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LoamvsCava Bodega
Both establishments are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Loam scores slightly higher than Cava Bodega. Loam comes in at 83 with accolades from 2 publications like Michelin Guide, Lonely Planet.
Loam
Michelin Guide
Lonely Planet
Fodor's
Independent
Fairgreen Rd, Galway, Ireland
From $0/night
1 Star
"A large basement with industrial styling; the focus here is on the quality of the ingredients, which grow in the fertile local loam." Full review
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Choose from the concise à la carte or go for the 6 course tasting menu.
Top choice
"Inspired flavour combinations from home-grown, locally sourced or foraged ingredients: dried hay, fresh moss, edible flowers, wild oats, forest gooseberries, Salthill sea vegetables and hand-cut peat." Full review
"Industrial facade and simply furnished interior...plates are imaginatively presented, and the tasting menu has a cult following across the country." Full review
"For a special experience, don’t miss out on Loam, a relaxed Michelin one-star found in an airy, spacious basement"
City guide
September 4, 2021
Cava Bodega
Michelin Guide
Lonely Planet
Fodor's
Independent
Cava Bodega, 1 Middle St. Mews, Middle St., Galway, Galway
From $0/night
Michelin Plate
"This split-level tapas bar - with its reclaimed wood tables - has a rustic, neighbourhood feel; sit downstairs to watch the chefs in the open kitchen." Full review
i
It's all about sharing: choose around 3 dishes each and a Spanish beer or wine.
Top choice
"Over 50 regional Spanish tapas dishes are given a gourmet twist by star chef JP McMahon, whose other ventures include Michelin-starred Aniar." Full review
"More than 50 regional tapas served family-style at large, wood, communal tables are the heart of this restaurant...there is an impressive craft beer and wine menu to accompany the food choices." Full review
"Galway’s Spanish influence means tapas is popular, and Cava Bodega does a mean patatas bravas, the litmus test of any self-respecting Spanish restaurant"
City guide
September 4, 2021