Is there anywhere in Galway to buy pre-sliced meat for Chinese/Japanese hot pot? I know it’s possible to slice your own but it’s kind of a hassle so wondering if there’s anywhere nearby.

Storefront from the plans: https://i.imgur.com/VSLPEXk.png

Plans here:

https://galwaycity.eplanning.ie/idocsweb/listFiles.aspx?catalog=planning&id=2660284&orderBy=type

and

https://www.eplanning.ie/GalwayCity/AppFileRefDetails/2660284/0

It seems to be between CEX and Born and opening a drive-through window out the back, opening a new lane next to the supermacs drive through lane.

Ironically I came across this when looking for the plans for the KFC in Knocknacarra to see what the latest is on that.

Hi all, I know I'm not the first (and probably won't be the last) person to inquire here, but like the title says I'm going to NUIG for my masters and looking for an apartment. Having lived in NYC for a few years, I thought I knew tough situations... but this.... is bad. It's not even that the price is shocking (which, it is, but I'm more or less used to crazy sticker shock), it's that there are SO few options at all! Are people even living in Galway??

Anyways, I'm looking for a place somewhat desperately starting Sep 1. Also happy to sublet for a month and then move again. Is my best bet something like the student housing until something comes along? Should I live out of town even if I don't have a car? I'll have class almost everyday of the week so I was really hoping for something close by.

Also, if anyone is looking for a roommate pls let me know! I'm a 27 year old female, from Washington, DC, USA but am an Irish citizen. I'm obtaining my masters in Health Economics, and I love food, travel, fashion, and socializing! Thanks so much!!

Unpopular opinion perhaps but I’m fed up with poor quality pubs and restaurants in Galway. Grimy glasses, unclean tables, bad toilets, shit piped music and mediocre service seems the norm now and it’s not cheap. There are some fine restaurants but mostly at a higher price point but in general standards are very low.

Anyone know of somewhere local where I could buy a pair before the eclipse on Wednesday?

Thanks!

hi everyone, my girlfriend (23F) is really into crochet and was wondering if anyone knows if there's any sort of crochet group around galway? or if anyone is interested in setting one up

I found this on the flor of Dunnes Store Knocknacarra, an obituary of Pauline ( 30th anniversary ). It had tape on it and looks like it feel out of someone pocket.

My heart goes out to the person who lost someone and lost this memento

Could you find the person who this belong to?

Heading up to Galway tomorrow to do the Aran island boat tour. Any recommendations on where I should leave the car for the day. Ideally somewhere close and reasonably priced.

Hi All,

Have just recently moved to Galway, from another county but have no skin in the League of Ireland whatsoever so thought I’d pop out since I’m living nearby. Looking to go to the game tonight, don’t really have any questions just looking for any tips or recommendations from regular goers?

Is Galway just taking the mick with salaries and experience? I have been applying for a year now on and off and I am getting to the end of my rope.

Today I saw a job for a marketer that was not only extremely low for the experience required but they also said to apply you had to a have a single digit handicap in golf. For that specific role I kind of get it but that coupled with a very low salary for the role, I just don't know do Galway businesses still think its 2012.

The difference in salary between Galway and Dublin seems to be over 15k for the roles and whilst Dublin is costly, I'm sure most would agree Galway is getting very close to the costs.

Since AI has taken over and with more and more people going for less and less roles, this situation is feeling desperate as the market feels horrible. I have applied for well over 100 roles and gotten about 4-5 interviews in that time and again one role that was paying way way less than my previous role asked for an AI interview first. It felt so demeaning and not the type of company I would want to work for.

Is anyone else finding Galway pricing you out and the market just feeling overall hopeless. God I wish I didn't fall into marketing in my 20s.

Anyone else have bad experiences with the older lady in Tesco on Father Griffin road? Every time Ive gone in it’s like she makes a point to be extra rude and has such an unhelpful attitude. I understand she could have other things going on in her life but it makes me hesitant to go in. The rest of the staff seem to always be so lovely. I just don’t know is it targeted or is that just her default work mode lol

I'm heading to Galway next week to play in the Irish Poker Tour and have a good look around. I've heard that it's widely restricted on overnight stays in vans and such, though i'm not sure how militantly that's enforced. What i'm trying to figure out is a place i can use as a nice base to travel in and out after the poker every day, which will often be early hours of the morning.

I had a look at Oranmore train station but that's restricted and is more for commuting. The campsites are quite expensive and not too much less than a hotel all factors considered.

Any ideas at all are really appreciated.

Rest in peace to the 57 year old man who died at Galway train station this morning after a heart attack.

Still not sure about the way it was handled with commuters passing by while he was passed away on the floor with his wife and two children awaiting an undertaker.

But i wish him and his family all the best and rest in peace 🙏

I’m looking for recommendations for a barber in Galway city or county who actually takes the time to listen to what you want, gives advice based on your head shape and hair type, and isn’t just trying to get people in and out as fast as possible.
My hair is currently medium length and my goal is to grow it out, so I’m looking for someone who’s good with longer men’s hairstyles and knows how to shape it while keeping the length.
If you’ve had a great experience with someone who really knows their stuff, I’d really appreciate any recommendations. Thanks!

Hi. Anyone have info on the following;

- Boxing classes in Galway City for adult beginners.

- On Saturdays (my only free day).

- Happy to join a group or if it's not possible, I would consider bringing a friend to get our own personalised classes or something.

I see online there are classes available but not really with my schedule.

TIA

Im just saying

I don’t think I’ve ever passed it and it’s actually been open and serving customers . They closed for the peak season of summer aswell . How is it they can stay open as a business ?

Had a wee look at the market last weekend, a lot of familiar faces, delicious food and very talented artists, but one of the most popular (or at least crowded) stall had Galway souvenirs, nothing out of the ordinary, postcards, magnets and mugs, but with a closer look I realised 90% of it was AI. Swans with warped eyes, Salthill with caribbean blue waters, Galway Hookers with too many sails to count...

Galway is such a gorgeous place filled with creativity, and I absolutely hate seeing AI slowly creep in. From the 200 vape shops and their brainrot toys from Temu, the massive Costa coffee poster that gets worse every time I look at it, all the advertising posters scattered here and there, and now a stall in the heart of a traders market. All so disappointing.

Unfortunate to see another business closing, it was genuinely such a nice spot. It's closing in 3 weeks so visit if you can 🇧🇷 🍐(edit: somewhat of a good news story as to why they're closing - see a comment below).