Location: Belfast
Top Restaurants in Belfast
Top 10 Irish food in Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Find out what Irish restaurants to try in Belfast. With a population of almost 300,000 in the city proper, Belfast has grown into a cosmopolitan destination and become a popular weekend break spot. With feelings of optimism and life pulsing through the city, Belfast makes for an energizing getaway. It's never been easier to tour the city, thanks to a number of intriguing bus, taxi, boat and pedestrian options. Don't miss the Ulster Folk Museum or the Belfast Cathedral, and make sure to experience some of the award-winning restaurants, bars, clubs, galleries and theaters.
Things to do in Belfast
10. Oliver's Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 332 reviews
Olivers Restaurant is a casual dining restaurant at the heart of the community here in Ballyhackamore, East Belfast. Easily accessible via the G1 Glider from the centre of the city.
Reviewed By AmyBeattie
My husband and I visited Oliver's for a last minute Saturday night dinner. Could not fault any of our experience, the food was delicious and great variety on the menu. I also have to specifically mention that the staff were brilliant. We will definitely be back.
9. The Muddlers Club
Overall Ratings
4 based on 643 reviews
Reviewed By Beckinhill
Having dinner here is a real treat. The service you receive from when you enter until you depart is genuine and personable. I love the casual approach to such a brilliant foodie experience. I was therefore delighted that they were awarded a Michelin star, but didn't need to become stuck up snobs to get it.Every course here is such a novel and gastronomic experience! We didn't go for wine pairing because we know what we like! (and you don't need to spend a mortgage on it either) - to top it all they have a fab cocktail menu too.!!Can't wait to go back!!
8. The Lantern
Overall Ratings
4 based on 989 reviews
DINING AT THE LANTERN, BELFAST Exciting established restaurant in the heart of belfast city centre. A fantastic High quality Northern Irish ingredients create a varied menu with the focus firmly on great seasonal produce. An established favourite in the h
Reviewed By StephenM447
Three of us had a delightful dinner here recently.We were warmly welcomed and seated then promptly waited upon. The drinks were brought in short order as was our delicious food including the excellent octopus. Service was attentive but not intrusive and the sound level allowed normal conversation.The Lantern is conveniently located near City Hall and all the bus routes including the newly introduced Glider. We will be back.
7. Kitch Belfast
Overall Ratings
4 based on 874 reviews
Feeling the urge to try ' Something Different' then KITCH is the perfect location. Using the Best & Freshest, Locally Sourced Ingredients Designed & Served with Heart & Passion. Kick Back & Relax in KITCH
Reviewed By Jane o
Absolutely top notch! Fabulous personal service but not over the top. Beautiful cocktails, food was exceptional, I had black bean tofu stir fry - it was the most delicious vegetarian meal I've had since visiting Asia 2years ago. My husband had the chicken salad dish which was equally fresh and tasty . Excellent value for such a high quality, professionally cooked meal. Restaurant was not overcrowded,this place very obviously specialises in the importance of customer experience Would recommend to book early to avoid disappointment
6. Darcy's Belfast
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1158 reviews
Darcy's of Belfast is a family-run restaurant offering quality traditional food made with the most local of ingredients. We are situated in the heart of Belfast and our classic, traditional interior is as characteristic of the city as you will find anywhe
Reviewed By SteveC_and_family
Great menu with lots of Irish choices on offer. Food was superb - great chowder and fish cake. Excellent service and super friendly - staff were great in recommending bars to visit.So good we went back for more!
5. Ginger Bistro
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2317 reviews
Reviewed By rasp b
A very nice Bistro,friendly professional staff , excellent food and very well cooked.This place is very popular and I would think booking is a wise choice..They keep several tables for walk ins so you might be lucky.
4. Yum
Overall Ratings
4 based on 793 reviews
Irish,European, Modern Cuisine. Vegan, gluten-free & vegetarian friendly.Serving breakfast, lunch and evening meal.
Reviewed By shunky
We'd a family meal here last night. Excellent food and service. Three starters, three mains, two desserts and a bottle of wine £73. I'd definitely come here again. Nice menu selection too with very good wine
3. Holohans Pantry
Overall Ratings
5 based on 923 reviews
Holohan's is a family owned Irish restaurant situated on University Road just a stones throw from the Queens University. Holohan's Pantry is located in an old listed building oozing charm and ambience, a mixture of old style surroundings in a bright and w
Reviewed By lisabL4985JO
Service was super friendly and very accommodating for us and our toddler! Also they recommended excellent meals... We started with goat cheese toast, with figs and beet chips, a selection of Irish breads, then had the seafood and beef stew boxtys. Everything was cooked perfectly, and was well balanced with fresh herbs and great textures! Best meal in Ireland so far!
2. Holohans At The Barge
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2117 reviews
Holohan's is a family owned Irish restaurant situated on the Belfast Barge and permanently moored beside the Waterfront theatre and Queens Bridge in the heart of Belfast City. Holohan's unusual and picturesque setting is the perfect accompaniment to the u
Reviewed By ADickson40
Absolutely 5 star restaurant ! Highly recommended.What a quirky dining experience.We had inadvertently booked for 2 rather than 4 but they managed to squeeze us in.Stunning starters, beautiful bread, magnificent mains and delightful deserts.
1. Town Square
Overall Ratings
4 based on 305 reviews
Coffee | Food | Drink | Social Instagram: @townsqcafe / @townsqbar We're open from the break of dawn right through to the early hours. Serving Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch & Dinner with world class coffee and cocktails in between.
Reviewed By catherinemR1300MO
I had lunch with family here and we were looking for a fry. The waitress was accommodating and said the chef could customise their âfry in a bapâ for us. I had the avocado, poached egg on toast and it was very small. I left still hungry and it didnât have roasted tomatoes as other images showed. The poached egg was hard and disappointing as was the overcooked single slice of bacon which cost and additional £1. I shouldnât have bothered as it was tasteless. The coffee tasted nice, however was very small.I am sorry that you left less than fully satisifed with our food offering. The coffees only come in one size (8oz), which is the standard for a specialty coffee shop. However, I would love if you could email me with the time and date that you ate with us so I can investigate the matter of the missing item and the poor quality food. Thanks
