The Pullman Restaurant

From the start to the end it was an experience. A safari of dishes mafe with a chef with a salient eye for detail. The orient express carriage takes you away, enabling a step out of reality and providing the escapism we often all so crave. Led by Ian, the restaurant manager, he is endowed with his exceptional front of house team. Sophie was excellent also. She could really put a spin on the explanations and the staff seemed so engaged. The team are so well drilled and they know their product inside out. As regards the food offering, we thought this was exceptional. Service was razor sharp. From the quality of the food down to the chefs magic with herbs, the provenance of the dishes, the cooking styles and just the crockery, cutlery and general magic that prevaded throughout the experience. If you like a treat or like fine dining. This is a must do. We opted for the wine pairing. It was sublime. Take a bow.

Everything about our visit to the Pullman was outstanding. We were a party of four, and our attending waiter was top class — attentive, friendly, and genuinely excellent at what he does. The whole place had such a beautiful vibe: light background music, a relaxed atmosphere, and staff who couldn’t do enough for you. The food was exquisite and absolutely faultless. Every dish hit all the right taste buds, and I’m already looking forward to going back. A truly amazing experience from start to finish. Thanks everyone. Pauline and family .

Our second visit to the Pullman exactly one year apart. The restaurant remains the same but there has been a change in the kitchen and the service, all for the better. The new head chef is preparing the restaurant for a Michelin star rating in 2025 and we could immediately tell from the standard of dishes and service provided. The food was absolutely exceptional throughout and cannot wait to see what 2025 brings with their planned renovations. Highly recommend the venison. Cooked to perfection.

WOW! What an incredible meal and experience! My husband and I had the best time celebrating our 1 year wedding anniversary here and it was top notch. The waitstaff and service was an absolute delight and it really felt like you were walking back in time. The food and drinks were superb and so thoughtfully curated. Our waitresses Alex and Hannah were so knowledgeable and beyond lovely. Not to mention, you’re having dinner in a legit train car, beyond cool!! The grounds at Genlo Abbey were beyond gorgeous, truly a 5 star experience! Can’t recommend this restaurant enough! An absolute MUST if you’re in Galway!

Such a cool and unique experience. You're dining on two of the original orient express carts. There are two dining carts and two private dining carts. We were lucky enough to be seated in a private cart. It was so lovely. The small attention to details like the subtle train track sound effects made it feel really special and immersive. The staff was also so lovely. The food was also pretty good. Definitely more gastro inspired, so be prepared for some unique flavors and combinations/smaller portions. Not all of them were necessarily my cup of tea, but still worth a visit if you're in the area. We're so glad we went, especially for the ambiance!

INCREDIBLE!!!! Eating on one of two train cars originally from the Orient Express was an awesome package at Glenlo Abbey. Yes it's quite a bit more costly but overall a once in a lifetime experience. Our room (luckily and maybe purposely) looked out over the trains as we eagerly awaited eating there. We were 'boarded' at our reservation time by a man in full train attire and handed train tickets which just added to the experience. The initial ambiance was on point. Our waiter fit the part as well and was prompt to greet us. We also received a goat cheese filled mini waffle cone as a treat after ordering and tarts after dessert. Our deal included a three-course meal including bread. The bread was really delicious and more of a French bread type of crust yet soft inside. The appetizers we ordered were absolutely delicious as well. As our meals came out and we were greeted with a show of revealing the plates which added a little pizzazz. The entire meal is what you would expect from a five-star restaurant. The drinks we ordered were amazing too!!!! Sitting in our booths and learning that the likes of Laurel and Hardy, Charlie Chaplin were once guests on the train along with many other old time celebrities. These cars were also used to transport Winston Churchill to his final resting place. We were seated in the 'Leona' which is one of the oldest cars. Overall, this was an amazing experience. Highly recommend you upgrade to this package.

