Griffin's

Galway City


A local institution, this bakery has been run by the Griffin family since 1876. Behind its iconic emerald-green facade, the ground-floor counter is laden with treats, including great scones and speciality breads such as eel-shaped Conger bread and St Patrick's Day shamrock-shaped Guinness sourdough.

Upstairs, the cafe serves breakfast, sandwiches, salads and desserts like strawberry mousse cheesecake.


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