In Galway, the border between aesthetics and food is growing fainter by the day. At the forefront of this transition is the açaí bowl. We’ve decided to pull a list together of the best açaí bowls in Galway. Read on to find the next spot in Galway to experience how beautiful, and tasty, a bowl can be!
Nowadays, one of the most artfully arranged sources of sustenance is an açaí smoothie bowl. Here, the picturesque is also palatable. (Note: with some minor internal debate on pronunciation, we’re choosing to go with ‘ah-sigh-ee’)
The vibrant berry that serves as a base for the bowl comes from Brazil, and has become a staple in the Galway scene of health and aesthetics. Made of frozen and blended açaí palm fruit then typically topped with fruit and granola, the presentation is on par with how delicious it truly is.
Álainn
Possibly the people behind the açaí bowl craze that took over the city in recent years. Ever since Álainn opened their food truck in Salthill they have been considered the number one spot for açaí in Galway. Their now famous açaí bowls are a staple dining option amongst the Salthill community all year round and if you’ve never had one - you’re seriously missing out! Álainn has a ton of different bowls/flavours to choose from but we can guarantee no matter what you opt for your bowl will truly be álainn!
Available from their food truck near Blackrock Diving Tower
More information here
above: Álainn
Espresso 44
Açaí bowls have made their way into Galway's Westend thanks to the fantastic team at Espresso 44 who have just teamed up with Álainn to bring these delicious superfoods to the area. With so many different toppings to choose from, breakfast just got so much better! These bowls look every bit as good as they taste so we highly recommend you visit Espresso 44 and treat yourself to an açaí bowl today!
Price: small €7, medium €9, large €11
Only available in their Galway’s Westend location at 2 William Street West
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Wylde
Wylde café offers sustainable and satisfying food, so it won’t be any surprise to you to see the beloved açaí bowl getting a mention. Wylde has five varieties of açaí bowls to choose from as well as four açaí smoothies. Their signature bowl is topped with fresh banana and strawberries, granola, and chia seeds. Sounds like superfood to us! Their açaí smoothies are the perfect beverage ahead of a busy day and are all incredibly refreshing too.
Price: small €7.50, medium €8.50, large €10.50
Available at Wylde café on the corner of Forster Street
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above: Wylde
The Huntsman Inn
On top of being sweet & tasty, did you know that açaí is actually packed with antioxidants and nutrients, making it the perfect dish to order from The Huntsman Inn's breakfast menu to start your day in the best way possible. Their açaí parfait bowl comes topped with strawberries, kiwi, blueberries, pistachio nuts, and sunflower seeds. It’s absolutely delicious to boot so try it out for yourself.
Price: €9.80
Available on the breakfast menu at 164 College Road, Wellpark
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Gourmet Food Parlour
The newest addition to brunching at Gourmet Food Parlour, their build your own açaí bowls are simply delish! Served with a homemade granola base and your choice of toppings, you can build your bowl to suit your preferred flavours. It's your choice of fruit, nuts & seeds, drizzle and sprinkles. These açaí bowls are ideal for helping you maintain a healthy lifestyle without missing out on great tasting dishes.
Price: €9.50
Available on the all day menu at 14 Lenaboy Gardens, Salthill
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above: Gourmet Food Parlour
Olive Tree Kitchen
Made to order, the açaí bowls at Wildlands' Olive Tree Kitchen can be customised to suit your unique palate. To order yours, all you have to do is select the size, base (of pink pitaya, mango mash or açaí) and toppings. All their ingredients are locally sourced so freshness is guaranteed! You can select up to 5 toppings for your açaí bowl and options include; banana chips, honey, granola, a selection of fruit and more.
Price: small €7.30, medium €9.40
Available at Wildlands Activity Centre in Moycullen
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The Creamery
Beat the blues with an açaí bowl from The Creamery and then follow it up with a stroll along the seaside promenade. The Creamery are serving different varieties of their superfood bowls such as; açaí & strawberry bowl, nutty bowl, dragon chai bowl, and the açaí sorbet tub. Toppings for these bowls vary from crunchy granola, toasted coconut, gogi berries, fresh strawberries, to sliced bananas. See what you’re in the mood for and order accordingly!
Price: €9.95
Available at The Creamery on Salthill Promenade
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above: The Creamery
Blackrock Cottage
Blackrock Cottage has teamed up with their neighbours, the beloved Álainn, to serve up delicious and nutritious açaí smoothie bowls. With eight different bowls available, this spot is a must visit if you would consider yourself to be an açaí bowl connoisseur. Bowls include; The Classic, Sunrise Bowl, Blackrock Special, Coconutz, The Wild Wild West, Blue Majik, The Galway Girl and Mango Blitz. Who knew something so healthy could taste this good!
Price: small €7.50, medium €9.50, large €11.50
Available at Blackrock Cottage at the end of Salthill Promenade
More information here
Feature photo courtesy of Wylde Café
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