So cool! Would give them 10/5 stars if possible on atmosphere. Eating in an old train-car - a first. Great service. Food was excellent. Everyone enjoyed their meal. Really neat venue - if you are staying at Glenlo make sure this is one of the evening dining choices (make a reservation). Very glad we ate here!

This is an absolute gem. Beautiful exterior and interior. The staff are outstanding- professional and yet friendly. Service is first class! This is truly a culinary bonanza exquisite in detail and flavours. It is simply magnificent and l would without hesitation highly recommend this fine establishment for any occasion.

Unique experience aboard the once Oriental Express train. We ordered from a set menu. The presentation of the food was nice. Scallops were ok. Fish wasn't as tender as I expected it to be and it was also fried. The rhubarb dessert was soooooo sour. Wasn't expecting that. Really attentive staff. The inside of the train was a bit stuffy but after opening the window a bit it was ok. Overall, fun experience aboard the train and great presentation of food.

Amazing and unique atmosphere, friendly service, delicious food and drinks, will recommend this every time

On the evening of September 6th our dining experience started out with a powerhouse of ambiance(how many people get to dine in an original Orient Express train car). The staff was initially attentive, but that gradually deteriorated as the evening progressed. Drink orders seemed to be forgotten or maybe the bartender was overwhelmed and understaffed. An amuse bouche was sent by the chef which was a pleasant surprise. We tried Medallions of lamb, the cod and steak. Everything was delicious, however four hours later, my husband and sons became seriously ill, throwing up and then getting diarrhea in the middle of the night. We believe that the lamb that my husband had was contaminated. He served a bite to both my sons. I never had a taste of his lamb nor did my son's girlfriend who was with us. Since our day prior to our dinner consisted of the same breakfast and lunch that we all ate together, we believe that it came from the Pullman. Activities had to be canceled the following day. We made management aware but their response was that no one else has complained. They have not reached out to investigate further. So disappointed. I would not recommend the Pullman.

One of the coolest dining experiences I've ever had. The train cars are all lit up at night and it feels like a movie as soon as you walk in. There's prop luggage everywhere and they give you train tickets as soon as you walk in to make you feel as though you're on a working train. The interior is something out of the 60's. The staff are all dressed in that same era of clothing as well. We were lucky to get our own private room on the train as it was my girlfriend's 30th birthday. We were geeking out at the fact that Paul Rudd sat in the very same seats the night before with his family. We kept talking with all the staff about it, asking what he ordered and what he was wearing. Turns out he's just a regular dude, and while we ordered fancy and dressed up, Paul and his family just came in shorts and a T-shirt and ordered fries and a burger that wasn't even on the menu. The food was insanely tasty, the staff were all genuinely good people with interesting life stories of their own. We truly felt like we were on a luxurious train ride as we dined. They even served us little desserts in a beautiful vintage box. Definitely an experience we will never forget.

INCREDIBLE!!!! Eating on one of two train cars originally from the Orient Express was an awesome package at Glenlo Abbey. Yes it's quite a bit more costly but overall a once in a lifetime experience. Our room (luckily and maybe purposely) looked out over the trains as we eagerly awaited eating there. We were 'boarded' at our reservation time by a man in full train attire and handed train tickets which just added to the experience. The initial ambiance was on point. Our waiter fit the part as well and was prompt to greet us. We also received a goat cheese filled mini waffle cone as a treat after ordering and tarts after dessert. Our deal included a three-course meal including bread. The bread was really delicious and more of a French bread type of crust yet soft inside. The appetizers we ordered were absolutely delicious as well. As our meals came out and we were greeted with a show of revealing the plates which added a little pizzazz. The entire meal is what you would expect from a five-star restaurant. The drinks we ordered were amazing too!!!! Sitting in our booths and learning that the likes of Laurel and Hardy, Charlie Chaplin were once guests on the train along with many other old time celebrities. These cars were also used to transport Winston Churchill to his final resting place. We were seated in the 'Leona' which is one of the oldest cars. Overall, this was an amazing experience. Highly recommend you upgrade to this package.

