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James St., Belfast,

James St.

4.6
4.6
315 Reviews
£26 to £40
Steakhouse
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James St is a casual and contemporary, brick-walled restaurant specialising in chargrilled and aged steaks. The charcoal grill plays centre stage, cooking not just some of the best steaks and prime cuts Northern Ireland has to offer but also fresh whole fish, pork and vegetables.

With a larger, more established bar area, a large range of wines are available alongside a considered spirit list and an extensive whisky offering. Locally produced beer, cider and gins take pride of place on the drinks menu.

Owned by Niall McKenna since 2003 the revamped James St. will offer locals and tourists a great dining experience in a Belfast city centre.

The restaurant team is headed up by Ryan Stringer as Executive Head Chef, Paul Vaughan as Operations Manager, Darrell O'Hanlon as Restaurant manager.

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 1 time today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Steakhouse, European, Irish

  • Hours of operation

    Mon, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 1:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–8:00 pm

  • Phone number

    028 9560 0700

  • Website

    http://www.jamesst.co.uk/

  • Payment options

    AMEX, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Ryan Stringer

  • Private party facilities

    The Restaurant has a 1st floor private dining room for up to 40 guests for business or pleasure. Guests dine from a fixed price set menu to suit your tastes and budget and be accompanied with a selection of wines to suit your palate and matched with the menu. Drinks receptions are also available for celebratory events and weddings.

  • Location

    19-21 James Street South, Belfast, BT2 7GA

  • Neighborhood

    Belfast

  • Cross street

    Brunswick Street, Bedford Street & Howard Street

  • Parking details

    There is pay and display on street parking located outside the restaurant. The nearest secure parking would be at the Europa Bus station car park.

  • Public transit

    Located within walking distance of Europa Bus & Train stations and main Belfast hotels the Grand Central, The Europa, The Fitzwilliam, Durys and The Maldron. We are also within walking distance from Belfast attractions of The City Hall, The Crown Bar and the Grand Opera House.

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 315 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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  1. Barclay

    London

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall3food3service2ambience2
    2nd visit. Quite mixed and beyond the expectation set from reviews and placements in best places to eat etc. Beautifully cooked steak. Truly awful scallop starter ( which i didnt have to pay for). Service a little innatentive. Mixed exeprience last time too so no plan to go back.

  2. KatherineL

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Exquisite and delicious. It was a meal to remember. I had the Woodfired Rump Steak with black sesame bearnaise. Tender, flavourful, every bite a pleasure.

  3. Andrew

    London

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    As is often the case I came away from James street feeling slightly disappointed. The starter (crab linguine) was delicious as was the desert (lime posset) but the main course was disappointing. The lunch menu had limited choice so I opted for the sirloin which came with a few fries and a thimbleful of pepper sauce. The steak hadn't been rested properly so I ended up with a lot of blood on my plate. Even with the addition of a side of cabbage it was unremarkable. Service however was good.

  4. OpenTable Diner

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    Food was not cooked fresh - it was reheated and poor unfortunately

  5. Stephanie

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful 3 course meal. The staff were attentive without being overbearing. Would go love to go again

  6. JudithM

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Totally gorgeous- staff were so friendly and food outstanding

  7. SandraM

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 30, 2022

    overall2food1service4ambience3
    To start with it was a limited menu and I thought the tables were too close together. We ordered steaks which were disappointing. They were full of fat and gristle and undercooked. We asked for medium and got bloody. On a better note the staff were excellent and when we told our waiter about the steaks he immediately apologised offered us a replacement which we declined and instead gave us a goodwill reduction in our bill.

  8. LYNDAR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely food & great ambience. The service was really excellent

  9. KaceyM

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Staff were absolutely delightful to speak to, food was amazing second time being at James street and I will 100% be coming back!

  10. LindaM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very good food party of had the 3 course. Of the 3 cocktails purchased I was very good the other 2 were okay.

  11. MattE

    London

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Soup amazing, beef not great, Chocolate tart amazing !

  12. UrsulaF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    we had a very great dinner, very nice wine and good service

  13. OpenTable Diner

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience2
    Food was excellent but we were the only people dining in the restaurant (it was 1pm on a Friday) so no atmosphere.

  14. OpenTable Diner

    N. Ireland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food and service was really good this was my second visit to James St on visiting Belfast when I visit again I will definitely book this restaurant.

