This was the best meal of the whole trip. Adam, our server/ sommelier was delightful and incredibly knowledgeable, the whole staff was entirely on point. Fantastic selection of wines, with some really interesting variety on the by the glass menu. This is a great place if you’re interested in wine and food pairings. We were recommended to order about six plates for the two of us, and I think we did seven or eight (if you count the bread as a course). The oysters were phenomenal and completely different from what I’m used to back home (I’m from the Northeast in the US). Every bite was delicious and came with an explanation and a geography lesson. Super local menu, above and beyond service, and the most exciting by the glass menu I have ever encountered. I serve tables in Manhattan, so this was an educational experience and one I will carry with me. True spirit of hospitality drives every aspect of this place, and it’s very clear they are dedicated to the development of their staff.
Irish · Claddagh, Co. Galway
Daróg Bar Claddagh
Open now Closes at 23:00 4.7 on Google · 203 reviews
Opening hours
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| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 17:00 – 23:00 |
| Wednesday | 17:00 – 23:00 |
| Thursday today | 17:00 – 23:00 |
| Friday | 15:00 – 23:00 |
| Saturday | 15:00 – 23:00 |
| Sunday | 15:00 – 23:00 |
Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.
Full hours & directions56 Dominick Street Lower, Claddagh, Co. Galway, H91 K225
- CuisineIrish
- Price€€
- Phone+353 91 565 813
- Nearest stationGalway Ceannt Station · 720 m
- AccessWheelchair friendly
About Daróg
Daróg brings an Irish bar and restaurant experience to Dominick Street Lower, Claddagh. Traditional Irish dishes sit alongside modern plates built on local produce.
If you are sightseeing, Blake's Castle is only 150 m away. Public transport is handy: Galway Ceannt Station station lies roughly 720 m from the door. Our Claddagh guide currently covers 81 venues, so there is plenty nearby for comparison. It shares the spot with City Pantry Cafe, which is just next door.
Good to know: wheelchair access are available here. It is open 6 days a week and closed on Monday. The earliest start is 3pm on Friday, and the latest close is 11pm on Tuesday. On Google it holds 4.7 out of 5 from 203 reviews, with recent reviewers most often mentioning tasty food.
Key facts
| Cuisine | Irish |
|---|---|
| Type | Bar and restaurant |
| Price guide | €€ (mid-range) |
| Google rating | 4.7 / 5 from 203 reviews |
| Address | 56 Dominick Street Lower, Claddagh, Co. Galway, H91 K225 |
| Eircode | H91 K225 |
| Phone | +353 91 565 813 |
| Wheelchair access | Yes |
| Open | 6 days a week · 42 hours in total |
| Nearest station | Galway Ceannt Station (720 m) |
| Nearby landmark | Blake's Castle (150 m) |
| From Dublin city centre | 186 km |
| Coordinates | 53.27107, -9.05683 |
At a glance
Services & amenities at Daróg
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Details as published on the venue's public business listing; they can change, so confirm anything essential with the restaurant.
Menu highlights
What to order at Daróg
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€20
Irish Beef & Guinness Stew
Slow-cooked Irish beef, root vegetables, creamy mash
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€7.50
Soup of the Day
Freshly made daily, served with brown bread and Irish butter
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€16.50
Vegetable Curry
Mild coconut curry of seasonal vegetables with basmati rice
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€18.50
Fish & Chips
Beer-battered cod, hand-cut chips, mushy peas, tartare sauce
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€21
Chicken Supreme
Pan-roasted chicken, smoked bacon, mushroom and white wine cream
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€7.50
Apple Crumble
Bramley apple, oat crumble, warm custard
Typical dishes and approximate prices for this style of bar and restaurant. The restaurant's own menu and prices may differ.
Estimated busy times
Usually busiest around 7pm on Thursdays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for irish venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 17:00 – 23:00
- Sunset in Claddagh today: 19:13
- Best time for a quieter table: 5pm or after 9pm
- One of 81 places to eat in Claddagh
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Reviews
What recent reviewers mention most:
Tasty food
Found this spectacular wine by accident and can’t stop thinking about it!!
Always hard to find places for picky eaters but every single dish was a 15/10. All balanced flawlessly and executed to perfection. Loved they the chefs were so nonchalant and chilled but kept serving up banger after banger.
Every dish we ordered was a highlight and kept getting better and better.
Also loved the non alcohol options. Served was warm and friendly and our waiter was so knowledgeable. Can’t wait to do back.
I have done a lot of restaurant reviews over the years, but this may well be the best restaurant on the Island of Ireland.
Oh my days!!!
I ordered the menu and was not disappointed. Roughly €300 including a great Bordeaux. I cannot describe how tasty everything was, and they delivered the greatest roast potatoes as a dish.
An absolute gem, I will return.
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Write the first reviewQuestions & answers
Where is Daróg?
Daróg is located at 56 Dominick Street Lower, Claddagh, Co. Galway, H91 K225. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
Is Daróg open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays the listed hours are 15:00 – 23:00.
What time does Daróg close tonight?
It is open right now and closes at 23:00 (Irish time).
Is Daróg wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the venue is recorded as wheelchair accessible.
What other restaurants are near Daróg?
The closest alternatives are City Pantry Cafe (10 m), Aniar (20 m) and BóTOWN (20 m).
How is Daróg rated?
Daróg has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 on Google, based on 203 public reviews. Reviewers often mention tasty food.
What is the nearest train station?
Galway Ceannt Station is about 720 m away, roughly 9 minutes on foot.
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