Came by myself on a Wednesday night without a reservation. I had to wait a little bit but was able…read moreto get seated. It is very loud, both from people talking and then with music once that started. This is more of a vibe place than a good food place. Misoshiru has too much miso. The mackerel was a bit disappointing, the vinegar flavoring is light and it has that thawed from frozen texture. The rice is good, much better than I typically see stateside. The tuna was oddly sweet and didn't have firmness. The hamachi was spot on though, not sure why the other two were misses. The signature dish is fried monkfish in something similar to sweet and sour sauce, honestly not that impressed. Cheesecake is not as dense as American cheesecake and not fluffy like a soufflé, I think it was a good middle ground. Not too sweet.

Very different (in a good way) dining experience. Dimmed lights, extravagant Japanese-style design…read moreand glorious decor on your way to the toilet upstairs are definitely memorable! The food was simply amazing and arranged like a work of art! We were quite a big group and the food arrived at the same time. The menu is quite varied - from more traditional Japanese style dishes to quite modern cuisine - I for one had a meal called 'Mad crab' which was a selection of seafood with a delicious cheese sauce and poached oak Choi with oyster sauce. The service was very attentive.

We had reservations for our entire trip but tonight and we were struggling to find a spot to eat…read morequickly. We finally walked up to wagamama and were seated pretty quickly. I have a silly ginger allergy and they were very accommodating and double checked multiple times with their chefs to ensure what I got did not have ginger. I settled on the shrimp Thai pa and it was delicious with a little heat. We also got gyzo and edamame as a starter. The two other adults with me got various ramens that they also said were very good. The portions are fairly large and you could definitely share between two people. Lastly, price wise it was reasonable.

Wagamama is a great addition to Belfast!…read more Lunch unfortunately is as expensive as dinner but look at me.....I started at lunch! The food is good enough that it will convince my "Japanese" boss to stay from lunch to dinner......hence the double check in! I only had the curry but it was delicious! Short review but go for it!

Gaze was recommended to me a couple of months ago and I've been twice. First visit was for a…read moretakeaway and I chose a Malaysian curry. I'd forgotten that I don't particularly like items bearing the name "curry" in a Chinese restaurant and so regretted my choice but was still determined to explore further. On my second visit, sitting in, I had chicken skewers for starters and vegetables in Korean kimchi for my main. Both were absolutely delicious and I don't think my third visit is very far away.

This place was a short walk from my hotel, and I decided to load up on fuel for the day here. You…read moremight miss it! The entrance is small, and across from some sort of loading bay or something. But worth stopping in. Once inside, the space opens up and is very welcoming. I ordered the green eggs on toast, and it was delicious (the sausages are an add-on, and in hindsight was unnecessary). The poach was perfect, and that green sauce is divine! But... I hope you brought some dental floss or a toothpick, because you will surely have embarrassing green bits stuck in your teeth otherwise. Top quality brekkie! The OJ tasted fresh with bits of pulp in it (although they do pour it from a jug in their fridge) and the latte is of a good quality. Not busy on a Monday morning. Staff friendly, and chatty with some of the delivery people, who I assume they see on a regular basis. If in Belfast for an extended period of time, would not hesitate to dine here again.

This was a great find. It was close to the Bullitt Hotel. We came for breakfast the morning of…read morechecking out. We had breakfast, walked back, and checked out. The food was great! There was a great selection of savory and sweet. I had poached eggs on sourdough. My friend had the French Toast, and it wasn't overwhelmingly sweet. There was fuzzy stuff on the French toast that looked like asbestos or fiberglass. It was not, it was soft and sweet, but it sure looked odd. The poached eggs on sourdough with pesto was amazing. I also got a side of bacon. It was perfection. There is a cool little shop too. If I am back in Belfast, I'll be sure to stop back.

The staff was very friendly and they were jamming to tunes and they sounded like they get along. I…read moretried the English breakfast and was not disappointed. I also ordered the late but it was just okay.

Amazing food, amazing service. Definitely will return if I…read morevisit Belfast again. Ambiance is relaxing, cozy like a college cafeteria.

Was walking downtown with my partner and stopped in here for a quick coffee and sweet treat. We…read moreboth ordered from the specialty menu- he got the salted Carmel mocha and I got the cinnamon bun latte. Mine was delicious and creamy, the mocha was alright. Both desserts were good. I got a chocolate slice, for 4.50 it was a steep price for a small piece, but I'm American... maybe that was normal. We sat outside and enjoyed the drizzle rain and music.

