A fisherman’s friend that will delight fish fans

'We’ll be back to Dock 1 with its friendly staff, cheery simple decor and fishy treats'

Dock 1 in Galway City has just opened a new fish bar on the ground floor Pic: Anita Murphy

Dock 1,

1-3 Dock Road, Galway

091-562872, dockone.ie

Chef: Brian McMonagle

It’s a rum old game, taking a holiday in Ireland. One year you’re running out of suncream and wishing you’d packed more shorts, the next you’re wondering if you can be bothered running round the corner for a coffee given that the rain is coming down in sheets.

This year’s break to the west fell firmly into the latter category. It was ...