Moran's Oyster Cottage dates back more than 250 years and is now run by Michael Moran who is the 7th generation in the family business. This picturesque cottage overlooking the Dunkellin River is situated on one of the many inlets of Galway Bay.
In the 1800's The Weir was a busy port where boatloads of turf and seaweed from Connemara were traded with local people who arrived by horse and cart. This pub along with two other licensed premises were busy as the thirsty badoiri and farmers needed refreshment. The tradition ended with the advent of road transport during the 1950's. Moran's began serving food in 1967 and is now a must for anybody with an interest in sampling the crustaceous delights of Galway Bay.
Locally grown Galway Bay oysters are the speciality of the house. Willie, Gerry, Vincent and Michael have held the International and World Tittlse in Oyster Opening competitions. When was the last time you were served lunch by a World Champion?
While we were dining, we noticed an old posting mounted above the door. It obviously had some history associated with it and it looked, oh so old. Anyway, I hauled out my most trustworthy pen and copied it down for generations to come ...
Moran's Galway Oysters
Tis long ago that oysters were the pride of Moran's bar,
But when you eat them here today you'll know that they still are.
And it will be forever so, in years they'll taste the same,
And little children not yet born, will know why granddad came,
So have another dozen, and then have another drink,
And thank the Lord for oysters, since it's later than you think.
Pretty special, eh?
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