Ard Bia at Nimmos
“I am an adult with a tree nut and sesame allergy. This was hands down the best meal I’ve had in Ireland. The waitstaff took time to listen to me, double checked everything, and made an allergen-free dessert.”
@abbytap, who manages tree nut and sesame allergies
Blake’s Bar
“Blake’s Bar is delicious and allergy-friendly! It’s a great dinner option in Galway. They had gluten-free options. The wait staff ensured my meal was free from my allergens. I had a great experience at Blake’s Bar and can’t wait to go back!”
@passportmemoirs, who manages tree nut, wheat, fruit, and sesame allergies
Elephant & Castle Galway
“Firstly shout out to Rylan! I came to this restaurant because of another Spokin review when I had a few places deny me. I went alone not sure what I would find. I told the host that I had allergies, and they immediately gave me a menu that had an allergy key next to the dishes- this was not an allergy book (which can be so big) it was a regular menu with just a key. I then told the bartender I had questions, and he brought over Rylan.
Rylan understood the assignment and gave me my first burger WITH the bun and fries (I haven’t had fries from a restaurant in years!). Even with my questions he was so sure because he had checked and the chef had checked all the ingredients with my Equal Eats card. Not only was he fantastic at his job, he was funny, put me at ease, and made my burger so simple without me asking. He said he hoped to see me again, so I went back the next day with friends. He did it again, he gave me double the portion of fries. The minute I sat down he asked for my card, and he knew what I wanted. He also rinsed the shot glass out and prepared my whiskey himself, so it would be safe for me.
I need to just say that when a server is good at their jobs and reassures you, we come back. Thank you, if I lived in Galway I would be there daily.”
@bhndtheallergy, who manages peanut, tree nut, shellfish, sesame, fruit, legumes, and horse allergies
Esquires – The Organic Coffee Co
“Their online menu lets you select your allergens and provides a list of what to avoid
I was a little skeptical about the bagels because I can’t eat any bagels in the US due to sesame/the addition of sesame flour to bagels but I was able to have a bagel here! I also got a smoothie, and it was delicious! There are no nut products that go into their blenders for smoothies, so the cross-contamination risk is low there as well!
Update- we went back every day we were in Galway.”
@adefalco930, who manages peanut, tree nut, egg, shellfish, seeds, fruit, and celery seed allergies allergies
Greens & Co.
“Was so pleasantly surprised to find a vegan restaurant in Galway! The staff was very helpful in answering my questions and the food was delicious! I even had my first custard cake.
Also a special note: I visited Galway before heading to a family wedding where I knew I needed to bring safe food, so our lovely waitress was kind enough to pack my to-go order in a few containers so I could bring a meal for the wedding! Highly recommend.”
@dairyfreeeats, who manages milk allergies
Hooked
“I first want to say that the waitstaff was incredibly helpful with making sure everything was safe and making me confident to dig in. I went because I saw that they had gluten-free fish and chips. I called to check the flour, and it was safe for all of my allergies. On that note, they fry a gluten-free chickpea burger in the same fryer, which is a no go for me, and use sesame oil to fry. Double check on the sesame oil thing though, because I’m not sure that’s what he really meant. All in all I grabbed the grilled fish and mash. It was a good meal and we aren’t dead, so I would recommend.”
@razor15, who manages peanut, tree nut, soy, wheat, sesame, and legume allergies
Italian Restaurant Galway – VENICE
“We had a great lunch here on our day trip to Galway. They were very careful with my allergies and only cooked things in olive oil and no butter.”
@catherinewalker, who manages peanut, tree nut, milk, and egg allergies
Kasbah Wine Bar
“I came here after dinner with a lot of people. It was incredible quaint and vibey! I had no plans to eat and the menu was more French charcuterie. It looked beautiful for the people who ate. There were nuts on the menu and lots of bread.
The server was Max and he was amazing at customer service. Even though I didn’t eat, he was so attentive to me and my needs. They gave me my own personal wine bottle (in a buck next to me) everyone was ordering bottles and serving themselves. They also brought me my own water vase. I bet if I did ask for food they would have done everything they could! I also met an Irish actor here (one I have loved since I was 16 ) so it was a terrific evening!”
@bhndtheallergy, who manages peanut, tree nut, shellfish, sesame, fruit, legumes, and horse allergies
McDonagh’s
“All they have is different types of seafood. We safely got the fish and chips. It is open later than some of the other food spots, and it is a more casual and take away spot. The staff reassured me they don’t fry in any nut oil. The fish is also all super fresh since it comes right off the boat.”
