Best Casual Restaurants in Belfast City

8 restaurants available nearby

1. James St.

4.6

Exceptional(356)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Belfast

Booked 5 times today

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 ManagerBookings may be seated on stools at the bar.

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2. Pizza on the Square

4.5

Awesome(317)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Belfast

Booked 9 times today

We founded Pizza on the Square out of a deep love for real food, for food that is fresh and authentic.The restaurant offers a range of pizzas, cocktails and fine wines.Pizza on the Square is located right beside Belfast City Hall at 1 Donegall Square West. You literally can’t get any more central than that. The Scottish Provident Building is a stone's throw from the city's key bus and train networks.

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3. Bank Square Brasserie

4.8

Exceptional(354)

Price: Moderate

• International • Belfast

Booked 6 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.

4. Yardbird Belfast

4.5

Awesome(635)

Price: Moderate

• Rotisserie Chicken • Belfast

Booked 14 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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5. Pomo Bar & Restaurant @ voco Belfast

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3.5

Very Good(1)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Belfast

Booked 1 time today

POMO is an Italian-inspired bar and restaurant situated on the ground floor of voco Belfast, with views of an outdoor terrace. It offers mouthwatering breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, along with 5Mile Barista Coffee served throughout the day. The menu boasts a tempting selection of Italian-inspired dishes, ideal for a casual lunch, light evening snack or amazing dinner all paired with handcrafted cocktails, or variety of wines and beers.

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6. Afternoon Tea at The Merchant Hotel

4.4

Awesome(393)

Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • Belfast

Booked 9 times today

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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7. Wolff Grill at Titanic Hotel Belfast

4.2

Awesome(532)

Price: Expensive

• Irish • Belfast

Booked 9 times today

Winner of 'Hotel Restaurant of the Year' for Ulster and All Ireland at the Irish Hotel Awards 2024. The Wolff Grill, every visit promises a refined yet casual dining experience in an intimate and relaxed bistro setting. Indulge in luxury dining with our carefully crafted menu, perfect for romantic dinners, family-friendly lunches, or business gatherings.Savour the finest cuts of meat during our steak night or explore our diverse offerings, including gluten-free options and vegan delights. Whether you're joining us for a pre-theatre bite or a leisurely weeknight dinner, you can elevate every dining experience with us.Immerse yourself in romance at one of Belfast's most enchanting dining destinations, where waterfront views and our Titanic connection create an ambience like no other. Our locally sourced ingredients pay homage to Northern Ireland's flavours.

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8. Drawing Office Two

4.1

Excellent(289)

Price: Moderate

• Irish • Belfast

Drawing Office Two, with its spectacular three-storey high barrel-vaulted ceiling, is now the vibrant heart of the hotel.Enjoy a drink at the island bar or something to eat in one of the many relaxing niches with original artwork by local artist Colin H Davidson.This breathtaking room is where many of the world’s most famous ocean liners, including RMS Titanic, were painstakingly designed. Look out for authentic interior features such as the Villeroy & Boch tiles that encircle the main bar; the same as the ones used for Titanic’s swimming pool and First Class bathrooms!The same craftsmen who worked on the great liners created the fine plasterwork in this room.

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Iain
Northern Ireland •1 review
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was very very good and happy to recommend to all. Disappointed that despite booking a table for 8 well in advance we arrived and were put on two separate tables. Had this been stated when booking made I would have chosen an alternative venue that could accommodate all my team at one table.
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Yardbird BelfastPrice: Moderate• Rotisserie Chicken• Belfast
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4.5
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Brenda
Northern Ireland •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The staff was friendly and provided very good service. The food was excellent and the price was very reasonable. I recommended Bank Square Brasserie highly!
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Bank Square BrasseriePrice: Moderate• International• Belfast
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4.8
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Bailey
Northern Ireland •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We arrived half an hour early and staff had our table ready straight away. Food was lovely as always and was a really quick service. Can never fault this place
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Pizza on the SquarePrice: Moderate• Italian• Belfast
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4.5
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David
Northern Ireland •4 reviews
4.0
Dined on Oct 30, 2024
Have been too James Street a lot of times & that was one of the better times. Food & service great.
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James St.Price: Expensive• Steakhouse• Belfast
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4.6

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8 restaurants available nearby

1. James St.

2. Pizza on the Square

3. Bank Square Brasserie

4. Yardbird Belfast

5. Pomo Bar & Restaurant @ voco Belfast

6. Afternoon Tea at The Merchant Hotel

7. Wolff Grill at Titanic Hotel Belfast

8. Drawing Office Two

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