Location: Derry
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Where to eat Contemporary food in Derry: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Reviews on Contemporary food in Derry, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. Derry (/ˈdɛri/), officially Londonderry (/ˈlʌndənˌdɛri/), is the second-largest city in Northern Ireland and the fourth-largest city on the island of Ireland. The name Derry is an anglicisation of the Old Irish name Daire (modern Irish: Doire) meaning "oak grove". In 1613, the city was granted a Royal Charter by King James I and gained the "London" prefix to reflect the funding of its construction by the London guilds. While the city is more usually known colloquially as Derry, Londonderry is also commonly used and remains the legal name.
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10. Icon Restaurant & Winebar
Overall Ratings
3 based on 367 reviews
Reviewed By Jeremy H
Eating with a friend, I had the daily special of Jerk Chicken, served with chips and chilli sauce and tobacco onions. Excellent portion, super quality food and even better service. Highly recommended. A lovely restaurant and a most enjoyable experience.
9. 68 Clooney @ White Horse Hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 138 reviews
68 Clooney Restaurantâ is the perfect location for lunch or dinner, business or pleasure. The philosophy behind the food on offer is simplicity; it is fresh local produce prepared with a modern twist. The Head Chef Noel Ward and his highly qualified team
Reviewed By conkerhawk
Just finished a one night stay here and was so amazed by the friendliness of the staff my wife and I canât recommend this place enough the ambience is so relaxing the music in the bar was perfect for st Patrickâs day and the food in the evening was amazing we never moved moved all day and then the use of the leisure facilities was a bonus should be 5 star will deffo be back again...Keep up the good work
8. The Gown Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 138 reviews
The Gown Restaurant opens for service from 5pm and is a refreshing addition to the Derry restaurant scene, offering seating for 50 people. Fronting London Street, in the heart of the Cathedral Quarter, âThe Gownâ is the culinary focal point of Bishopâs Ga
Reviewed By Fox149
Ate here Saturday night of the jazz festival and had a really good meal. Service as always was excellent. My husband had the chicken caesar salad to start which was plentiful and delicious. Mains of steak and hake were excellent as was the sides of baby boiled potatoes, crispy courgettes and chips. While the baked alaska was very good the meringue being exceptional it was quite light on the ice-cream in fact we struggled to find any. Overall great service and a great meal. Well done and thanks to everyone looking forward to our next visit Hello Fox149,What a great weekend the Jazz festival was for the city.So happy that you had lovely time with us at The Gown Restaurant. Ill pass your comments on to Chef and make him aware.Please do visit us again - We look forward to welcoming you backRegards
7. Caterina's Bistro
Overall Ratings
4 based on 52 reviews
Caterinaâs is a classic, modern bistro offering a carefully crafted menu, exceptional service and a good-time feel. We have taken locally sourced produce and turned it into international cuisine at affordable prices. Perfect for a brunch, business lunch o
Reviewed By john m
Went here with family who were on holiday from Edinburgh, really nice place, nice selection on the menu, had the seafood platter beautiful definitely having this next time, the main was really nice as well very pretty dish, disappointed with the dessert I had trifle £6.99 didnât taste that great, great service especially from Cormac lovely young gentleman very helpful with all of our meal and experience in your restaurant, great asset to yourselves highly recommend for a visit
6. Timberquay
Overall Ratings
4 based on 394 reviews
Reviewed By Linda B
Our tour group had dinner here after a day of sightseeing. What a gorgeous place!! Right on the river--the large windows offering a great view!! Wine was included in our package. Good choices!! Started with the soup du jour- a spicy tomato. For my entree, the blackened salmon with mango & lime salsa. Delish!!! It came with a salad platethat could have been a meal in itself. Potato salad, pasta salad, couscous salad, cole slaw & greens. What a salad!! For dessert, the creme brulee with shortbread & vanilla ice cream. Outstanding meal, service & location!! Definitely recommend!!!
5. Browns in Town
Overall Ratings
4 based on 939 reviews
Situated in the heart of the city, Browns in Town is an award winning Michelin recommended restaurant, renowned for providing a casual dining experience in modern and comfortable surroundings. This trendy venue is a hit with foodies who enjoy Browns great
Reviewed By Co-opMatt
Lovely starters. I had the crab linguine a nice warming heat from the chilli. I had the duck breast for main really juicy and amazing black pudding. The champ side dish was delightful.
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4. The Exchange
Overall Ratings
4 based on 849 reviews
The Exchange Restaurant and Wine Bar is a family friendly, informal restaurant located centrally near the Peace Bridge in the busy town centre. Established 10 years ago, we have become a well known attraction on the riverside. We serve a comprehensive ran
Reviewed By astroarchitect
I love pubs. But the problem with most of the pubs in Ireland is that they serve lots of drinks, and a smattering of snacks, but not that many offer a full menu for a meal. So because we wanted to eat more than drink, we passed pub after pub that only served drinks. Finally came to the Exchange Restaurant. Very nice and lively atmosphere with a friendly hustle and bustle about it. Delicious food. We had Blackened Salmon and Grilled Sea Bass. Excellent!
3. Brickwork
Overall Ratings
4 based on 317 reviews
With our delicious, urban, contemporary menu featuring the finest locally sourced produce in a relaxed, upbeat, casual surroundings, our friendly Brickwork team can't wait to share their passion for fabulous food and exquisite drinks with you. Just sit ba
Reviewed By William C
Quite surprised to see the variety of Asian cuisine, especially bao burgers, but the kimchi did not really taste like real kimchi if there was any at all. Overall good food, a good break from the ubiquitous hamburgers and french fries in Ireland.
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2. Walled City Brewery
Overall Ratings
4 based on 624 reviews
A family-run Craft Brewery & Eatery creating uniquely local, fabulously flavoursome small batches of artisan beer and food.
Reviewed By Rod_Pole
We turned up unplanned in the early evening and luckily they had a table.I cannot criticise this place in anyway. The atmosphere, food, beer and service were all really excellent, and very reasonably priced. Try it.
Where to eat European food in Derry: The Best Restaurants and Bars
1. Browns Bonds Hill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1001 reviews
Whether it's Sunday lunch with the family, private dining for an intimate celebration, lunch over a business deal or a midweek treat, Browns Bonds Hill provides diners with a unique Michelin recommended dining experience. The flagship restaurant in the gr
Reviewed By Lois131313
We return to Browns after a gap of a few years - I missed it! The ambience is as refined as ever and the food is excellent. Very good presentation and all the courses were inventive and very good. Delicious desserts. We had the lunch menu (even on a Sunday) which is excellent value. Excellent home made bread. Large choice of wines - I particularly appreciated that each have a description including the grape and the flavours. Good service completed the great experience. Definitely worth a visit. Browns on Bond Hill is the more formal restaurant, whereas Browns in Town has a more popular menu. I go for Bonds Hill every time!
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