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1. The Ivy Brasserie, Belfast

4.3

Awesome(474)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Irish • Belfast

Booked 157 times today

The Ivy Belfast Brasserie spans across two floors at the historic Cleaver House on Donegall Square North, in the heart of the City Centre. The Ivy Belfast brings a touch of Ivy magic to Northern Ireland, offering effortless glamour and a varied mix of classic and locally inspired dishes.

2. Fontana

4.7

Exceptional(507)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • Holywood

Booked 2 times today

Simple Food, Cooked Well, Enjoyed By All.Fontana is a favorite in the neighborhood. Always serving the best of fresh local ingredients in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, Fontana is that perfect place for lunch, dinner or Sunday brunch.

3. The Cloth Ear

4.5

Awesome(1078)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Irish • Belfast

Booked 8 times today

🏉 SHOWING ALL GUINNESS 6 NATIONS MATCHES LIVE! 🏉No bookings taken for 6 Nations, walk-ins onlyThe Cloth Ear provides patrons with a pleasing twist on the quintessential Irish Pub. We are nestled in the oldest quarter of Belfast and we’ve woven a rich seam of our wonderful Victorian heritage into what is ultimately a thoroughly modern experience. At The Cloth Ear the welcome is warm and the atmosphere convivial. We invite you to join us as we celebrate the gentle art of conversation.Our drinks list combines classic creations and innovative ideas. From punch bowls to hoptails and wine by the keg, we’ve carefully crafted an eclectic array of drinks to quench your thirst, tickle your tastebuds and get the conversation flowing. We are story tellers and we look forward to hearing your story too.No shaggy dogs, no braggarts, no windbags. Just tall tales, All Tables reservations are for dining unfortunately we do not take drinks only bookings.

4. Berts Jazz Bar

4.8

Exceptional(1116)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Belfast

Booked 27 times today

Berts Jazz Bar encapsulates the sleek elegance of the art deco era, complimented by the very best in live jazz, fabulous cocktails and mouth-watering food.Transport yourself back to the Art Deco glamour of 1930’s New York and the Jazz Age in Belfast’s only dedicated Jazz bar and restaurant: Berts Bar at The Merchant Hotel. Soak up the sophisticated atmosphere and let the cool jazz melodies wash over you. A handpicked list of cocktails completes the extensive drinks selection. A French bistro style menu is complemented by an extensive wine list and, of course, exemplary service. Berts offers live jazz seven nights a week. All table reservations are for dining purposes only, unfortunately we do not take drinks only bookings.Please Note Live Jazz Performances for Friday & Saturday evenings are from 9pm-12pm

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5. Bank Square Brasserie

4.8

Exceptional(433)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• International • Belfast

Booked 3 times today

Bank Square Brasserie is a place where you can appreciate high quality food and service in a casual atmosphere. Anchored in the city centre of Belfast we celebrate local produces and resources to provide a unique experience, from our drinks list to the flavours on the plate.

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6. The Great Room Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(969)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Modern European • Belfast

Booked 7 times today

The Great Room Restaurant is undoubtedly one of Northern Ireland’s most extraordinary restaurants. Thanks to the remarkable original Victorian interior with its glass cupola, Ireland’s largest chandelier an array of plasterwork detailing, the space is second to none. Needless to say our chefs search tirelessly to bring the finest seasonal ingredients together in eloquent dishes in thoughtfully prepared menus, just one of the reasons The Great Room Restaurant was awarded 2 AA Rosettes. All this is complemented by expert service and a wine list to which all the superlatives apply!Mid- week lunch is served Monday to Friday from 12.00 to 14.15To book our iconic Afternoon Tea, please search for Afternoon Tea at The Merchant Hotel.

7. Yardbird Belfast

4.4

Awesome(682)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Rotisserie Chicken • Belfast

Booked 7 times today

Yardbird is our rotisserie chicken restaurant upstairs above The Dirty Onion. Our menu is small but our flavours are big. Ok, we do chicken, but our chicken is famous!Our local free-to-roam chicken is marinated for 24 hours in lemon, buttermilk, and paprika. It is then dry-rubbed, cooked and blast-chilled to keep it juicy and finally roasted on the spit. Ribs and wings are also available, as are a choice of sides and homemade desserts. Hungry yet?We prepare all our food in-house and service is fast!This is a booking for Yardbird the restaurant, The Dirty Onion bar operates on a first come first serve basis.

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8. Jospers at Ten Square

4.6

Exceptional(1315)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steak • Belfast

Booked 8 times today

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.

9. Henry's

4.3

Awesome(802)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Irish • Belfast

Booked 11 times today

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!

10. Fountain Lane

4.4

Awesome(389)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Belfast

Booked 9 times today

Our kitchen team serve traditional food made from locally sourced seasonal ingredients. We are open lunch and dinner throughout the week serving tasty classics and modern temptations. Make your Sunday a true day of rest and pop down for brunch or a Sunday roast with all the trimmings (and none of the washing up!).Kids menu available for the little ones and we welcome your four legged friends too.Relax and be entertained with live music 7 days a week. ( Please note Open Table is for food reservations only)

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Trevor
Dublin •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our first time at the ivy overall experience, Fantastic would highly recommended
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The Ivy Brasserie, BelfastPrice: Expensive• Irish• Belfast
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4.3
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Tom
Washington, D.C. Area •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Very good jazz band of sax, guitar, and drums, each excellent alone and good together. Enjoyed the mussels very much. Waitress was efficient and friendly.
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Berts Jazz BarPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Belfast
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4.8
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Lara
Dubai •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We had such a lovely evening and our food and drinks were fantastic. The staff were attentive and friendly. Great to experience this with friends from Dubai! Will definitely be back
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The Cloth EarPrice: Expensive• Irish• Belfast
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4.5
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peter
New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jul 19, 2025
Excellence service. Had a nice piece of fish and white wine. Delicious
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Bank Square BrasseriePrice: Moderate• International• Belfast
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4.8
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Darren
Northern Ireland •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jul 10, 2025
Great Food, lovely setting, definitely be returning
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FontanaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary European• Holywood
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4.7

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1. The Ivy Brasserie, Belfast

2. Fontana

3. The Cloth Ear

4. Berts Jazz Bar

5. Bank Square Brasserie

6. The Great Room Restaurant

7. Yardbird Belfast

8. Jospers at Ten Square

9. Henry's

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