We’re here to crack open a case of utmost importance. Where oh where in Galway can you find the best chicken for your pickin’? We want to help you out with this so we put together a carefully cultivated list of where to get the best chicken in all of its beautiful forms in Galway.
There are so many delicious restaurants and takeaways that do an amazing job, so you can't go wrong. The options are truly endless, but we did our best to highlight the places that will satisfy your chicken craving. This hen-semble of Galway restaurants is sure to delight!
Smashbird
Brought to you by the talented chicken-loving folk from Birdhouse, Smashbird is the hottest sensation in Galway’s fast food scene. With a commitment to flavour and quality, they are taking a bold step towards supporting local artisans by introducing their very own sauce wall. This new flavour focused takeaway is offering chicken in all your favourite forms - wings, burgers, chick n pop, with loads of delicious sides. Handcrafted to perfection and topped with award-winning hot sauces, this is every foodie's dream!
above: Smashbird, by Ciarán MacChoncarraige
Seven Bar and Restaurant
Seven is home to the Seven Famous Chicken Wings, and we’re here to corroborate and reinforce that title! This basket can be served with hot sauce, BBQ, or mixed. Truly a beloved menu item in Galway, these wings are absolutely divine. We’re also here to remind you that it’s okay to get a little messy - enjoy your wings! Seven can be found on Bridge Street, so be sure to get a taste of fame while in Galway.
above: Seven Bar
Mary Mullens
One of the highlights of Mary Mullens is their fantastic food menu, which we have return time and again to enjoy while on evenings out with pals. For this list, of course, we are talking about all things chicken which is why we wanted to give a special shout out to buffalo wings available at this iconic city centre bar. These wings come with your choice of Louisiana hot sauce or smoky BBQ sauce.
above: Mary Mullens
Elephant & Castle
Elephant and Castle has flown into Galway on their renowned chicken wings. In their words, ‘We didn't invent chicken wings, we just perfected them.’ Their spicy chicken wings are perfect for sharing with a group, and served with celery sticks and blue cheese. And really isn't that just the ultimate combination? Elephant and Castle is located in Galway’s Dean Hotel and their wings are a must try!
above: Elephant & Castle
BóTown
Although BóTown is better known for their amazing burgers, they have their stake in the game of chicken as well! Their chicken wings are served up with either hot sauce or BBQ sauce, and their cauliflower bites are a delicious vegetarian alternative! Order the wings as a side, or as a meal - no matter what they will be absolutely delicious. BóTown is located right on Dominick Street.
above: BóTown
Ithe
Ithe Smashburgers is the new kid on the block and it should absolutely be on your radar for the next time you are in the Latin Quarter and looking for a chicken dinner. Open from 12pm until late, Ithe (meaning ‘eat’ in Irish) can be found on Quay Street in Galway city next to Coffeewerk + Press and is serving up succulent finger-lickin’ fried chicken, popcorn chicken and crispy chips with loads of tasty toppings to choose from.
above: Ithe by Ciarán MacChoncarraige
The Dáil Bar
Did you know that The Dáil Bar is one of our favourite spots in the city for a chicken dinner? Well it is, and once you have tried it for yourself we can guarantee it will be yours too. Their southern fried chicken tenders with BBQ sauce and a garlic mayo dip are delicious and we absolutely love their chicken wings. The Dáil Bar is one of our favourites for a reason, so be sure to pop in, try it, and let us know if you agree!
above: The Dáil Bar
Feature photo by The Dáil Bar
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