This was our first dinner in Galway… A really nice find the atmosphere was classic Irish… The staff were warm, friendly and very personable… The dishes were very delicious fish and chips for two and salmon over risotto for one… The drinks were also very refreshing… We just wanted to sit there and enjoy the atmosphere. Enjoy the Galway hospitality… Tara was our server and the other staff members were just as pleasant and friendly as she was… I highly recommend a stop here… If you want something quieter low-key, but with excellent quality and pure Irish charm, this would be a good location…
Gastropub · Claddagh, Co. Galway
John Keogh’s Pub Claddagh
Closed now Opens today at 17:00 4.5 on Google · 1,634 reviews
Opening hours
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| Monday | 17:00 – 23:30 |
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| Tuesday | 17:00 – 23:30 |
| Wednesday | 17:00 – 23:30 |
| Thursday | 17:00 – 23:30 |
| Friday today | 17:00 – 00:00 |
| Saturday | 15:00 – 00:00 |
| Sunday | 15:00 – 23:30 |
Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.
Full hours & directions22-24 Dominick Street Upper, Claddagh, Co. Galway, H91 DXH7
- CuisineGastropub
- Price€€
- Phone+353 91 449 431
- Nearest stationGalway Ceannt Station · 880 m
- AccessWheelchair friendly
About John Keogh’s
Set on Dominick Street Upper, John Keogh’s is a gastropub pub and kitchen in the heart of Claddagh, Co. Galway. Expect a varied menu that suits most tastes and occasions.
Blake's Castle is around 280 m away, so it pairs well with a visit there. Public transport is handy: Galway Ceannt Station station lies roughly 880 m from the door. Our Claddagh guide currently covers 81 venues, so there is plenty nearby for comparison. China Town is right next door if you want to compare.
According to the listing data we hold, it offers wheelchair access. You can eat here any day of the week. The earliest start is 3pm on Saturday, and the latest close is midnight on Friday. On Google it holds 4.5 out of 5 from 1,634 reviews, with recent reviewers most often mentioning atmosphere, views & location and seafood.
Key facts
| Cuisine | Gastropub |
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| Type | Pub and kitchen |
| Price guide | €€ (mid-range) |
| Google rating | 4.5 / 5 from 1,634 reviews |
| Address | 22-24 Dominick Street Upper, Claddagh, Co. Galway, H91 DXH7 |
| Eircode | H91 DXH7 |
| Phone | +353 91 449 431 |
| Wheelchair access | Yes |
| Open | 7 days a week · 51 hours in total |
| Nearest station | Galway Ceannt Station (880 m) |
| Nearby landmark | Blake's Castle (280 m) |
| From Dublin city centre | 186 km |
| Coordinates | 53.27007, -9.05866 |
At a glance
Services & amenities at John Keogh’s
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
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 John Keogh’s
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€17.50
Beef Burger
Irish beef patty, cheddar, bacon jam, brioche bun, fries
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€8
Apple Crumble
Bramley apple, oat crumble, warm custard
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€10
Seafood Chowder
Creamy chowder of hake, salmon and smoked haddock with Guinness brown bread
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€23
Chicken Supreme
Pan-roasted chicken, smoked bacon, mushroom and white wine cream
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€7
Soup of the Day
Freshly made daily, served with brown bread and Irish butter
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€17.50
Roast of the Day
Carved roast with seasonal vegetables, roast potatoes and gravy
Typical dishes and approximate prices for this style of pub and kitchen. The restaurant's own menu and prices may differ.
Estimated busy times
Usually busiest around 7pm on Fridays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for gastropub venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 17:00 – 00:00
- Sunset in Claddagh today: 19:11
- 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:
AtmosphereViews & locationSeafood
This is a very nice pub restaurant. Food was very good, especially the lamb. Portions are large. Staff were very helpful and professional. It's also not too expensive. It's in a good location in town so there other pubs to visit if you want to look around. Two of the best music venues are also in the area. It's close to the Claddagh basin and River Corrib, which are worth a look afterwards if you have not seen them already.
My wife and I ate here last Saturday and it was excellent.
It’s a lovely pub, the staff were very good, the food exceptional - seriously good cooking (beef brisket croquettes, oysters, lamb shoulder, chicken supreme) and I really enjoyed their Negronis too.
I’d highly recommend, the whole Dominick street area was absolutely buzzing with atmosphere too, fantastic evening all round.
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Where is John Keogh’s?
John Keogh’s is located at 22-24 Dominick Street Upper, Claddagh, Co. Galway, H91 DXH7. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
Is John Keogh’s open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays the listed hours are 15:00 – 23:30.
What time does John Keogh’s close tonight?
It is currently closed. Opens today at 17:00.
Is John Keogh’s wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the venue is recorded as wheelchair accessible.
What other restaurants are near John Keogh’s?
The closest alternatives are China Town (10 m), Oscars (10 m) and Giovanni's (10 m).
How is John Keogh’s rated?
John Keogh’s has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 on Google, based on 1,634 public reviews. Reviewers often mention atmosphere, views & location and seafood.
What is the nearest train station?
Galway Ceannt Station is about 880 m away, roughly 11 minutes on foot.
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