce, sliced garlic, fresh basil, 'Honest Oil' EVOO, and oregano
• How Ba'zaar, How Ba'zaar (vegan): Za'tar wood roasted courgettes (Freamh Organic Farm, Galway), sumac onions, cumin tahini yoghurt (vg), fermented hot sauce (shatta), pomegranate, parsley, curry oil on a tomato base

I ordered the Buffalo Soldier (no longer available) and I gobbled it up so quickly because it was so tasty. The dough was chewy and baked perfectly, and the toppings all worked wonderfully together on this vegan pizza.

I also ordered some garlic bread, which can be difficult to find as a vegan option at times. I'm not sure if you can still order the garlic bread done vegan, but you can order their bruschetta bread for sure.

The Secret Garden

The Secret Garden is a family owned and operated tea shop in Galway. It's vegetarian and vegan-friendly. They serve over 100 types of tea from around the world, including herbal, fruity, green, oolong, white, yellow, black, Rooibos, Mate, Moroccan and blooming tea.

For the coffee lovers, they can also make a mean cappuccino, latte, or espresso beverage of choice. On top of that, The Secret Garden offers delicious desserts and pastries with vegan, raw, and gluten-free options available.

Pasta Factory

Pasta Factory is an Italian restaurant in Galway. They prepare the pasta fresh daily and it is egg-free and 100% vegan.

Then, take your pick of pasta shape and sauce. There's a vegan sausage and mushroom stroganoff, vegan beetroot pesto, vegan pistachio pesto, vegan caramelized onion and sun-dried tomato pesto, and vegan bolognaise.

There are also a number of plant-based starters and desserts. They've clearly marked everything as vegan on the menu.

Jungle Cafe Galway

Jungle Cafe Galway is a breakfast and lunch establishment with vegan offerings on the menu. Everything that can be made vegan is clearly marked on the menu.

For breakfast, order the overnight oat jar, vegan brekkie, or I suppose you could order the smashed avo without the eggs. For brunch/lunch, try the vegan kimchi sandwich. There's also an extensive coffee menu with plant-based milks (Oat/Coconut/Almond/Soya).

Mama Rich Flavours of Asia

Mama Rich is an Asian restaurant in the heart of Galway City. There are quite a few vegan dishes on their large menu and they are all clearly labeled as such.

Try the vegan duck pancake, vegan gowgee, vegan dumpling noodle soup, and then other wok dishes can be made vegan upon request.

Smashbird

Smashbird is a fast food restaurant with a section of the menu called "vegan junk". There are two different burgers, a hot dog, cabbage fritters and creole corn. For sides, try the fries or tater hashers.

Dela

Dela is a brunch and dinner restaurant that focuses on farm to table meals. I wouldn't say that the menu is extremely vegan-friendly, but there are a few options for both brunch and dinner for those following a plant-based diet.

For brunch, try the Dela Veggie Breakfast made vegan or the Brunch Burrito made vegan. For dinner, there's Spiced Apple Fritters, Miso Glazed Celeriac, and a Belgian Chocolate Tart.

Please note that brunch is walk-in only, and dinner must be reserved in advance.

Vegan-Friendly Groceries: Evergreen Healthfoods

If you're seeking vegan grocery items, snacks, or grab and go foods, check out Evergreen Healthfoods in Galway. The store is stocked from floor to ceiling with lots of plant-based yummies.

Notably, I found plant-based milk, vegan cheese, various faux meats, burgers, tofu, vegan chocolate, and so much more. They also have a great selection of incense and incense holders on the upper level, as well as other housewares and gift items.

Where to Stay in Galway

After you've followed this vegan Galway guide and eaten all the yummy plant-based food, you might need a place to rest your head. I highly recommend that you check out the Connacht Hotel.

The hotel is cozy, clean, and has numerous amenities. The Connacht Hotel offers a luxurious stay at an affordable price.

If you're traveling on an Ireland road trip, you'll need somewhere to park the car. In Galway, parking can be quite expensive, so it was nice to save a little bit of money with the hotel's free parking. There are outdoor and indoor parking lots with tons of spaces for your vehicle.

Book your stay at The Connacht Hotel here.

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