Busker Brownes — Restaurant in Galway

I do not know how anybody with eyes and a nose could possibly eat in this place. Seriously. This place is disgustingly dirty; an assault on every sensory input on every level.

We entered on the lower level in the bar and were told to go upstairs for the restaurant. We proceeded up an old stairway that reeked of stale urine. I wanted to leave immediately, but one of my companions was having a crisis and needed food immediately and insisted it was OK because "the Google reviews are good." Proof you cannot rely on Google reviews...even mine, I guess.

The furniture was stained. Stained in a way that made me want to remove every article of clothing I was wearing that came in contact with it and purify it with fire. I do not understand how some of the stains that were on the chairs and the banquettes could have been created, let alone allowed to remain.

The walls were covered in food spatters. The ceiling was covered in cobwebs. Even the cobwebs were covered in dirt, they'd been there so long. Mere words cannot express how much every fiber in my being wanted to run, screaming out of this restaurant, but my companions insisted we stay.

They ordered the plant-based mezze board and Guinness. To the kitchen's credit, the board looked amazingly good. They did a beautiful presentation on the appetizer. Given, however, the condition of the dining room (remember the stale urine, the questionable stains on the chairs, the spatters on the walls, the cobwebs, the dirt on the cobwebs?) I had no desire to actually try said appetizer.

They ate, we paid, we left and, personally, I could not get out...

Busker Brownes is a popular pub located in the heart of Galway, Ireland. The pub is well-known for its lively atmosphere, traditional music, and excellent customer service. One of the standout members of the Busker Brownes team is Jonathan, the bartender.

Jonathan is an exceptional bartender who always goes above and beyond to provide excellent service to his customers. He is knowledgeable about a wide range of drinks and always takes the time to listen to his customers' preferences and recommend the perfect drink to suit their tastes. Whether it's a classic cocktail or a local craft beer, Jonathan has a wealth of knowledge and expertise that he is always happy to share.

In addition to his excellent bartending skills, Jonathan is also a friendly and engaging presence behind the bar. He has a great sense of humor and is always willing to chat with his customers, making them feel welcome and at home in the pub. His warm and welcoming personality is one of the reasons that customers return to Busker Brownes time and time again.

Overall, I would highly recommend Jonathan and Busker Brownes to anyone looking for a great night out in Galway. Whether you're a local or a visitor to the city, you're sure to have a fantastic experience at this lively and welcoming pub, thanks in no small part to Jonathan's exceptional service and...

My partner and I tried to book a table for last sunday. We got no response at all, so we decided to try and go anyway. At the door, the bouncer refused to take us saying the place was full. We then went to Kirbys next door where we were seated for dinner. At the table, we mentioned to the waitress that we were actually trying to book for the other place, Buskers’ manager then approached us and offered a table at the pub, which wasn’t busy by the way. Once we moved to Buskers, the same bouncer that refused us at first kept staring at our table and whispering something to the waitresses, as if we were not welcome there. I am not sure if that was because we are a gay couple, but I have never felt so uncomfortable! My partner was so upset and we eventually left. I would definitely not recommend this place to anyone. Please, ensure proper training to the staff, so customers don’t feel like this....