This was a unique restaurant with friendly staff but was somewhat mediocre. The menu is very limited and nothing on it was very appealing (I am not picky) We felt very rushed by the staff at the beginning of our meal. We had ordered and our appetizer was on the table within ten minutes of sitting down. I hadn't taken my last bite of appetizer when the main course came. I ordered the Sea Trout which the waiter confirmed came with a cream/bisque based pasta. However, I received fish with a few pieces of vegetables- no pasta. I inquired and the waiter confirmed I had the wrong dish and he took it away. When he brought it back, it was fish with potato's. I again advised I ordered pasta. The waiter insisted he brought me pasta the first time and I said I didn't like it??? It was super odd and I guess may have been a language barrier since he didn't speak English well. But I didn't get what I ordered and the fish was just okay. I think the high reviews are because of the unique location and ambiance.

Over all the ambiance in the area was wonderful and the staff was extremely polite. The food was OK. We paid €175 for a two course meal with 2 drinks and still water. The appetizers were very small portions for €30. I am all for spending money on high quality food, but there was not enough flavor for me. I wouldn't go back. They do take Discover and American express which is a plus!

Extremely interesting ambiance! Railway cars + Fine dining + Amazing service. One of the best meals we have had, and our waiter, Bart, made it all the more special. This place is a MUST TRY for anyone visiting West Ireland/ Galway area! NOTE: THIS RESTAURANT IS LOCATED AT THE GLENLO ABBEY HOTEL. The current Yelp! location is incorrect.

This is a unique restaurant setting at Glenlo Abbey hotel to enjoy, marvelling at the notion of rattling train journey across a countryside while dining. The set menu is only €35 which is quite attractable given the a la carte mains are in the €20 range, but I didn't think the wine range offered was value for money; perhaps that's how they make further markup. Without a doubt though, the food is very good, and after very generous sized starters, our mains of Pan-fried sea-bass and Sirloin steak were first class along with accompanying freshly cooked veggies. We noticed a dessert which offered Grand Marnier ice-cream on the a la carte menu and we asked for it and the waiter duly obliged, which was delicious on what was a very good selection of fruit berries from our set menu. Tea & coffee then, followed by finishing our wine while looking out across Lough Corrib and the setting sun, lovely. Excellent service from Kevin Moran and his staff also.

First of all, I have to admit that I require a special diet. I have had heart surgery and have to watch the intake of butter, saturated fats and salt. I asked the desk to call ahead for me to inquire if the chef could accommodate my restrictions. The answer came back a resounding "yes.." I understand than knowing how to cook low salt, low fat with flavor is an art. I also know that chefs want to please their customers and give them tastes with butter and seasonings. I asked for a grilled chicken breast and some steamed vegetables. What I received was a salad with balsamic vinegar only- not the balsamic vinaigrette i requested, but a small pitcher of vinegar. I put the salad in my purse to avoid insulting the chef. The chicken, main course, arrived with two overcooked small carrots and two turnips the size of small pickles and a small chicken breast with skin. I do understand that cooking for a heart patient can be challenging. But this was less than satisfactory. The server was wonderful. Geraldine did everything she could in her power to make the dinner better, but it kept spiraling downwards. The dessert of berries was terrific. .The bottom line is that I paid $60 plus tip for a small chicken breast. Our entire tab was over $200. My dining partner thoroughly enjoyed her meal. She loved every bite, but then she doesn't have a heart condition and didn't recently have triple bypass open heart surgery. My dinner was stressful, I called ahead, I was specific and I expected to have an decent dinner. I didn't expect to have a stressful experience and to be charged through the roof for a meal that was well intended but ill-executed. I know this is a successful restaurant in a unique setting and for many this is incredible. It would be better if they could also accommodate the request for a heart healthy meal. I, unfortunately, can never come back.