'Taste the Island' a culinary journey around Northern Ireland

by Tourism Ireland

Updated April 07, 2020

Northern Ireland is well known for its high quality produce and dining experiences and was recently named as the 'World's Best Food Destination' at the International Travel and Tourism Awards in 2018/19. This Autumn, Tourism Northern Ireland is celebrating the local flavours of the region and encouraging visitors to #TastetheIsland with an extensive range of restaurants highlighting local ingredients and produce across their menus.

44 Hill Street

4.0

4 (810)

£26 to £40

Mediterranean

United Kingdom

About the restaurant

A vibrant celebration of modern food and drink, influenced by the flavours of the Med, using local products from local, independent producers.

We offer seasonal menus for you to share with friends and family, from a causal lunch to sharing plates to a full dining experience – you can enjoy it all with wine, beer, cocktails or bubbles!

The history of this building has ranged from a bonded warehouse to a butter merchants and now we bring you Forty-Four. The history of this vibrant restaurant is evident in the industrialised interior, from the exposed brick work to the metal beams dating back to the last century.

Top review

Stephen

Dined 1 day ago

Excellent restaurant, staff very friendly, food exceptional, highly recommend

Henry's

4.3

4.3 (769)

£25 and under

Irish

Belfast

About the restaurant

A licensed premises for over 100 years and steeped in Belfast history, Henry’s is the regeneration of a old favourite. Named after Henry Joy McCracken, Henry’s has been created to keep alive an old spot from the past, amongst the ever expanding and wonderful new. Join us for tipple, tales and some grub from the entries.

For any bookings after 7.30pm, please contact us via email at hello@henrysbelfast.com and our team will be happy to help!

Top review

Ann

Dined on Jan 3, 2025

Great place & food was really nice. Great location.

The Jailhouse

4.3

4.3 (264)

£25 and under

Irish

Belfast

About the restaurant

Long thought to be the building where our entries namesake was held as a prisoner before being hung in Cornmaket, The Jailhouse as it is now known has been frozen in time for the last 70 years nearly forgotten about completely. Restored as part of the Joys Entry project, the aim was to keep as much of the original character of the building as possible. Brick walls, inscribed beams and original windows, take a closer look and see what history and tales you can find while you sip on tipples and nibble on rations. Time Served Well.

Top review

Colin

Dined on Sep 28, 2024

Staff were amazing friendly helpful I would recommend to try great bar selection also

Pug Uglys

4.3

4.3 (148)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Belfast

About the restaurant

Welcome to Pug Uglys, we look forward to serving you.

*Boneyard tables can only be booked by telephone or email*

Top review

Gareth

Dined on Dec 11, 2024

Great value and atmosphere. Service from start to finish was top notch.

Riverside Restaurant and Bar

3.2

3.2 (125)

£26 to £40

Irish

Belfast

About the restaurant

The new look Riverside Restaurant & Bar is located on the ground floor of Hilton Belfast in the heart of Belfast. Every day in Riverside begins with the famous Hilton Buffet Breakfast offering a wide range of international and local breakfast favourites. Enjoy the sumptuous breakfast with panoramic views over the River Lagan from our floor to ceiling windows.
The Dinner service offers the best of local cuisine. We pride ourselves on seasonal changing menus celebrating the very best in local ingredients.

The Belfast Waterfront Hall is right next door making this venue ideal for Pre Theatre dining before attending a show. Pre-Theatre dining is available on show nights.
Groups are welcome with large tables of up to 20 diners. Semi private sections for up to 40 diners available upon request.
The Restaurant is available for private hire every lunch and dinner time for parties of 70 to 150. Contact events.belfast@hilton

Top review

Jane

Dined on Dec 29, 2024

Lovely meal after a concert in the Watrfront. Food was excellent. Generous portions. Service was excelllent and very pleasant and attentive staff.. We us a Groupon but staff seemed unaware of how to redeem it but overall lovely meal and would definately return.

Jospers at Ten Square

4.5

4.5 (1247)

£25 and under

Steak

Belfast

About the restaurant

The clue is in the name....and for the juiciest, most flavorsome steaks around, no matter how you take it, it's hard to beat a Josper-cooked steak! The secret is our Josper grill, a very particular style of Spanish charcoal oven, which is regarded by chefs worldwide as the finest method of cooking super tender steaks, while locking in all those wonderful flavors. So whether it's Sirloin or Rib Eye you prefer, the unique smoky, barbecue-style taste of our locally sourced, prime aged steaks is, we believe, out of this world! If, however, steaks are not your thing, then fear not, as we also offer a wide-ranging & amp; varied menu and quick & easy Light Lunch menu.

Top review

Jane

Dined 7 days ago

Staff very friendly and professional. Checked on us regularly but unobtrusively. The setting was cosy and comfy. We were meeting a friend we hadn’t seen for a while and wanted to catch up. We weren’t rushed off our table and so caught up with ease. Would not hesitate to recommend Jospers to family and friends. Thank you!

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