Opened to great acclaim in the late 90s, Deane's has played a prominent role in the upgrading of cuisine in Belfast, proving that there was a market here all along for fine contemporary and fusion food. As renowned Michelin-starred chef Michael Deane puts it, come and sample some serious, indulgent dining. The clientèle range from high flying city types to Belfast's most distinguished visitors. Beware though, the menu changes regularly. There is a fine range of wines, with a bottle of house wine.
When at Belfast's MAC (Metropolitan Arts Centre), if you wish take a break from the entertaining acts and nourish yourself, head over to the canteen for some delicious treats. The Canteen at the MAC serves a range of contemporary preparations inspired by global recipes. Soups, salads, breads and meats cooked in various styles are on offer. It is an ideal place for a pre-theater meal with dinner being served from 5p onwards, or even an after-show meal as the doors remain open till much later on nights that performances are held at MAC. Concerts and dinner shows are regularly organized here, making your dining experience here a joyful one.
If you're looking for a little of Paris in Ireland, you'll find it at this charming Lisburn Road eatery. The menu here is thick with delicious French offerings like beef bourguignon, chicken liver parfait among others. The decor oozes fine French taste and elegance, a concept that resonates in the service here too. A great date spot, this little, romantic place makes for a brilliant change if you're done with the whole fast food deal and are ready for some rich, melt-in-the-mouth French preparations.
The Great Room is neatly located inside The Merchant Hotel and is a fantastic place to enjoy a nice meal. The spectacular building only enhances the sophisticated ambiance within with its original Victorian decor and impressive chandelier. Once you take your seat, you can pick from their varied menus of seasonal dishes using local ingredients. Along with their suburb dishes, The Great Room also has an impressive wine cellar.
This restaurant, bar and club is a very trendy, chic and well-established joint. The atmosphere here is easy going, relaxed and casual. The decor is a blend of dark wood and low lights. If seafood is what you've been craving for, you will get many options to choose from at Shu. The food is eclectic and is made to suit your palate. Try their wide array of wines to go with your sushi or fish sticks. The bar is on the second floor and the club is in the basement. Check the website for more details.
Cutter's Warf is a great place for a leisurely pint but really comes to life during the summer months. Its popularity is due to a massive beer garden and an idyllic setting, situated on the banks of the River Lagan. The bright, airy pub has some excellent panoramic views, quirky promotions and plenty of passing boats full of straining rowers to keep you entertained. There's also good barbecue, plenty of free-flowing drinks and lively music. Also, there is a restaurant upstairs which serves a wide variety of dishes.
Recently opened in Whiteabbey Village overlooking Belfast Lough, the Kinara brings Indian cuisine to the Belfast suburbs. The extensive menu enables you to sample lamb and chicken dishes cooked in mouth-watering, dazzlingly colored sauces, ranging from the mild to the highly spicy (the menu acts as a heat guide). Fish is also on the menu, as are a number of dishes that fuse east with west which are unique to this restaurant. The chilli naan bread is not for the faint-hearted! This restaurant is fully licensed and sells the popular Indian lager Kobra on draught. Their takeaway service is very popular. Come in the evening with your loved one and watch the lights come on across the Lough in neighboring Co. Down.
Set along Warehouse Lane in Belfast, The Muddlers Club opened its doors in 2015. This one-Michelin starred restaurant is owned and managed by Chef Gareth McCaughey. Most of the high-quality ingredients used to prepare their delectable meals are sourced from local farms and markets in Ireland. The restaurant’s open kitchen is perfect for patrons who want to watch their meals get freshly prepared. They even offer a fantastic selection of cocktails that pair well with their unique dishes. This dimly-lit restaurant’s Rustic-style interiors will surely take you back in time.
Opened to great acclaim in the late 90s, Deane's has played a prominent role in the upgrading of cuisine in Belfast, proving that there was a market here all along for fine contemporary and fusion food. As renowned Michelin-starred chef Michael Deane puts it, come and sample some serious, indulgent dining. The clientèle range from high flying city types to Belfast's most distinguished visitors. Beware though, the menu changes regularly. There is a fine range of wines, with a bottle of house wine.
No frills here at the Mad Hatter, just well-prepared meals and a friendly atmosphere. There's an extensive breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea menu to choose from, with breakfast served all day, always a popular choice as a hangover remedy with the many students who live in this area. Summer affords true Mad Hatter tea parties in the tea garden, thankfully without the sleeping dormouse in the teapot, just wholesome home cooking. Mad Hatter may not offer anything wildly unusual, but everything you get here is fresh and well prepared, which explains its mention in the Taste of Ulster eatery guide to Northern Ireland.
The Riverside Studio offers a range of hand-painted furniture, soft toys, glassware, tapestries and other locally made products. Particularly of note is the hand-made pine furniture. Karin Black, the proprietor, also runs classes at the studio on paint techniques and folk art. On the premises is a lovely Georgian tea room with welcoming open fires and river views. Home-made scones and fresh tea or coffee in such surroundings is guaranteed to please and send you on your way relaxed and refreshed.