  15. LindsayR

    Newcastle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautifully cooked and presented food and very nice, friendly staff. We I return to Belfast I will definitely book another table.

  16. Fish

    N. Ireland

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time dining here great experience food first class

  17. AnnO

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous meal, excellent service. I will be back. Good varied menu, excellent atmosphere

  18. TheT

    London

    92 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    92 reviews

    Dined on July 25, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Love coming here for dinner - great service and the food is very good value for the quality. The wine list is great and the tables are well spaced and have a lovely setting. Good for business or friends evenings.

  19. HelenS

    Baltimore

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were on an Ireland bus tour and this was our last independent dinner. Overall it was our best dinner of our thirteen day trip. It was perfect.

  20. OpenTable Diner

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent through and through.

  21. MaryC

    N. Ireland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A lovely evening meal before a concert with first class service

  22. JoTosey

    London

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great, fish of the day perfect will definitely return next time we are in Belfast.

  23. OpenTable Diner

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From moment we walked in, staff were amazing. Attentive but not over bearing. Very informative of menu and food was exceptional. Everything was exquisite. Would definitely recommend the Co.Tyrone Fillet Steak 🥰 cooked to perfection. We will be back 😃

  24. MichaelR

    Yorkshire

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food with attentive but not intrusive service, in a busy restaurant with a good atmosphere.

  25. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and great environment.

  26. MattO

    Hertfordshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic meal and service, would 100 % return !!!!

  27. OpenTable Diner

    London

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Lovely atmosphere and so handy to city centre. Food was very good with choice to suit everyone. Staff were very welcoming, friendly and attentive. Definitely would recommend and would eat here again.

  28. RobMac

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    I made the booking on line through openTable the night prior and did receive a confirmation, however, no reservation was made in James Street, luckily they were able to fit us in. So, good place to eat but best to check if your reservation has actually been made

  29. OpenTable Diner

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always 10/10

  30. OpenTable Diner

    N. Ireland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service was amazing we were served by Ella who made us feel very welcome and gave us a first class service throughout our visit, the food was 10/10 and I will definitely be returning here on my next visit

  31. Patsy

    Dublin

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food, lovely ambience, friendly professional service

  32. MikhailZ

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on January 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Chatobrian to share was one of the best we've had. The service was spotless. After our meal, we enjoyed an improvised whiskey tasting, great variety and great value.

  33. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    New chef in-situ since late last year. Food up another notch from previous.

  34. KathyR

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful meal, service was excellent, all waiting staff very friendly and helpful, lovely ambience to the restaurant.

  35. OpenTable Diner

    Hertfordshire

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience3
    The food was excellent, service too, overall a very enjoyable experience.

  36. Louise

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 9, 2020

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    My only point was that the Baked Alaska could have done with a little more ice cream. With that, it would be on par with the one at The Ivy. Staff are superb. In such a worrying time for them, they could not have been nicer or more professional.

  37. SeamusS

    Devon

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2020

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Maitre de was very welcoming

  38. ScottA

    N. Ireland

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Well presented and interesting dishes, with good flavour and well cooked, polite friendly service, attentive but not over baring, good value for the quality, nice compact wine selection

  39. OpenTable Diner

    Limerick

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 9, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Staff were great - food also great

  40. OpenTable Diner

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 21, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very pleasant

FAQs

James St. is rated 4.6 stars by 315 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
Google Map for James St.

19-21 James Street South, Belfast, BT2 7GA

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Brunswick Street, Bedford Street & Howard Street

  • Neighborhood

    Belfast

  • Hours of operation

    Mon, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 1:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–8:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Steakhouse, European, Irish

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    There is pay and display on street parking located outside the restaurant. The nearest secure parking would be at the Europa Bus station car park.

  • Public transit

    Located within walking distance of Europa Bus & Train stations and main Belfast hotels the Grand Central, The Europa, The Fitzwilliam, Durys and The Maldron. We are also within walking distance from Belfast attractions of The City Hall, The Crown Bar and the Grand Opera House.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Ryan Stringer

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Website

    http://www.jamesst.co.uk/

  • Phone number

    028 9560 0700

  • Private party facilities

    The Restaurant has a 1st floor private dining room for up to 40 guests for business or pleasure. Guests dine from a fixed price set menu to suit your tastes and budget and be accompanied with a selection of wines to suit your palate and matched with the menu. Drinks receptions are also available for celebratory events and weddings.

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