Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Northern Ireland

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best ambiance in Northern Ireland? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Berts Jazz Bar

4.7

4.7 (1035)

£26 to £40

Bistro

Belfast

About the restaurant

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

Top review

Wayne

Dined 2 days ago

Superb staff. Very attentive and polite. Lorcan served us all night and was very professional. The food was amazing. The band were excellent too. Throughly enjoyed our evening.

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Experience

Weekend Jazzy Lunch 🎷

Experience

EARLY JAZZ MENU 🎷

Afternoon Tea at The Titanic Hotel Belfast

4.7

4.7 (309)

£26 to £40

Afternoon Tea

Belfast

About the restaurant

Immerse yourself in the Golden Age of Hospitality and indulge in a sumptuous Afternoon Tea at Titanic Hotel Belfast. Served in elegant surroundings, our Afternoon Tea is prepared by the same expert team and from the same kitchen as The Wolff Grill.

Let us serve you dainty and soft sandwiches filled with delicious delicacies, freshly baked steaming scones and sweet flaky pastries, all on our best china, and of course tea in a much-loved pot. Experience the epitome of sophistication with our Afternoon Tea at Titanic Hotel Belfast.

Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten Free menu available on request.

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Hannah

Dined 1 day ago

Great afternoon tea with excellent service. Lovely live piano music.

The Great Room Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (901)

£41 and over

Modern European

Belfast

About the restaurant

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 14.15

To book our iconic Afternoon Tea, please search for Afternoon Tea at The Merchant Hotel.

Top review

Eileen

Dined 7 days ago

The food and service was fantastic. We really enjoyed it. Would definitely return.

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Experience

🥂 THE GREAT ROOM EARLY NEW YEAR’S EVE £99.50PP 🥂

Experience

THE GREAT ROOM NEW YEAR’S EVE £159.50PP 🥂

Afternoon Tea at The Merchant Hotel

4.4

4.4 (397)

£41 and over

Afternoon Tea

Belfast

About the restaurant

Enjoy our traditional afternoon tea in the elegance of The Great Room whilst being entertained by live music. Our three tiered silverstand boasts finger sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam and a delicious selection of cakes, pastries and sweet treats. This will be accompanied by your choice of tea or coffee.

Please note, we require 24 hours' notice for our vegetarian, vegan, gluten or nut allergen Afternoon Tea or any other special dietary requirements. Please make a note when booking online or inform us directly and we will be happy to accommodate you.

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Pamela

Dined on Dec 17, 2024

Lovely relaxing afternoon very friendly staff who efficiently served our afternoon tea - just one thought- we had cocktails rather than champagne and it would have been preferable to have those served before our tea and coffee.

Tetto

4.6

4.6 (325)

£26 to £40

Italian

Belfast

About the restaurant

Tetto is a bright, modern, design-led rooftop restaurant, bar and garden located on the top floor of Bullitt Hotel. Showcasing fresh local seafood with an Italian accent alongside Neapolitan style pizza and imaginative aperitivo inspired cocktails. Enjoy carefully curated playlists and residents DJs every Friday and Saturday night.

Tetto is located on the fourth floor of Bullitt hotel and can be accessed through the main hotel lobby or via Ann Street.

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Ron

Dined on Dec 22, 2024

First time visit to Tetto Would highly recommend. Staff were above excellent, Girl called Kwan made the whole experience, helpful in every way possible. Absolute privilege to have. Food was excellent also. Will be visiting again. Thankyou.

Bank Square Brasserie

4.7

4.7 (368)

£25 and under

International

Belfast

About the restaurant

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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Amy

Dined 3 days ago

Everything was well made from the cocktails to the appetisers, entrees, and dessert. Each individual we interacted with throughout our experience was professional, knowledgable, and attentive.

Maisie’s

4.5

4.5 (36)

£25 and under

Bistro

Portadown

About the restaurant

Discover the charm of Maisie’s Bar and Restaurant, a haven of warmth and comfort that promises a delightful dining experience. Nestled in Mandeville Street, Portadown, our menu shows our commitment to local produce.

We presents an array of choices to excite your taste buds, from savoury tapas to scrumptious homemade desserts, each dish carefully presented to highlight the finest flavours and ingredients for an unforgettable meal.

Maisie’s stands out not only for its food but also for its bar, a sanctuary for drink aficionados with a vast selection of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. The cocktail list shines with creative mixes sure to delight even the most particular patrons, while wine enthusiasts will rejoice in the handpicked wine selection that pairs flawlessly with the menu, enhancing the dining affair.

Ideal for a romantic evening, a celebratory event, or a cosy meal, Maisie’s Bar and Restaurant stands as the quintessential venue for all of the family.

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Thomasina

Dined on Dec 21, 2024

It was great day. The staff were amazing and the food was delicious

The Ivy Brasserie, Belfast

4.3

4.3 (137)

£26 to £40

Irish

Belfast

About the restaurant

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.

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Jolene

Dined 2 days ago

Dish wasn't the same as previous time. Lobster was chewy. Chips tasted like oven chips

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Experience

Festive Set Menu

Experience

The Ivy Belfast Festive Afternoon Tea

Experience

A Taste Of History

Taylor & Clay

4.6

4.6 (907)

£26 to £40

Steakhouse

Belfast

About the restaurant

Bullitt hotel's award-winning restaurant Taylor & Clay Grill, boasts an open kitchen built around an incredible bespoke Asador wood-fired grill. Head chef Saul O’Reilly’s talented team cook the best local meat, fresh seafood and vegetables over roaring flames using charcoal and ash wood sourced from sustainable local forests.

Why not enjoy after-dinner drinks in the lobby or move upstairs for cocktails and city views in Babel, the hotel's incredible rooftop bar and garden.

Top review

Conor

Dined on Dec 18, 2024

We celebrated my graduation dinner here with family and could not have been happier. Food was first class, service was quick and the staff could not have been more helpful. I will definitely be back.

Saga Kitchen & Cellar

4.8

4.8 (60)

£26 to £40

Modern European

Belfast

About the restaurant

Welcome to Saga.

Defined as a long story of heroic achievement, Saga embodies the continuation of our culinary journey from the success of Blank restaurant. With the same dedicated team, values, and passion driving us forward, Saga is more than just a dining experience – it's a celebration of good food and wine for good people without pretence.

We are always be open for walk-ins, but if you know you're planning on coming it's always best to book.

Prefer to speak with us directly? Our reservations team will be delighted to assist you. Simply call us at 028 9040 6399 Thursday-Friday from 4-9pm, Saturday from 12-9pm and Sunday 1-8pm.

Indulge in the Saga experience – where every meal is a chapter in your own culinary journey.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 1 day ago

Excellent food and service in saga . I would highly recommend.

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Experience

Meat up Thursday £80 for 2

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