@lexiry, who manages tree nut allergies
McSwiggans Restaurant & Café Bar
“Seemed fine with allergens. Many items come with walnut loaf, but we were able to get gluten-free bread instead. I didn’t eat the bread, but it at least didn’t contain nuts. Meal was very good otherwise. Not too many nuts on the menu.”
@nutsforupstate, who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
Murphy’s Ice Cream
“I love a good sweet treat and am always on the hunt for places with dairy-free, nut-free options. I came across Murphy’s ice cream when walking around Galway and decided to give it a try. They had raspberry and mango sorbet on the menu and they were also labeled as “dairy-free”. I tried both flavors, and they were amazing! There is also a location in Dublin.”
@viviancrabbe, who manages peanut, tree nut, milk, and fruit allergies
Chippen – Formerly Prátaí
“This is a takeaway chip shop. They only make chips (fries) here.
They are deep fried in rapeseed oil, they put the chips in a big vat and sprinkle salt over them, then put into a cone and you can add your flavoring.
There are nuts in the sauces and also other allergens, and I suggest you ask them to change/put on gloves so there’s not issue, and maybe go from the fryer to the cone! They have an allergen menu when you order, and they were very kind and accommodating answering all of my questions. I don’t think they get a lot of people asking about allergies, but they weren’t fazed!”
@bhndtheallergy, who manages peanut, tree nut, shellfish, sesame, fruit, legumes, and horse allergies
Sophie’s Rooftop Galway
“This is the rooftop restaurant of the Dean Hotel (Elephant & Castle is downstairs, and I loved that place too).
When I made my reservation they put my allergy, and my allergy card on the booking so when I got there I was immediately handed an allergy menu with an allergy key!
Our waiter was new and did not reassure me the way expect. I don’t think she quite knew what she was doing, but I then basically asked her to check everything. I told her that the pesto pizza didn’t have any allergens listed but I’m allergic to pine nuts, the chef proceeded to check everything on my pizza with my Equal Eats card (apparently there are no pine nuts or nuts in their pesto- I still don’t quite believe her). They have a pizza chef and a wood fire oven, so only one person was looking after my meal! Yay. Overall we had an amazing time on the balcony with lovely views and sun, the food was yummy but there was a little bit “off” about the whole thing (my mums meal was strange like they didn’t chop anything and her sourdough toast was just bread toasted and butter…) but I would go again.”
@bhndtheallergy, who manages peanut, tree nut, shellfish, sesame, fruit, legumes, and horse allergies
Taaffes Bar
“I had an amazing chicken and cranberry sandwich here. I didn’t see anything with peanuts on the menu, and the server assured me she’d communicate the allergy to the kitchen. My meal came without potato chips, I assume because they were made elsewhere.”
@katietravels, who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
The Dough Bros
“They prepare pizzas for those with allergies in a completely separate environment with all clean equipment. I asked where one of my allergens came into play, and the waitress knew exactly where and we were able to modify! I got the margarita pizza, and it was delicious!”
@adefalco930, who manages peanut, tree nut, egg, shellfish, seeds, fruit, and celery seed allergies allergies
The Front Door Pub
“Another place we went to because I saw it on here! Our waiter was very knowledgeable about the menu and helped me come up with suitable options to eat. He then took that list to the chef and asked which one would be best!
We had a great last meal of our trip here!”
@adefalco930, who manages peanut, tree nut, egg, shellfish, seeds, fruit, and celery seed allergies allergies
The Galmont Hotel & Spa
“I had a hot and cold experience at this hotel. Firstly, the rooms were lovely. We had a small fridge in the room which we stocked some nibbles in there. We had breakfast included- it is a buffet style of hot and cold foods. They had dairy-free milks, gluten-free breads, and muffins (not amazing products but had options). I asked the manager if they could prepare hard boiled eggs and smoke salmon for me, which they did (and used my Equal Eats card). It was a simple breakfast, but I ate it for 3 days and it set me off for the day. However, when I enquired about nightly room service I was met with frustration and ignorance. I would say, don’t have room service. The spa is lovely, quite basic but having a jacuzzi outside in the sun was wonderful. I would say, know what you want, and request it. I had a lovely time here, and the breakfast staff were amazing.”
@bhndtheallergy, who manages peanut, tree nut, shellfish, sesame, fruit, legumes, and horse allergies
The Kings Head Bistro
“Safely ate lunch here! The fish and chips were delicious and the waitstaff was accommodating. A touristy spot but the food is good!”
@nycallergygal, who manages peanut, tree nut, fruit, vegetable, and mustard allergies