I told them I had Celiac Disease (a severe allergy-type reaction to gluten), and they showed me the…read moreitems on their menu that were gluten free, checked all the labels with me, and told me all the precautions they put in place to prevent cross contamination. They use color-coding, have separate areas and utensils for their allergen foods, and have big checks to make sure everything comes out gluten free (or whatever your need is). I am SO SO impressed, and my meal was so good I had to get a second. So refreshing to have a restaurant that is good at being gluten free!! And all the food checked out on my NIMA tester :) Is there a way to rate this more than 5 stars????!!!!

Harlem cafe was our first stop when we arrived in Belfast as we had heard good things and it didn't…read moredisappoint, it's also great for kids who are fussy eaters. To me Harlem cafe's decor is gothic style, dark but cosy with twinkling lights and candles, the food is great and I recommend the french toast with berries and maple syrup. The staff were friendly and welcoming. Harlem cafe is a popular place and very busy and the only negative i will say is that there isn't much space between tables so you really have to squeeze past to go to the toilet or wherever. Also its not a cheap place but I would say its worth the price as the food is great, the atmosphere and ambiance is great and the staff are lovely.

Eclectic decor, cute brunch place. Definitely pretty touristy but not a bad place to get a Full…read moreIrish Breakfast for the first time. However, after trying it at different places I realized theirs wasn't that great. Initial impression was 4 stars but after trying different Full Irishes I bumped it down. I didn't like my blood pudding -- and that's not because I don't like blood pudding, but theirs was incredibly dry and difficult to eat. But the Belfast Bap was a great sandwich. Nice place to sit after a long train ride to Dublin. Waitress was super kind and cheerful as well.

What a great find! The food was delicious and the service was wonderful. The Maggie May chicken…read morewas so good. Didn't get to try a milkshake, but they looked great.

Went for breakfast, they don't do eggs justice my scrambled eggs where rubbery and clearly cook in…read morethe microwave French toast was bland bit bacon was lovely (crispy) Service was slow but not the worse Music in the place was a strange jazz and was actually kind of annoying

Pretty nice introduction to food in Belfast. The signage showed this restaurant would mimic similar…read morefood of Northern Ireland at the time. The girlfriend and I both got our own Northern Ireland seafood chowder soup. All of the potatoes and fish were cut up in small bits and peppered with dill throughout the soup. I gobbled my own in record speed and had there marvelous brown bread. This stop is great if you are pressed for time and want to fill up fast. This restaurant is located in the Titanic- Belfast Experience building. As always people SYOY!!!

I attend classes/ events in Crescent Art Centre and also work nearby, hence often grab a coffee or…read morelunch in their Pantry Cafe. I've always liked the bright, airy, open-plan, relaxed ambience within Pantry and it's modern yet warm furnishings and interior - all raw wood and fresh white paint which gives a clean, modern and cosy atmosphere. Plus free wifi and pleasant staff are always a bonus. However, there seem to have been a few changes recently, most notably a marked increase in vegan offerings which is fantastic to see. There's always a vegan soup, stew and sandwich on offer. Plus vegan tray bakes, buns and light breakfast options. I really enjoy their rich earthy mushroom, butterbean & potato stew, broccoli & almond soup and roast veg & hummus sandwiches. Quick and pleasant for a delicious light lunch.

I came into this spacious and homey coffee shop on a my first rainy morning in Belfast. It seems to…read morebe more of a social uni/hostel coffee shop as it was completely empty at 9am, but that may be more COVID related. I had a mocha - creamy and not too sweet. My friend had a Americano - "bold, full flavoured, strong". Nice outdoor seating, that would be proper good on a sunny day, but with canopies works on any rainy day as well. I liked the Takeaway cup design! Do stop in and have a cuppa!

Common grounds is situated in the Holy Lands area in Belfast, just behind Queens University and…read moreattached to Belfast City Church. It is a superb little cafe and well run. My last time there was a couple of weeks ago for an art gallery display. I could tell they made active steps to get involved in the community. It has a lot of local love and there is a greats sense of community. Its nice to see an organization that isn't completely driven by turnover and the mighty bottom line. Every friday night they have local music talent performing, its a great relaxed chilled vibe, one which I would happily just hang out 'Friends' style. Go there if you want some coffee, food and snacks. You will be happy.