Greenfield Lodge Hotel Bar & Bistro sits on Greenfields Road in Curraghmore, near Headford in County Galway, overlooking the shores of Lough Corrib. Surrounded by lake and countryside, this is a destination restaurant rather than a town-centre dining spot, with panoramic views stretching towards Connemara. The setting is a major part of the appeal, whether you’re stopping for a meal, a drink or staying at the hotel.
The restaurant serves straightforward European food with a strong pub-grub sensibility. The current menu includes salt chilli squid with garlic and lemon aioli, blue cheese-stuffed flat mushrooms and bacon and herb croquettes to start. Mains range from the Greenfield Burger, made with an 8oz patty, streaky bacon and oak-smoked cheese, to slow-braised rib of beef, chicken supreme, 10oz ribeye steak and fish and chips. There are also mussels in a white wine, coriander and lemon sauce and ricotta and spinach ravioli with pesto for lighter or meat-free choices.
The restaurant has a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, with a dining room designed to make the most of its lakeside position. Guests can sit by the windows and take in the views across Lough Corrib, while the bar provides a cosier option for a drink by the fire. There’s also a terrace and garden area for enjoying the surroundings outdoors.
Greenfield Lodge is family-friendly, with a children's menu offering dishes such as fish fingers and chips, chicken goujons and chips, pasta and sauce, and sausage and mash. The restaurant also caters for vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free diners.
Beyond dining, Greenfield Lodge operates as a small hotel, with accommodation, free parking and outdoor areas. Its peaceful lakeside setting makes it particularly suited to a leisurely meal after exploring the surrounding countryside, rather than a quick stop in Headford itself.