Location: Ballyclare
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Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland Food Guide: 6 Irish food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Ballyclare
Reviews on Irish food in Ballyclare, Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland. Ballyclare (from Irish Bealach Cláir, meaning 'pass of the plain') is a small town in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. It had a population of 18,441, including the surrounding townland, as of 2016. The town itself has a population of 9,919, according to the 2011 census. Under the reorganisation of Northern Ireland local government in 1973, Ballyclare lost its urban district status and became part of Newtownabbey borough. It is now part of Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council
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6. Raffles Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 55 reviews
Located within the family run, Templeton Hotel, Raffles is a friendly, fine dining restaurant with a great reputation for fresh, local produce and excellent service.Menus include A la Carte, Table dâhote and High Tea as well as catering for weddings and b
Reviewed By AlisonCNIreland
I booked a table for 11 for my mother's birthday and throughout the booking process and the evening itself the service was excellent. On the evening the staff were most attentive and eager to ensure that we enjoyed our night. We were served complimentary canapes at the start and at the end of the meal we were given complimentary marshmallows which were delicious.Having browsed other hotels' menus I can safely say that the Templeton's menu was the best value for our event. My starter was really tasty and I followed it with steak which was cooked perfectly and was delicious. My sweet was also lovely.Throughout the evening the staff, led by Andrew, were most professional and very attentive. We had a lovely evening.
5. Billy Andy's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 566 reviews
Reviewed By R_Kernohan
Friends and I booked a table at Billy Andyâs this weekend but we heard that the bar restaurant also had live traditional music on Saturday afternoons so we came early to experience a live session. The music was simply amazing. Musicians drifted in with their instruments all afternoon with their fiddles, penny whistles, banjos, harps, bodhráns and even uilleann pipes. We sat at the bar all afternoon soaking-up the great tunes, songs and atmosphere until our table in the restaurant was ready. Even at dinner the distant music from the bar added to the evening. The food was stunning, just faultless. Again the service was perfect, the restaurant manager and our waitress Sharon looked after our every need. I God-willing, I will definitely return to Billy Andyâs. We all had such a great day. Attention all other bar owners - A much-needed research field-trip to Billy Andyâs is needed. Go and see how a county pub restaurant should be run.
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4. Sleepy Hollow Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 823 reviews
Reviewed By Stevie3333
Called in one day around 3pm and was able to get a meal. Nice ambience but empty at that time. Food was tasty but I found portions a bit small. Would I assume be a lot better with atmosphere but we were there at an odd time. Worth a visit.
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3. Ballylagan Organic Farm Tea Room
Overall Ratings
4 based on 78 reviews
The Tea Room at Ballylagan Organic farm serves homemade organic food with many of the top quality ingredients coming from the farm. We serve breakfast and lunch as well as wonderful scones, cakes and desserts. In the winter escape the cold in front of the
Reviewed By Nicholas D
In the nice scenic county Antrim countryside is an organic restaurant and food market called Ballylagan Organic Farm located in Straid village between Larne and Ballyclare. The food is all organic with a lot of the produce being produced on the farm grounds and they also cater for vegetarians and have gluten free options. I got the Gammon and cheese toastie recently and soup and I have to say it was so rich in flavour from the cheddar cheese overpowering the near of the gammon. There is also a rich bounty of sweet cakes, bins and tray bakes on offer for all the sweet toothed foodies out there and there is even a small organic shop where you can pick up some ingredients for your next meal. Very nicely located within the walled gardens of the farm house and the only thing I can fault them on is the price but what do you expect for rich organic and eco friendly food.
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2. The Holestone
Overall Ratings
4 based on 112 reviews
High Quality, Locally Sourced Ingredients & Expert Care and Knowledge.. Striving to Bring You a Refined & Wholesome Dining Experience
Reviewed By lottie03
I found the restaurant attractive with nice decor. It is located in the centre of Parkgate and there are several parking spaces outside the door. The young staff were very pleasant and quite efficient. I liked the Sunday menu options and chose the beef sliders which were very tasty. Others had the boneless ribs and the chilli prawns which were also enjoyed. Two of us picked the cod and I chose the slow braised beef. Great dishes, especially mine! The beef was outstanding and resembled two slabs of daupinoise potatoes in appearance. We enjoyed the accompanying potatoes and other vegetables. My brother in law chose the chicken chow mein which was a special. It was extremely salty. We all agreed about this and did mention it. He received a complimentary pint of beer. Shame all the dishes weren't perfect, but the lunch was thoroughly enjoyable.
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1. McConnells bar Doagh
Overall Ratings
4 based on 69 reviews
Reviewed By Ian F
Driving through stopped for lunch. Very busy for a Thursday afternoon. Fixtures and fitting a bit dated and worn. Friendly atmosphere, food was tasty. Food came as ordered and as described. If about here again would return. Quite an extensive menu for a small town.
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